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Family business planning over summer
The summer holidays offer a good opportunity to get together and discuss the future of your family business.
What's your money motivation?
What drives you to make money? Being clear about why you want to make money will help you put the right plans and processes in place to hit your goals.
Getting paid: Invoicing tips for prompt payments
The sooner an invoice is paid, the better. Here’s how to make sure you get what you are owed.
Managing your working capital
Getting your head around key numbers, like your working capital, can help you spot risks and know when you’re in a financial position to jump on an opportunity.
Negotiation tips when hiring
Think beyond money to find the best candidate. Flexibility, personal development and culture can be huge draws.
Make your next hire a new graduate
Graduates compete for good jobs, and employers compete for good candidates. It helps to understand their needs and what they’re looking for in a job.
Trade marks: Do you own your brand?
If you haven’t taken steps to protect your name, slogan or logo, they may not be yours. Check them now with a free online tool.
Start selling online
Opening an online store extends your market. It’s a chance to connect with customers and build your brand. Get tips for selling products or services online.
Giving back as a business mentor
If you’ve got experience in business, there are others out there who want to learn from you.
Test your business idea
Before you invest a lot of time and money into any new venture, it’s helpful to test your idea first.
Mentor, coach or advisor?
Finding the right support for you and your business can make a big difference. We outline the options so you can make the right decision.
Sole traders: Benefits of having a New Zealand Business Number
If you’re a sole trader, get your NZBN now to show your business is credible and to share your details easily.
How a flexible workforce helps your business
Having a flexible workforce has benefits both for employees, and for your business. Here’s why these arrangements make good business sense.
Hobby or business?
You sell the odd hand-knitted scarf to friends, or maybe you sell your knitwear every week at local markets. Is this a hobby, or a business?
Company, sole trader or partnership? What should your business be?
Three quick questions and you’re on your way to choosing your business structure.
New Zealand Business Performance Panel launched
This week Small Business Minister Stuart Nash launched the New Zealand Business Performance Panel, a resource to help Kiwis improve their management practices.
What it takes to franchise your business
Setting up a franchise can be time-consuming and costly – but the benefits can make it worthwhile. We look at what it takes to set up a successful franchise.
Sole traders: Got your NZBN?
The New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) is a globally unique identifier, available to all Kiwi businesses, including sole traders.
KiwiSaver: Opt in and dial up your savings
If you think KiwiSaver isn’t for you because you’re self-employed, you’re probably missing out on thousands of dollars in government contributions.