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You can now apply to become an accredited migrant employer
Struggling to find new employees? Applications are open to become an accredited employer, so you can more easily employ migrant workers – here’s a run-down of what’s involved. #employee
5 online tools to help you save money
Looking for ways to spend less as inflation keeps rising? Here are five free online tools to help you trim your outgoings and manage your money successfully.
Don’t trip! GST mistakes to avoid
Get on top of GST in your business by knowing when it’s due, what to pay, and using your accounting software. #GSTSorted #smallbiz
Increasing your stock turn in a slow-moving economy
How quickly do you sell your stock? The longer it takes, the longer your cash is tied up & the more likely it is to be discounted! In a slow-moving economy, managing your stock is essential! We can help free up your cash!
The Big Mac Index – the tastiest way to compare currencies
The latest Big Mac Index is out: What does it mean for your business - or your next international holiday?
Business tips: Knowing what your customer wants
Knowing what your customers want helps you meet your growth targets. We’ve outlined 5 ways to improve your understanding of your customers, through better data, analysis and feedback. #growth #customerexperience
Business tips: Adding value to your business prior to an exit
Ready to think about selling your business? Before you put the company on the market, it’s vital to go through a process of adding additional value to the business. We’ll help make sure you're running a tight ship. #M&A #exitstrategy #addingvalue
Can you claim clothing as a business expense?
Buying clothing for work can be expensive, whether that’s smart shirts or steel toecap boots. You only buy these clothes for your job, so it feels as though they should be business expenses, right? Not so fast…
Restructuring or selling your business? We can help
If you are being kept up at night considering major challenges to your business and what to do about them, get in touch. We are here to help.
Can you turn the supply chain crisis into a business opportunity?
The supply chain crisis might create opportunities for your business to fill a supply shortage when your competitors can't. Become the supplier that saves the day. #B2B #supplychain #businesshero
Is it the perfect time to switch to an EV in NZ?
As EV sales approach a tipping point, the resale value of your petrol car could plummet and government subsidies might be discontinued – so is this the perfect time to switch to an EV?
Online shopping maintains its pandemic momentum
With all the shops open, have Kiwis switched away from online shopping? We look at the latest insights into ecommerce in New Zealand – who’s shopping online and what are they buying?
One-off public holiday - what rules apply?
There’s a one-off public holiday on Monday – what restrictions apply and what are employees entitled to?
Shortening your cash conversion cycle to free up cash
Covid-19 highlighted the importance of managing your cash conversion cycle & reducing how long cash is tied up in the sales process. More money won’t solve your problems if you don’t manage your cash conversion cycle!
Understanding Your Balance Sheet
Are you confident in understanding the financial snapshot of your balance sheet? Book a session now to analyse your reports with an experienced business advisor.
Business tips: Building your brand to create a competitive advantage
Improving your brand awareness is one way to give your company a competitive advantage. We’ve summarised some important tips for making your brand stand out. #competitiveadvantage #brand
Keeping your business cash liquid – the difference between cashflow and profit
Do you know the difference between profits and cash flow? We’ll help you understand why cash is king and how to improve your cash flow management AND profitability #businessadvice #cashflow
Don’t burn out this winter!
Illness and labour shortages – business owners are under more pressure than ever before. If you’re feeling stressed, here are three tips to prevent burnout.
Business tips: Using forecasting to help your decision-making
A crystal ball would be handy in business. Good-quality forecasting can be just as useful, giving you an informed view of the future of your business and finances. #forecasting #business
Business tips: Nurturing your customer relationships
Your customers are vital to your journey. So, what are you doing to nurture them? We suggest some top tips for building your customer relationships #businessadvice #customerexperience
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