The right time to hand your family business over
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Is your business model still fit for purpose in 2024?
Is your business model as solid and future-proof as you think? In today’s fast-changing business landscape, even a successful company can face unexpected threats. From disruptive competitors to shifting consumer expectations, there are key factors that could challenge your future. Curious about what might be lurking on the horizon? Read on to discover the five risks that could impact your business—and how to stay ahead of them.
Three questions for business success – Part 3: Pricing
Since the dawn of business, these questions have puzzled owners: Who's my ideal customer? What makes my product or service attractive? How should I price it? In Part Three of this series, we dive into the third question — How should I be pricing my product or service? Read on!
NZ Business confidence soars: how to ride the wave
Business confidence in New Zealand rose to its highest level for a decade in August. We’ve got some tips on how to ride this wave of confidence and bring your business into brighter times.
Three questions for business success – Part 2: Value Proposition
Since the dawn of business, these questions have puzzled owners: Who's my ideal customer? What makes my product or service attractive? How should I price it? In Part Two of this series, we dive into the second question—uncovering the secrets to crafting a compelling value proposition. Read on!
5 ways to reduce your stress as a business owner
Running a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in New Zealand can be stressful, with 7 in 10 owners feeling the pressure of economic challenges, cashflow issues, and constant demands. Here are 5 practical strategies to reduce stress and avoid burnout. By focusing on these areas, SME owners can better manage both their business and personal health.
Three questions for business success – Part 1: Ideal Customer
Since businesses have existed, these questions have perplexed their owners. Before AI, the internet and even electricity.
Who's my ideal customer? What makes my product or service attractive? How should I be pricing my product or service? Here is Part One, where we look at answering the first question. Read on!
Following up on invoice payment in a down economy
It can be challenging following up on payment of invoices when the economy has been down, but it is important to keep cash flowing into your business. As with all business dealings right now, there are tactics you can use to help.
Budgeting for success: the importance of good financial management
A solid budget is the foundation for your company’s financial management and success. Here are 4 ways to stay in control of your business budgeting.
Productivity Matters – Here’s Why
Productivity is a term associated with strong economies, robust businesses and the efficiency gains of clever staff. If businesses were efficient, we would have fewer failing, more employment and better incomes for owners and workers alike.