Staying informed about legal obligations is essential for small business owners, and many recent law changes may affect your day-to-day operations. This blog gives an overview, along with resources to find out more.

As a small business owner, you're always looking for ways to get ahead. Public data can be a powerful tool in your strategy and planning. In New Zealand, we have access to plenty of free, reliable information that can help you make smart decisions for your business. It's just a matter of knowing where to look so you can put the numbers to work.

Having a diverse team can give your company a natural edge. One often overlooked aspect of diversity is age. Our workforce will soon span four or five generations. They have vast skills and expertise, perspectives, and life experience. This can bring employers like you more innovation, productivity, and overall performance. In this blog, we look at how you can set yourself up to attract and retain a cross-generational ...

Feel good, do good: Experience the joy of giving back Mentoring is a true expression of the principle of "do good, feel good”. Our Mentors tell us they gain a deep sense of fulfilment and purpose from their mentoring; they return year after year, and many even mentor multiple businesses at the same time because they find it so rewarding.

Interested in a 3600% return for your business? It’s not too good to be true — it’s the potential ROI on email marketing. What’s more, 60% of consumers actually prefer to be contacted by email. Here, we explore best practices in email marketing so you can get great returns.

What is mental wellbeing to you? If it’s waking up with energy and clarity so you can thrive in your life and leadership, read on. In this blog, we look to our community for inspiration to find balance in business.

Case Studies

David Du, the founder of Geotech Engineering and Consulting NZ Limited (GECNZ), set out to solve some of New Zealand's toughest land stability problems. With over thirty years of experience in engineering and construction, David saw a need for innovative solutions to stabilise land affected by earthquakes. His journey, supported by Business Mentor Keith Love, showcases resilience and the power of mentorship in driving business success.

NPS – Net Promoter Score is one of the most popular measures for understanding your business. If your Mentor or advisor hasn't mentioned it, then you have probably already helped someone else measure theirs. So why is it so popular? Here, we explain NPS, including what it is, why it matters, and how to measure it.

Running a small business in regional New Zealand comes with unique challenges and opportunities. Although, urban centres can dominate the conversation, there's much to be said about business beyond the big smoke. Lifestyle, community and connection are just a few of the rewards on offer.

Business partnerships can be the linchpin of success, but they need to withstand plenty of pressure. Fortunately, even when relationships fray, taking deliberate actions can help you keep your partnership blossoming.