AI is not a technology just for technology experts. It’s become part of everyday lives. Being AI literate is not only becoming essential to business success, but to your own future. So, what is AI literacy, and how can you build it?

The wellbeing of small business owners sits at the heart of a thriving workplace. Yet, many of us face long hours, financial worries, and the responsibility of supporting staff in demanding conditions. As a leader, your mental health shapes the future of your business and the lives connected to it.

The sun is coming out for small businesses in the regions. While the economic climate has been particularly tough, those outside the main centres can start thinking beyond resilience to seize the opportunities that lie ahead.

If you feel like you're doing the work of two people, you're not alone. New Zealand's labour market is facing what some are calling a perfect storm. Recent data from Statistics New Zealand shows 27,850 fewer jobs in June 2025 compared to the year before. Yet paradoxically, many sectors are crying out for skilled workers. At ...

Running a small business means making every decision count, even in the language you use day-to-day. The words you choose to talk about your customers do more than fill space on your website or invoices; they shape how your team thinks, ...

Small businesses are now the primary target for cybercriminals. In New Zealand, nearly half of all cybercrimes target small businesses, and one in three small businesses has been attacked. The latest UK research shows their rate as 42%. How prepared are you?

Case Studies

When Liam Harrison launched Pedals Couriers in Dunedin in 2022, he wasn't just starting a business, he was offering a smarter way to move. His idea was as simple as it was revolutionary: same-day, urgent courier deliveries via electric cargo bikes. With the city gridlocked by roadworks and bracing for the upheaval of a new hospital development, Liam saw an opportunity to do things differently.

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Trade tariffs dominate the news right now because exporting to the United States is such a big opportunity for New Zealand businesses. Our IT developments, primary goods and artisan products have found success in America. Whatever sector you’re in, it’s vital to understand how tariffs will affect your business. Fortunately, there’s plenty of support available from your Business Mentor and the Government. Read on for simple pointers on how to navigate tariff changes ...

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Running a business isn’t easy, and when you’re doing it on your own, it can feel like a never-ending juggling act. But across Nelson-Tasman, more business owners are discovering that the right support is just a conversation away. With guidance from experienced volunteer Mentors, who’ve faced similar challenges, local business owners are finding clarity, building confidence, and gaining the support they need to navigate the ups and downs of ...