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Ready to mentor? Make it magnificent!
Is it your time to help bring others along the path to business success? If you’ve decided to take on the role of a business mentor, then you might be wondering where to begin and what to expect. Here’s what you need to know about starting right, what to focus on, what to avoid and some of the secrets of having powerful, inspiring conversations. As a mentor with Business ...
Couple draw on sporting prowess for business venture
Sophie Cocks and Jamie Prebble make a formidable team. Sophie, a former Blacks Sticks striker who played more than 100 tests for New Zealand, and Jamie a New Zealand and Olympian freestyle skier, are the brains and brawn behind Truly Yours, an all-in-one design and hire service, specialising in weddings and leading industry events throughout the South Island.
Preparing your business for a smooth sale
Selling your business is a major milestone. If you're not well prepared, it can mean extra work, emotional stress and a reduced price. No one needs that! So, how do you keep the stress levels down and the purchase price up? A systematic approach makes all the difference. Take time to get your financial records in order, update your business plan and make sure everything is well documented.
Five steps to evaluating your business idea
If you’re ready to take the leap into business, the first step is to evaluate your business idea. A careful process can set you up to succeed. At its core, every successful business solves a problem or satisfies a need for their customers. Evaluating your business idea means understanding how your product or service can do this and make a profit.
Mind The Gap – New Zealand’s Ageing Workforce
The shape of the New Zealand workforce has changed radically over the past 30 years and may well change again in ways not intended.
Mentor helps Margaret through tough times
Having the support of a business mentor has seen High Country Salmon owner Margaret Logan through some tough times.
Life After Level 4 and the new ‘Normal’ for the Business Bubble
As we kickstart the economy and move into Level 3 we will continue to have fond memories of what business life was like before COVID-19.
Starting a New Business – All Experiences are Individual
No one goes into business thinking they will not succeed. But while some emerging businesses’ definition of success means creating enough money to replace a job and be their own boss, others want to employ staff, create iconic brands and wealth.
‘Guiding light’ gives Claire clarity and focus
Claire Maxwell is not one to miss an opportunity. So, when a “completely random” phone call from an acquaintance alerted her to a spare room in a rugby club, the Palmerston North-based physiotherapist seized the opportunity to branch out on her own.
Why the Best Business people Are Continuous Learners
If you are working from home or forced to stay at home, then take this opportunity to learn.