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Uber court case – implications for employers, employees and contractors

With a landmark Employment Court decision, four New Zealand Uber drivers won employment rights. If you are an employer, be aware of the case’s implications for Kiwi businesses. …

6 Powerful Reasons To Watch Your Financial Reports

Making time to look over your financial reports each month is an important task for any business owner. We can give you an overview of what reports you’ll need to help you build a thriving business. …

The art of referral business

Have you done a great job for someone lately? Delighted a customer or two? Ask them to think about referring business to you. It may seem daunting to ask but there’s an art to it. Here are six tips to get you started. …

The importance of bookkeeping

As a business owner, you’ll need to stay informed about your finances and your financial situation. You do this through bookkeeping. Bookkeeping is the process of recording transactions in your …

Unlocking the secrets to stellar customer service

Customer service is the heartbeat of any successful business. It’s the unsung hero that transforms a potential disaster into an opportunity, and a mere transaction into a lifelong relationship. In …

Your 12-point checklist to stay ahead on tax

As we approach the end of the tax year and move into 2024-2025, let’s make sure your finances are in the best possible shape. …

Interest deductibility on property investments is now being phased in with 80% allowable from 1 April 2024

The interest deductibility rules have been a hot button issue since they were introduced. They will start to be phased out from the 2024-25 tax year as residential property investors breathe a sigh of relief. …

Minimum wage increases to $23.15 per hour

The minimum wage is rising as of April 1, 2024 to $23.15. As an employer, you’ll need to keep up to date with the latest minimum pay rates and pay your employees at least the current minimum rate. …

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A Business Owner’s Guide

Imposter syndrome is a common challenge faced by many business owners. It can hinder personal growth, decision-making, and overall well-being. It impacts 70% of business owners at some point. We look at steps you can take to overcome and move forward. …

The key to growing your business: unlock new customers and markets

For a business to thrive and grow, it essentially needs two things: a strategic plan and an ability to continually find new customers and tap into promising markets. Here’s how …

Review your business expenses – and save

Need to cut your business expenses? We’ll review your current costs, find the expenses that could be cut, and will provide a proactive spend management programme to reduce your spending.
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Planning for upcoming tax deadlines in February

Don’t be caught out by a tax filing date that isn’t highlighted on your calendar. You could be up for additional costs in interest and penalties. …

Stop putting off the little things

As a business owner, you often find yourself pulled in different directions by competing responsibilities. It can feel daunting to classify tasks and tackle the most time-consuming ones first. But …

Make life easier with AI

AI (Artificial intelligence) has been both a huge disrupter and enabler for businesses of all shapes and sizes. (AI) is no longer just a pipe dream of science-fiction. It has …

Which employee gifts are tax exempt?

Can you buy gifts or vouchers for your employees without incurring fringe benefit tax or PAYE? Learn what you can buy and how much you can spend without having to pay FBT or add it to your employees’ remuneration. …

Take care of yourself, not just your business

53% of business owners suffer from stress and anxiety. But it doesn’t have to be that way. We can help you talk through your worries and focus on your personal well-being.
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The power of social media marketing for small businesses

As a small business owner, you know the importance of getting the word out about your company and engaging with customers. Social media platforms are indispensable tools for achieving this. …

Claiming home office expenses

If you’re a sole trader and do some of your work at home, you may be able to claim some of your household expenses as tax deductions if they relate to your business. In some circumstances, companies may also be able to claim for home office. …

Go walking: keep you and your business healthy

How many business hours do you spend sitting in front of a screen? Why not book a walking meeting with us and start focusing on your own health as well as your business health.
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Business Update – 3 May 2023

Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. New Zealand’s business owners coping with stress well A …