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A collection of articles, stories, tips & tools designed
to keep your small business moving.
Tips on managing working capital for resilience and growth
08 June 2021 | 5 min read
Understanding and managing working capital is critical to small business resilience and success. Here are simple tips to help manage working capital like a pro.
View moreHow to maintain a start-up culture as your business grows
25 May 2021 | 6 min read
From a one-woman band, Maverick Digital has grown by 12 staff. Here’s how founder Alex Dykman nurtures the start-up mentality that set her up for success.
View moreLocal Business Hero of the Year 2021: Bossman Dairy
11 May 2021 | 6 min read
When COVID hit, the Singh family saw another opportunity to help the community that had welcomed them with open arms.
View moreHow this rural business is shortening delivery times
27 April 2021 | 4 min read
A warehouse on a rural dairy farm is a challenge to fast delivery. Here’s how Living Light Candles manages it.
View more"I wish someone had told me that”: Gavin Oliver, EcoZip Adventures
15 April 2021 | 6 min read
Self-confessed luddite Gavin Oliver discovered digital marketing – and took his eco adventure tourism business from strength to strength.
View moreHow this local florist found fresh ways to flourish
09 April 2021 | 5 min read
Tawa florist Kerri Murphy shares her small business growth journey – and how a small business loan helped Twisted Willow meet its potential.
View moreHow this printing business used a light-bulb moment to start a green revolution
29 March 2021 | 5 min read
This NZ printing company uses its power bill to stay on track with its energy reduction initiatives. No matter which way electricity prices go, they are still smashing targets.
View moreFour ways to chase payments without losing relationships
18 March 2021 | 4 min read
Find out how small business owners are balancing the tricky task of chasing payments for EOFY with maintaining relationships when times are tough.
View more7 pearls of business wisdom from rockstar women entrepreneurs
08 March 2021 | 5 min read
These women in business can relate to your challenges. Get their small business growth tips – think building resilience, bouncing back and staying inspired
View moreI wish someone had told me that… Sachie Nomura, Sachie’s Kitchen
23 February 2021 | 6 min read
Sachie Nomura dreamed big when setting up her cooking business 10 years ago. Through careful planning and execution, she has managed to become an author, TV star and brand ambassador.
View moreCustomer engagement: NZ small business heroes’ top tips
17 February 2021 | 5 min read
Smile, serve and get in the ‘VIP’ mindset – three Prospa Local Business Hero award finalists from 2020 share their small business customer engagement tips.
View more5 EOFY tax mistakes to avoid
10 February 2021 | 4 min read
We know the EOFY can be a headache for small business owners, so we've asked some experts to share some common EOFY mistakes to avoid.
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Success stories
How this local florist found fresh ways to flourish
09 April 2021 | 5 min read
Tawa florist Kerri Murphy shares her small business growth journey – and how a small business loan helped Twisted Willow meet its potential.
View moreHow this printing business quickly pivoted to meet new demand
09 February 2021 | 5 min read
Investing in equipment and materials helped label printing business LabelMAN keep pace with changing market needs, even through the uncertainties of COVID-19.
View moreHow this furniture repair business grew 40% year-on-year
03 December 2020 | 4 min read
Quick access to finance is helping small business owner John Lennox grow his furniture repair empire and weather the ups and downs of COVID-19.
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