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A collection of articles, stories, tips & tools designed
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Running your business from home? Here’s how to make it work
25 August 2020 | 5 min read
Working from home has its perks, but it can also be a challenge. Here’s how these four NZ small business owners are making it work.
View moreWhy you should consider having a business mentor
18 August 2020 | 4 min read
Small business owners don't need to solve all their problems on their own. A business mentor may be just what you need to take things to the next level.
View more5 small business owners’ best tips for mental resilience
05 August 2020 | 4 min read
Five NZ business owners share how they have looked after their wellbeing during the tougher moments of COVID-19.
View moreHow the NZ hospitality industry is emerging from COVID-19
28 July 2020 | 3 min read
COVID-19 has disrupted New Zealand's hospitality industry. Hear how a number of businesses are navigating this new normal and keeping patrons safe.
View more5 important COVID-19 lockdown lessons from small business owners
24 July 2020 | 4 min read
Business challenges can be ripe with opportunity. Five New Zealand small business owners share their best lessons from COVID-19.
View moreHow your small business can build links in your community
07 July 2020 | 3 min read
Many communities are rallying around their local businesses amidst the pandemic. And more and more businesses are prioritising giving back as well.
View moreMeet New Zealand’s Local Business Hero of the year
16 June 2020 | 4 min read
The inaugural Prospa Local Business Hero for 2020 has been announced. Hear Quoc Tran’s inspiring story and why they were given the honour.
View moreWhat it really takes to pivot your business successfully
11 June 2020 | 4 min read
A pivot may arise from opportunity or a need to survive. We asked small business leaders who have made the leap what it takes to pivot your business successfully – and what hindsight has taught them.
View more5 tips for online delivery success
28 May 2020 | 3 min read
The COVID-19 pandemic has driven a major leap in ecommerce. New Zealand small businesses share their insights on what it takes to make online delivery a success.
View moreHow to use the COVID-19 lockdown to prime your business for the future
23 April 2020 | 4 min read
Kiwi small businesses are showing resourcefulness amid the COVID-19 lockdown. Three owners reveal how they’re using this time to prime their business for recovery.
View more6 strategies to manage cash flow during COVID-19
25 March 2020 | 6 min read
Many small businesses are seeing their cash flow get squeezed because of the coronavirus crisis. Here are 6 ways that might help you get some breathing space.
View moreInfographic: A small business guide to the NZ economic stimulus package
23 March 2020 | 1 min read
As the economic impact of COVID-19 reverberates globally, a stimulus package of subsidies and support schemes for small business has been launched.
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Success stories
6 gems of advice from leading New Zealand female entrepreneurs
03 March 2020 | 6 min read
In honour of International Women's Day, six leading NZ female entrepreneurs share the advice that has helped power their self-belief and success.
View moreCustomer success story: Animal Natural Health Centre
18 December 2019 | 3 min read
Discover how the small business owner of Animal Natural Health Centre used a Prospa Small Business Loan to grow her business without compromising on her vision.
View moreCustomer success story: DNA 1st Solution
13 November 2019 | 3 min read
Find out how Anita Vaafusuaga expanded her family's packing business to help unskilled youth in Auckland by turning to a Prospa Small Business Loan.
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