How 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 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 moreHow to make 2021 yours for the taking
19 January 2021 | 4 min read
You've brushed off the dust of 2020 and now you're ready to take 2021 by storm. We asked three Kiwis to share the small business ideas they’re hoping will lead to success.
View more3 SMB owners share their best summer business reads
18 December 2020 | 6 min read
Sit back with a good business book this summer and jump into the New Year full of inspiration and ideas. Three small business owners share their best reads.
View moreBig, bold moves Kiwi small business owners have made in 2020
15 December 2020 | 5 min read
It might not seem like it, but 2020 has been the year of opportunity. These business owners are a testament to the advantages that adversity can bring.
View moreMaking the most of EOY downtime
01 December 2020 | 5 min read
You don't have to be run off your feet to get the most out of the holiday season. Even those in quieter industries can use this time to their advantage.
View moreA guide to small business marketing during the coronavirus recession
03 November 2020 | 5 min read
Investing in marketing during a recession might seem counterintuitive, but experts suggest this is exactly what small business owners should be doing right now.
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