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Biz with friend

02 December 2021 | 5 min read

Starting a business with a friend: the good, the bad, the beautiful

Two sets of friends share what they’ve learnt from starting a business together – and the secrets to making it work.

Sofa Doctor

29 November 2021 | 4 min read

This time tomorrow: Franchising to move forward

We revisit John Lennox at Sofa Doctor to hear about how managing cash flow helped boost business growth in 2021, and how he’s planning to expand in 2022.

NZ This time tomorrow

08 November 2021 | 3 min read

This time tomorrow: How 5 businesses are taking action now for 2022

5 SMB owners share the plans they’ve made to kickstart growth in 2022 including expanding offerings, increasing production and implementing digital technologies.

22 October 2021 | 5 min read

5 ways to finish the end-of-year strong

Two local business owners share how they’re staying flexible and customer-focused to make the most of end-of-year – even amid uncertainty.

Abandoned carts NZ

13 October 2021 | 3 min read

4 ways to reduce abandoned carts

Reduce abandoned carts by simplifying the shopper journey and giving customers a reason to return.

hiring and onboarding

28 September 2021 | 5 min read

7 tips for hiring and onboarding small business staff

Strategic hiring, induction and onboarding can be essential for a growing small business. Here are 7 steps for onboarding so staff will want to stay.

Lydia

14 September 2021 | 6 min read

How Will&Able is creating jobs for Kiwis with disabilities

Will&Able’s founders share how they’re creating jobs with a fresh take on the social enterprise model – and focusing on growth as much as purpose.

How to create a family in your franchise

31 August 2021 | 5 min read

How to create a family in your franchise

F45 franchisee Lynnae Palu shares her tips for small businesses and family businesses to create strong customer communities.

Business growth strategies

16 August 2021 | 3 min read

4 business growth strategies

Business growth strategies a small business can manage in-house and on a budget.

Funding for growth

05 August 2021 | 4 min read

Three NZ small businesses share what they’re investing in

Three NZ small businesses share where they’re investing their funding for growth, efficiency, and resilience.

Upselling

23 June 2021 | 5 min read

5 tips for upselling without upsetting

A well-delivered upsell or cross sell should delight, not deter. Here are five tips for recommendations that hit the sweet spot.

Maverick Digital team

25 May 2021 | 6 min read

How to maintain a start-up culture as your business grows

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.