Five ways to boost income during the post-holiday lull
While industries like tourism and hospitality thrive over summer, many businesses face a slowdown after Christmas and New Year’s. Sound familiar? These five tips can help keep your revenue flowing. 1. Seasonal promotions Extend offers beyond Christmas to capture keen summer shoppers. Post-holiday sales and exclusive discounts keep customers engaged and drive ongoing sales. 2. […]
How to keep payroll smooth over the summer break
The Christmas season can bring payroll headaches, but knowing the rules will help you stay compliant. Annual leave: Legally, employees are entitled to four weeks of paid leave each year, so set clear deadlines for leave requests to prevent last-minute staffing issues. Holiday pay: You must pay employees for public holidays if they fall on […]
Finish the year right with these five financial must-do’s
As the year draws to a close, you may find yourself juggling the tasks of wrapping up operations while preparing for the year ahead. To help ensure a solid start to 2025, here’s a list of key financial tasks to tick off before the break. Chase up outstanding invoices The holiday season can bring unexpected […]
12 tips to boost your Christmas sales
Kiwi shoppers spent billions in the lead-up to Christmas last year — up 4.9% — and this year is set to be even bigger. Preparing your online store now is crucial to maximise the season’s potential. 1. Get your website ready Make sure your website can handle a surge in traffic by compressing images, streamlining […]
What to know about public holidays
Following the introduction of Matariki in 2022, employees in New Zealand get 12 public holidays a year. But what happens if your business needs to stay open on a national holiday? When employees work all or part of a public holiday, businesses must: You can only require a team member to work on a public […]
5 things to remember about annual leave
Managing staff isn’t just about what happens at work; it’s also about managing holidays. As an employer, you’re responsible for keeping accurate up-to-date records about much-deserved time off. Disclaimer: This blog has been carefully prepared, but it has been written in general terms only. The blog should not be relied upon to provide specific information […]
Quick guide to employment basics
Managing your team involves understanding your legal obligations. Here’s a simple rundown of the key employment responsibilities under New Zealand law. Back to basicsUnder New Zealand law, employers must: Rest breaksEmployees need regular rest and meal breaks. For people working eight hours or longer, two 10-minute breaks and an unpaid 30-minute lunch break are required. […]
Digital snapshot: Two tools to help with bookings and payroll
Finding digital tools to boost your business efficiency is easier than ever. In this edition, we highlight two apps that excel at managing bookings and payroll, helping you save time and stay organised. TIMELYWho’s it for?Any business needing a handy appointment management system. It’s especially popular with hair, beauty, and hospitality businesses. What makes it […]
Digital snapshot: Have you refreshed your website lately?
Have regular clients dropped off the face of the earth? Struggling to gain new business online? Your website could be the cause of your problems. The worst thing you can do with your website is to set and forget. Your site should be regularly updated to ensure it features prominently in search engine rankings. If […]
The perks of tax pooling
Keeping a lump of cash aside to pay provisional tax on your Inland Revenue due dates can be challenging for any business, especially if you have cashflow issues and need money on hand. For some companies and sole traders, tax pooling is the perfect solution. What’s tax pooling?Being part of a tax pool provides more […]
