Smart start: Your 2025 roadmap to success

A new year is a fresh start—the perfect time to set aside an hour or two to give your business a quick ‘audit’. Not the kind of audit we do, but a big-picture review to assess where your business stands and how to set it up for success in 2025. This checklist will help you […]
Beware the cyber threats trending in 2025

Cybercriminals are upping their game, creating convincing scams that are harder than ever to detect. Small businesses, assumed to have limited resources and less robust security systems, are increasingly seen as an easy target. Let’s prove the scammers wrong. Stay informed Knowledge is your first line of defence, so be aware of these emerging threats: […]
Embracing eInvoicing: a game changer for Kiwi businesses

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it is a great motto for your trusty old lawn mower—but when it comes to invoicing, we prefer, Out with the old and in with the new! eInvoicing is quickly becoming the standard in New Zealand, and it’s easy to see why. By exchanging invoices directly between accounting systems, […]
What the falling OCR means for your business

After a prolonged period of economic uncertainty and rising costs, the official cash rate (OCR) cuts in the second half of 2024 marked a turning point for New Zealand’s business community. The reductions brought much-needed stability, allowing business owners to look ahead with cautious optimism. But the big question remains: Will the OCR continue to […]
Important Update: New version of Xero invoicing will replace classic invoicing

We want to remind you that Xero will be retiring classic invoicing on 27 February 2025. This change will affect all users, so it’s important to be aware of the upcoming transition. Starting 27 February 2025, access to classic invoicing will be turned off, and the new version of invoicing will become the sole invoicing […]
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. […]
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 […]