What to consider when closing up over summer

Security issues to considerAt Christmas time, most of us are celebrating and seeing our loved ones, yet some opportunist thieves see it as the perfect time to strike, taking advantage of empty businesses. 2022 has seen a spate of ram-raids, theft, and vandalism targeting New Zealand businesses. With companies closing over Christmas, there are plenty […]

Building trust through brands

When it comes to the public perception of your business, creating a brand that resonates with the right audience is key. A logo isn’t just a picture to represent your company, Case In Point Design’s Zoe Sizemore describes it as a ‘communication tool’. “Good marketing is all about repetition,” says Zoe, a graphic designer with […]

9 things you need to know before you blog

If you’re on a tight budget, blogs are an effective way to build trust, boost your reputation, and provide value advice while subtly promoting your business. Not a writer? Too hard basket? Spending time pulling together a few words to educate, inform, inspire your customers or clients is worth the effort. 1. Blog writing is […]

Take a targeted approach with Facebook

Gone are the scattergun style leaflet drops. Now, Facebook targeted advertising allows you to choose your audience and track the success of each post. Facebook automatically shows your ads to people most likely to find them relevant, but you can also further target your ad delivery in three ways. Core Audiences: Define an audience based […]