As a business owner, staying on the right side of the IRD is like staying on the right side of the law as an individual. You do everything in your power to make it happen! But sometimes, you might find that you have some IRD trouble to deal with. It might be overdue...
What is the most precious business resource? You might think it is your tools, your revenue or your computer. But, the truth is, it’s none of those things. The most precious resource is time. And there never feels like there is enough of it! If you are like many of...
GST is a normal part of life here in NZ. We all know that we pay GST as part of the price of things we buy. But when it comes to sorting out GST as a business owner, it might be a tad more confusing. You have a responsibility to the IRD to ensure your GST returns are...
It’s time to outsource some tasks and hire a VA. Woohoo! You’ve Googled virtual assistant and found plenty of search results. But how do you know which VAs are the good ones and which one you should choose for your business? To find out, you need to ask the right...
The end of the month seems to roll around quickly when you run a business. It might be a time for celebration if you’ve had a good month in business. Or, it could be when you plan to tighten your belt because the cash flow isn’t great. Unfortunately, you won’t know...
When you run a small business, you often wear many hats, especially at the beginning. And because you carry out so many roles, it can be easy to try and keep all your essential business information in your head. But, trust us, that’s not a good idea. What happens when...
No one likes a mess. Messy teenage rooms, dishes in the sink, wet towels on the floor… all annoying. But, as a business owner, no mess is more frustrating than messy accounts. Like those other household messes, it can be easy to let your accounts fall into disarray....
In 2023, a long time into the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns and restrictions, working remotely is most definitely a thing. It used to be unusual. It was something that had to be hotly negotiated with your boss. But today, it has become common. Whether it's team...
Choosing the right type of VA can feel like a daunting task with all of the options available in the marketplace. And we don’t just mean selecting which of the fantastic VA businesses offering their services you might work with. Your decisions run deeper than that. In...
Not being able to pay your staff on time is one of the worst things that can happen as a business owner. When you have people relying on you for that regular wage, you want to ensure you can always follow through. Not paying wages or paying them late not only has a...
As a business owner, it’s frustrating when you don’t get paid on time. It can be stressful waiting for your money to show up. Unfortunately, many invoices are paid late. This can negatively impact the cashflow of your business and your ability to operate how you want...
It’s that time of year again… Before we know it, Santa will be sliding down the chimney and dropping off Christmas gifts to the good little boys and girls. Unfortunately, Santa doesn’t do double time and drop off corporate gifts at the same time. The ball is in your...