With phishing attacks on the rise, and stories of New Zealand organisations loosing hundreds of thousands of dollars due to cyber security breaches becoming increasingly common, never has it been more important to ensure that your security is sufficiently effective to prevent you becoming a victim.
Read MoreMedical incapacity issues with employees can be notoriously challenging to manage. Helpfully, the Employment Court recently provided some useful guidance in Amcor Flexibles (New Zealand) Ltd v Gillan.
Read MoreThe Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has released the much anticipated ‘active choice form’ that, from Monday 6 May 2019, employers must give to new employees who are covered by the 30-day rule.
Read MoreHow do you capitalise on the true advantages of enterprise mobility? This is a very real challenge for businesses today, writes Geoff Graham of MYOB Pulse.
Read MoreRather than constantly trying to spam consumers with the best deals on their products, organisations are now seeing the benefit in focusing on brand authenticity and building a strong reputation first through authentic storytelling.
Read MoreRetention and engagement are always top priority for many businesses. However, the challenge of keeping employees engaged comes down to a number of factors. These include the work itself, the management and leadership environment and of course, the continuous development opportunities available.
Read MoreAll business people, will at some point, be required to negotiate a contract. Whether it is simply purchasing stock from suppliers or a more complex business deal such as buying a business or shares in a company, it can be highly advantageous to know some of the fundamental principles of contract negotiation.
Read MoreEach year we update our checklist for year-end planning, so as to ensure that you do not miss out on tax deductions that are available to you.
Read MoreThere is no doubt that organisational change can be difficult. Typical responses can be fear, anger and resistance, but rather than seeing change as something to be tolerated only when necessary, we have shifted our thinking to understand that change will now be constant. We recognise that innovative organisations embrace change as a tool to benefit all stakeholders and therefore this mindset of welcoming, rather than fearing change is often a competitive advantage.
Read MoreRather than constantly trying to spam consumers with the best deals on their products, organisations are now seeing the benefit in focusing on brand authenticity and building a strong reputation first through authentic storytelling.
Read MoreIt’s a classic Catch 22 for businesses, particularly those offering services. You charge for your time, IP, ideas and advice but you have to give some of it away in order to get the sale.
Read MoreNow is the time to pause and reflect on the year that has been and consider what you would like to achieve in 2019.
Read MoreWhilst the following has been written for start-up businesses, the advice remains relevant for all businesses that are looking to rejuvenate themselves or embark on new ventures. New Year is a good time to take stock of how you are doing in these areas and realign if necessary.
Read MoreChoosing to discount or raise prices is going to create a ripple effect that will impact other areas of your business. But how and to what extent?
Read MoreEarlier this year, it was revealed that thousands of government employees had been receiving less holiday pay than their entitlement. So, you guessed it, a task force was set up to look at simplifying the system with change anticipated next year. In the meantime, we remind you, as always, about your obligations for the Holiday Season. Refer also to the 2018 tax change on Page 17 under From the IRD in Brief.
Read MoreMarketing has changed a lot over the years, it’s happened so quickly, and I predict it’s only going to get faster from here. So what will the next stage look like?
Read MoreIn a case just come to light, a couple by the name of Daniel and Loretta Smith were successful in proving that their employer, Stuart Muir, had unjustifiably dismissed them due to relying on a defective 90- day trial clause and conducting an unfair process, but were awarded no damages pursuant to Section 124 of the Employment Relations Act 2000, due to “disgraceful and egregious conduct”.
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Read MoreHelping companies increase their sales across New Zealand continues to be a source of great satisfaction. Here are some things that I’ve learnt...
Read MoreMarketing. It’s a word that seems to conjure up different things for different people. Some think it’s advertising, some think it’s sales. It’s an umbrella term for quite a few things and it’s vital for businesses big and small to understand how all the components best work for them.
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