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BusinessThe hidden cash flow leaks that drain your business
Growing businesses face a puzzling situation – sales are increasing, but bank balance remains low. This cash flow disconnect leaves many business owners wondering where their money goes each month. The growth paradox For many New Zealand family businesses, growth brings unexpected challenges. As revenue increases, available cash often decreases, creating a cash flow squeeze […]
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My two cents: inflation
Inflation is a hot topic at the moment. While cash inflow is stable or decreasing, cash outflow is increasing dramatically – some items have doubled or tripled their price in the last two years! So, what can we do to handle the situation, or at least, survive? I’ve stepped into different shoes to understand people’s […]
Business and pleasure: Yi Ping and Tanya’s trip to India
In December 2022, Tanya and I were fortunate to visit India for a few weeks. It was a ‘business mixed with pleasure’ trip. The three ‘must dos’ were: Glad to say we accomplished all three and came back home happy and safe. The business agenda KFT GS has been a founding partner of KFT since […]
Staying focused
The struggle with staying focused on ‘must do’ tasks can be a life-long problem for many people. But successfully dealing with the issue leads to further happiness, life satisfaction, and freedom. We certainly have no difficulty focusing on things that we love to do that require hardly any effort, such as reading, watching TV, shopping, […]
AGN Regional Pacific Meeting 2022
AGN International is a leading worldwide association of independent accounting firms that focus on tax, audit, and advisory. Comprising around 1.3 billion revenues, 14,000 people, and 500 offices in 80 countries, Gilligan Sheppard is the only firm in New Zealand to play an active role in the association, and our tax expert Richard Ashby is […]
Partnering with businesses coming in, or going out of, New Zealand
As professional service providers, Gilligan Sheppard is invited to play a role in many of our client’s lives, by assisting them to resolve business and family issues. Many of these situations with our clients are delicate and memorable, and we count ourselves lucky be a part of their journey. Reminiscing on these experiences has given […]