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TariffsViews from the other side and secondary tariffs
This is the fourth article in my series about world trade and the impact of Trump tariffs on New Zealand (NZ) exporters and importers. To see the earlier three articles, please click here. In this article, I cover: Grounded in America If Air NZ had kept to their schedule, I would now be back in […]
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Business in 2025 and onwards
There has been a lot going on over the last five years, all of which has and continues to affect the domestic and global economy. Add into the mix the trajectory of AI (artificial intelligence) development. Many businesses have closed their doors. Others have opened their doors, and many continue to either survive or thrive. […]
Marketing trends businesses can’t ignore in 2025
In an era where digital transformation is accelerating faster than ever, businesses face a crucial challenge: adapting to rapidly evolving marketing landscapes while maintaining authentic human connections. As we navigate through 2025, three key trends are reshaping how businesses connect with their audiences: Whether you’re a small business owner or marketing professional in New Zealand, […]
Why businesses are making the swap to Xero
In today’s competitive business world, effective financial management is the key to success. As a business, you often need to handle multiple tools simultaneously, such as payroll, accounting, and inventory management, which can lead to inefficiencies and errors. This is where Xero comes in. This cloud-based accounting software seamlessly integrates all essential functions, making it […]
How to prepare for annual accounts: your unshakeable frenemy
Annual accounts—a business owner’s unshakeable frenemy. No matter the size or type of your enterprise, be it a start-up, a multinational, or a charity—this task waits for you, year in, year out. These accounts are a snapshot of your business’s financial health, a tool for decision-making, and a requirement for tax compliance and stakeholder trust. […]
Share options: demystified context and uses
Many share option plans in both the investment markets and employment markets are misunderstood, misused, and don’t deliver for at least one, if not both parties, what they expected. This is the basic jargon: What is an option? The right to buy or sell something at some future point in time. What is a share? […]