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At Gilligan Sheppard, we are passionate about improving New Zealand business. By showcasing some incredible business stories, we hope to inspire our readers to think outside the square. Aotearoa has become a fertile ground for success and entrepreneurship, and despite being situated so far from the rest of the world, many Kiwi brands have established […]
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Frequently asked accounting questions
As you can imagine, we often respond to a lot of accounting questions. Most queries are usually the same, or at least similar. So, I thought I would provide answers to the most popular ones. How should I structure my business? There are several options here. The most common are: Sole trader – a person […]
Richard’s February 2022- March 2022 tax updates
Richard has had over 30 years’ experience with New Zealand and International taxation. His team provide services including: Q&A service for accountants Tax opinions IRD risk reviews and audits IRD arrears International tax advice Below are articles from Richard’s weekly email ‘A Week in Review’ over the last month. You can sign up for his […]
The responsibility of co-owning a business
Eighteen months ago, I became 25% owner of a business… and guess which one? I was given the opportunity to join three of my colleagues who I had worked with for the previous eight years. I respect and admire all of them in different ways. We are also fortunate in that each of our key […]
Warning signs of organisational misalignment
Picture yourself driving down a road. It’s been raining so the road is a bit slick. You have noticed recently your car has been pulling to the right, but you just compensated for it by adjusting your steering to the left. Suddenly the person in front of you brakes abruptly and you apply your brakes […]
You’ve heard it before: but here’s a reminder, Kintsugi.
Our daily lives have abruptly taken a shift. Some people are now settling into their new routines and are finding comfort in their new norm; however, others find themselves in a difficult position struggling with anxiety, fatigue, grief, frustration, and isolation. The journey to our new normal has been and will continue, to present us […]
