Your business should serve you – not the other way round

By |2026-01-14T09:22:05+13:00January 14th, 2026|Business Advice, General, Strategy|

Are you stuck in the daily grind of your business? Discover how shifting your focus from operations to strategy can unlock growth, clarity, and freedom. Learn the five essential activities that will help you work on your business—not just in it. Are you working on your business or just in

Making data meaningful in your business

By |2026-01-14T09:26:26+13:00January 14th, 2026|Business Advice, General, Strategy, Technology|

Data is only powerful with context. It needs to be accurate and organised and you need to be clear on the necessities vs the niceties. Raw data describes the facts and figures that a business processes every day. Over time, every business hoards a certain amount of data and it

The benefits of having a diverse workforce

By |2025-10-01T13:06:58+13:00January 14th, 2026|Business Advice, General, Strategy|

Having a diverse and inclusive workforce can be a major boost for your business. We list four of the key benefits of focusing on diversity and inclusion within your company culture - plus how to diversify your workforce. Having a diverse and inclusive workforce isn’t just about displaying the best

Smart money habits for contractors

By |2025-08-15T15:57:52+12:00December 10th, 2025|Business Advice, General, Strategy|

Managing your finances well is one of the most powerful ways to set yourself up for success as a contractor. From understanding your expenses to planning for tax time, here’s how to stay in control and build strong financial habits from day one. When you're contracting, you're not just doing

Smarter bookkeeping: Simple ways to cut down admin and stay organised

By |2025-11-05T12:01:31+13:00November 5th, 2025|Business Advice, Cash and Cashflow, General|

Tired of chasing receipts and reconciling bank statements at the end of the month? Learn simple, practical ways to streamline your bookkeeping, reduce admin, and stay on top of your finances. If you’re running a small business or managing a property portfolio, you know how quickly receipts, bills, and invoices

AI vs. Automation – What’s the difference?

By |2025-11-05T11:59:38+13:00October 29th, 2025|Business Advice, General, Strategy, Technology|

Technology is moving fast and with it, the tools available to help you run your business more efficiently. But with terms like AI, machine learning, and automation being thrown around, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure about what’s actually useful. Let’s break it down. Understanding the difference between AI

Understanding the impact of Cost of Sales

By |2025-11-05T12:05:32+13:00October 15th, 2025|Business Advice, Cash and Cashflow, General, Strategy|

Your Cost of Sales (CoS) is more than just a line on your financial reports; it’s a key indicator of how efficiently your business is operating and how healthy your margins really are. We’ve highlighted five important ways CoS affects your business, and why it’s worth keeping a close eye on.

Accounting essentials for property investors: What you need to know

By |2025-10-01T13:08:22+13:00October 6th, 2025|Business Advice, General, Strategy|

Whether you're just starting out or expanding your portfolio, understanding the accounting fundamentals behind property investment is key to making informed decisions and protecting your assets. As both accountants and investors, we know that good property decisions start with good financial visibility. Here’s what every property investor should be across:

Simplifying leave: The proposed 2025 Holidays Act

By |2025-09-26T16:23:14+12:00September 27th, 2025|Business Advice, General, News|

Big changes are coming to NZ’s leave laws—get ahead of the curve with our breakdown of the proposed Employment Leave Act 2025 and what it could mean for your business. On 23 September 2025, the New Zealand Government announced a major legislative update: the Employment Leave Act 2025, which will

Why forecasting and scenario planning matter for your business

By |2025-07-21T14:56:52+12:00September 17th, 2025|Business Advice, Cash and Cashflow, General, Strategy|

Looking at past numbers is important—but it’s only part of the picture. If you want to stay ahead, you need to look forward too. That’s where forecasting and scenario planning come in. For a long time, accounting was all about reviewing what had already happened. But while historical data is

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