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AI: Supporting organisations to be more human-centred
Recruiting firm: AI can be used to aggregate large sets of data, to support people to be able to be more...
Lodestone Energy – powering on to the future
Lodestone Energy’s glimmering solar farms give a glimpse of a more sustainable future for Aotearoa New...
Business outlook survey shows business confidence climbing amid mixed economic signals
New Zealand business confidence continued its upward trajectory in February, with the latest ANZ Business Outlook report revealing a...
Crafting customer experiences that stand the test of time
In conversation with the Walker & Hall marketing team about how they’re balancing tradition with innovation in an ever-changing retail...
Got a gap? Hairdresser looks to fill last-minute appointments with new tech start-up
The founder of Got A Gap, a brand-new online platform aimed at filling last-minute appointment gaps for small businesses, shares her vision...
Behind the business of gift giving
Farmer turned e-commerce entrepreneur Jeremy Pitts shares how he’s embracing digital and up-skilling himself in the...
A cut above the rest
Hair Art & Beauty has established itself as a cornerstone of Christchurch’s beauty landscape for over 25...
Loan risks every small business owner should know
Understanding the risks involved in borrowing to help manage business expenses and...
From tech start-up to AI leader
Discover how Auckland-based Xtracta, founded by Jonathan Spence, is transforming global industries with AI-driven document data...
How to communicate sustainability effectively – 4 expert tips
Whether you’re a business leader, marketer or sustainability professional, crafting clear and credible messages is key to engaging people...
Episode 10: Rethinking throwaway culture with BLUNT’s Greig Brebner
Discover how Greig Brebner, Founder of BLUNT Umbrellas, is transforming the way we think about everyday products with innovative,...
Meet the Kiwi start-up looking to change the way we commute using innovative tech
The creator of new innovative app Carpoolin, Saveun Man, takes us on his tech start-up founder...
Are you saving enough? How to build a cash reserve for your business
Why a well-managed cash reserve can be the difference between surviving unforeseen challenges and facing a financial...
The art of mastering difficult conversations at work
Pete Burdon shares practical strategies to manage emotions, prepare effectively, and turn tense discussions into opportunities for...
Sprint Fit finds its competitive edge in its e-commerce offering
We sit down with Sprint Fit Founder Leon Petraska to discuss the company's growth and get his advice for businesses looking to supercharge...
Three ways SMEs can use AI to improve their CX
Why embracing AI technologies in CX isn’t just a competitive advantage, it’s a necessity in today’s customer-centric...
Balancing business demands with relationship reality
Co-Founder of relationship management app, Cupla, Erika Palmer on the often elusive work-life balance, inspired by her own business journey...
Sustainability, competitive and collaborative advantage
Andy Kenworthy explains why embracing sustainability is essential for businesses to adapt, thrive, and stay resilient in an increasingly...
Innovating in business and sanitary solutions
Founder of SaniPod Trish Butler on her entrepreneurship journey, the establishment of the company’s US entity in 2024, and ongoing...
How to raise Capital: Investment tips from those who have been there, done that
We ask successful raisers of capital for their insights to help other business owners seeking...
The Icehouse “revolutionary” for flooring business
Sam Colthurst, recent alumni of the Icehouse Owner Manager Programme, shares how changes implemented as a result of the programme have...
Better business productivity
In conversation with Justin Flitter, founder of...
AI powered personal tax deductions
Tapping into the power of large language learning models and Open Banking, AI start-up Prosaic is looking to revolutionise the way small...
Driving business digitisation
With AI making its presence felt in 2024, it’s time for business owners to understand and realise the true cost-benefit return from...
LSKD expands NZ footprint with new Christchurch store
Australasian activewear brand LSKD is set to launch its first store in Christchurch on Saturday, 1 March...
How to enhance your small business’s cybersecurity and data protection regimen in 2025
New Zealand enterprises need to be laser focused on strengthening their cybersecurity defences says George Moawad of...
How to grow market share in a competitive environment
Mark Callander, the CEO of 2degrees, gives insight on how to grow in the face of strong...
NZ SMEs enter 2025 with improved sales outlook
New research shows nearly a third of SMEs are starting 2025 with stronger-than-expected sales pipelines for...
Takapuna outpaces Auckland with strong economic growth in 2024
Takapuna has outpaced both the Auckland city and the country in economic growth for 2024, according to the latest report from...