2018

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In blockchain we trust

Businesses of all sizes and sectors will benefit from blockchain technology. While some people may still struggle to understand how it works, blockchain is enabling a steady revolution in trade

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Making work-life work

Wairarapa-based financial advisory business RIVAL Wealth uses workplace flexibility as its primary growth strategy. Not only is it quickly driving success, it’s also winning them awards. It’s fair to say

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FROM THE EDITOR

It was the intention of Justin Flitter, the organiser of the Blockworks event on October 12th..

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Breathing new life into brands

Auckland-based VOICE is a specialist agency not afraid to get into the regions to assist companies with branding. Principal Jonathan Sagar uses a case study to highlight the dos and

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Coming to terms

Marisa Fong highlights the importance of understanding contract terms – both yours and the other party’s. 

Blazing a new trail

Colleen and David Hurd’s Central Otago business venture was a late-in-life leap of faith that has proved to be both a challenge and a dream come true. 

Priming the cashflow pump

Cashflow is the lifeblood of all businesses. Maintaining a strong flow requires careful planning, discipline, and some key provider partnerships.

It’s show time!

We’ve all heard the expression β€˜the show must go on”. For North Port Events the shows have been going on for 25 years – helped along by a dynamic mother and daughter combo. 

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Service is key in the executive taxi industry

Communication, building relationships and going the extra mile are the keys in any service business. It is no different at the executive end of the increasingly disrupted taxi industry. β€œTreating people, the way you would like to be treated – with respect and kindness is key,” says Paul de Abaitua, one of the 350 Corporate Cabs owner drivers in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and the Queenstown region. While Uber and other ride sharing alternatives are disrupting the  main stream taxi market, Corporate Cabs is continuing to grow,  based on its core business model of providing a quality service to corporate clients. The service aspect can not be under stated says Paul, who was an engineer, before he decided he wanted

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NZBusiness November 2018

It’s show time!  Styling to their strengths The business build on Iwi ethics How innovation delivers competitive advantage Priming the cashflow pump Growth is all about your people Pick of the pc crop