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Having that dreaded ‘poor performance’ discussion with a staff member requires calmness, skill and tact. But it’s important you take action.
By Ann Andrews.

Having that dreaded ‘poor performance’ discussion with a staff member requires calmness, skill and tact. But it’s important you take action.
By Ann Andrews.
As a shy schoolgirl Shirley Keith once froze completely when about to speak to fellow students. Today she is building a global brand and encouraging a new generation to step out from their comfort zones.

Businesses need accountants and advisors. Can they be one and the same? We unpack the arguments, reveal the compromises, and acknowledge the stereotypes.

Solutions continue to migrate to ‘the cloud’; providers continue to expand their service offerings; and technologies continue to raise efficiency. NZBusiness turns up the spotlight on accounting software.


Having that dreaded ‘poor performance’ discussion with a staff member requires calmness, skill and tact. But it’s important you take action.
By Ann Andrews.
As a shy schoolgirl Shirley Keith once froze completely when about to speak to fellow students. Today she is building a global brand and encouraging a new generation to step out from their comfort zones.

Businesses need accountants and advisors. Can they be one and the same? We unpack the arguments, reveal the compromises, and acknowledge the stereotypes.

Solutions continue to migrate to ‘the cloud’; providers continue to expand their service offerings; and technologies continue to raise efficiency. NZBusiness turns up the spotlight on accounting software.

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