NZBusiness October 2009

YOU ARE YOUR BUSINESS
Fiona Hewitt highlights the marketing potential of the person fronting a business and has some helpful tips on how to develop a strong personal brand.
SNOW BUSINESS
Yvonne Carter goes to Wanaka to profile two businesses thriving in a seasonal industry.
THE POOR PERFORMANCE DISCIPLINARY DILEMMA
Employers are getting it wrong more than right when it comes to dealing with personal grievance claims, and one of the key reasons is failure to follow procedure.
STILL PLAYING THE BUSINESS GAME BLIND?
Change is a common theme of recession and that often means cutting staff and other costs to survive. But such tactics rarely produce the best long-term outcomes. A good option is to develop ‘BQ’.
COMMERCIALISING INNOVATION:
12 TOP TIPS FOR STARTUPS
Straightforward advice for entrepreneurs looking to make money off a great idea.
PUTTING USER NEEDS BACK IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT
Usability is the secret weapon to save you money, improve your competitive position and improve customer loyalty.
Eyes on road, hands on wheel
NZBusiness reviews hands-free technology and the implications of the law for employers.