Your considering turning your hobby into a profitable business but have a few questions you’d like answered first. We’re guessing they include questions such as: How do I know if it will be successful? What steps do I need to take to set up a
If cyber security isn’t on your business’ list of top priorities, should you be worried? We think so. As cyber attacks grow in number and severity, keeping your business’ information safe is essential. Even if you’re not super technically minded, there are some key steps
Your brand identity is what makes your business unique. More than just a logo, it’s how the world, or more specifically your customers, see your business. A strong brand identity gives your business power and a way to differentiate itself from your competition. Without one,
With all work and no play making Jack a dull boy (plus stressed, unhappy and exhausted), is having great work-life balance necessary? Today we look at understanding what having a work-life balance means, plus five simple tips on how you too can achieve one. What
It is 9pm on a Monday and it is raining. Lots. The roof in our new house starts to leak. My husband and I look at each other and decide to get onto this right away. First stop Google – searching for “roofers Whangarei”. There
There are a huge number of benefits to running a business with an abundance mentality, but what is it. What is an Abundance Mentality In short, an abundance mentality is an acknowledgement that there is enough demand in the market to support many businesses. Its
If you’ve got a couple of spare rooms, renting them out is a great way to make some extra cash. However, how you rent them out can make all the difference and can even be the difference between paying a large tax bill and no
New Zealand does not have the most liberal tax laws when it comes to making claims for work clothes. This is one thing that our cousins across the ditch are far more generous with. There is a very narrow definition in NZ tax law and
MBP’s preferred payment method for monthly package subscriptions is by direct debit. With our recent move to GoCardless, this process is now easier than ever before. If you are on a subscription based service plan, you will likely receive an email notifying you of any
There’s nothing quite like Kiwi ingenuity when it comes to identifying the best start-up business ideas. A quick look at Taupo’s tourist attractions (and those across New Zealand) demonstrates this perfectly! Who would have thought people would pay money to jump off a bridge with
