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11/10/2022

GST invoicing changes are coming!

    New rules modernising GST invoicing and record-keeping requirements will apply from 1 April 2023. The key change is…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

11/10/2022

The benefits of family advisory boards

    Every business, large or small, deserves to be run as professionally as possible.  By setting up the right…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

11/10/2022

Why it’s important to define roles in a family-owned business

  Whether you’re running a small family business or one that employs dozens of people, defining roles and governance is…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

11/10/2022

The key to succession planning success

  So you’ve created your company from nothing, put years of blood, sweat and tears into its success, and retirement…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

11/10/2022

Top tips for running a thriving family business

There are so many upsides to running a family business: working together as a close-knit unit and sharing the good…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

17/08/2022

This week’s to do list

1.  Commit to moving your online marketing forward No excuses. This is important. 2.  Actively invite followers A sign on…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

17/08/2022

Which social media platform is right for me?

Facebook – the original platform for brands looking to attract Baby Boomers and Gen X (people aged 40 – 70). Twitter –…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

17/08/2022

Take a targeted approach with Facebook

Gone are the scattergun style leaflet drops.  Now, Facebook targeted advertising allows you to choose your audience and track the…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

17/08/2022

9 things you need to know before you blog

If you’re on a tight budget, blogs are an effective way to build trust, boost your reputation, and provide value…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

17/08/2022

Mastering the art of Instagram

If you’re already on Instagram, then you’re among the 1.4 billion users making it the fourth most ‘active’ social media…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

17/08/2022

Building trust through branding

When it comes to the public perception of your business, creating a brand that resonates with the right audience is…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

26/05/2022

Fewer accidents = less financial strain

New Zealanders are among the best in the world at looking after their livestock and crops, but are we missing…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

26/05/2022

Let’s talk tax: changes to GST and KiwiSaver

GST Goods that are exported from New Zealand can be zero-rated, with GST being able to be claimed on purchases…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

26/05/2022

Tough choices under proposed water reforms

Changes proposed to drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater legislation are ruffling feathers in rural communities. If adopted, the Three Waters…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

26/05/2022

Keeping tabs on stressed staff and why you need to check in

A Southland counsellor researching mental health issues facing young men in the rural sector has confirmed what she suspected: there’s…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

26/05/2022

How to maximise damaged crops

If you’ve been adversely affected by this year’s wet weather, the Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) can help you figure out how…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

26/05/2022

Managing farm debt

If you’re feeling uncertain about your next year of farming, you’re not alone. Farmer confidence is at its lowest point…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

25/05/2022

Climate

Climate change initiatives in Budget 2022 follow the Government’s recently released Emissions Reduction Plan, and several initiatives have already been…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

25/05/2022

Broadband Infrastructure

$60 million is allocated to improve broadband in under-served areas of the country. Given how many New Zealand businesses are…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates

25/05/2022

Business Growth Fund

There’s $100 million in capital funding for the new Business Growth Fund for SME businesses needing money to grow.  The…  Keep reading

By Ian D Watt and Associates