How to generate referral business in a tight economy

According to the country’s biggest business referral organisation the current economic climate means that the ‘old days’ of casual business networking have probably passed their ‘use by date’.

How to succeed in property management

The principals of one of Auckland’s leading property management companies share their success formula in a sector that has become extremely competitive.

Up close with a serial entrepreneur

Melissa Clark-Reynolds talks about the keys to business survival, her passion for sustainability, a fun new virtual world for children and other entrepreneurial endeavours. By Patricia Moore.

Bright ideas for cashflow control

Is money getting too tight to mention in your business? Read on for advice on how to successfully manage cashflow in these troubled times.

Tracking the business benefits of GPS

GPS receivers can be found in mobile phones, dedicated vehicle units, and are behind many map-based online services. But where are GPS devices and services really heading, and what does it all mean for small business? By Vikki Bland.

SHARPENING YOUR BRAND

A recession is the perfect laboratory in which to polish your brand and make it really stand out. Kevin Kevany has advice from the brand marketing experts.