A Formula for Success

A formula for success “Would you like me to give you a formula for success? It’s quite simple, really: Double your rate of failure… You are thinking of failure as the enemy of success. But it isn’t at all. You can be discouraged by failure or you can learn from it, so go ahead and…

Turn on the Charm

Turn on the charm These days we are forever hearing about leadership. It’s the in word in many quarters. Yet, as your certified chartered accountant, to my mind it’s only part of the equation in creating effective teams. You need attitude – the right attitude of course. Here I’m talking about charisma – about turning on the charm.…

Applying for the Wage Subsidy Extension

Applying for the Wage Subsidy Extension If you have suffered a revenue loss of at least 40% (previously 50%) over a 30-day period then you may be eligible for the Government’s Wage Subsidy. The eight-week Wage Subsidy Extension is available from now until 1 September 2020. Most NZ businesses are eligible to apply including: The self-employed Contractors…

How Good Are You at Webinars?

How Good Are You at Webinars? Webinars and Glossophobia With the arrival of Covid-19, and the associated restrictions on business, the need to keep in contact with clients and potential clients has never been greater. Sending out newsletters is one way. Holding webinars and podcasts are a couple of other ways of doing so. BUT,…