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START-UPS

Hi, I’d like information in regards to opening a small business or being self-employed. To be specific I want to know if you start off on your own as a self employed person is it much easier than being an actual small business owner? I’d like to know also the best business structure for a small business. Thank you.

Question submitted by @megamind3000_sa 20/01/2021 @ 8:22 am
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DIGITAL AND TECHNOLOGY

How can I confidently approach prospects (B2B)? I’m young and don’t want people to dismiss me/not take me seriously. (Small business IT management/support – a.k.a Managed Service Provider / Cloud Service Provider)

Question submitted by @taane 19/01/2021 @ 2:24 pm
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SALES

How can I get new clients? I have a website ubeu.nz and want to know how to get a good strategy

Question submitted by @shah 18/01/2021 @ 7:43 pm
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FUNDING & FINANCE

Please help!I entered the hospitality industry as a buiness owner about a year ago right before the first lockdown in Wellington. And Im struggling. I dont know where to begin. Regularly I work all the hours of the business (a small cafe) in a great spot but my lack ofbusiness knowledge including finance and forecasting is showing and its showing in my bank accounts. The possiblities are huge and the potential is there but Im not getting it right. Where do I go to first to start getting this thing moving? Properly! I am willing to learn and listen. I just need somewhere to start that will get the wheels turning!Thank you in advance!Pepa

Question submitted by @pepa 14/01/2021 @ 6:16 pm
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FUNDING & FINANCE

Hi,I’m looking for some advice regarding collecting VAT (tax).As a result of Brexit – we (an NZ product manufacturing and retail business) will now be required to collect VAT for our UK customers. Despite wading through many online documents regarding this – and contacting NZTE – we are still left with many questions. (Eg: Do we need a UK bank account? How streamlined is the actual process of paying VAT – does it integrate in with Xero software etc? What are the other fiscal record-keeping obligations etc?)Most website say: “Refer to a Tax expert”.We are wondering:• Are there any businesses out there that have been through this process that we could perhaps liaise with regarding this? OR;• Does anyone know of any Tax Experts whom might be able to efficiently/effectively provide this information?Thanks!Terry

Question submitted by @terrys 13/01/2021 @ 5:43 pm
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FOOD & BEVERAGE

kia oraWe are in the process of launching a plant based food product that can be stored in either the chiller or freezer. Our aim is to distribute via supermarkets so wondering if anyone can provide advice on the best packaging size to accommodate the requirements of most supermarkets?

Question submitted by @ohiggy 12/01/2021 @ 8:27 am
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DIGITAL & ONLINE MARKETING

I have a good website and products.  My social media marketing is not resulting in sales.  Do I need a media expert?

Question submitted by @gazzas 12/01/2021 @ 8:26 am
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SOCIAL ENTERPRISE (COMMUNITY, NOT-FOR-PROFIT, FOR PROFIT)

We are a new community funded Charitable Trust providing affordable, accessible and equitable  healthcare to the Wairarapa Community and visitors.   Any support, mentoring, funding, guidance is requested. 

Question submitted by @firsthealth 06/01/2021 @ 7:59 pm
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FUNDING & FINANCE

Kia Ora!I have a micro business and run a tiny online streetwear vintage store. I’m doing everything right (or so I think?) face value, but definitely need help with accounting or finding a trustworthy accountant. I myself am not the greatest with numbers but I KNOW that there is something missing and I am unsure of where/who to turn to.Nga Mihi,Mere

Question submitted by @thevintagecollectivenz 06/01/2021 @ 7:56 pm
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WELLBEING

My life purpose is to increase the economic prosperity of New Zealand through innovation and education. How does one understand if the small steps are heading up the right mountain? So far I’ve gained experience in Value added manufacturing, education technology, sports facilitation to develop confidence in youth, niche business startups. 

Question submitted by @alexradley 22/12/2020 @ 5:41 pm
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INTERNATIONAL

Hi Team :) Just wondering if I could please get some help and advise on setting up a new Honey exporting venture, exporting Honey to Europe.I am looking into two different options: to export packaged and labelled honey in jars, or in bulk drums.I am new to this, and still in the process of researching and learning, so any help and advise would be much appreciated with regard to pros and cons on the two above options, as well as the best and most stream lined way to set up an exporting venture.

Question submitted by @sanna 19/12/2020 @ 7:04 am
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SALES

Hi, I am looking at a different way to promote my party business. Would like to hear expert ideas to make it easy for the clients and worthwhile for our time to organise. For example award shows, conferences, send-off parties, year-end party or team building events. Right now we are organising smiler event but the frequency is not that great. I will look forward to hearing from you soon. 

Question submitted by @anju 18/12/2020 @ 10:51 am
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DIGITAL AND TECHNOLOGY

Hi, I’m Education mad : ) with a Masters. I’ve developed an educational program especially for kids with super powers/ dyslexia; based on rich learning opportunities within our local communities (aligned with the NZ curriculum).I’m really keen to challenge status quo; provide learning opportunities based on 100% Human Potential for Individual and Collective Wellbeing.This program has been in action (hands-on) for the last couple of years. Today, I’m looking for somebody keen to give me a hand with the development of a digital platform/market place to support the Program’s vision and mission “Equitable Learning Opportunities for All”; … enabling all kiwi kids to develop their full Human Potential incl. the 21st century skills they’ll need for their future within their communities.Thanks so much : )

Question submitted by @silver 18/12/2020 @ 10:49 am
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FUNDING & FINANCE

I started a hospitality business on a Marae in 2012. I want some help in financial management and keeping books up to date. Obviously, I am not good at doing this. I do not have a big annual turnover but if I managed this really well it could be an extremely successful business.  I need to put a succession plan in place. It may be through the embarrassment that I don’t ask but I need to now. right now.  

Question submitted by @maatawharehoka 18/12/2020 @ 7:17 am
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