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New Zealand Introducing World’s First Climate Legislation For Finance Firms

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New Zealand is about to become the first country to introduce climate legislation requiring banks, insurers, and investment managers to assess and report on the environmental impact of their investments. The post New Zealand Introducing World’s First Climate Legislation For Finance Firms appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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11 tips for reducing costs in small business

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According to the latest MYOB SME Snapshot, a survey of over 500 local SME operators around New Zealand, most believe the economy will decline in the next year, putting further pressure on cashflow and margins. New Zealand based businesses can search Find An Advisor database for accountants and bookkeepers here.

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Go global or grow local? The Kiwi startup quandary

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With talent in sales, marketing, and technology, Niesh was still missing some critical processes and systems – including elements of finance and human resources – to support their growth. New Zealand startups need to know that the local market is limited by the relatively small population of 4.8 It didn’t work. “We

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Mixing personal and business finances common but not always optimal

NZ Entrepreneur

If you’re a small business owner or entrepreneur mixing personal and business finances to support your business, you’re not alone. Mixing personal and business finances in the long run may do more harm than good. Separating out your finances can help you avoid being personally liable for any business debt you take on.

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Choosing The Right Cloud-Based Accounting Software For Your Business

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It’s a no-brainer that keeping track of your incoming and outgoing finances is a critical part of not only keeping your business running, but also of ensuring your business grows and prospers. See your finances – incomings and outgoings – at a glance. by Monica Shepherd, TradeGecko. Minimises data entry and handling.

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Four cash flow tips to boost small business

NZ Entrepreneur

Ranked by the World Bank as the easiest country in which to start a business, New Zealand has in many respects become the poster-child for entrepreneurship. Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business and one of the main reasons businesses seek finance. Thinking about finances and the future of your business can be overwhelming.

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Are You In Control Of Your Business?

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When you started out, a spreadsheet may have been a sufficient system for managing your database, inventory and finances, after all, it was likely a system that you set up and understood. Monica also runs Mark My Words Ltd , a New Zealand based company that helps developing businesses with their content strategy, SEO and marketing voice.