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17/12/2025

OUT NOW: Our December issue, investing in yourself special - dives into the leadership skills that matter most for business leaders in 2026 and beyond. A theme that feels especially timely as we close out another year of challenge, change, and recalibration across New Zealand’s business landscape. Read more here https://nzbusiness.co.nz/magazines/nzbusiness-digital-issue-december-2025 #1

05/12/2025

In her new op-ed for NZBusiness, Elise Balsillie explores why resilience is no longer enough for SMEs facing rising costs, shifting customer expectations and rapid disruption. The businesses that thrive are the ones that stay nimble, connected and ready to pivot.

Elise explains how Kiwi SMEs can move from surviving to steering, using smart systems, streamlined workflows and adaptive thinking.

Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/b6j051T

04/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Ready to Rise Business Breakfast last week!

It was an inspiring morning filled with insights, great conversations, and a shared sense of optimism about what’s possible for Kiwi businesses as we head into 2026.

A big thank you to our amazing speakers: Sam Stubbs, James Boult, and Sean Bell, and to our panel of experts Neil Gaught, Kate Wilson, and Loren Tomlinson. And of course, thank you to our MC Marisa Fong for bringing it all together.

We couldn’t have delivered this event without the support of our Premier Sponsor 2degrees and event sponsors The Social Collective, PayZe, and Coffees & Content - not to mention the great coffee so early in the morning.

And thanks to those who attended for making our first breakfast event such a success. We can’t wait to see you at the next one!

📸: Thanks to The Social Collective for the photos.

25/11/2025

We’re just one day out from the Ready to Rise Business Breakfast! 🎉

Check out this message from Sean Bell from 2degrees, who will be sharing insights from their 2025 Shaping Business Study, a nationwide look at the trends shaping the future of business in New Zealand.

This is set to be an inspiring and insight-packed morning, and we only have a handful of tickets left. If you’ve been thinking about coming along, this is your last chance!

🎟️ Grab your ticket here: https://buff.ly/vmB8BMX
📅 Tomorrow — Thursday 27 November
📍 Hilton Auckland

24/11/2025

Most entrepreneurs start their business dreaming of freedom: No boss, no rules, total control. But as leadership expert Brad Giles writes in a new NZBusiness op-ed, that same freedom can actually backfire.

Without accountability or clear guardrails, business owners often chase too many ideas, change direction too quickly, and stretch themselves (and their teams) too thin. The result?
👉 Stress goes up
👉 Profit goes down
👉 Freedom disappears

But it doesn’t have to be this way.

Brad explains why patience and discipline are the real superpowers behind sustainable freedom, and how business owners can reclaim the life they imagined when they started.
This one’s a must-read for any SME owner.

Read the full op-ed: https://buff.ly/5O14gto

20/11/2025

We’re thrilled to have James Boult from Gravity speaking at the Ready to Rise Business Breakfast next week!

Here, James shares a preview of what he’ll be covering, including how many of today’s most successful companies were started during economic downturns, and the practical lessons SMEs can learn from that. He’ll also be talking about what Gravity has seen work for their clients during tough times.

This is going to be a powerful morning of insight and inspiration, and there are only a few tickets left.

🎟️ Get your ticket here: https://buff.ly/vmB8BMX
📅 Thursday 27 November, Hilton Auckland

20/11/2025

In an increasingly digital and centralised banking environment, MTF Finance is doubling down on the one thing many SMEs say they need most: Human connection.

CEO Chris Lamers outlines how the lender’s franchise model, with 55 locally owned offices nationwide, is empowering small and medium businesses with lending decisions made by people who truly understand local markets.

Key insights from the story:
🚀 60% portfolio growth in three years
🏢 35% of the SME lending market and rising
🤝 Direct partnerships with well-known franchise brands
📱 Direct access to local franchise owners making real lending decisions

As non-bank lending grows in influence, MTF Finance is showing why personal relationships and community knowledge still matter.

🔗 Read the full article: https://buff.ly/N6aJPCY

18/11/2025

We’re thrilled to have Loren Tomlinson from The Social Collective joining our panel at the Ready to Rise Business Breakfast!

Loren shares why she’s excited about the event, and the extra value her team is bringing:
✨ FREE marketing audits from The Social Collective
☕ Coffee proudly supported by the Coffees & Content podcast

If you’re looking for inspiration, clarity, and practical strategies for 2026, this is a morning you won’t want to miss.

Tickets are still available — secure yours now 👇

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://buff.ly/k5Xny5E
📅 Thursday 27 November, Hilton Auckland

Be part of the conversation. Be ready to rise.

17/11/2025

New insights show why the real key to sustainable growth isn’t deeper discounts — it’s smarter customer loyalty.

👉 Loyalty programme members spend 12–18% more
👉 Just a 5% increase in retention can grow profits by up to 95%
👉 Good service and brand connection matter more than price
👉 Data-rich loyalty programmes help retailers personalise offers and keep customers coming back

With loyalty schemes shifting across Australia and New Zealand, now is the time for retailers to rethink how they build long-term customer relationships.

Read the full story and download the white paper from Tranxactor to learn how data-driven loyalty can transform your business: https://buff.ly/023ykbN

13/11/2025

New Zealand SMEs have weathered some challenging years, but the conversations we’re having now suggest real opportunities ahead.

Ahead of our Ready to Rise Business Breakfast, we sat down with three experts who are helping shape the future of Kiwi business, and who will feature on a panel speaking to "Building purpose, protecting value, and powering growth".

🔹 Neil Gaught — International strategist & creator of the Single Organizing Idea (SOI®)
🔹 Kate Wilson — IP strategist & author of The Hidden Mechanics of IP
🔹 Loren Tomlinson — Founder of The Social Collective & digital strategist

👉 Read here, insights from our panellists ahed of the event in Auckland on November 27: https://buff.ly/Y9cCg2N

If you want to hear from these speakers in person, join us at the Ready to Rise Business Breakfast, where they’ll unpack the ideas helping SMEs rise and thrive.
🎟 Tickets & event details: https://buff.ly/k5Xny5E

11/11/2025

How is AI reshaping recruitment, and what does it mean for the human touch?

James Atchison-Wootton from Robert Walters reveals how AI is helping recruiters work smarter and build stronger human connections.

James will also be joining a panel discussion hosted by the British New Zealand Business Association at AUT on 20 November, where NZBusiness Editor David Nothling-Demmer will moderate a conversation on how to turn innovation into real-world impact.

👉 Read the article: https://buff.ly/0wYQ9dz
👉 Find out more or register for the event: www.bnzba.co.nz

10/11/2025

🏉 From Warrior to entrepreneur 💼

When Awen Guttenbeil swapped the rugby league field for the construction industry, he brought with him the discipline, teamwork, and winning mindset that defined his sporting career.

Today he leads Passive Fire NZ, setting new standards in fire safety and business culture.
Discover how Awen turned his sporting lessons into business success in our series The Ownership Journey.

👉 Read the full story: https://buff.ly/8x5i51m

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