Starting up

There are lots of things to think about when you start a new business. Here are some tips and resources to help you set off on the right foot.

Researching the viability of your new business idea

3 minute read

Before you start your business, it’s useful to collect evidence that potential customers want what you’re offering and there is demand. We have a few ways to help you do this.

Identifying your business model

3 minute read

A business model is the way your business runs and generates revenue. Find out which model might be best for your business and if there’s potential to have more than one.

Pitching to new investors

4 minute read

Pitching to raise funding can be a nerve-racking experience. Here are some top tips to really impress the panel.

Murray Thom’s top pitching tips

3 minute read

Serial entrepreneur Murray Thom offers a number of tips for business owners looking to get people on board with their idea.

The importance of advisors for small businesses

4 minute read

An Advisory Board can provide valuable input to any business, and fuel growth. Here’s how you can tell whether your Advisory Board is cutting the mustard, and what can happen to businesses who choose to fly solo.

Choosing a business partner

3 minute read

Having a business partner can have many benefits, but it also requires a serious commitment. Here are some tips for finding the right match for you and your business.

Successful networking for small business

3 minute read

Starting a small business can mean leaving behind support networks. Read how to make the most of your networking opportunities while also finding new ones.

Calculating the cost to start your business

3 minute read

Once you’ve got a business idea in mind it’s handy to know how much money you’ll need to get up and running.

Your pre-start business checklist

3 minute read

Use this handy checklist to help make sure you’re on the right track before you go into business.

Engineered to win: five business design essentials

3 minute read

Whether you’re starting out or striving for the next level, these five essential tips will help you to design a winning business.

Taking the first steps to becoming a sustainably focused small business

5 minute read

Whether you’re a new or established small business, implementing sustainable practices can help reduce your business’s impact on people and planet, manage risk, and attract more customers.

Defining your unique selling proposition

3 minute read

Your unique selling point (USP) helps create competitive advantage by explaining why a customer would choose your business over another. Find out which USPs may be relevant to your business.

Take your first step towards customer centricity

4 minute read

Customer centricity is a buzzword in business – but what does it really mean? And how can it best be applied to drive business growth?

Create a marketing plan in seven simple steps

4 minute read

Help improve your return on investment and maximise your time and resources by developing a marketing plan you can stick to.

Five pricing strategies to help make a profit

3 minute read

Getting your pricing right when you’re starting out is never easy. Here are five ways to help you improve your chances of making a profit.

Financing a business without tangible assets

3 minute read

Tim Wixon, Head of Tech Industry at BNZ, works alongside a range of high growth clients. In this article, Tim will share a few tips on how to finance a business without tangible assets.

How to fund your new business

4 minute read

Capital is essential for any new business, and if you’re an ambitious business owner you’ll no doubt have big plans that will require some financial backing.

How to buy a business

4 minute read

Acquiring a business is a big decision, and one few people will make more than once or twice in their lifetime. Here are some tips to help you find the right business for you.

Setting up your agribusiness for long-term sustainability and success

4 minute read

Find out about some of the opportunities to consider to ensure your agribusiness is geared for success, both today and for future generations of New Zealand producers.