The following pages are designed to assist you – the business owner – in learning more about certain areas of business ownership and operation. Each page offers the basics on a business-related topic and provides links to free resources and local businesses that can assist you in this area.
Starting a Business
A repository of guides, templates and information on how to successfully start a business.
Marketing
How do you get customers to know you exist? Once they do, how can you get them to spend with you? Find out here.
Systems and Processes
Tools, resources and links that will help the administrative side of your business hum.
Funding and Investment
Need money to start, grow or re-invent your business? Here are some possible avenues.
Your Finances
Cashflow is the lifeblood of every business. Browse tools and strategies to help you manage your day to day finances.
HR: Managing Staff Well
Staff can make or break your business. Know your obligations when employing others.
Data
Data helps you make good decisions, understand the wider picture of your industry and validate your plans. We've compiled some key data for North Canterbury businesses.
Growing Your Business
Learn how to successfully grow your business, locally or through exporting.
Sustainability in Business
It might take some up-front investment, but reducing your impact on the world is likely to save you money in the longer term as well as make your brand more attractive.
Farm Diversification
Assistance, studies, resources and potential paths to market for those looking to grow crops.
Social Enterprise
Starting a social enterprise is a noble goal. But what exactly is a social enterprise and how do you go about setting one up?
Managing Decline
What do you do when things are not going as you wanted them to? This page provides information and resources to help with decisionmaking.
Exiting Your Business
Whether selling or walking away, there are a number of things you can do to maximise profit and minimise loss.
