Who doesn’t love a sale? But should you be discounting your products or services this season? In 1886, Coca-Cola inventor John Pemberton had so much trouble selling his new drink that his bookkeeper started handing out tickets for free samples. Pemberton was not happy about the extravagance. But soon after, Atlanta businessman Asa Candler, who […]
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Do I need to register for GST?
GST is a tax that’s added to most goods and services sold in New Zealand. It was introduced in 1986 at a rate of 10% as part of the “Rogernomics” reforms under Minister of Finance Roger Douglas. The GST rate rose to 12.5% in 1989 and 15% in 2010, where it has remained ever since. […]
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What is dropshipping, and should you do it?
Dropshipping is a way of selling products online without needing to buy or store any inventory. Instead, you pass customer orders directly to your supplier, who packs and ships the goods on your behalf. Is dropshipping right for you? Let’s examine the pros and cons. Pro: Low set-up and operating costs Because you don’t need […]
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The best video conferencing tools
With remote working becoming more and more popular video conferencing is becoming a must. It’s increasingly likely that not all of your team members will be in the office simultaneously. Getting everyone together for a staff meeting may not be as easy as it once was – unless you do it virtually. Thankfully, there are […]
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Which eCommerce platform is best for my online store?
Setting up an online store is more complex than simply creating a website and displaying your products on it. You’ll need a tool that manages inventory, collects shipping information, applies discounts, processes payments, integrates with your CRM software, and so on. Thankfully, there’s a wide range of eCommerce solutions available to help you run your […]
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