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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Website Copywriting – The thing your customers want you to answer
Regardless of whether your small business is selling products or services copywriting is important, there’s one question that the majority of your customers want you to answer. “What’s in it for me?” When you’re writing content for your website, keeping this question front of mind will help you produce website copy that generates sales. The […]
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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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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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How to start an online business with no money
We’ve all heard the online business success stories. Hewlett Packard and Google started in a garage. So did 42 Below Vodka. Great ventures often have humble beginnings and frugal budgets. So if you’re keen to start your own online business, don’t be discouraged by a lack of funds. It’s still possible to get up and […]
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