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What’s holding your business back?

There’s a thorn in the side of every business owner, a bugbear – something that’s a constant reminder that your business is not quite there yet. It’s that “If only” niggle that prevents you from fully reaching your business potential…
Anna
July 13, 2021
Business

Cutting costs to grow your business

In tough economic times, businesses are often forced to cut costs just to stay afloat. By using Bartercard in your business, you can turn cost-cutting to your advantage! By utilising trade dollars, you get to keep more cash in your…
Anna
July 13, 2021
Business

How To Address Rising Raw Materials Costs

If your company makes a product, whatever it may be, then your raw materials will be one of your biggest expenses and most consequential pulls on your profitability. So, how do you reduce material costs without impacting the quality of…
Anna
June 29, 2021
Business

How to Improve Customer Service Response Times

No customer wants to wait. That’s why customer service response times are a critical measure of your customer service. New and loyal customers alike will expect (and should receive) rapid resolutions and engaged interactions from you. Remember, customer satisfaction is…
Anna
June 22, 2021
Business

Celebrating success in your business

Once you find good staff, you want to keep them. Making your workplace attractive and fun, recognising your employee’s achievements and milestones, while increasing their engagement and sense of camaraderie are all ways to keep your team members feeling happy…
Anna
June 9, 2021
Business

Using Bartercard for Better Business Results

Sometimes an idea comes along that makes great business sense. For many businesses, that great idea is Bartercard! For over 28 years, Bartercard New Zealand has been helping business owners attract new customers, build their business networks and fund capital…
Anna
June 8, 2021
Business

How You Can Get More Feedback from Your Customers

Most business people are acutely aware that customer feedback is crucial to ensure they are increasing customer satisfaction, but how can you get more of it? The goal is to ultimately gain a better understanding of your customers, along with…
Anna
June 4, 2021