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Save cash, go digital!

It’s a challenging time for businesses. The uncertainty of lockdowns, restrictions and the ever-changing rules around COVID-19 make it difficult for even the most astute business owner to stay ahead, or even keep their doors open. More and more business…
Anna
September 15, 2021
Business

How to Deal with Unhappy Customers

Many of us have had to deal with unhappy customers as part of our business dealings, and it’s never easy. However, if we know what to say at the right time, the situation can usually be saved. In fact, we…
Anna
September 6, 2021
Business

How to Survive Yo-Yo Effect of Lockdowns

Even into the back half of 2021, COVID-19 continues to severely impact businesses across New Zealand as we ride out another lockdown. As we’ve yo-yoed from lockdown to lockdown, we need a survival strategy in place to give us the…
Anna
August 25, 2021
Business

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