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If you have an important event coming up, you want everything to be perfect. Every little detail needs to be just right, so that you, your guests and anyone else involved has the experience of a lifetime. Whether it’s a wedding, an anniversary or a corporate event such as functions and marketing campaigns, Collective Concepts offers a range of professional services that will turn any event into an unforgettable affair. Founder Kate Blundell has an extensive background in Hospitality and International Hotel Management, combining all the necessary skills and expertise to cater for events of any size throughout New Zealand. Her approach is to create a world-class experience by providing all of her clients with stunning locations, locally inspired food and beverages and exceptional service. No two events are the same, a local team of experts and specialised contractors makes sure that each occasion is customised to the client’s specific needs and requirements. With their inno…

Walking around any New Zealand city, you would likely have seen stickers in the windows of buildings rating their safety in the case of an earthquake. But what of other risks to public safety? Did you know that all buildings in New Zealand are required to complete a Building Warrant of Fitness annually? How safe is your building? It is vital to ensure that your building is in the best possible condition at all times. A building Warrant of Fitness (bWoF) certifies that your building meets all of your public safety obligations. This post outlines what you need to know to complete one. Let’s get started. What is a bWOF? Before we look at why you may need a bWoF for your building, it is perhaps best to first explain what a bWoF actually is. A building warrant of fitness, (bWOF) is an endorsement which is issued by councils to owners of commercial and industrial buildings. It is subject to certain conditions being met and certifies that a building owner has met all of th…

Succession will affect every business at some point. It is completely inevitable, and yet so many businesses don’t have adequate plans in place. As our baby boomers reach retirement age and the mass exodus of skilled young workers continues, succession will remain an important issue. Whether you’re planning an exit or not, succession planning gives you the best chance of being financially independent at your desired retirement age, to carefully pass your clients on to a successor, to prepare for catastrophes and to realise maximum value in all scenarios. If managed properly this is your opportunity to create wealth in your business. The benefits of succession planning: Choose when you wish to retire Minimise disruption for your clients Maintain continuity of employment for staff Maintain suppliers’ credit terms Retain the confidence of banks and financiers Manage lease and loan liabilities properly Reduce the pain of a forced retirement Avoid confl…

Does your company culture make the most of your key staff? In the current state of the business world is your business performing well? A strong, innovative leadership has a flow on effect on the staff in your business bringing out the best in them. Knowing that they are valued will motivate them and promote a strong business culture where their thoughts and ideas can make a difference to their firm. Is fear holding your key staff back? Fear in the workplace comes in many guises from being made redundant to making a simple mistake, even everyday complaints, public speaking or conflict can cause fear. Having clear and consistent communication with staff can go a long way to relieving stress in this area. Talk to and listen to what your staff has to say thus establishing mutual trust, awareness of problems and collaboration, this will solidify a good business relationship whereby both sides of the management team feel they can have input into the business. This will foster …

If you’re working in a trade industry, chances are one or more of your tools operate with air pressure. Particularly compressors and other air tools such as staplers or nail guns are handy to have - if they work properly. To ensure you get the most out of them for a long period of time, regular servicing is highly recommended.

Waiting until something breaks can burn a deep hole into your wallet. Servicing neither costs a lot of time nor money, but it’s an investment in the future of your business. Imagine the hassle, expenses and loss of profit if your air compressor fails on a job site and you have to shut down for the day while it’s being repaired or replaced. Regular maintenance can save you a lot of headaches.AirConnect is a locally owned and operated business in Whangarei that puts customers’ needs first. The team specialises in air compressors of any size and kind, pneumatic products such as nail guns and staplers and general engineering. Whether you’re …

Do you take pride in your personal appearance and find joy in helping others, making them relax and showing them their true beauty potential? Why not become a beauty therapist? The demand in beauty-related services is growing, and you can either go broad or specialise in an area that interests you most.

Beauty therapists offer a range of services for face, hair and body, such as facials, scrubs and massages, as well as manicures, pedicures and hair removal. Spray-tanning and makeup applications can also be part of the job description. There are ample opportunities for beauty therapists in New Zealand, and the more training and experience you have, the higher your chances of finding well-paid employment. As a beauty therapist you can also start your own business and set your own rules, creating the lifestyle you always wanted.

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In order to become successful and establish a recurring client base, you need to have the right skills and knowle…