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Is there such a thing as over-automation? The need for a human touch
Automating your key systems is the way to turn your enterprise into a 21st century, digital business. But are we getting carried away with automation? And could we be systemising areas which could benefit from ..
How to handle annual close-downs
If you usually close down over Christmas or you’re thinking about it for the first time, doing it properly is important. For most of us Xmas is a hectic time. Work and personal commitments escalate ..
Changes to Trusts
Trusts are a hot topic right now, especially with the likelihood of an increase in the trustee tax rate after the election, recent changes to trust disclosure rules, and Inland Revenue seeking input on an ..
What does the employment law landscape look like for the next three years?
Now that there is certainty as to our Government for the next three years, we can also be sure that there will likely be some significant changes to the treatment of employees and employers under ..
How a trusted business advisor can boost your accountability and success
As a business owner, you have a lot of responsibilities and challenges to deal with. You have to set goals, make decisions, manage your time, lead your team, and grow your business. You also have ..
Our time at the Gap Conference and Awards
Ever thought spending two days with 500 accountants could be exhilarating? Our recent experience at the Gap Reunion conference in Wellington was beyond expectations! You might think that if we told our friends we ..
Safeguard your business: A warning on the dangers of spam and fraud
In today's digital age, where technology plays a pivotal role in business operations, the threat of spam and fraud has become increasingly prevalent. Business owners must remain vigilant and proactive to protect their enterprises ..
Plain english guide to profit and loss
Here's our Plain English guide to profit and loss and what this report reveals about your finances. What is profit and loss? Your profit and loss statement is commonly called your ‘P&L’. It’s also sometimes ..
We’re finalists! – BSI People Skills Ltd Business Culture Excellence Awards
We're stoked to share the exciting news that Sidekick has been chosen as a finalist for the BSI People Skills Ltd Business Culture Excellence Award! This remarkable achievement is a tribute to our extraordinary Sidekick ..
Common employment agreement mistakes
Every employee in NZ must have a written employment agreement, whether they are full-time, part-time or casual. As the fundamental legal document between an employer and an employee, the employment agreement sets out the terms ..
How much should you pay yourself?
Being the boss means you get to make all the big decisions about your business – including how much to pay yourself in wages, salary or drawings. As the owner, you might need to underpay ..
10 hot questions to ask yourself as a business owner
Running a busy and successful business means you often don’t have the time to step back and work ON the business. This can be a challenge if your aim is to grow and scale the ..
What will a National-led government mean for your taxes?
We don’t yet know exactly how the new National-led coalition government will be formed. But we do know that National pledged to make some major changes to tax if it came into power. Here are ..
Getting in control of your inventory – to unlock efficiency and cashflow
As a manufacturing or product-based business, efficient stock management is a big part of running a smooth operation. But the way we manage stock and inventory has changed radically in the past decade, in no ..
How running a lean business model improves your cashflow and efficiency
Keeping your operational expenses under control, while also remaining efficient and meeting customer demand can be a challenge – one that can catch out many new business owners. This is why running your enterprise using ..
Sidekick Conference 2023 – Hanmer Springs
Last week, the entire Sidekick Group traveled from all corners of the South Island and met up in Hanmer Springs for our annual conference! Day 1 kicked off with the directors arriving early for ..
Client Spotlights
Client Spotlight: Tristian McDonald Photography
My name is Tristian, and I'm based in Albert Town. I originally come from Scotland and have been living in the Wanaka area, on and off, for the past 14 years. I share this beautiful ..
Client Spotlight: Foothills Engineering Services
Foothill Engineering Services have recently Partnered with Coastal Offroad - High Clearance Offroad Vehicle Armour for your 4x4, Foothills are now the Assigned Local Agent, Manufacture and Installer for Coastal Offroad in Nz and Australian ..
Client Spotlight: Pickup Media
Recently Demetri from Queenstown interviewed their client Pickup Media, this is what they had to say. "Pickup Media is a professional videography & photography service based in Queenstown, New Zealand, with over eight years of ..
Client Spotlight: 2B Connected
Client Spotlight: 2B Connected 2B Connected is an outsourced call centre provider who specialise in helping businesses generate more leads for their business utilising their tele-marketing and digital teams. They can also help ..
Client Spotlight: Zen Builders
Client Spotlight: Zen Builders ZEN Builders is a locally owned and operated construction business. ZEN help you with renovations and alterations, big or small, as well as structural work, maintenance, and new builds. ..
Client Spotlight: Hail
Hail is a fresh and exciting marketing platform that is your one-stop-shop for creating and sharing amazing digital communications. With minimal setup required you'll slash your print budget, save the planet and be sharing beautiful, ..
Client Spotlight: CarMoney
We love seeing a business that does things better and different and Greg's business, in the incredibly competitive and cut-throat Vehicle Finance space, has a lot of unique challenges that makes breaking into the industry ..
Client Spotlight: Mt. Hutt Lodge
Mt Hutt Lodge, run by Butch and Jo Stern, is perched on the banks of the Rakaia river and overlooking Mt Hutt. While it's a stunning location (as you can see from the photos below) ..
Client Spotlight: Fairlie Bakehouse
Nestled in the heart of the Mackenzie Country, a team of busy pie makers keep the cabinet filled with our twist on classic Kiwi fare. Known for our famous ‘Fairlie Pies’, the team at the ..
Client Spotlight: Antony & Mates
Antony & Mates is a modern agency with old-school flair, helping clients engage with budding consumer markets, building deep-rooted brand trust and preference. They offer content, website, creative/design and strategy services. Social Media marketing is not ..
Client Spotlight: Lyttelton Lights
Lyttelton Lights was founded by Laura Frankenschmidt in the kitchen of her small cottage in Lyttelton, Christchurch in 2015. Laura's passion for fragrances and her entrepreneurial drive have since grown the business into one of ..
Client Spotlight: Epic Learning NZ
Epic Learning is a small business that punches well above its weight. The team creates custom-made training and professional development solutions that catapult their clients into the digital age. These solutions can be as small ..
