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Revitalising Your Business Mojo: Tips to Overcome Stagnation and Rekindle Passion

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In the dynamic world of business, it’s not uncommon to encounter periods of stagnation. Whether it’s due to market changes,…

Why I Joined: The Bored George Story

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Introduction: Today many of us look for sustainable fashion and few brands embody this better than Bored George Sunglasses. Founded…

Removing Bottlenecks: Are You Hindering Your Own Business’s Growth?

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In the fast-paced world of business, especially in New Zealand, growth is essential for survival. Yet, many businesses struggle to…

Why I Joined: The Getting Lost Story

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Introduction: In the diverse world of business, some ideas stand out for their creativity and ability to capture the imagination. Getting…

Balancing Act: Achieving Work/Life Harmony in a Demand-Driven World

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In today’s fast-paced, demand-driven world, finding a balance between work and personal life can seem like a never-ending struggle. As…

Self-Reflection in Business: Are You the Problem or the Solution?

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In the busy world of business, it's easy to focus on outside factors when things don't go as planned. However,…

Decoding the Staff Turnover Challenge: Why Good Employees Leave and How to Keep Them

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In today's workplaces, keeping talented employees is crucial but can be challenging for businesses. When good employees leave, it hurts…

The Staff Training Dilemma: Balancing Efficiency with Employee Development

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In the dynamic world of business, the significance of staff training cannot be overstated. It serves as the foundation for…

Why I Joined: The Black Lime Story

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Introduction: Scott Douglas from Black Lime has been an active member of the Auckland Business Chamber since 2022. His business,…

Immigration Update – June 2024

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Contributed by: Arunima Dhingra - Director & Licensed Immigration Adviser at Aims Global and Chair of NZAMI Immigration in New…

Why I Joined: The Belinda Bullock Photography Story

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Introduction: Amidst personal and professional disruption, Belinda Bullock transformed her passion into a thriving business. Following a redundancy from Air…

The Staff Training Dilemma: Balancing Efficiency with Employee Development

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In the competitive landscape of modern business, staff training emerges as a critical yet complex component of organisational success. The…

Building a Dream Team: Tips for Attracting, Onboarding, and Retaining Top Talent

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A team comprised of top talent can drive innovation, boost productivity, and will bring your organisation to new heights. However,…

Dark Clouds Hang Over the Economy – Business Confidence Survey

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Our latest survey is out! According to the results, dark clouds hang over the economy, leaving Auckland businesses very gloomy.…

Why We Joined: The WaHiki Coconut Creamery Story

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Introduction: Amid Auckland’s bustling business scene, WaHiki Coconut Creamery (Wahiki), under the visionary leadership of founder and managing director Haman…

Creating a capable team: tips for attracting, onboarding, and retaining top talent

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Building a capable team is essential for the success of any organisation. With the right strategies and approach, businesses can…

What’s New in 2024: An Immigration Update for Employers

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Contributed by: Arunima Dhingra – Director & Licensed Immigration Adviser at Aims Global and Chair of NZAMI.   1. Latest…

Taking the Leap: Understanding when and how to scale your business

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In the world of entrepreneurship, there comes a time when the decision to scale your business becomes inevitable. Scaling is…

Three sectors can transform Auckland into a Global Tech Hub – report

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A renewed focus on growing three technology sectors - CreativeTech, Fintech and HealthTech - could transform Auckland into a world-class…

Battling Imposter Syndrome in Business: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Thriving

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Imposter syndrome is a common phenomenon that many individuals, including business professionals, grapple with. It's that nagging feeling of inadequacy,…

Navigating Overwhelming Times: Strategies to Prevent Burnout and Stay Productive

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Life can be overwhelming at times. Whether it's due to a demanding job, personal responsibilities, or unexpected challenges, we all…

Building Strong Management Skills: Steps to Grow as an Effective Business Leader

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You don't have to be a business dynamo to lead well. Today, empathy and trust are among the most important…

Your Immigration Guide for September 2023 – The Latest in Immigration for Businesses

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We are six weeks away from elections, have a relatively new Minister of Immigration, and all things immigration are buzzing.…

Wage subsidy for employees creates a cost to business

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While the wage subsidy is a much-appreciated lifeline to help retain employment for staff, employers must still top up the…

Auckland University wins ICC Mediation Competition

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The University of Auckland took out the final at the 2021 Mediation Competition in February 2021 after 100 mock mediations.…

Ebba Petersen

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Ebba Petersen was at home having some repair work done when she had a lightbulb moment. While chatting with the…

Minimum Wage 2021 Increase Employer Information

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As of 1 April 2021, new minimum wage rates before tax came into effect. Find the information you need regarding…

From Flying the Skies to Following a Passion

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Belinda Bullock not only found motivation and strength in the face of adversity, but also found her new career.   After…

Waitangi Day Employer Information

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NB: This information was provided by Employment New Zealand This year, Waitangi Day falls on Saturday 6 February and is…

It’s not just rubbish!

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Many New Zealanders’ perception of waste management is of piled up landfills hounded by circling seagulls! The reality, as highlighted…
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In the Chamber – December 2020 Update

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Woop, woop, they’ve done it!

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Food-kit leaders Woop have been recognised for their super star growth trajectory. After smashing their targets in a competitive market, they were…
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In the Chamber | November 2020 Update

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Welcome to our November In the Chamber update. Read on to find out how we can support you as we close out…

Fun in the Skies leads to Westpac Auckland Business Award

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It could safely be said that not many businesses entered lockdown as spectacularly as Skydive Auckland. Their staff jumped into Waiheke Island…

Changing lives through employment

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It’s an incredibly important part of what we do and stand for. Here at Auckland Business Chamber, we’re supporting our…

The benefits of using a mentor for your business.

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Running a business has its challenges. Many business owners have some strengths, but they also often have gaps in the…

Accessing the world’s largest market through Hong Kong

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The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area is made up of a world-class cluster of nine major cities in Guangdong province…

China Chill – are we turning this into something it’s not?

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Do our much-publicised drop-offs in activities and numbers across various areas with China have more to do with market forces…

Mindfulness in the workplace

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Mindfulness doesn’t teach us to manage our stress, it teaches us to stop making it!  Through a simple and scientifically…

GridALK – A hub for innovation

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‘Start-ups and SMEs can be hard work when you’re sitting at the kitchen table or alone in the garden shed.…

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