Features

Why consumers prefer responsible businesses

- March 23, 2017 3 MIN READ

According to research conducted by Nielson, global consumers are willing to put their money where their heart is. Online consumers are becoming fast attracted to purchasing products and services that facilitate positive environmental and social impacts. Here are five interesting findings that illustrate why global consumers are favouring more ethical small businesses. People will pay more Fifty-five… Read more »

Growth

8 killer retail success tips

- March 13, 2017 3 MIN READ

Every small business wants to make each year better than the last, so here are some ways you can build from last year’s performance to keep upping the ante. Upgrade outdated technology Examine the technologies you have in your business and see if any of them could use an upgrade. If you find that your tools are… Read more »

Influencers

Flick Electric Co: Putting power in the hands of the people

- October 10, 2016 5 MIN READ

Electricity is usually in the hands of the big guys, but this small venture from Wellington is putting power back in the hands of consumers and helping us little guys give fixed electricity prices the final flick. Harnessing the potential of metering technology, they’re disrupting the traditional sales model and giving greater transparency behind usage and pricing.… Read more »