About us
Running a small business is hard enough. Finding good advice shouldn't be.
Small businesses are the backbone of New Zealand. They're run by hardworking Kiwis who wear a dozen different hats, make tough decisions and somehow find a way to keep everything moving.
But running a business doesn't come with an instruction manual. That's where Small Business New Zealand comes in.
Practical help, all in one place
Whether you're just getting started, trying to grow, managing people, improving profitability or thinking about eventually stepping back, there's something here for you.
Business guides and downloadable PDFs
Practical information on the challenges business owners face.
Browse the guidesTemplates, checklists and calculators
Useful tools to help you plan, measure and make decisions.
Get the templatesPodcasts and expert insights
Ideas, experiences and advice from people who understand business.
Hear from ownersBusiness surveys and insights
Share what's happening in your business and see the bigger picture.
Have your say
No complicated jargon. Just useful information you can put to work.
Also on the go: our articles, the Help Directory and the exit-readiness scorecard.
Built for New Zealand businesses
There's plenty of business advice on the internet, but much of it comes from overseas and doesn't always reflect the realities of running a business here.
Small Business New Zealand focuses on the challenges, opportunities and everyday experiences of Kiwi business owners. From the sole trader working long hours to the established business employing a team, our aim is to make practical business knowledge easier to find and use.
Why we do it
We believe that when small businesses do better, New Zealand does better. Stronger businesses create jobs, support families, contribute to local communities and give their owners more choices about the future.
Sometimes all it takes is the right information, a fresh perspective or a simple tool to make a real difference. That's why we've made our resources freely available to everyone.
Because good business advice shouldn't be hard to find or expensive to access.
Make yourself at home
Have a look around. Download a guide, try a calculator, watch an owner's story or explore an article that catches your eye. Share anything useful with another business owner.
Small Business New Zealand. Practical help for the people behind Kiwi businesses.
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