Staging is key
Real estate in Christchurch has certainly become a “buyers’ market” so what does this mean to those choosing to sell a home today? Home buyers today tend to be prudent, and in order to sell a home they need to be motivated to love your property, says Annette Pendergast of Mike Pero Real Estate. “Advantages […]
Build your brand
Whether you’re a new business or have been around for a while, having an easily identifiable, relevant brand is key for marketing and business success. Having a brand that doesn’t reflect who you are can hinder you from getting new customers through the door. Recently I worked with a new client who felt like their […]
Leading the way
Five emerging directors from the Canterbury region have been recognised for 2022. The Emerging Director Award was established by the Institute of Directors (IoD) to foster the development of upcoming talent in governance and leadership across business and the community sectors. The award recognises executives, managers, directors and individuals who are at the early stages of their governance careers. The […]
Invaluable financial advice: Alistair Bean & Associates
You’ve made a decision to use the services of a financial adviser and invest wisely. With the guidance of your financial adviser, you’ve completed a fact find, a risk assessment and decided what your goals and aims are for the short, medium and longer-term. However, you then have to continue to make regular decisions going […]
First impressions: Michael Jenkins, Metros Marketing
Most people have heard the term “first impressions count”. Whether it’s going for a job interview, opening the doors to your new business, or meeting someone new, people will judge you within seconds. The same goes for your digital presence; more specifically, your website. As consumers, we have different needs and desires when it comes […]
Choose carefully: PB Employment Law
A former client finally settled her personal grievance after 2½ years of litigation. The key (money) terms was that she received $20,000 and her employment advocate received $65,000. I kid you not! Naturally, she is very upset at this outcome and wonders if anything can be done. The short version is no. She signed the […]
Challenges and rewards: Fernanda Hammett
Fernanda Hammett was just 17 when she left her friends and family in San Paulo, bound for Christchurch, New Zealand. English was not her first language and she knew few people beyond her homestay family. It was a tough time. Her positive ‘can-do’ attitude, engaging personality and competitive spirit saw her thrive. Not only did […]
Skills for better work places
Learning how to hone recruitment skills and create positive workplaces is just a click away, thanks to an innovative online MicroMasters programme. The Organizational Psychology MicroMasters programme is unique in New Zealand and already attracting a global following on UCx – the University of Canterbury’s online learning platform. A free online learning resource, UC’s new […]
Lock them away: Commonwealth Vault
A solid contents insurance policy is a must for most of us. It enables us to leave home for long periods of time knowing that if the worst should happen, we would be able to replace our consumer goods. The niggling fear usually comes when we consider the irreplaceable possessions. The heirlooms we are entrusted […]
Rise of the chatbots
Chatbots, or business virtual customer relations staff, are now taking over much of big business, AI Forum NZ executive director Madeline Newman says. Banks, insurance companies, Spark, Vodafone, energy companies and councils all have chatbots to deal with people’s inquiries, she says, adding that Tower insurance’s chatbot Charlie answers 10,000 utterances a day, or about […]
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