Skills development

Skills development

Leadership is about a dynamic understanding of vision, reality, ethics and courage. When the leaders of your business work across all four dimensions, a values driven culture grows and productivity soars.

Whether you believe leadership is a destination or a journey, or whether your focus is building leadership capacity, people skill development or professional development, our experienced facilitators tailor their services to meet your unique business needs.

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10 Sep 2025

Making hay while the sun shines: What farmers should consider in a strong season

After a few lean years, dairy, sheep and beef operations are enjoying fat returns on milk and red meat, while also seeing low interest rates bring down finance costs across the board.

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03 Sep 2025

FBT reform delayed, but digital nomad and FIF changes are coming

Last week the Taxation (Annual Rates for 2025−26, Compliance Simplification, and Remedial Measures) Bill was introduced to Parliament.

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29 Aug 2025

New Zealand to start monitoring and reporting crypto transactions

Up to now people may have assumed Inland Revenue won’t have access to information regarding their use of offshore exchanges to trade cryptocurrencies.

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20 Aug 2025

New Zealand named the number one country in which to start a business

Starting a new business can be an exciting yet challenging journey. Key factors like short start-up times, government policy, tax breaks and low corporate taxes play a crucial role in ensuring success.

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07 Aug 2025

Inland Revenue releases draft statements to help Kiwis avoid tax errors

Inland Revenue continues to produce commentary at pace on key issues, with the latest three draft items covering:

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29 Jul 2025

Grit and good advice: What it takes to run a successful business

Running a successful hospitality business takes more than just a good coffee, a killer scone or a trendy atmosphere. It takes vision, stamina and the ability to bounce back – qualities Simon and Marnie Johnston-Saywell have in spades.

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25 Jul 2025

Some businesses emerge stronger after lean times. Will yours join them?

As we move through 2025, business leaders need a deliberate plan to get through this difficult economic period. Evidence shows that companies which innovate and invest in their people during lean times are the ones that emerge stronger.

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17 Jul 2025

Inland Revenue AI sharpens tax fishhooks in land transactions

As you read this, Inland Revenue’s new AI software tools are trawling Land Information New Zealand’s "Landonline" database.

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10 Jul 2025

Pathways to the APAC Capital Markets – the complete 2025 guide

Are you planning your next move into Asia Pacific’s capital markets? The guide below is your starting point.  Baker Tilly International breaks down the key pathways, regulations and listing criteria across major jurisdictions.

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08 Jul 2025

Proven strategies for developing strong teams in the workplace

A high-performing team is a powerful asset in any organisation. However, studies have found that few organisations rate their leadership team, or any team, as “very effective”.

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19 Jun 2025

AI data-crunching supercharges Inland Revenue’s tax net

Instances that commonly went under-the-radar are now easy pickings for Inland Revenue.

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16 Jun 2025

Business downtime brings opportunities for reflection and growth

In the fast-paced world of business, busy periods often leave little time to step back and evaluate how things are running. But when things slow down, instead of seeing it as a lull, think of it as a unique opportunity.

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