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## [Your Guide to Going Global](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/your-guide-to-going-global)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Jun 11, 2019 12:57:31 PM

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The time has come for you to expand your business horizon and go global. You have a great product and now you want to [get more customers](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/How+Bartercard+Works/Benefits+of+Bartercard/Attract+New+Customers.html) so that everyone will know about it! So, how do you start promoting your business on a global scale?

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/your-guide-to-going-global)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [growing your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/growing-your-business), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [expand your product line](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/expand-your-product-line), [market research](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/market-research), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [build business networks](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/build-business-networks)

## [Using Porter's Five Forces to Understand Your Competition](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/using-porters-five-forces-to-understand-your-competition)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on May 16, 2019 2:05:10 PM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/aerial-man-browsing-photos-on-computer-free-image_cmyk%20(1).jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/using-porters-five-forces-to-understand-your-competition)

Do you have a clear view of who your competitors are? Do you understand how their actions in the marketplace are affecting your profitability and future planning? Being aware of what’s happening around you and what your competitors are up to is fundamental to the survival of any business – big or small. Knowing where your business is at is crucial to stay competitive and [get more customers](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/How+Bartercard+Works/Benefits+of+Bartercard/Attract+New+Customers.html), but what business techniques can help you?

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/using-porters-five-forces-to-understand-your-competition)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [growing your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/growing-your-business), [attracting new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attracting-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash)

## [Why Your Business is at Risk Without Proper Succession Planning](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/why-your-business-is-at-risk-without-proper-succession-planning)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Apr 9, 2019 8:51:32 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/Succession%20Planning.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/why-your-business-is-at-risk-without-proper-succession-planning)

We don’t always like to think too far ahead. Long term [business growth strategies](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/What+is+Bartercard.html) might not be a priority, nor might it be something we particularly enjoy thinking about, but certain outcomes are inevitable in everyone’s life. In short, you won’t run your business forever.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/why-your-business-is-at-risk-without-proper-succession-planning)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [growing your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/growing-your-business), [small business owner](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business-owner), [strategy](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/strategy), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [trade exchange](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/trade-exchange), [succession planning](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/succession-planning)

## [Reduce Your Taxable Income with These Top Tax Tips](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/reduce-your-taxable-income-with-these-top-tax-tips)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Mar 14, 2019 10:26:52 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/Calculator.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/reduce-your-taxable-income-with-these-top-tax-tips)

March 31st is fast approaching, which means the fiscal year is coming to a close and your taxes are due. Businesses with a year-end pending are scrambling to fulfill last minute sales, undertake stocktakes, squeeze in the last expenses, and complete accounts to meet month-end. It’s a busy and stressful time, particularly if you’re a small business owner with fewer resources and limited support.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/reduce-your-taxable-income-with-these-top-tax-tips)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [Cashflow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/cashflow), [Accounting](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/accounting), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [clear excess stock](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/clear-excess-stock), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash)

## [How to Be More Productive at Work (After the Summer break)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/how-to-be-more-productive-at-work-after-the-summer-break)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Jan 28, 2019 1:34:56 PM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/Come%20back%20refreshed%20after%20summer%20break.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/how-to-be-more-productive-at-work-after-the-summer-break)

By now, most of us are back from the Christmas break. We should be refreshed and raring to go for the new year – but often, that’s not the case. As our eyes inevitably drift to the window, we see beautiful blue skies and bright hot sun. The beach is beckoning. But alas, there is work to be done!

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/how-to-be-more-productive-at-work-after-the-summer-break)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [Workplace productivity](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/workplace-productivity), [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash)

## [5 Things to Start Implementing for 2019](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/5-things-to-start-implementing-for-2019)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Jan 4, 2019 11:00:00 AM

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Another year is drawing to a close and as we wind down and prepare for the season’s festivities, it’s a great time to start making plans for what you want your business to achieve in 2019.

It may be time to let go of the old and finally embrace the new. Here are five ways to help kick start your new year... and your business.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/5-things-to-start-implementing-for-2019)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [small business owner](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business-owner), [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/bartercard), [strategy](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/strategy), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business)

## [10 things business owners wish they knew at start-up](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/10-things-business-owners-wish-they-knew-at-start-up)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Dec 26, 2018 11:00:00 AM

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[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/10-things-business-owners-wish-they-knew-at-start-up)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [small business owner](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business-owner), [bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/bartercard), [starting up your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/starting-up-your-business), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [business start-up](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-start-up), [market research](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/market-research)

## [4 Essential Tips to Improve Productivity and Effectiveness for Personal Growth](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/4-essential-tips-to-improve-productivity-and-effectiveness-for-personal-growth)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Dec 20, 2018 8:59:38 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/Time%20cost%20quality.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/4-essential-tips-to-improve-productivity-and-effectiveness-for-personal-growth)

With Christmas just around the corner, office parties, and end of year targets to meet, it’s no wonder we end up spinning many different plates and wind up exhausted both physically and mentally. Between booze and [business growth strategies](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/What+is+Bartercard.html), it can sometimes feel like we’re drowning under the pressure.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/4-essential-tips-to-improve-productivity-and-effectiveness-for-personal-growth)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [Workplace productivity](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/workplace-productivity), [Productivity](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/productivity), [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [strategy](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/strategy)

## [3 Ways Bartercard Can Help You Maximise Customers and Cashflow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/3-ways-bartercard-can-help-you-maximise-customers-and-cashflow)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Dec 10, 2018 12:33:37 PM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/3%20ways%20to%20max%20cashflow.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/3-ways-bartercard-can-help-you-maximise-customers-and-cashflow)

Empty seats to fill? Want to [get more customers](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/How+Bartercard+Works/Benefits+of+Bartercard/Attract+New+Customers.html) and boost cashflow in your restaurant or bar? Looking to leverage your business network to increase business profits?

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/3-ways-bartercard-can-help-you-maximise-customers-and-cashflow)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [small business new zealand](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business-new-zealand), [growing your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/growing-your-business), [attracting new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attracting-new-customers), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow)

## [The Changing Face of Tourism: Part 1](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/the-changing-face-of-tourism-part-1)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Dec 6, 2018 11:25:26 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/fiji%20stock.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/the-changing-face-of-tourism-part-1)

Over the next few weeks we are running a series of articles looking at the changing face of tourism in a fast-evolving market.  These articles are written by Bartercard’s National Manager of Tourism and Travel Mark Ferszt who has over 20 years of industry experience, and feature in [PATA](https://www.pata.org/)’s (Pacific Asia Travel Association) Issues and Trends 2018. 

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/the-changing-face-of-tourism-part-1)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [online travel agents](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/online-travel-agents), [tourism](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/tourism), [travel](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/travel)

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