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title: Bartercard Blog | Bartercard Updates | small business (3)
description: small business | Bartercard Blog | Bartercard Updates (3)
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## [Product Line Expansion: What Diversification Means for Your Business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/product-line-expansion-what-diversification-means-for-your-business)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Sep 23, 2019 12:45:57 PM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/Product%20line%20expansion.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/product-line-expansion-what-diversification-means-for-your-business)

Do you know what Apple Inc, General Motors and Amazon have in common? Except for the fact that they are amongst the most successful companies in the world, there is one more thing – they continue to add new products to their existing portfolio. Despite being giants in their own right, they know the value that [product line expansion](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/How+Bartercard+Works/Benefits+of+Bartercard.html) brings to business and are constantly looking for opportunities to develop a new line of product.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/product-line-expansion-what-diversification-means-for-your-business)

 Topics: [business strategies](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-strategies), [expand your product line](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/expand-your-product-line), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [unrealised potential](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/unrealised-potential), [increase sales](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-sales)

## [The Benefits of Bartercard as an Additional Income Stream](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/the-benefits-of-bartercard-as-an-additional-income-stream)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Sep 12, 2019 9:59:52 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/Women%20networking.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/the-benefits-of-bartercard-as-an-additional-income-stream)

Very few businesses in the world would willingly say “no” to more sales. After all, businesses exist to [increase profit](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/How+Bartercard+Works/Benefits+of+Bartercard.html), and business owners and employees are working to earn a living and support their families. However, generating those additional sales can be a major challenge. Clients don’t just fall into our laps. Often, you have to invest a lot of time and effort in marketing before you see any results.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/the-benefits-of-bartercard-as-an-additional-income-stream)

 Topics: [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), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash), [build business networks](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/build-business-networks), [business blog](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-blog), [increase sales](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-sales), [barter](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/barter), [networking](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/networking)

## [Embracing Change to Grow Your Business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/embracing-change-to-grow-your-business)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Aug 12, 2019 9:43:44 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/planning-620299_1280.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/embracing-change-to-grow-your-business)

Building a business into a stable, profitable enterprise takes an enormous amount of time, effort, investment, and resources. For that reason, it probably comes as no surprise that many business owners become very cautious about making major changes once they do achieve such stability and profitability. Unfortunately, those instincts can get in the way of their business’ continued growth and long-term success.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/embracing-change-to-grow-your-business)

 Topics: [growing your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/growing-your-business), [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [strategy](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/strategy), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [increase sales](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-sales), [business needs](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-needs)

## [Using Trade Dollars To Benefit Your Business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/using-trade-dollars-to-benefit-your-business)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Jul 4, 2019 9:29:30 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/profits-1953616_1280.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/using-trade-dollars-to-benefit-your-business)

Many Bartercard members are shining examples of how the network’s cashless currency of Trade Dollars can be utilised to benefit their business and lifestyle. Maximising cash flow, [retaining customers](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/About+Us.html), and keeping stock moving are all important elements of any business, so using Trade Dollars to buy and sell goods and services can offer a wealth of advantages for business owners.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/using-trade-dollars-to-benefit-your-business)

 Topics: [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [fill downtime](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/fill-downtime), [clear excess stock](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/clear-excess-stock), [improve lifestyle](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/improve-lifestyle), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash), [trade exchange](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/trade-exchange), [spare capacity](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/spare-capacity), [build business networks](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/build-business-networks)

## [Bartercard Member Story: Lifetime Dynamics](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-lifetime-dynamics)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on May 30, 2019 1:56:27 PM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/consulting-3055704_1280.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-lifetime-dynamics)

Lifetime Dynamics is a consultancy business based in Melbourne, Australia.  With over 25 years’ experience, owner and founder Robert Borg is a business strategist who provides direction, guidance, motivation, and results. Whether it’s your career, sales, business or your own personal journey you need advice on Borg and Lifetime Dynamics have a proven record of success.   

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-lifetime-dynamics)

 Topics: [strategy](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/strategy), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash), [spare capacity](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/spare-capacity), [build business networks](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/build-business-networks), [goals](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/goals)

## [Bartercard Member Story: Marg Farrell of The Design Project](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-marg-farrell-of-the-design-project)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on May 30, 2019 1:50:24 PM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/The%20Design%20Project.png)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-marg-farrell-of-the-design-project)

 

The Design Project manufactures and imports bespoke furniture for interior residential designers, supplying indoor and outdoor furniture solutions for hotels motels, restaurants, campus’, from materials including timber, plywood, aluminium, steel, glass and rattan.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-marg-farrell-of-the-design-project)

 Topics: [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), [buyer demand](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/buyer-demand), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers)

## [Bartercard Member Story: Allure Nails is a Trade Dollars Success](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-allure-nails-is-a-trade-dollars-success)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Apr 30, 2019 12:23:50 PM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/nail-varnish-2171194_960_720.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-allure-nails-is-a-trade-dollars-success)

In this Bartercard member update, we hear from [Allure Nails](https://www.allurenailstudio.co.nz/) who have been a member for 11 years now and have had no difficulty spending their trade dollars.

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bartercard-member-story-allure-nails-is-a-trade-dollars-success)

 Topics: [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash), [spare capacity](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/spare-capacity), [build business networks](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/build-business-networks)

## [A Member Story – Evanco Mechanical](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/a-member-story-evanco-mechanical)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Apr 18, 2019 10:02:35 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/Evanco%20Mechanical.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/a-member-story-evanco-mechanical)

The following is a testimonial from [Bartercard](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/) member Stuart Evans of Evanco Mechanical.

#### Member Story: Evanco Mechanical

We are a family owned and operated business, my daughter runs the office and is also a mechanic apprentice in the workshop, and my wife, Natasha also works within the business. Evanco Mechanical started off in my back shed in 2004 where I was a mobile mechanic.  We then expanded and moved to Strickland Street, Bunbury in 2006 and have been operating in these premises ever since.  

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/a-member-story-evanco-mechanical)

 Topics: [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [increase cash flow](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-cash-flow), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [trade exchange](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/trade-exchange), [business blog](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/business-blog)

## [What is Discounting Costing You?](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/what-is-discounting-costing-you)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Apr 18, 2019 9:19:51 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/10%20percent%20off.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/what-is-discounting-costing-you)

Everyone likes a bargain.  Why pay full price for something when you can receive a discount?  This is why discount websites are gaining popularity.  They’re great for the consumer, but are they good for the merchant and small business owner?  As a small business owner, have you worked out the real cost of discounting and the impact it will have on your business? Daily deal websites charge a fee of approximately 15-20% of the sale price and stipulate that the offer presented must be at least 50% off the original sale price. 

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/what-is-discounting-costing-you)

 Topics: [growing your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/growing-your-business), [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [buyer demand](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/buyer-demand), [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), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash), [branding](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/branding), [discounting](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/discounting)

## [Bakers Delight – Rising to the Top with Bartercard (A Conversation with Ryan Kirkham)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bakers-delight-rising-to-the-top-with-bartercard-a-conversation-with-ryan-kirkham)

 Posted by [Bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/author/bartercard) on Apr 18, 2019 8:56:08 AM

[![](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/hubfs/bakery-1868925__340.jpg)](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bakers-delight-rising-to-the-top-with-bartercard-a-conversation-with-ryan-kirkham)

Whether you like your bread savoury, sweet, crusty, classic or artisanal, [Bakers Delight](https://www.bakersdelight.co.nz/) has been perfecting Australia's favourite breads since 1980.   

One franchisee of the popular bread brand, Ryan Kirkham, has created a partnership with [Bartercard](https://www.bartercard.co.nz/), which has attracted approximately $40,000 in sales every year – that’s a lot of loaves!    

[Read More](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/bakers-delight-rising-to-the-top-with-bartercard-a-conversation-with-ryan-kirkham)

 Topics: [growing your business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/growing-your-business), [increase profit](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/increase-profit), [bartercard](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/bartercard), [buyer demand](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/buyer-demand), [small business](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/small-business), [attract new customers](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/attract-new-customers), [save cash](https://content.bartercard.co.nz/blog/topic/save-cash)

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