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<i>Your Business:</i> Bigger would be nice ... but not too big

<i>Craig McIvor</i>: When old fashioned logic isn't enough try thinking sideways

Lateral thinking goes against the grain for many businesses, but the benefits are too powerful to ignore.

Success: Publishers in a class of their own

Making teachers' lives easier is the mantra for Invercargill company.

Skills lift to moving industry

Ecoya will meet IPO targets: Ross

90-day trial prompts more staff hiring - survey

A survey of NZ small businesses has shown that the 90-day trial period has prompted them to hire more staff, says KPMG.

<i>Get the Answers:</i> Going retail is tricky, but the money's there if you can make it work

Success: Biting off as much as they can chew

Long-established snack-maker says now is the time to start lifting its profile.

Biofuel firm's journey from low-tech to world recognition

Thirsty rugby fans in for a shock

Rugby World Cup patrons can expect to pay up to $17 for a glass of wine in restaurants near Eden Park, but industry heads say it's not a rip-off.

<i>Get the Answers</i>: Awards are good publicity, but choosing overseas markets is crucial

NZ-made helicopters find export market

Going from earthworks contractor to helicopter maker may seem an unlikely career change.

Franchises beating the recession: study

Cafe culture thrives, poll says

The recession has not stopped Kiwis from regularly dining out at cafes and restaurants but many have changed their habits, a survey has found.

<i>Your Business:</i> Natureshop spreads wings with UK base

Sheep tissue substitute looks promising

A Wellington company's use of sheep gut in reconstructive surgery exposes it to a multi-million-dollar market.

Flag those Cup chances

<i>Brian Gaynor</i>: Aussie banks' gain is NZ businesses' loss