For businesses and employers: Starting a business
Where to go for more help
The following people are in business to help you succeed in yours. So when you have decided what areas you need help with, you may want to get in touch with one or more of the people below.
| Advisors |
Can help and advise on |
Do they charge? |
| Accountant or tax agent |
- the legal requirements for business accounts and tax
- setting up a record keeping system
- changes in the business environment affecting the organisation or business
- loan applications
|
yes |
| Bank managers |
- arranging your finances
- assessing project risks
- planning and financing development of businesses and organisations
|
no |
| BIZ info |
- access to management upskilling and capability building in business planning, compliance, marketing, finance, e-commerce, business systems, managing resources and business and operational excellence
- useful referrals
- funding
- publications
http://www.biz.org.nz |
no |
| Business advisors and consultants |
- specific areas in the business causing problems such as marketing, exporting, finance or office automation
|
yes |
| Economic regional agencies (local councils) |
- applications for government grants
- achieving success, growth and development
|
no/yes |
| Lawyers |
- the best structure for the business or organisation
- relevant legislation
- preparing and negotiating contracts you make such as leases
|
yes |
| Small business enterprise centres |
- practical and relevant business advice on tax, marketing, tourism, planning and market research
- business training courses and seminars
|
no |
These are just some of the more common sources of help. There are many other organisations you can go to for advice. Family and friends who are in business or have had experience with running organisations can also be helpful.
Date published: 14 Oct 2004
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