The Business Advisory Blog

The Business Advisory Blog

Insight, news and updates from Alliott NZ Chartered Accountants, Auckland New Zealand. The views expressed here are the views of the author and should be discussed in further detail should an article be relevant to your individual circumstances.

While every effort has been made to provide valuable, useful information in this publication, this firm and any related suppliers or associated companies accept no responsibility or any form of liability from reliance upon or use of its contents. Any suggestions should be considered carefully within your own particular circumstances, as they are intended as general information only.

business owners
Succession planning starts sooner than we think
Many business owners delay succession planning until options narrow and business risk increases.
08 June 2026 Read More
accountability
Why Businesses Become Dependent on One Person
When too much relies on one person, growth slows and decision bottlenecks begin to form.
01 June 2026 Read More
business guidance
Business Growth starts with Financial Analysis
Trying to appeal to everyone feels safe. But in practice, it makes your business harder to understand, and harder to choose.
12 May 2026 Read More
artificial intel
Bubble or No Bubble? That is Not the Question
AI is reshaping markets fast. Bubble or opportunity? A balanced view on risk, rewards and what comes next.
24 February 2026 Read More
Growth
How to Reduce Business Dependence on You
Reducing owner dependence is about creating a business that works for you - not the other way around.
27 October 2025 Read More
business owners
Planning for Business Succession now
When you own a business, you put your all into making it success. But what happens when you want to step back?
11 August 2025 Read More
brand
Building a Business that does not Rely on You
5 practical steps to reduce owner dependence and create a self-sustaining, scalable business.
23 June 2025 Read More
Goal setting
Building a Business that serves Your Goals
How do you flip the script and create a business that works for you, not the other way around?
07 April 2025 Read More
brand
Building a Brand Identity that Stands Out
Building a valuable brand is essential for standing out in the market and attracting customers. Read the key elements.
17 March 2025 Read More
business
4 Priorities for Successful Businesses in 2023
It’s a good time to think ahead to 2023 and identify areas of strategic focus for your business. While each business is different, key themes are emerging. We got together with some successful businesses and developed a list of strategic priorities. To see how this compares with your list, read on…
12 December 2022 Read More
assets
Business Valuation. What Is Your Business Worth?
Building a business can be a long, challenging process. One way to assess how you are doing is to VALUE your business… and then try to grow that valuation. This keeps management on track and is interesting to sellers, investors or lenders. In this article, we look at how to go about valuing your business.
24 May 2021 Read More
business sale or succession
When is the Right Time to Sell Your Business
We may not get to choose exactly when to sell (or ‘exit’) our business or the terms of that sale. But we can try to control the process so we get the outcomes we want. This article provides guidelines on preparing to sell your business, whether the sale is imminent… or a decade or more away.
10 May 2021 Read More
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14 June 2026 Read More