Build strong networks

a better business?

If someone says to you that he or she is a Chartered Accountant, the first thing you think of is `oh, they do tax returns and deal with the Inland Revenue’.

That was true in the past and continues to be today, to a certain extent, but that is gradually changing.

Software like Xero is completing more and more of the processing work that Chartered Accountants did 25 years ago, so as a profession we are looking at new ways to better assist the businesses we work with.

At DNA we have adopted a variety of technology that didn’t exist five to ten years ago such as Xero, Hubdoc, Spotlight Reporting, HelloSign and various payroll systems.

This automation is providing us and the businesses we work with the opportunity to spend more time talking about their business, what they want to achieve and where they are going not only in their business but in their personal lives as well.

People get into business because they have a vision, and most often because they are an expert at what they do.

Unfortunately, that expertise doesn’t always translate into making them an expert at running the business they have created.

It’s hard taking time out of working in your business to work on it.

But doing this is essential for its success and achieving the vision of the founder.

There is no magical overnight solution to building a successful business. It is about taking small steps every day to get a bit better than the day before, which will ultimately have a massive effect on your success.

So, what should you do to build yourself a more successful business? We have broken it down into ten essential steps: 1 Get clear on exactly what it is that you want. 2. Be open to change and new learning. 3. Define where you are now (warts and all).

4. Make a plan. 5. Get your organisation structure right. 6. Be a better leader. 7. Be held accountable by someone independent. 8. Build strong networks. 9. Monitor your progress. 10. Keep your well of happiness full. If you want to find out more about building a better business then contact the team at Drumm Nevatt & Associates Limited to discuss or join us for our seminar on 19 March by registering at www.dnaca.co.nz.

Drumm Nevatt & Associates Limited, Chartered Accountants 69 Ridge Road, Howick. Phone 534 4382.

Get rid of Hazardous Household Waste for free We are holding a free Hazardous Household Waste drop off event in your area.

If you have any hazardous household waste sitting unused in sheds or cupboards around your property, now is your chance to get rid of it for free. Have a safer home and community • Reduce the risk of harm from toxic chemicals, especially to children and pets. • Preserve water quality and protect your local environment from contamination.

This free collection is strictly limited to 350 Howick and Otara-Papatoetoe residents and will take place on one day only: Sunday 29 March in the Pakuranga Heights area.

Don’t miss out, booking is essential and there are limited spaces available. Book now at myhazwaste.kiwi or call us on 0508 CHEMICAL (0508 243 642) Examples of hazardous household waste you can drop off:

Household chemicals – swimming pool chemicals, glues, cleaners, varnish, wood stains and paint stripper.

Household Garden chemicals – Herbicides, fungicides, insecticides and pesticides all in containers under 5kg.

Old chemicals of any variety (30 years or more), particularly chemicals from pre-1980s.

Paint – marine anti-fouling, or bitumen-based (household paint excluded).

Solvents – Methylated spirits, mineral turpentine, kerosene and paint thinners.

Vehicle batteries.

All these substances can be harmful to people and the environment so please take this opportunity to dispose of them safely – book now.

Just before collection day, you will receive confirmation and details of the time and drop-off location.