Information and Courses for Business

Starting a business - is it right for you?

Starting up a business requires careful planning and research. Nature Coast Enterprise is always ready to help those thinking about starting their own business.

If you are looking for start-up information, come and see us or phone us. We have the following resources for those who want to start a business:

A checklist for starting up a business
An information sheet on business structures
An inofrmation sheet of Core Websites
A list of useful Business Publications
Smart Business guide from IRD
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise Booklets, including Planning for Success, Business Steps and Growing your Business

These are free introductory guides on preparing a business plan, business structures, taxation, finance, banking, keeping books, how to hire staff, and where to get more help.

We have these information in packs available for FREE at our offices in Levin and Paraparaumu.

We can also show you where you can get FREE self-paced on-line business training on a range of topics for those new to business.

Already in business?

If you are already trading, and employ less than 20 people, we run a series of valuable, targeted business courses, including one-on-one coaching, which can help you rapidly transform your business. You and your business could get a boost from our FREE management upskilling programme.

These courses, and the associated package of assessment and coaching, are frequently updated. To receive the latest programme, email maureen@naturecoast.co.nz

We also have lots of useful information for growing businesses facing new challenges. Look for information on: