Learn the whole business
Start.
Turning an idea into a business you can actually run: the structure, the paperwork, the tax basics and the first people who pay you.
Coming soon
Planned and in the queue. They aren't out yet.
About this shelf
Structure, IRD, your first customers.
What does the Start shelf cover?
The first decisions in a New Zealand business: choosing between sole trader, partnership and company, getting your IRD number and NZBN, working out whether you need to register for GST, and finding your first customers.
Where should I begin if I'm starting a business in New Zealand?
Start with one question at a time. Our episodes answer the common ones in about a minute, and each write-up links to the official guidance on business.govt.nz and ird.govt.nz, which is free and kept up to date.
Is this advice for my business?
No. It's general information to help you ask better questions. For decisions about your own business, talk to an accountant or another qualified adviser.
New start guides, by 6am.
The free brief, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Each new episode lands there first.
