10 Free Ways to Support Small NZ Businesses
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10 Free Ways to Support Small NZ Businesses

In a world full of algorithms, big cheap stores like Kmart, and free shipping/discounts of the big brands, supporting local can feel like swimming against the current. But the reality? Your small actions make a big difference.

You don't have to spend money to help the small NZ businesses you love. Here are 10 totally free, genuinely impactful ways to support them:

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Selling Without Feeling Salesy
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Selling Without Feeling Salesy

If the word “selling” makes your shoulders tense up and your inner voice whisper “ugh,” you’re not alone. So many small business owners feel weird about it. You don’t want to be pushy. You don’t want to sound desperate. And let’s be honest, you didn’t start this because you love marketing. You started it because you love making.

But here’s the thing. You do have to sell. Otherwise it’s just a very expensive hobby.

The good news? You can do it in a way that still feels like you. You don’t have to turn into a discount-happy infomercial robot. You just need to shift the way you think about selling in the first place.

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How to Write an “About Me” That Doesn’t Make You Cringe
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How to Write an “About Me” That Doesn’t Make You Cringe

Let’s be honest; writing about yourself is awkward (well it is for me). You either end up sounding like you’re applying for a job you don’t want, or like you’ve blacked out mid-sentence and forgotten what your business even does. But here’s the truth: your “About Me” is one of the most powerful tools you’ve got.

It’s not just a formality. It’s your chance to connect with your people. The ones who care that your candles are hand-poured while your kids nap, or that your jewellery line started as a hobby after heartbreak. The ones who want to support the human behind the brand, not just the product.

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