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5 Tips to keep your business afloat during the COVID-19 crisis

Businesses across the globe have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many have been forced to close their doors, some only temporarily, but countless others for good. With experts saying there’s no guarantee of a rapid economic recovery, it’s important that you reassess and redefine your business strategy and buckle down for more storms […]

Cybersecurity Tip #67 – Crap! It was an iTunes Scam!

Have you just realized you have fallen victim to the iTunes gift card scam?
MOVE QUICK before they spend the redeemed cards! And be sure to keep receipts and email evidence.

Here's what you can do to possibly recover your money:

Lodge a Police case on the NZ Police Website by clicking Here - it takes a couple of hours to get a case number
Lodge an apple support case request by clicking Here OR phone 0800 127 753 
HINT - get a free icloud account for authentication first to speed things up.

Be careful of April’s Windows 10 update

Microsoft’s operating system is one of the best on the market, but it does have flaws. Software updates have been a regular problem for Windows 10 and the April 2020 update is a little worse than usual. Here’s what you should know to minimize possible disruptions. What are the issues? The April Windows 10 update […]

Here’s what to look for when buying antivirus software

Because of the global pandemic, work from home is now a necessity. This has increased the potential entry points for cybercriminals to infiltrate your network. Now more than ever, businesses need better cybersecurity protection. That’s why it’s important to choose the right antivirus software for your needs. If you’re in the market for one, consider […]

MacBook’s new feature promises longer battery life

Keeping your MacBook plugged in at all times shortens its battery life. A new feature, called Battery Health Management, will be released with the new macOS Catalina 10.15.5 update specifically to address this issue. It maintains your MacBook’s battery life by preventing chemical aging on its battery. It does this by not charging your device […]

Best laptops for remote working in 2020

If you recently started working from home, you must have realized that it isn’t as easy as you thought it would be. Apart from setting up your home office and managing your time efficiently, a slow and outdated laptop should be the least of your worries. If you’re thinking of buying a new one, here’s […]

How to know if your VoIP system is being hacked

Most businesses today have made the switch from the traditional landline telephone system to a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) system. This is because VoIP offers more benefits including cost reduction, mobility, and scalability. But just like any device that’s connected to the internet, VoIP phones can be targeted by hackers who want to steal […]

How Not to Drive your Business to Zero But Set Yourself up to Thrive in the Aftermath – Webinar Series

We have interviewed the experts in their field to gain the necessary tools to start rebuilding that which has been lost during this COVID-19 pandemic.

To register for our upcoming videos, please click HERE

 
MONDAY, 6 APRIL 2020 - 11:00A.M.
Jon-Paul Hale

Business Risk Specialist, Personal & Business Life Insurance

LinkedIn

Link to the Interview recording HERE

 

 
THURSDAY, 9 APRIL 2020 - 11:00A.M.
Daniel Silva

Founder, DSL Logistics

Website

Link to the Interview recording HERE

 

 
TUESDAY, 14 APRIL 2020 - 11:00A.M.
Dr Sarah Watson

Senior Clinical Psychologist

BA, MA(Hons), DClinPsych, MNZCCP

LinkedIn

Link to the Interview recording HERE

 
WEDNESDAY, 15 APRIL 2020 - 11:00A.M
Jugdis Parbhu
Advisory Partner, Corporate Finance Partner

BDO Takapuna (North Shore)

LinkedIn

Link to the Interview recording HERE

 
THURSDAY, 16 APRIL 2020 - 11:00A.M.
Zoie Burgess

Digital Marketing Advisor

LinkedIn

Link to the Interview recording HERE

 

 

 
MONDAY, 20 APRIL 2020 - 11:00A.M.
Deirdre Watson

Barrister and Mediator

Vice Chair of the Franchise Association of New Zealand

LinkedIn

Link to the Interview recording HERE

 
FRIDAY, 24 APRIL 2020 - 11:00A.M.
Carolyn Ranson

Partner at Smith and Partners Lawyers

LinkedIn

 

 
TUESDAY, 26 MAY 2020 - 11:00AM
Vijay Nyayapati

Business Mentor and Professional EOS Implementer

LinkedIn