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Time for small
businesses to
grow up
New Zealand small and medium enterprises have often discounted corporate governance as expensive or
complex without fully understanding the benefits this leadership discipline brings. But, as Aaron Wallace
reports, governance is now becoming a pillar of market-leading organisations.
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n this competitive climate, businesses must find
groundbreaking ways to reach new markets. It’s vital
to consistently manage, monitor and improve your
business and that’s where corporate governance can play
a crucial role. Governance is about structuring, operating
and controlling a company with a view to achieving longterm strategic goals for shareholders, creditors, employees,
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