Who it is for
Ara Hui is for any small business owner who wants to think through their business in good company. You do not need to be at a particular stage. You do not need to have it figured out. You just need to show up.
- Feel like you are figuring it out alone
- Want a space where you can be honest without it costing a fortune
- Learn well when you hear other people’s experiences alongside your own
- Want to connect with other pakihi owners who are navigating similar stuff
What you get
- 90 minutes of genuine, guided group kōrero
- Vernette’s personal reflection to open the space
- The experience and perspectives of up to five other business owners
- A follow up summary sent to you within 48 hours
- A way in: to Ara Kōrero, to deeper support, and to the ReachDesign whānau
How it works
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Check the theme & book
See what theme is coming up next and book your spot early — sessions are capped at six.
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Confirmation & prompt
You get a Google Meet link and a simple prompt to think about beforehand.
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We kōrero
Vernette opens with a short personal reflection, then hands it to the group — honestly, practically.
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Follow-up in 48 hours
A summary lands in your inbox: key ideas, threads, and things to try.
The Monthly Themes
The six themes rotate, so there is always something relevant coming up.
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Setting Up
Foundations, tools, and structure. Getting the basics right so everything else is easier.
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Getting Found
Visibility, marketing, and showing up — without burning yourself out doing it.
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Getting Paid
Pricing and money conversations: knowing your worth and actually charging it.
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Keeping Clients
Relationships, communication, and retention. How to keep the good ones.
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Keeping Going
Sustainability, burnout, boundaries, and pace. How to still enjoy your business in ten years.
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Growing Up
What comes next: the bigger picture of what growth actually looks like for a business like yours.
From Ara Hui to Ara Kōrero
Want to go deeper privately?
If something comes up in Ara Hui that you want to explore one on one, Ara Kōrero is the next step. Just you and Vernette — move there any time you are ready.
Booking link
Book the next Ara Hui session directly via Cal.com — payment confirms your seat. Or reach out at kiaora@reachdesign.nz if you are not sure which theme to join.
Not sure which session to book? Reach out and we will point you in the right direction: kiaora@reachdesign.nz