B+LNZ On the Front Foot Workshop: Building Great Farm Teams

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Great farming businesses are built on great people. This workshop is designed to help you create a strong, motivated team that performs well and enjoys the work they do. Whether you are leading a team or part of one, this session will give you the confidence to get the best out of your people.

This workshop is brought to you by B+LNZ, DairyNZ and Wairarapa Economic Development Strategy (WEDS).

What you'll learn

  • Take-home tools for giving robust and constructive feedback.
  • Understand the key drivers of motivation and what helps people perform at their best.
  • Gain insights into different personality types and how to work effectively with them.
  • Build a positive, productive farm team culture.
  • Learn how strong leadership and teamwork drive better farm results.

Designed for farm owners, managers, and team members, this workshop focuses on building high-performing teams. Learn how to lead with confidence, improve communication, and lift performance across your business. Connect with other farmers and share ideas.

Speakers

  • Nick Coster - General Manager of No8HR, bringing a wealth of experience across the rural and farming sectors. With a background in corporate farming roles and nearly a decade in banking, Nick understands both the challenges and opportunities farmers face.
  • James Bruce - Local farming leader, bringing real experience as both an employee and employer. Alongside his farming background, James has years of experience in rugby as a player and coach, and is a passionate advocate for FarmStrong.

A great team makes all the difference on farm, so come along and set yours up to be strong, capable and performing at its best.

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