Embracing Change and Asking the Hard Questions: Are We Relevant in the Market?

In a market that changes as unpredictably as the weather in Auckland, Puatala — now four years into its journey — continues to challenge itself to stay relevant and responsive. Operating under the LM4 Group umbrella, Puatala has used its early-stage growth as a catalyst for creativity, reflection, and problem-solving rather than an excuse to stand still.

At Puatala, challenge is viewed as opportunity. Economic shifts, changing market conditions, and evolving client needs are not barriers, but prompts to innovate. Our focus remains on addressing real problems with practical, creative solutions, ensuring our training programmes deliver genuine value rather than surface-level content.

Growth for Puatala has never been just about expansion — it’s also about people. Over the past few years, the team has evolved through recruitment and change, bringing in new skills, perspectives, and energy. This growth has strengthened a culture of continuous improvement, honest reflection, and courageous conversations.

Along the way, mistakes have been part of the journey. Rather than avoiding them, Puatala has used these moments as learning opportunities, adapting when things haven’t worked and refining our approach as a result. This willingness to change has been central to our development.

Despite economic uncertainty, Puatala has remained committed to investing in the quality of its training programmes. New offerings — including leadership and cultural awareness — have been developed in response to current market needs and delivered in ways that prioritise engagement and relevance through experienced facilitators.

This approach has been recognised by clients who value Puatala’s versatility and focus on relevant, high-quality training. That recognition fuels our curiosity and reinforces our commitment to innovation.

Looking ahead, Puatala remains focused on quality, adaptability, and purposeful growth. Together with LM4 Group and our team, we continue to question our relevance, refine our services, and invest in training that supports people and organisations to thrive in a changing world.