OPINION: Governments are often perceived as slow and difficult to deal with, so they're not an obvious source of help for a startup owner.
Picking the right time to engage the government matters. Once you've built a credible board of advisors and can demonstrate your product or service, you'll be more confident about seeking government assistance.
Engaging with government is easier than ever before. Startups and governments now form powerful partnerships and have an equal interest in making those partnerships work.
To read the original article: Startup building blocks: government | Stuff.co.nz
