Canstar have released a survey of 700 small business owners, which shows many small business owners feel positive about their futures, having survived the struggles of recent years.

Along with feeling optimistic, more than a third of small businesses say their revenue has also increased in the past twelve months.

Jose George is the general manager of Canstar New Zealand, and he joined Roman Travers.

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