Building a Strong Balance Sheet Amidst Rapid Growth

January 11, 2024

Rapid growth is often a sign of success for small to mid-sized businesses, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most critical aspects of sustaining that growth is maintaining a strong balance sheet. A robust balance sheet not only provides a snapshot of your company’s financial health but also […]

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The Architect & Engineer

December 31, 2023

In the dynamic world of small to mid-sized organizations, wearing multiple hats is often a necessity. Many operate with thinly stretched resources, juggling diverse responsibilities to keep the wheels turning. The same can be said for fractional CFO firms like ours, where we have found success—not in the abundance of resources—but in the depth of […]

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No Magic Pill

December 30, 2023

"There are no shortcuts to meaningful, lasting success." —Jim Key After I'd lost 100 pounds, people came out of the woodwork asking me how. How?! How did I lose so much weight? And how on earth was I keeping it off?! The answer was so simple. So straightforward. But not what most folks really wanted […]

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The Hidden Cost of...Underpaying?!

December 19, 2023

The Misleading Appeal of Cost-Cutting We get it. We talk a lot. About many things. But mostly, about margin optimization and expense mitigation. But lately, we've seen a troubling trend leading some organizations down a perilous path. And, it's often due to underpaying employees. We understand. Payroll is likely your business's biggest expense. And, your […]

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Accounting versus Finance: Not the Same?!?!

December 13, 2023

The Unnoticed Problem "Why didn't he tell us?!?!" our new client asked as we presented their organization's results. They were a well-established enterprise that had successfully weathered multiple storms since inception. But they had just begun to notice margin compression, building slightly over the last few years, resulting in a six-point drop. Identifying the Issue […]

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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Rapid Expansion

December 11, 2023

Rapid expansion can be both exhilarating and daunting for small to mid-sized businesses. The promise of growth, increased revenue, and market dominance is enticing, but without careful planning and execution, rapid expansion can lead to significant challenges that may jeopardize the very success you're striving for. In this blog post, we'll explore the common pitfalls […]

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From Fine Dining to Food Truck: A Fractional CFO Story

December 10, 2023

A Culinary Journey Begins Entering culinary school, I was filled with excitement. The love of the food. Of carefully preparing it. And of bringing people joy. It was so simple. So straightforward. And so pure. Climbing the Culinary Ladder After graduation, I entered the real world and began climbing the ladder. Ten years of grinding—prepping, […]

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Peering into the Future: 7 Effective Financial Forecasting Method

December 4, 2023

Even as an effective business leader, it can be frustrating to translate your company's financial performance into a future vision. The best business owners use historical and real-time financial data to show consumers and stakeholders exactly where their company is heading. Without this financial data, planning for the future can be quite difficult! So don’t […]

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Cash Flow Crisis - IYKYK

November 24, 2023

Proper cash management is critical for the overall financial health and sustainability of a business. Having proper liquidity and appropriately managing working capital facilitates business continuity and creditworthiness, bolstering investor confidence while allowing you to seize opportunities for expansion and diversification as they arise. Without appropriate liquidity, you run the risk of falling into a […]

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Cost Structure Management. Bringing Sexy Back?

November 16, 2023

We get it. Revenue and innovative product development are "sexy"—alluring and glamorous. But a well-thought-out cost structure? Not as much. While cost structure management may not be perceived as glamorous, it plays a crucial role in the financial health and sustainability of a business. Here's why it's essential: Financial Stability A well-managed cost structure contributes […]

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