Why Rapidly Growing Businesses Struggle with Cash Flow (and How to Fix It)

December 18, 2024

Of course. We understand. Growth is every business owner’s dream. But, rapid growth can quickly turn into a financial nightmare if cash flow struggles arise. It’s a common paradox—businesses experiencing success on paper but grappling with liquidity problems in reality. Why does this happen, and how can you fix it? Let’s break it down. The […]

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Understanding Profitability: A Step-by-Step Guide to Break-Even Analysis

December 15, 2024

A Break-Even Analysis is one of the most essential tools for any business owner or financial leader. It calculates the point at which total revenue equals total costs, meaning there is neither profit nor loss. Knowing your break-even point allows you to set revenue targets, price products effectively, and make informed financial decisions. In this […]

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5 Critical Financial Moves Every CEO Should Make Before Year-End

December 2, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, many CEOs are taking stock of their business’s performance while preparing for the challenges and opportunities of a new year. The final weeks of the year offer a unique window to reflect, strategize, and take decisive action to set the stage for a strong start to 2025. These five […]

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Fortune Favors the Bold: Why CEOs Must Dream Big & Embrace Risk to Achieve Greatness

November 29, 2024

As fractional CFOs and financial strategists, we’ve had the privilege of working alongside CEOs navigating some of the most transformative moments of their careers. Whether it’s securing funding, scaling operations, or executing high-stakes transactions, we’ve noticed a common thread among the most successful leaders: they’re not afraid to take bold risks. But boldness isn’t recklessness. […]

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When Bookkeeping Doesn't Cut It: How to Tell When It's Time to Level Up

November 26, 2024

For many small businesses, bookkeeping is the cornerstone of financial management. It organizes your transactions, keeps your accounts reconciled, and ensures you’re prepared for tax season. It’s a crucial service, and without it, most businesses would struggle to stay afloat. But as your business grows, so do your financial needs. What worked in the early […]

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Resilient Leadership: A CFO’s Guide to Navigating Economic Uncertainty

November 20, 2024

As the year comes to a close, high-growth businesses often reflect on their accomplishments and challenges while preparing for the year ahead. For CEOs, navigating economic uncertainty requires more than just operational efficiency - it demands a resilient financial strategy that positions your company to weather challenges and seize opportunities. Economic downturns can create hurdles […]

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When the Deal Blows Up

November 15, 2024

In business, every transaction holds the promise of opportunity - new revenue streams, market expansion, or operational efficiencies. But not every deal is meant to be. And sometimes, the best decision you can make as a buyer or seller is to walk away. It might sound crazy, but deals falling apart are more common than […]

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Build a Smarter Financial Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide to Completing Your Monthly Budget Template

November 15, 2024

A well-structured Monthly Budget is the foundation of financial success for any business. Unlike traditional annual budgets, a monthly budget accounts for seasonality and revenue fluctuations throughout the year. It allows you to plan revenue, allocate resources efficiently, and monitor performance month over month. In addition, our Budget Template auto-populates a Vertical Budget, giving you […]

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Tripped a Financial Covenant? Here's What to do Next.

November 1, 2024

When a business trips a financial covenant, it can be stressful and confusing to figure out the next steps. And you're familiar with financial covenants, right? Essentially, the “house rules” from a lender. They cover things like debt-to-equity ratios, cash flow requirements, and profit targets. These "rules" are designed to help lenders feel confident about […]

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Optimizing Cash Flow: A Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering the Cash Conversion Cycle

October 22, 2024

The Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) is one of the most important financial metrics for businesses. It measures how efficiently a company converts its investments in inventory and other resources into cash flow from sales. For growing businesses, optimizing the CCC can mean the difference between thriving and struggling to meet financial obligations. This guide will […]

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