"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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Strategic Support for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses As small to mid-sized businesses grow, their financial needs become more complex, requiring expertise that goes beyond basic bookkeeping and accounting. Yet, many of these businesses are not ready to commit to a full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO) due to cost constraints or the specific needs of their […]

Already have a permanent, full-time CFO, but need some additional assistance? Believe it or not, that's not entirely uncommon. Consider these key points to better determine if a Fractional CFO makes sense for your organization: Specialized Expertise Is your business facing a specific challenge or a project that requires specialized expertise (e.g., fundraising, mergers and […]