We have all heard that “cash is king.” The origin is unclear, but it has been attributed to Pehr Gyllenhammar after the global stock market crash in 1987. At that time Mr. Gyllenhammar was CEO of the Swedish car group Volvo. The maxim is used to reflect the belief that cash is more valuable than… Read More »
Tax Avoidance Hinders Business Growth
Many businesses I encounter are operating in tax-avoidance mode. This is a mistake. Worse, it is a short-term strategy with long-term negative effects….Read more »
Are you struggling to survive in your business?
Many businesses are currently struggling to survive as a result of the pandemic. Often there are many reasons for this condition but one of the most important is the lack of adequate cash flow. Without cash your business is destined to struggle and eventually die. There are only four ways to get cash in your… Read More »
Get to Know Your Banker
Your banker is critical to the success of your business. The time to foster a good working relationship is not when you are in trouble- That’s too late….Read more »
Your Business Runs on Cash Flow
If you do not have cash flow, you do not have a business. Tracking the movement of cash in and out of your business is critical to your success. …Read more »
The Importance of Business Metrics
Numbers drive everything in your business, and without a complete understanding of your business metrics, you really do not know how your business is doing….Read more »
A Focus on Following Your Course
Discipline, not the punishment but the firm focus to diligently follow your goal, is vital in reaching the business growth levels that you plan to achieve….Read more »
Maximum Focus, Minimum Distraction
With a vision and a map to navigate, you need intense focus on the plan of action to successfully grow your business. Never underestimate the power of focus….Read more »
Keep the Pressure on the Yoke
As we change directions, intentionally or in response to the pandemic, it is imperative that you keep the pressure on sustaining your business momentum.
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Map Out Your Plan of Action
It is common for businesses to create a vision yet fail to execute it when busy running day-to-day operations. A plan of action is vital to business success….Read more »