The costs for raw materials are up. Health insurance costs continue to climb. Labor is in short supply which typically means wages will go up. As of the US Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary report released on June 5th, 2018, there are now more jobs...
When a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) speaks, many listeners conclude that a CFO thinks everything comes down to cash. Therefore, let me be clear: It is not all about the cash. However, today is my day to talk about cash flow. (Full disclosure, I have memorized a few...
What should you sell? Who is your ideal customer? This month I have been writing about strategic planning – focusing on the importance of answering these two strategic questions. As a business owner, answering these two strategic questions defines your target...
What should you sell? Who is your ideal customer? Answering these two questions is part of clearly stating your growth strategy. Communicating the answers throughout the company provides great focus to your sales team and the rest of your employees. The result...
You have a treadmill business if you are working hard and not getting anywhere. It is frustrating for the CEO and the employees. You work too hard not to be rewarded with profit. Answering strategic questions can help you get off the treadmill. Here’s one that seems...
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