Why Your Business Can’t Afford to Skip a 13-Week Cash Flow Forecast
Be honest: cash flow forecasting is rarely top of your to-do list. In fact, most founders only really think about cash flow when something feels tight. The problem is, by the time it feels tight, it is often already too late.That’s where a 13-week cash flow forecast comes in. It gives you just enough visibility […]
What investors really look for in a scaling SME
Securing investment is often a critical step in fuelling growth for an SME. But when founders start preparing for funding, one question comes up time and again. What do investors actually look for? While every investor has their own lens, there are some common financial and operational signals that consistently indicate stability, scalability, and long-term […]
Twelve Festive Finance Gifts for 2026
Between Christmas and New Year, business often slows to a gentler rhythm.There is space to think and breathe. For many founders, there is finally time to look at the numbers that usually sit on the back burner. This year we decided to share a Christmas gift with you. Twelve short but very useful clips from […]
5 Signs You Might Need a Finance Director (or Fractional FD)
A founder friendly guide for growing SMEs Growing a business is exciting, but there comes a moment where the numbers feel different. They get bigger. Faster. Harder to keep on top of. This is usually when founders begin wondering how to stay on top of it all. They start thinking about whether it might be […]
Turnover vs Profit and Why High Revenue Doesn’t Always Mean Business Success
Your sales are growing. Revenue looks great on paper. But when you check the bank account, there is no money left. If that sounds familiar to you as an SME founder, you are not alone. We see many founders who don’t understand how to stop confusing turnover with profit. While the difference may seem technical, […]
Cash is King: 7 Early Warning Signs Your Business is Heading for a Cash Flow Crisis
We have all heard the phrase “Cash is King”. But for many founders, its true meaning only hits home when the business is already in trouble. By then, it may be too late. The difference between survival and failure in business often comes down to how early you spot the warning signs. Cash flow issues […]
The Importance of Good Cash Flow Management in E-Commerce
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business. Get it wrong and you’ll struggle, even if you’re profitable on paper. For e-commerce businesses, managing cash flow is even more critical. Platforms like Amazon, TikTok and Shopify create both opportunities and challenges. The ability to keep money moving smoothly often separates thriving businesses from those that […]
Audit or Review: Which is Right When Scaling and Selling Your Business?
When scaling your business with a future sale in mind, how you prepare your financial statements can have a major impact on your eventual exit. One of the key decisions you’ll face is whether to conduct an audit or opt for a financial review. Each type of due diligence when selling your business provides a […]
Is it ok to make a loss in business?
Is it OK to make a loss in business? And does a company always need to be profitable to be successful? Many business owners are faced with this question at some point. The instinctive answer might be “no”. After all, profit is usually the end goal. But in reality, there are times when running at […]
Maximise your business’s value with multiple arbitrage
As a business owner, you’ve probably considered selling your company – whether as part of your long-term plans, retirement goals, or the sheer frustration of running a business. Regardless of your reasons for wanting to sell, you’ll be keen to get the highest valuation possible so you can gain the most from selling. One key […]