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Managing Inventory for Profitability
By Ellen DePasquale
You don't have to pay an arm and a leg to gain control of stock levels, pricing and cash flow.
(January 2008)
Outgrowing Your Bank
By Dima Berdiev
When your business growth exceeds your loan limit, it may be time to find a bigger lender. If so, take the time to explore all your options.
(December 2006)
Losing Your Lender
By Dima Berdiev
When a preferred loan officer moves on, small-business owners should treat it as an opportunity to step back and re-evaluate their loan relationships.
(November 2006)
Personal Guarantees for Business Loans
By Dima Berdiev
How do you deal with lenders when you don't have any substantial assets? It's all about give and take.
(September 2006)
What's In YOUR Accounting Software?
By Ellen DePasquale
Love it or hate it, accounting software is a necessary part of any sized business.
(August 2006)
The Personal Guarantee
By Dima Berdiev
Personal guarantees are an inherent part of the loan process that neither lender nor borrower like to talk about.
(July 2006)
Are You Really Focused on Profits?
by Philip Campbell
Business owners run their business to make money, right? Then why do so many owners make unprofitable decisions?
(June 2006)
Financial Leadership Saves Money
by Philip Campbell
Big--and costly--mistakes happen when the creative or sales focused entrepreneur ignores the less exciting, more mundane aspect of business--the company's finances.
(April 2006)
Frequently Asked Lending Questions
by Dima Berdiev
Our columnist addresses a few frequently asked questions regarding small business loans and financing strategies.
(April 2006)
Using Financials to Get What You Want
by Philip Campbell
Yes, preparing financial statements can be a chore, but if you look at them as a resource for holding yourself and your employees accountable for the bottom line, they become an invaluable resource.
(March 2006)
Know Your Numbers!
by Dima Berdiev
Your revenue is down, but sales are up. Do you know why? Your lender will want to know, so be prepared to let him know by understanding the numbers on your financial statements.
(February 2006)
Time for Your Financial Checkup
by Philip Campbell
The New Year is just around the corner. Kick 2006 off right, and use this time to be sure your financial house is in order.
(December 2005)
Small Business Lenders Want to Hear the Good -- and the Bad
by Dima Berdiev
Whether your business is struggling, or making money hand over fist, it's important that both situations be communicated to a lender.
(November 2005)
Make More Money
by Philip Campbell
In order to put more of your revenue to your bottom line, you need to shed your habits and think about your business finances a bit differently.
(September 2005)
Answering the Tough Questions
by Dima Berdiev
A bank will scrutinize your past business performance. Are you prepared to answer the tough questions when your banker asks them?
(September 2005)
Creating True Wealth in Your Business
by Philip Campbell
Maximizing the amount of cash you generate from your business today influences how much cash you eventually create for yourself and your family.
(August 2005)
Historical Finance and Its Relevance to the Lending Process
by Dima Berdiev
Why lenders focus on it and what you need to be prepared to discuss.
(July 2005)
How Do You Define Cash Flow?
by Philip Campbell
If your definition of cash flow is flawed, and you're not tracking the right numbers, you may grow your company right into a cash crisis.
(June 2005)
You're Approved
by Dima Berdiev
Help lenders understand your industry to improve your chances of securing a loan.
(June 2005)
Do You Have the Cash to Grow?
by Philip Campbell
Growing your business puts an enormous strain on your cash flow. Here's how to increase sales and be confident you'll cover the bills at the same time.
(April 2005)
Plug Those Cash Flow Leaks
by Philip Campbell
Stop making the same old mistakes year after year that drain your business of cash. Make a commitment today to better understand your cash flow leaks -- stop them.
(March 2005)
Three Smart Steps to Reducing Your Taxes
by Philip Campbell
It's that time again. It's time to start thinking about taxes and how much you will end up paying Uncle Sam this year.
(December 2004)
The Secret to Formatting Cash Flow Projections
by Philip Campbell
Here are the keys to creating a powerful tool to take control of your cash flow.
(December 2004)
The Reality of Raising Venture Capital
by Jerry Colonna
An e-mail from a Dallas-based CEO makes Jerry Colonna take a hard, realistic look at the current state of raising venture capital.
(November 2004)
Cash Flow Projections Made Easy
by Philip Campbell
Here is a 4-step process you can use to create cash flow projections you can trust.
(October 2004)
Is Your Business Managing You?
by Philip Campbell
Four very important benefits you'll realize from forecasting your cash balance.
(October 2004)
Cash Balance: Avoid the Wimpy Syndrome
by Philip Campbell
Don't put off for tomorrow what you should be doing today.
(September 2004)
The 10 Absolutely Must-Follow Cash Flow Rules
by Philip Campbell
Everyone wants cash on hand at all times. Here are 10 rules to help you get there.
(September 2004)
Firing Is Never Easy
by Jerry Colonna
A startup manager is a jack-of-all-trades -- including Chief Firing Officer. Here are tips for a smooth dismissal.
(September 2004)
Firing Your Board
by Jerry Colonna
In far too many cases, the board is a disaster. Here's how to get rid of one that's failing miserably and how to create on you can really depend on.
(September 2004)
Forget VC Money, Fund Yourself
by Jerry Colonna
Venture capital takes ownership away from you; do you really want to do that?
(August 2004)
How to Get a Good Board
by Jerry Colonna
Here's one tip: Choose your board as if you're choosing your family. Read on for more.
(August 2004)
Handling Your VC Prospect
by Jerry Colonna
It's easy to alienate a venture capitalist if you don't know what you're doing. I should know. I used to be one.
(July 2004)

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