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Your Bank Balance Is Falling… But Business Is Booming?
This is one of the most dangerous situations for a growing business.
Sales are increasing.
Orders are coming in.
Revenue looks impressive.
Yet cash is getting tighter.
Why?
Because growth consumes cash.
More inventory.
More staff.
More suppliers.
More receivables.
Growth without cash-flow planning can become a problem surprisingly fast.
Don't just ask, “How much are we selling?”
Ask:
“How much cash are we actually keeping?”
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