Simplifying finance.... • 4h
A finance leader once said something that changed how I look at businesses. “We were profitable on paper, but cash was always tight.” That’s when the cash conversion cycle started making sense to me. A company may sell today, wait weeks or months to collect payment, hold inventory in between, and still need to pay suppliers on time. Profits look healthy, but cash stays locked up. Different businesses handle this very differently. Some collect cash quickly and pay suppliers later, letting growth fund itself. Others grow revenue fast but tie up cash for long periods, making expansion stressful. This is why rapid growth doesn’t always mean stronger finances. Understanding the cash conversion cycle helps separate businesses that survive from those that struggle, even when both look profitable on the surface.
Simplifying finance.... • 25d
When I analyse businesses, free cash flow is the metric I trust the most. Profits can look strong on paper, but cash flow shows whether a company can actually fund growth, service debt, and survive tough cycles. What free cash flow quietly tells us:
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For a long time, I assumed that profitability meant safety. If a business was making money, I believed it was stable. Over time, I realised profit alone can be misleading. Many businesses fail not because they aren’t profitable, but because deeper i
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Simplifying finance.... • 27d
Slower growth usually sounds like a warning sign. But when I look at profitable companies today, I see something different happening. Many strong businesses are deliberately easing growth to protect margins, cash flows, and balance sheets. FMCG comp
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📊 Why Revenue Modeling is Critical for Your Business – Backed by Data 📊 Revenue modeling isn’t just a forecasting exercise – it’s a roadmap for growth, stability, and innovation. Here's why it matters, with data to back it up: 1️⃣ Predicts Future
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3 DIY Health Checks Every Founder Should Do Monthly 1. Cash Flow Pulse Check → Ask: Did I collect more than I spent this month? → If unsure, review bank statements & tally collections vs payments. Why it matters: Profitable on paper ≠ cash in bank.
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