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The Power of Cash Flow Management: A Story a Small Business Owner
The Challenge of Cash Flow Running a small business is a thrilling adventure, but for many owners, like Sarah, it comes with one daunting challenge: managing cash flow effectively. Did you know that 82% of small businesses that fail, do so because of poor cash flow management? For Sarah, the owner of Sweet Creations Bakery,

Ep 1. Growth With Purpose: How to Achieve Meaningful Results in Your Business Strategy
In this pilot episode of Beyond The Balance Sheet, Matt Krieger, founder of Krieger Analytics, dives into the heart of revenue growth and how businesses can scale meaningfully. Drawing from the latest blog post, Matt explores how growing your revenue goes beyond just increasing numbers—it’s about aligning your strategy with purpose. Matt also discusses the latest

Ep 1. Growth With Purpose: How to Achieve Meaningful Results in Your Business Strategy
In this pilot episode of Beyond The Balance Sheet, Matt Krieger, founder of Krieger Analytics, dives into the heart of revenue growth and how businesses can scale meaningfully. Drawing from the latest blog post, Matt explores how growing your revenue goes beyond just increasing numbers—it’s about aligning your strategy with purpose. Matt also discusses the latest

Unlocking Your Business’s Revenue Potential: The CFO’s Proven Approach to Market and Capital Growth
Unlocking Your Business’s Revenue Potential: A CFO’s Perspective As an outsourced CFO, I often find myself seated across from business owners grappling with the frustration of stagnating revenue. The hustle is endless, the hours are long, and yet, the growth they’re chasing feels perpetually out of reach. The truth I’ve discovered is this: growth isn’t

Growth with Purpose: How to Achieve More Meaningful Results In Your Business Strategy
Don’t Grow to Grow – Grow to Achieve Results As 2024 winds down and the pressure of this year’s budget looms, one question dominates my client meetings: “How do we grow revenue?” It’s the challenge most business owners face, and for good reason—revenue growth is a critical part of every business strategy. But what if

The 2024 Recap: Financial Management Takeaways for Franchises and Small Businesses
While by some metrics, many would say that 2024 was a great year to be a business owner. In general, American’s both spent and earned more, inflation and interest rates both came down, and unemployment remained low. Nevertheless, small businesses continue to struggle with keeping up with their larger counterparts. A lot of the national

Why Franchise Growth Hinges on Who You Recruit—and Three Strategies to Get It Right
Franchisors, here’s a big question to chew on: if your franchise isn’t scaling as you hoped, is the problem really with your product? Or could it be who you’re partnering with? While it’s tempting to think growth will happen if you have a winning concept, a great product is just one piece of the puzzle.

From Financial Chaos to Profitability – How a Robust Budget Transformed One Company’s Future
Budgeting is often seen as a mundane necessity—a mere spreadsheet that tracks expenses and income. But at Krieger Analytics, we know that budgeting is so much more than just a tracking tool. When approached strategically, a budget can act as a powerful roadmap for growth, enabling businesses to transform financial chaos into control and profitability.

Unlocking the Power of Data Analytics in Accounting: A Comprehensive Guide for 2024
In today’s fast-paced business world, understanding how to leverage data is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. The role of data analytics in accounting has evolved dramatically over the last decade, transitioning from basic financial reporting to driving strategic decision-making across entire organizations. With the right approach, businesses can harness accounting data to optimize revenue,

What Does a CFO Really Do?
Have you ever wondered what a CFO actually does? Maybe you’ve pictured someone sitting behind a mountain of spreadsheets, calculating mysterious numbers, and only surfacing for air when tax season rolls around. In reality, the life of an outsourced CFO is much more dynamic—and trust me, spreadsheets are only part of the story. From cash

How to Build a Finance Team with an Outsourced CFO That Drives Business Growth
The role of finance teams today goes far beyond just crunching numbers. In a small business, having the right financial expertise can make the difference between stagnation and growth. To truly drive success, your finance team must offer strategic insights and solutions that go beyond managing the books. This is where an outsourced CFO can

The Changing Landscape of Small Business Accounting: Why Outsourcing is the Future
In the early 2000s, Marvel Comics was facing a financial crisis. The company, now known for its blockbuster superhero movies, was struggling with massive debt and had even filed for bankruptcy in 1996. Despite having popular comic book characters, Marvel’s financial mismanagement and lack of strategic oversight had brought it to the brink of collapse.