Navigating 2025’s economic uncertainty can feel like a full-time job. Between inflation, interest rate fluctuations, new tariffs, and slowing consumer confidence, many small business owners and franchisors are stuck wondering: What now?
In this episode of Beyond the Balance Sheet, fractional CFO and Krieger Analytics founder Matt Krieger shares how smart businesses are rethinking their financial strategies—and why “good debt” might be your brand’s most underused growth tool.
Whether you’re a founder, franchisor, or growth-stage business leader, this episode offers practical financial insights and real-world examples of what’s working (and what’s not) right now.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The difference between good debt and bad debt—and how to use leverage strategically
✅ Why now might actually be the smartest time to raise prices
✅ What lenders really want to see in your financials
✅ How high-performing franchisors are helping their franchisees survive (and thrive)
✅ The most common mistake small businesses make when managing their books
Matt also breaks down April’s most important small business headlines—from recession rumors to government policy updates—so you can stay ahead of the curve.
Who This Episode Is For:
This episode is a must-listen for:
- Franchisors looking to strengthen unit-level profitability
- Small business owners navigating growth in an unpredictable market
- Operators tired of financial guesswork and ready for data-driven support
- Brands considering outsourced CFO or bookkeeping services
🎧 Listen Now:
This episode of Beyond the Balance Sheet is available on all major platforms, including:
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Google Podcasts
- Amazon Music
And don’t forget to catch the last 3 episodes—each one is packed with tactical advice for financial clarity, franchise growth, and confident decision-making.
Want More?
Visit www.k-analytics.com to learn more about working with a fractional CFO, explore our bookkeeping solutions for franchisors, and access more insights like this.
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