Small Business Cash Flow Strategies for Making Your Business a Financial Success

by O'Berry, Denise

• ISBN13: 9780470040973
• ISBN10: 0470040971
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-10-27
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Many small business owners don't understand the importance of maintaining a healthy cash flow. More than anything else, cash flow determines the success or failure of a small business. Small Business Cash Flow covers all the basics of cash flow, from selecting a great accountant, to keeping money flowing in and out of the business, to budgeting and record-keeping.

Author Biography

DENISE O'BERRY is an entrepreneur who helps small business owners set priorities and take action to grow their businesses. She speaks to professional organizations, writes the "Just for Small Business" column, hosts the "Minding Your Own Business" online forum for small business owners, and leads Small Business Matters, an exclusive members-only club. She is frequently published and appears as an expert on small business issues on a variety of television and radio programs.

Table of Contents

About the Author	vii
Preface	ix
CHAPTER 1 Understanding Cash Flow—Your Number-One Priority	1	(8)
CHAPTER 2 Your Business Partner—The Accountant	9	(16)
CHAPTER 3 How Money Works in Your Business	25	(12)
CHAPTER 4 Finding and Keeping Cash in Your Business	37	(14)
CHAPTER 5 Record Keeping Isn't Drudge Work; It's Priceless History	51	(18)
CHAPTER 6 Charging the Best Price to Keep Your Business Healthy	69	(12)
CHAPTER 7 Using Your Hidden Cash Resources to Grow Your Business	81	(34)
CHAPTER 8 Marketing—Your Cash Generator	115	(32)
CHAPTER 9 Resources	147	(48)
Recommended Reading	195	(2)
Web Sites to Visit	197	(2)
Index	199