Most CEOs and CFOs are paying close attention to cash. The problem is that cash drain may not be on the balance sheet yet. It is the financial symptom of unresolved leaks in people, strategy, and execution. Imagine you are filling a bucket with water. If there are no leaks, the rate of filling the bucket depends entirely on how much…
You look at your bank account and think, “Finally. We’re getting ahead.” A few weeks later, it’s gone. Not because sales stopped. Not because you made a bad decision. Because cash has a way of disappearing when there’s no system to protect it. At Assured Strategy, we see this with business owners all the time….
You worked hard to grow your business. Revenue is climbing. New customers are coming through the door. You’re hiring, expanding, adding locations or services. Everything looks great on the surface, so why does your bank account keep shrinking? This is what I call the Cash Trap, and it is one of the most dangerous and misunderstood threats facing fast-growing companies….
An Honest Assessment from a 16-Year Scaling Up Coach David Chavez I’ve been coaching companies with Scaling Up for 16 years, but my journey with the system started long before that. I first encountered Verne Harnish in 2001, applied Scaling Up in my CPA firm in 2003, and sold that firm in 2007 after tripling…
In times of uncertainty, the natural human instinct is to retreat, analyze, and wait for clarity. Yet history rewards those who dare to act boldly despite the fog of the unknown. What empowers such boldness isn’t blind risk-taking, but the strategic use of a positive narrative—a compelling story that reframes uncertainty as opportunity, aligns people…
In the fast pace of business, pressure is constant. Deadlines loom, emotions rise, and decisions must be made quickly. But in those crucial moments — between stimulus and response — lies a hidden superpower every leader can cultivate: the pause. Pause, Then Respond Something happens — an email comes in, a team member drops the…
When reading articles about cash, most tell you silly things, like improving your invoicing, managing your receivables, and stretching paying your payables. Now, all these suggestions aren’t bad, but they’re simple suggestions from people who really do not understand the complexities of cash in a business. Should you look at the quick fixes?
The journey of scaling up your business is an exhilarating yet challenging path that requires more than just a visionary idea and a passionate team. A crucial element in this process is the art of raising capital. This blog post will delve into various avenues for acquiring funding while ensuring that your company’s long-term goals…
As you scale your business, you must make key decisions in four areas: People, Strategy, Execution, and Cash. Strategy is how you generate revenue. Execution is how you turn revenue into profit. Cash is the fuel you need for your growth. People is how you get it all done. Let’s start with Strategy. When you…
In today’s dynamic business environment, achieving profitable growth is paramount for sustainability and success. Many companies, however, find themselves struggling to scale effectively without compromising their cash flow. This is where the Scaling Up methodology comes into play—a strategic framework designed to drive growth while enhancing cash generation. In this blog post, we will dive…