Business Advice Tip 4: Know your numbers
In my experience, 90% of business owners do not have and/or understand the key numbers for their business. What could be more imperative than knowing the margins your company makes on every product or service? Do you know your important ratios and how they compare with similar companies in your industry or profession? Are you currently spending above or within your means?
In these tough times, consider trying to renegotiate the lease on your business facilities and/or equipment. Also possibly ask your credit card company to lower the interest rate on any balance you carry. Consider taking advantage of early payment discounts to your vendors. But don’t make any payment before it is actually due unless early payment discounts are to your long-term advantage
Lastly, it is always a good practice to have a personal budget for your household.
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