6 Financial Tips For Entrepreneurs Launching Their Business

 
05/07/2020

Launching a new startup has its own set of challenges and obstacles. And that’s what makes an entrepreneur’s journey engaging and interesting. Unfortunately, exceptional entrepreneur’s skills and a truly amazing business idea cannot guarantee business success. What will really ensure your business success is how careful are you with your financial side of the business.

Here’s what you can do while you are launching your business or are in the early phase of your startup.

1. Maintain a steady cash flow

82% of small businesses fail due to poor cash flow management. Therefore, you need to stay on top of your cash flow to understand where your money is going and from where it is coming. Ignoring your cash flow can put your business at risk of failing. Regardless of how brilliant your business idea is, if you don’t have the money to run it, you’ll eventually hit the brick wall. 

2. Monitor your spending

When your startup is off the ground, you’ll be hit with expenses from every direction. The only way to control the situation is to keep close track of your finances.

For a startup, every penny counts. Don’t overlook small expenses because they can pile up and can be big enough to impact the bottom line.

3. Limit your fixed expenses

If you are in the initial stage of your startup, keep your expenses low for business longevity. Get your priorities straight. Don’t invest in an elaborate office in the heart of the city and over the top amenities. Operate with a very thin budget and allocate a major chunk of your capital towards business growth. 

4. Focus on acquiring new customers and retaining the existing ones

Your focus at this stage of the business should be on acquiring new customers. Figure out ways to acquire new customers. The sooner you figure it out, the higher will be your chances of making your business a success. You can start off by identifying various customer acquisition channels and then working towards reducing the cost of customer acquisition.

Acquiring new customers should not be your only focus; you should also make efforts to retain them. Keep your customers engaged and build their loyalty by showing appreciation through discounts and promotional offers.

5. Stay optimistic but stay prepared for the worst

An entrepreneur’s journey is unpredictable, and probably that’s the reason why it is exciting. While you cannot expect what can happen when you start your business, the least you can do is be prepared for the worst. Don’t quit your job as yet. Wait until your business makes enough money to replace that income.

Keep emergency stash -- both personal and business. You’ll face various cash flow problems during this period. In some situations, you may have to act fast. In some situations, your emergency cash may not be enough to get you out of the financial situation. In situations like these, you should consider financing options like a business line of credit, personal loan, equity funding, business loan, or crowdfunding. These funding options will enhance your liquidity without compromising your company’s future.

6. Make sure to compensate yourself

Unfortunately, your commitment and dedication to your business cannot put the food on your table. Make sure you pay yourself – not a fat salary but just enough to live comfortably.

 



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