5 Cash Flow Leaks Draining Your Business Right Now
Most business owners are not losing money through bad decisions or reckless spending. They are losing it through the slow, invisible drain of cash flow leaks that go unnoticed until they have already done real damage. When I sit down with founders to review their financials, the pattern is remarkably consistent: the biggest threats are […]
What A £5M Business Looks Like
What a £5M business looks like financially is fundamentally different from a £500k or £2M business. It runs on deliberate systems, predictable cash flow, clean margins, and leading indicators not gut feel. This guide breaks down the exact financial profile, KPIs, and infrastructure you need to build in order to reach and sustain £5M in […]
How to Know if Your Pricing is Profitable (And What to Do If It Isn’t)
You’re taking orders, delivering work, sending invoices. Business is ticking along. But at the end of each month, you find yourself wondering: where has all the money gone? If that sounds familiar, the answer might not lie in your costs, your team, or your processes, it could lie in your pricing. Knowing how to tell […]
Cash Flow Problems During Business Growth: Why Scaling Smart Beats Scaling Fast
Cash flow problems during business growth are one of the leading causes of financial stress for ambitious founders even when sales are rising. Pauline Healey, founder of Logical BI and outsourced CFO to manufacturers and service businesses, explains why growth without financial control can tip a thriving company into crisis, and what to do instead. […]
Business Plan for Investment: What You Need to Know
Why Your Business Plan for Investment Matters More Than You Think If you’re preparing a Business Plan for Investment, whether that’s seed funding, angel investors or growth capital – you’ll already know it’s more than “just a document.” It’s your story. It’s your strategy. And it’s your financial truth all rolled into one. The problem? Plenty of good businesses miss out on funding not because their idea isn’t strong, but because their business plan doesn’t show investors the clarity, capability or […]
Four Tips for Improving Your Decision Making Process
Making the best choice for your business can often prove challenging. Luckily, there are ways to make your decision making skills better. People who can make the right decision at a moment’s notice are always well-respected among their peers. It might seem like this ability comes naturally. But in reality, it’s a skill you can […]
Impactful reporting: A management reporting framework for success
Many business owners are familiar with the need for a profit and loss account and balance sheet reporting. However, fewer may understand the value of creating a management reporting framework that encompasses wider key performance indicators and multifunctional outputs. Management reporting is vital for monitoring the health of the business, understanding variances to plan and […]
Top Tips to Manage and Forecast Your Business Cash Flow
Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Without it, even profitable businesses can struggle, while those who master it gain stability, growth, and financial confidence. As an outsourced CFO, I’ve helped countless business owners get a grip on their cash flow; and trust me, it’s not as complicated as it sounds. Here are simple, […]
How can I reduce business costs?
As business owners, how much profit we make is key to whether our business is viable or not. There are several ways to determine if your business is successful but ultimately, if you are not making a profit, most of us will struggle to maintain a business at a loss. Knowing how much money is […]
What is a Portfolio Finance Director?
A Portfolio Finance Director (‘FD’) can be an integral part of a business. The Portfolio FD operates the same as a Finance Director but on a part-time basis. They create and control the budget to ensure that all financial targets and regulations are adhered to; whilst offering financial guidance and advice. Their main task is […]