Profit Cash Growth
For Business Owners: This is the podcast for 6 & 7 figure business owners who are looking to grow a financially successful business. Claire Hancott is a Finance Director, Chartered Accountant and Entrepreneur and every week we explore guidance and frameworks designed to help you increase your profits, improve your cash flow and grow your business.
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12 hours ago
12 hours ago
Welcome to the Profit Cash Growth podcast where, in this engaging episode, we delve into the intriguing parallels between fitness training and building a successful business. In this surprising exchange, we underscore the importance of maintaining consistency in both the gym and business settings, drawing upon the concept of progressive overload evident in fitness. The narrative delves deep into the value of having strategic business approaches set in place, akin to thought-out gym workouts. Furthermore, we broach on the often overlooked necessity of addressing weak points, drawing parallels between 'business injuries' and our personal inclinations to avoid strenuous gym routines.
Imprinting the crucial importance of technique, we expand on how perfecting your business strategy or gym workout can yield maximum benefits. Our conversation brings in examples from sports and fitness, venturing into our personal experiences with weightlifting regimens, archery lessons, and even heart rate tracking using MyZone. We extend this comparison into the business realm, illustrating the significant role of technique and skill in achieving unprecedented growth.
An additional focal point we address is tracking. Much like how MyZone eliminates guesswork during workouts by providing real-time data on effort levels, tracking business metrics provides insight into performance. Finally, we emphasise how success, whether in the gym or business, is not about isolated efforts but a learning journey. Constantly testing, learning, adjusting, and upskilling play a pivotal role in flourishing businesses.
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A few people have asked me what they can expect from this:
I will review your business and accounts and provide you feedback on where I think you have opportunities to improve your profits, cash flow or to grow.
You can expect insights such as areas to increase your gross margin, identify your customer acquisition costs, and what could happen to your cash flow when your business grows.
Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
In this episode, we tackle the question on every entrepreneur's mind: "Is it worth it?" We delve into the advantages and potential pitfalls of using crucial business resources like bookkeepers and marketing agencies.
Our discussion kicks off with a relatable rant about potholes, segueing into our support for a local small garage business. We then shed light on Morrisons' innovative approach to driving revenue through advertising on trolleys and digital screens. We examine the worth of bookkeepers and marketing agencies in business growth, and the pros and cons of such investments. The diversity of opinions we offer on these subjects ensure this episode is a fascinating listen for anyone seeking business growth.
We also engage in a riveting discussion on the importance of investing in outsourcing, focusing on marketing agencies and personal assistants. Our host Simon shares his beliefs on how such investments, despite their low entry barrier, can yield high returns. The episode underscores the potential to buy time for high-value tasks by outsourcing more routine ventures.
We delve deeper into the essentials every business owner must consider, including virtual assistants, company cars and finance brokers. The metric of success here is whether these investments pay off in the end. Additionally, we discuss the role finance brokers play in fostering business growth, emphasizing their contributions to seamless loan and credit transactions.
As a bonus, we recommend an inspiring Netflix series, The Playlist, chronicling the journey of Spotify. This episode is a treasure trove of debates, insights and invaluable advice for all aspiring and accomplished entrepreneurs.
https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitCashGrowth
www.profitcashgrowth.com
Get Your Complimentary Business Finance Review! Book It On Our Website...
A few people have asked me what they can expect from this:
I will review your business and accounts and provide you feedback on where I think you have opportunities to improve your profits, cash flow or to grow.
You can expect insights such as areas to increase your gross margin, identify your customer acquisition costs, and what could happen to your cash flow when your business grows.
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
In the latest episode of the Profit Cash Growth podcast, we expose the concerning predictive failures of the Bank of England and deliver an in-depth exploration of essential cash flow strategies for business owners. This episode is not only insightful but also offers practical financial solutions for businesses looking to thrive in a fluctuating economy.
We have finance expert Claire Hancott providing a deep dive into the fundamentals of cash flow. Uncovering the common pitfalls associated with online bookkeeping systems, she highlights the pivotal understanding of cash flow beyond just monitoring bank accounts. Claire provides a clear framework for tracking your business's cash flow from start to finish, emphasizing key considerations for achieving optimal financial management.
https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitCashGrowth
www.profitcashgrowth.com
Contact Us For Your Complimentary Business Finance Review!
A few people have asked me what they can expect from this:
I will review your business and accounts and provide you feedback on where I think you have opportunities to improve your profits, cash flow or to grow.
You can expect insights such as areas to increase your gross margin, identify your customer acquisition costs, and what could happen to your cash flow when your business grows.
Contact claire@profitcashgrowth.com
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Join us on The Profit Cash Growth Podcast in our highly anticipated episode targeting six and seven-figure business owners. This podcast offers actionable advice to help your business thrive, with a special focus on profit and cash flow improvement strategies delivered by our experienced co-host, Claire Hancott. Explore the future of Tesla, decipher the reason behind their declining sales, and unravel the impact on the EV market in this riveting discussion.
Our episode takes a deep dive into the three monthly sales metrics crucial for your business's growth. Redefine understanding 'profit' and 'loss' with incisive insights into business development, sales, account management, and customer service metrics. We delve into the remarkable potential of customer retention strategies, emphasising turnkey concepts such as "Turnover is vanity, profit is sanity, and cash flow is reality".
We understand the challenges of navigating the data analytics world, so we discuss the importance of maintaining a high-quality CRM system and data benchmarking. Uncover the power of tracking the entire sales journey, and explore how effective sales analysis systems can revolutionise your business decisions.
In our weekly Profit Cash Growth extra, we discuss the convenience of scanning directly into Google Drive. This information-packed episode serves as an essential guide to bolster your business processes and decision-making quarter. So, don't miss out and tune in now!
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Contact Us For Your Complimentary Business Finance Review!
A few people have asked me what they can expect from this:
I will review your business and accounts and provide you feedback on where I think you have opportunities to improve your profits, cash flow or to grow.
You can expect insights such as areas to increase your gross margin, identify your customer acquisition costs, and what could happen to your cash flow when your business grows.
Contact claire@profitcashgrowth.com
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
In this thrilling episode of the Profit Cash Growth Podcast, hosts Claire Hancott and her co-host Simon discuss a crucial aspect that plagues six and seven-figure business owners - should they reinvest profits into their business or enjoy the immediate benefits?
With a firm eye on business growth, the conversation emphasises the importance of considering profit reinvestment over short-term gains. The speakers highlight the concept of nurturing a long-term asset, and exploring the possibility of diversifying investments. They challenge traditional thoughts by comparing property investments to business reinvestments, sparking a heated debate on resource allocation for optimal returns.
Delving deeper, the co-hosts explore technology and equipment investments as alternatives to labor costs and probe the fragile financial expectations of startups. The conversation questions the salaries of business leaders, their roles, and the overall effect on business growth. This discussion dares to rethink whether immediate personal benefits outweigh the contemplative practice of reinvesting business profits.
In a thought-provoking segment on economic growth, the episode dissects the common failings of businesses overlooking inflation-adjusted growth. Touching upon Bill Perkin's "Die with Zero" concept, the hosts uncover the importance of an aggressive accumulation phase and effective wealth utilisation. They discuss the value of financial flexibility and resilience, finally agreeing on a harmonious blend between reinvesting and profiting, to drive long-term growth.
Closing this insightful episode, the co-hosts guide listeners to a handy app recommendation for mileage logs, reinforcing the significance of technology in contemporary business strategies. Join this intricate dialogue that leaves listeners deliberating the best path to tread - immediate profit enjoyment or strategic business reinvestment.
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Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Experience dynamic discussions surrounding modern commerce with the Profit Cash Growth Podcast. Join your hosts, Simon and Claire, as they unravel economic complexities through the analogy of an Easter egg hunt. Dive deeper into the discussion of supply-demand mismatches and how seasonal fluctuations impact businesses on a global scale. Learn how seasonal challenges affect local economies, as we delve into consumer spending habits and emerging retail trends. We engage in a case study on a transport company, highlighting bread-and-butter issues tied to their business peaks and troughs. Gain valuable insights from our exploration into strategies for fortifying seasonal businesses against cyclical downturns. Claire, a finance director and chartered accountant, provides invaluable advice to businesses striving to increase profits, improve cash flow and achieve sustainable growth. Understand the importance of strategic management for businesses with peak and trough trends. Discover tactics to lessen dependency on seasonality by diversifying customer sources and product ranges, and recognizing different industry types as significant considerations for sales data. Discover the power of cash flow management, and understand how to maintain financial stability throughout the year. Learn how a rolling cash flow forecast, breaking the business down per month or quarter and integrating online tools into your daily operations can enhance your business strategy.In our Profit Cash Growth Extra segment, we share essential pointers and additional tips, including the integration of online browsers, such as Google Chrome, into your daily workflows using tab grouping. Join us in this compelling episode and take your business strategy to the next level. Tune in now to boost your profits, elevate cash flow and fuel sustainable business growth.
The Profit Cash Growth Assessment https://profit-cash-growth-pg9maszv.scoreapp.com
https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitCashGrowth
www.profitcashgrowth.com
50% Off Your First 3 Months Management Accounts!
If you think your business could benefit from management accounts and a monthly commentary from an experienced Finance Director why not try it half price for the first 3 months.
Contact claire@profitcashgrowth.com
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Join us in an enlightening episode of the Profit Cash Growth Podcast, where in the news we dissect the success behind the UK multi-channel retail titan, Next PLC. Uncover their growth strategies, acquisitions, and prolific online approach that are projected to propel them past the £1 billion annual profit margin. Discover how this influential retail multinational leverages the strength of numbers innovatively and effectively.
In this week's deep dive, we journey into the underrated cornerstone of any successful business - management accounts. Co-host and chartered management accountant, Claire, shares her knowledge by explaining the what, why, and how of management accounts. Grasp the nuanced differences between management accounts and annual accounts, the magic of customisation, and their role in providing businesses with highly intuitive cost and revenue analytics.
We also provide a comprehensive guide on customizing management accounts to suit the needs of your business, irrespective of whether you utilise QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage. Determine if a bookkeeper or a chartered management accountant would best serve your business customisation needs. Delve into understanding your cash flow, P&L, and KPI reports, and how these reports can direct your focus to critical business aspects.
Concluding in Profit Cash Growth Extra with an exciting revelation about an underutilised tool in the iPhone's notes application, this episode promises to be an insightful exploration of management accounts. Whether you are a business owner or an accountant, this episode pledges to equip you with key insights necessary for efficient business management.
The Profit Cash Growth Assessment https://profit-cash-growth-pg9maszv.scoreapp.com
https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitCashGrowth
www.profitcashgrowth.com
50% Off Your First 3 Months Management Accounts!
If you think your business could benefit from management accounts and a monthly commentary from an experienced Finance Director why not try it half price for the first 3 months.
Contact claire@profitcashgrowth.com
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Welcome to this insightful episode of the Profit Cash Growth Podcast, your guide to scaling your business. This episode is co-hosted by Claire Hancock, a financial director, chartered accountant and entrepreneur, who shares weekly wisdom targeted at augmenting your cash flow, magnifying your profits, and growing your business.
The spotlight of this episode is on an urgent issue that affects one million 16 to 24-year-olds in the UK who are neither in full-time education nor employment - the NEETs. We analyse the disparity between workforce demand and this untapped talent, discussing the reasons for these youngsters' employment struggles.
In our analysis, we discuss factors such as rising mental health difficulties affecting young people, reflecting on the societal norms contributing to these issues. From an employers' standpoint, we emphasise the importance of understanding this generation's dynamics and highlight the need for adjustments in the hiring process to attract them.
This week's deep dive extends to business rebates. The concept of rebates in improving customer spending, strategic business growth, and outperforming the competition is elaborated on. The strategies for implementing rebates and the significance of establishing growth-oriented rebates over customer-retention ones are presented.
In profit cash growth extra we articulate top tips for dealing with HMRC and the concept of the agents' helpline. Lastly, we remind business owners to ensure their accounting partners are acting as their agents for maximum efficiency.
Join us in this episode to expand your knowledge horizons and grow not only your business but also your understanding of the untapped youthful potential!
The Profit Cash Growth Assessment https://profit-cash-growth-pg9maszv.scoreapp.com
https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitCashGrowth
www.profitcashgrowth.com
Contact Us For Your Complimentary Business Finance Review!
A few people have asked me what they can expect from this:
I will review your business and accounts and provide you feedback on where I think you have opportunities to improve your profits, cash flow or to grow.
You can expect insights such as areas to increase your gross margin, identify your customer acquisition costs, and what could happen to your cash flow when your business grows.
Contact claire@profitcashgrowth.com
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
In the news, Greggs overtakes Mcdonalds as the king of breakfast. We talk all about Cash Flow Cycles and how you should be analysing these in your business.
The Profit Cash Growth Assessment https://profit-cash-growth-pg9maszv.scoreapp.com
https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitCashGrowth
www.profitcashgrowth.com
Contact Us For Your Complimentary Business Finance Review!
A few people have asked me what they can expect from this:
I will review your business and accounts and provide you feedback on where I think you have opportunities to improve your profits, cash flow or to grow.
You can expect insights such as areas to increase your gross margin, identify your customer acquisition costs, and what could happen to your cash flow when your business grows.
Contact claire@profitcashgrowth.com
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
In today's podcast we review the budget and whether there's anything for small businesses to hang their hat on.
The Profit Cash Growth Assessment https://profit-cash-growth-pg9maszv.scoreapp.com
https://www.youtube.com/@ProfitCashGrowth
www.profitcashgrowth.com
Contact Us For Your Complimentary Business Review!
A few people have asked me what they can expect from this:
I will review your business and accounts and provide you feedback on where I think you have opportunities to improve your profits, cash flow or to grow.
You can expect insights such as areas to increase your gross margin, identify your customer acquisition costs, and what could happen to your cash flow when your business grows.
Contact claire@profitcashgrowth.com
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