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Why VCs Should Care if Their PortCos Have a Bookkeeper Who Actually Gets It

Dear VC, Let’s be real: most early-stage startups don’t need a CFO. What they do need is a bookkeeper who doesn’t suck. I’m talking about someone who knows how to do more than just categorize DoorDash receipts and dump a stack of journal entries into QuickBooks. I mean a bookkeeper who actually understands what matters […]

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Revenue’s Not Real Until It Hits Your Account

Let’s talk about the number that makes entrepreneurs puff up their chests on Instagram: revenue. “Look at this $10k month!”“We’re on track for six figures!”“I just landed a $50k client!” Cool. But did any of that money actually… show up in your bank account? Because here’s the deal: revenue isn’t real until it clears. 1.

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Term Sheets & Trapdoors: What Every Ambitious Founder Needs to Know Before Signing Their Soul Away

If you’re a founder with a glint in your eye and a pitch deck in your hand, chances are the day will come when an investor slides a term sheet across the table. Cue the dramatic music. It’s a milestone moment—but it’s also a minefield. A term sheet isn’t just paper and promises; it’s a

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Cash Flow Isn’t a Vibe—It’s a System

Let’s start with a hard truth:If you’re running your business on vibes and Venmo notifications, your cash flow is not “aligned”—it’s accidental. Look, I get it. You’re out here doing the work, following your intuition, and trusting that the money will keep flowing because it always somehow does. But “somehow” is not a plan.Cash flow

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Pay Yourself

Yes, You Can Pay Yourself—Here’s How to Make It Happen

Let’s address the elephant in your bank account: You run the whole damn business.You carry the vision, the client calls, the late nights, the taxes, the drama.But you’re the last one to get paid? Nah. That ends here. You are not an unpaid intern in your own company.Let’s fix that. 1. You’re Not Greedy. You’re

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How to Stop Running Your Business Like a Hobby

Let’s have an honest moment, entrepreneur to entrepreneur. You didn’t start your business just to stay busy.You didn’t start it to look successful on Instagram.And I’m guessing you didn’t start it to make “just enough” to feel exhausted and still not pay yourself. So why does it feel like you’re stuck playing dress-up with your

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Your Money Problems Aren’t About Money. They’re About Fear.

You think your problem is money. It’s not. It’s fear. You’re not just checking your bank balance. You’re checking your worth. Every time you send an invoice, quote your prices, look at sales—or avoid looking at all—you’re not just running a business. You’re riding a rollercoaster of self-worth, shame, anxiety, and longing. That thing that

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A Guide to SBA Financing for Small Businesses: How to Secure the Funding You Need

Small businesses often need access to capital to grow, but securing financing can be a challenge. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers various loan programs designed to help small business owners obtain the funding they need with favorable terms. In this guide, we’ll explore the different types of SBA loans, their benefits, the application

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Is Your Business Financially Healthy? A Simple 5-Minute Check

As a business owner, you work hard to grow your company, serve your customers, and stay ahead of the competition. But do you know if your business is truly financially healthy? Many small business owners focus on sales and revenue but overlook key financial indicators that determine long-term stability and success. Let’s break down what

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