Is ‘Inside the Jar’ Thinking Putting Your Goals At Risk?

Four ways to expose the dangers of being too close to your next big target.

“When you’re inside the jar, you cannot read the ingredient label,” was the realization from a highly experienced CEO after we worked through some gaps and opportunities she had not been able to see with a major new project. Even with an extremely well thought out plan, when your perspective is so close it’s easy for expected goals to fall short or opportunities to be overlooked.

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How to Dramatically Improve IT Road Map Outcomes

This case study highlights how an effective IT road map helped a manufacturer reduce their production inventory from 29 to 3 days and dramatically improved their cash position. It is a lesson demonstrating how CFOs can partner with operations to improve their working capital position by accelerating their cash conversion cycle.

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Crafting Your Professional Reputation: A Strategic Guide for Success

In today’s dynamic and competitive world, your professional reputation is a game-changer that can transform your career and entire life. It’s not something you should leave to chance; instead, it’s a crucial aspect of your personal brand that you should actively shape. Hoping for the best won’t cut it – you need a strategic game plan to establish yourself as an expert in your field, whether it’s Accounting, Finance, or any other domain.

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Alternatives to Traditional Funding Options

Sometime along their journey many businesses come to a crossroads where they must choose to innovate, expand, or navigate a sudden cash flow challenge. Additional capital may help them reach a particular goal or just keep the lights on. Since traditional lending methods are typically more familiar, they tend to be the more popular choice. However, there are several alternative funding options for businesses, such as invoice factoring and asset-based lines of credit, that may offer unique advantages.

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