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How Middle Market Companies Can Avoid a Liquidity Crisis

Harvard Business

Managers tend to think about liquidity as a finance issue, but in face the behaviors of the sales and operations team — and how they communicate and work together — can have a direct affect on a company’s cash position. Following these steps can reduce a company’s working capital needs and increase earnings and cash flow.

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Investment Banking 101: Understanding the Industry

Tom Spencer

Investment bankers work on behalf of both individual and institutional clients to raise capital by issuing securities, as well as to advise clients on financial matters such as mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate finance activities. Investment bankers may also be involved in the creation and distribution of new securities.

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Optimizing Project Accounting: A Game-Changer for Professional Services

Progressus

Ultimately, these hurdles jeopardize the firms’ ability to set and achieve short-term and long-term objectives, forecast cash flows, and strategize for the future. For companies where projects are the heartbeat, sales, marketing, and client servicing are the vital vessels supporting this heartbeat.

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Unlocking Business Profit Potential

Business Consulting Agency

Review income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow to identify areas that impact profitability. Consider cross-selling, upselling, and expanding into new markets. Sales and Marketing Optimization : Evaluate your sales and marketing efforts. Ensure these goals align with your long-term financial strategy.

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Navigating the Crossroads: Project Management vs. Project Accounting Software

Progressus

For example, a marketing agency can use Project Management software to track the progress of various campaigns, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource allocation. Budget Control: Helps avoid cost overruns and manage project finances proactively.

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China Faces "Minsky Moment" on Ponzi Financing

MishTalk

Inquiring minds are tuning into a report on the Ponzi finance setup in China. We have described in detail over the past two years how we believe China’s twin excesses (excessive investment funded by excessive debt) will inevitably unwind, causing a substantial slowdown in China’s economy, significantly below market expectations.

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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Professional Services Firms

Progressus

Utilization goals must strike a balance between short-term revenue targets and long-term considerations to avoid burnout or underutilization, which can lead to cash flow issues. Adapting to changing market conditions and addressing clients’ evolving needs become imperative when growth slows.