The steps I work through to consistently make good money in my small business
Jan 31, 2024
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In this coaching episode, Fiona guides small business owners through the critical process of Money Mapping. Topics discussed include reviewing the prior year, mapping out revenue streams, and emphasizing the importance of financial planning. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on personal business growth and take a strategic approach to ensure success and sustainability.
Determining your thrive figure is essential for financial success in a small business, which involves mapping out revenue streams and financial goals.
Evaluating profitability, optimizing financial systems, and seeking guidance help make informed decisions when mapping out finances.
Effective marketing tactics that align with revenue stream goals and adapt based on the yearly calendar and audience needs are crucial for driving revenue growth.
Deep dives
Creating a Thrive Figure
To achieve financial success as a small business owner, it is crucial to determine your thrive figure, which includes mapping out your revenue streams and financial goals. This process involves reviewing the previous year, assessing big expenses, identifying periods of reduced work availability, calculating the survive rate (minimum required income), and adding desired achievements and their associated costs to determine the thrive figure. Each revenue stream should have a target goal that, when combined, equals the thrive figure. It is essential to regularly review and adjust these goals, consider profitability, plan marketing strategies, evaluate support systems, and improve financial literacy to stay focused on achieving your financial objectives.
Practical Financial Considerations
When mapping out your finances, there are practical factors to consider, such as banking setup, accounting services, bookkeeping, and financial planning. Evaluating the profitability of each revenue stream helps identify areas for improvement. Regularly reviewing and optimizing your financial systems, as well as seeking guidance from experts, ensures you are making informed decisions. Practical changes may involve changing banking providers, improving support services, and investing in financial education through books, courses, or podcasts.
Marketing Strategies
Effective marketing is crucial for driving revenue streams. It's essential to plan and execute marketing tactics that align with each revenue stream's goals. This may involve exploring new platforms, collaborations, strategies, and approaches to reach your target audience. Incorporating recurrent revenue streams, such as subscriptions, stabilizes income. Adapting marketing efforts based on the yearly calendar, industry events, and audience needs is key to successfully promoting your products or services.
Financial Review and Adaptation
Regularly reviewing and adapting your financial plans is essential to account for changing market conditions, expenses, and income goals. Conducting a thorough review of the previous year and setting realistic goals for the upcoming year helps ensure financial stability and growth. Adjustments may be necessary based on factors such as inflation, emergency funds, interest rate fluctuations, or unforeseen external events. By consistently evaluating and adapting your financial strategies, you can stay on track to achieve your thrive figure.
Mindset and Financial Literacy
Developing a positive mindset and continuously expanding your financial literacy are crucial components of achieving your financial goals. Nurture a mindset that believes in and visualizes your financial success. Actively seek resources, such as books or courses, to enhance your financial knowledge and skills. By cultivating a growth-oriented mindset and expanding your financial education, you will be better equipped to make informed decisions and effectively manage your business finances.
How can you make money in a small business? In this episode, Fiona dives into the critical process of Money Mapping. She guides listeners through the steps. Tune in!
You'll Learn How To:
Reflecting on personal business growth
Emphasizing the significance of Money Mapping
Exploring the steps of reviewing the prior year
Discussing periods of reduced work availability
Mapping out revenue streams
Encouraging a strategic approach to financial planning
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