Consultants and Money

103. Forecasting for Real Life: How to Plan for Paychecks, Hiring, and Dry Spells


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Erica explains the importance of financial forecasting for solo consultants and small businesses. She covers how forecasting can help in stabilizing income, planning for hires, and managing cash flow during slow periods. Erica provides practical steps to start forecasting, such as listing current revenue, fixed monthly costs, owner distributions, and upcoming expenses.

00:00 Intro

01:15 Understanding Forecasting

03:18 The Importance of Forecasting for Business Owners

06:09 Steps to Start Forecasting

07:35 Practical Exercise for Forecasting

09:07 Client Case Study on Forecasting

11:12 Final Thoughts on Forecasting

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