Are budgets holding your business back?

In this episode of Cash Flow Confidence, Shelby Ashley explains why she prefers target setting instead of traditional budgeting when helping business owners plan for growth.

Many business owners think of budgets as restrictive or limiting. Shelby shares why shifting your mindset from budgeting to setting financial targets can help you stay focused on growth, make better decisions, and maintain a healthier mindset around money in your business.

In this episode, Shelby covers: • Why the word budget can create a restrictive mindset • The difference between budgeting and target setting • Why planning at least 12 months ahead is important • How to set targets for leads, revenue, expenses, profit, and cash flow • Why targets encourage growth and push you outside your comfort zone • A helpful analogy comparing dieting vs. training for a marathon

If you're planning for the year ahead and want a clearer path toward stronger cash flow, this episode will help you rethink how you approach financial planning in your business.

If you're not sure where to start with your numbers or want help creating clear financial targets for your business, reach out using the contact information in the show notes.

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