Humanize the Workplace by Mindful Business Alliance

The Hidden Cost of 90-Day Payment Terms


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Delayed payments shouldn't be a strategy—but for many corporations, 60- to 120-day terms have become standard practice. In this episode, Chuck & Andrew examine how "interest-free loans" from vendors distort cash flow, inflate prices, and erode trust across supply chains.

Key points you'll hear:

  • From 30 to 90+ days: how payment terms crept up and what it really costs both sides.

  • "No P.O., No Dinero": the administrative maze that slows down innovation and strains relationships.

  • Financial ripple effects: debt, staffing risk, and price hikes vendors use to survive long cycles.

  • Mindful business playbook: transparent negotiations, tiered pricing for prompt pay, and shared KPIs that align finance with values.

  • Accountability in action: public watch-lists like the UK's Good Business Pay initiative and why naming (not shaming) drives reform.

Whether you manage procurement, run a service firm, or simply care about sustainable business, this conversation delivers clear-eyed insights and actionable steps to ensure everyone—not just the balance sheet—wins.

Links & Resources

  • GoodBusinessPay late-payment watch-list: https://goodbusinesspay.com

  • Connect with Chuck & Andrew on LinkedIn

  • Subscribe for weekly insights on building mindful, sustainable businesses

For more insights and resources, visit https://mindfulbusinessalliance.com/humanize-the-workplace-podcast/

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Humanize the Workplace by Mindful Business AllianceBy Mindful Business Alliance with Chuck Allen & Andrew Sheridan