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How to Run a Productive Monthly Business Plan Review Meeting

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This article, which originally appeared on our LivePlan Blog , is part of our “Business Planning Guide” —a curated list of our articles that will help you with the planning process! For us, business planning isn’t just a one-time or annual event. Most importantly, we review our cash position and cash flow.

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How to Write a Business Plan for a Subscription Box Service

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There are several different types of business plans that can help you stay on track. If you’re seeking a bank loan or outside investment, you probably need a traditional business plan. But if you’re writing a plan as an internal guide for strategic growth, you should consider a lighter version— a Lean Plan.

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10 Things Every Small Business Needs To Do

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There are a series of “levers” in your business that will affect your cash position. The more you can track data and use data to make business decisions, the better your decisions will be. Business Planning Finance Sales & Marketing business advice Sabrina Parsons small business startup advice'

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The Key Elements of the Financial Plan

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Financial experts will have different opinions about what should be included in a financial plan, depending on the type of business you have and what you’re trying to accomplish with your business plan. No business plan is complete without a cash flow plan.

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How Sales Quote Software Can Help Your Small Business Grow

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Often times the most costly aspect of your business is the amount of time it takes to do simple tasks. But like a business planning tool, such as LivePlan , can help simplify updating your business financials, so can a quoting tool simplify your sales process.

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What to Look for in Equipment Hire Management Software

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Finally, an ERM software should be able to help the business keep track of all its financials accurately and in real time. Some of the financial management features expected are cash position management, automated processing, precise invoicing and financial performance monitoring.