Where Did All the Cash Go? Why Profitable Businesses Still Run Out of Money

Your business made a profit. So why isn’t there any money in the bank? This is one of the most frustrating situations for business owners, especially contractors and service businesses growing quickly. In this episode of Profit Isn’t an Accident, I break down why profit and cash are NOT the same thing and show you where your cash may actually be going. We cover: • Accounts receivable and slow-paying customers • Funding jobs before you get paid • Debt principal payments • Owner draws and distributions • Taxes • Trucks, equipment, and other asset purchases • Why fast growth can actually create a cash crisis • The five numbers every owner should be watching • Why I love a simple 13-week cash flow forecast A business can look profitable on paper and still struggle to make payroll. That’s why you cannot run your company by looking at revenue or your P&L alone. You need to know what is coming in, what is going out, what is already committed, and what your cash position is going to look like before there is a problem. If you own a contracting, construction, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or other service business and you’re constantly asking, “Where did all the money go?” start here. 👉 Want help getting clear on your numbers and finding the profit leaks in your business? Book a Profit Acceleration Session: denaliedgeconsulting.com/pas 🎙️ Subscribe to Profit Isn’t an Accident for practical conversations about profit, cash flow, leadership, systems, and building a business that doesn’t own you. Own your business. Live your life.