Planning for uncertainty: financial strategy in a volatile market means building a plan that can handle fast shifts in trends and prices. Markets dart this
7 financial strategy mistakes owners make include not having clear goals, not tracking spending well, or missing the moment to pivot. Owners sometimes respond late
About why businesses without financial strategies stall out. Absent rules for budgets or cash flow, leaders can overlook early indicators of trouble. Teams might not
To build a strategic plan that aligns with your cash flow means setting clear steps and goals that match the money coming in and going
When a financial strategy really works, it pairs real goals to clear plans, uses numbers to direct decisions, and remains adaptable in a shifting marketplace.
With 27 years of experience, Joel S. Smith, CPA helps business owners make sense of their finances and drive profitability. A UC Berkeley grad with a Master’s in Taxation, he’s a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Joel has worked across industries like real estate, construction, and professional services. As a member of the CFO Project, he provides business owners with the clarity and strategy they need to grow.
