Spot Cash Flow Dangers Before They Kill Your Plan

Review your last project’s cash inflows and outflows. Sketch out on paper when money actually came in versus when big expenses went out.

Identify timing mismatches between profit and cash. Look for gaps such as delayed client payments or large up-front inventory purchases that weren’t immediately offset by sales.

Flag one risk and brainstorm a solution. Choose a potential cash crunch (e.g., customer slow to pay) and write one practical fix (e.g., change payment terms, negotiate with vendors, use short-term financing).