Episode Information: We discuss the importance of having and testing accounting controls to prevent cash losses.

Episode Information: We continue our discussion with Alan Beard, who explains how to minimize risk when setting up an overseas subsidiary.

Episode Information: We talk with Alan Beard, Managing Director of Interlink Capital Strategies, about the risks and benefits of exporting for U.S. companies.

Episode Information: The third in a series, we discuss purchase order financing, which enables a seller to finance the purchase of inventory and the manufacture of a product upon receipt of a customer's purchase order.

Episode Information: The second in a series on international business, we look at the documentary letter of credit, a financial instrument that ensures the seller is paid for his product, and that the buyer receives exactly what he ordered.

Episode Information: The first of a series dealing with payment and financing for companies doing business internationally. We look at forfaiting, a method of financing equipment sales to overseas customers.

Episode Information: The final podcast in the series, we look at cash flow management reports and bank services that help you manage your cash flow.

Episode Information: We discuss the inventory component of the cash flow cycle and how your treatment of inventory affects your cash flow.

Episode Information: In this third segment of our series on cash flow, we examine the receivable component of the cash flow cycle, the factors that affect your receipt of funds and what you can do to accelerate the collection of funds.

Episode Information: In the second podcast of our series on cash flow, we define the cash flow cycle, its importance, and how to analyze it to determine how changes affect your cash inflows.

Episode Information: The first podcast in a new series that will discuss cash flow, including best practices for management of cash flow.

Episode Information: The CEO of Moody Rambin Interests, a real estate management firm, offers advice on important factors to consider when you renew your annual lease.

Episode Information: The CEO of Moody Rambin Interests, a real estate management firm, offers advice on important factors to consider when you expand the size of your office.

Episode Information: The CEO of Moody Rambin Interests, a real estate management firm, offers advice on important factors to consider when moving your office to a new location.

Episode Information: We discuss how to ensure that your company has the maximum value possible when you are ready to exit.

Episode Information: The second and final part of my interview with Joe Kavanaugh, Ph.D., business administration, talking about managing change within an organization.

Episode Information: I interview Joe Kavanaugh, Ph.D., expert in organizational culture, about post-acquisition merger of two corporate cultures.

Episode Information: We close our series on due diligence by interviewing Dianne Tesarek, a due diligence expert.

Episode Information: We take a look at four critical non-financial areas: general company information, location and condition of remote locations, employee related issues, and legal matters. Problems in any of these areas can have a significant financial impact on your company if you do not perform a thorough investigation.

Episode Information: We take a look at specific balance sheet and income statement items and questions to ask about each one.

Episode Information: It is critical to properly plan the due diligence process to ensure you get all the information you require and that the process does not take longer than necessary. The podcast includes tips to consider when planning the due diligence review.

Episode Information: This podcast is the first in a series on the subject of due diligence. This week we look at how an understanding of the due diligence can lead to improved business processes and greater company value.

Episode Information: We wrap up our discussion on the 6 Ps with a look at Personnel, Plan and Position, and we introduce the topic for the next series -- Due Diligence: How you can evaluate your company from an investor's perspective to identify and fix weak spots in your organization.

Episode Information: We take a break from discussing the six Ps to discuss a bonus P -- Perspective. The idea was inspired by comments made by two people this past week. We consider how important it is to consider the other person's perspective, not yours, when trying to get what you want.

Episode Information: We continue the discussion of the 6 Ps. This week we discuss performance and how it affects the money folk's decision to invest in you.

Episode Information: This is the first in a series of podcasts that discuss the indicators money folk consider when deciding whether or not to invest in your company. The 6 Ps are Presentation, Problem, Performance, Plan, Personnel and Position. This podcast covers the first two, Presentation and Problem.

Episode Information: Effective financial management requires you to review key financial data on a periodically. Daily crises and interruptions may prevent you from the necessary routine financial review, so it's helpful to have a checklist to remind you of the important tasks. A sample list, The Financial 14, is provided, and there is an explanation of two questions that seem to address the same point but do not.

Episode Information: Investors invest in people, so encourage investors' interest with a compelling story about you. Use the same compelling story to encourage greater focus and achievement from your employees.