Starting a company is far from easy, but if you are planning to launch a startup you need to see these tips to help you avoid the most common financial mistakes. If these tasks seem too demanding, consulting a financial advisor used to working with entrepreneurs may be helpful.
1. Managing Cash Flow
Most startups fail. There are many reasons why but most commonly it is because the money runs out. To avoid this, you need to have a detailed budget and understand where every dollar of your money is going.
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2. Track Spending
New startups come with a lot of expenses. Be particular with what you spend money on. Instead of hiring a full-time staffer, use an accounting software to keep your books organized. When your business grows and becomes more complex, you can consider hiring a professional.
3. Limit Fixed Expenses
The key to longevity is keeping your expenses low in the early phases of your business. Instead of renting a huge office space, allocate the majority of your capital to growth. Often, startups spend money on the wrong things. A fancy office is nice but focusing on generating revenue is much more important. Keep your priorities straight and focus on the long-term success of your business.
4. Be Prepared
Being optimistic is great. A positive attitude will help your business, but you should still be prepared for the worst. Anything can happen. Don’t quit your job and eliminate your income until you are sure that your business can replace it and supply your financial needs. 
Keep an emergency fund for your personal life and business. Its important to also remember that as an entrepreneur, you must provide for your retirement. Consider investing and Roth IRAs when your business begins to generate money. For more information, read our retirement planning tips for small business.
5. Time Is Money
Plan your time wisely. You have a finite amount of time so make every second count when it comes to your business.
6. Customer Acquisitions
You need the customers. Without them, your business cannot succeed. Learn how to acquire customers ASAP. Identify the different channels of acquisition and then work on optimization to lower costs. Focus on the most lucrative opportunities to begin with. Once your business is more successful, you can explore other, costlier, options.
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7. Pay Yourself
You can’t expect to live without compensation. While you do not need a huge salary to begin with, you should compensate yourself enough to live comfortably. This will also help you to focus on the business without worrying about personal financial stress.
8. Financial Goals
Establish goals. Create realistic, attainable, measurable goals for your company. Weekly and monthly revenue goals can help you stay on track and allow you to adjust, as needed, to continue growth.
For all your financial needs, contact Blisk Financial Group and let us help you plan for success.