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Become a certified cash flow expert

The importance of analyzing and managing cash flow in a business

Analyzing and managing cash flow is crucial for the survival and growth of any business. Cash flow represents the movement of money in and out of a company, and a thorough understanding of this movement ensures that a business can meet its financial obligations, invest in opportunities, and avoid insolvency. Without effective cash flow management, even profitable businesses can struggle to pay bills or sustain operations, leading to missed opportunities or potential failure. Regular analysis helps business owners spot trends, identify potential cash shortfalls, and optimize the timing of income and expenses. Ultimately, having a clear view of cash flow empowers businesses to make informed decisions, plan for the future, and sustain long-term financial health.

Cash Flow Mike, how to find hidden cash in your business

Cash Flow Mike created the Clear Path To Cash program to help business owners and their advisors uncover hidden cash within their operations and take control of their financial health. Drawing from his extensive experience building companies and his passion for empowering business owners, Mike saw a gap in the market for practical, easy-to-understand tools that simplify cash flow management. The program integrates both technical and practical skills, equipping users with the knowledge to quickly analyze financial statements, implement cash flow strategies, and make better decisions. Through this program, Mike aims to demystify financial analysis and provide business owners with a clear, actionable path to sustained profitability and growth.

Clear Path to Cash Professional

Become a certified cash flow expert

Regulatory Compliance
Who is it for?
  • Accounting & bookkeeping professionals
  • Financial advisors of small businesses
  • Consultants
What are the key things you will learn?
  • The fundamental failures in financial mis-management
  • The working capital cycle
  • How using the magic number (the financial gap) will keep you in business
  • How to keep your business plan and cash management plan in complete balance
  • The basic difference between cash and profit
  • The 4 ways to make more money in a company
  • A technique to find hidden cash opportunities within the company
Exam Format
  • 25 multiple choice questions
  • 90 minutes duration
  • Pass mark: 20 out of 25 (80%)
  • Open book (reference materials are permitted during the exam)

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TESTIMONIALS

The training provided by Cash Flow Mike allows bankers to work through real world scenarios in a training environment. The training results in the bankers having increased confidence when in front of clients and prospects!

John Lewis, National Bank of Arizona

I have worked with Mike for years and have found him to be an extremely knowledgeable and effective – and entertaining – instructor. Mike’s expertise with cash flow is rivaled only by his ability to make the subject matter fun and easy to understand.

Joe Woodard, The Woodard Group

You don't call yourself 'Cash Flow Mike' for nothing, it is literally who you are and, specifically, who Mike is. I've seen proven time and again, Mike knows his stuff, knows cash flow tools and tactics as well as what firm and business leaders often get wrong or ignore in this crucial process.

Seth Fineberg, AccountingWeb

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