As an ecommerce business owner, the decision to reinvest profits is critical for sustainable growth and long-term success. Let's explore why adopting a Profit First approach can benefit your business and how it sets the stage for strategic development. The Impact of Profit Reinvestment Reinvesting profits without a clear strategy can create a cycle of [...]
In challenging times, it's important to chart a course for coming out the other side. Data-driven strategies and detailed planning can both be a crucial part of steering your business through the storm. That means, the best time to evaluate and plan is now, before the storm begins. This way, you’re prepared to make informed [...]
Unlocking the secrets of profitability in your ecommerce business requires a special understanding of your financial statements. One report in particular, your balance sheet, provides 5 driving profitability forces to keep your eye on. So, let's discuss them and how they can impact your profit and your business. The 5 Drivers Picture your financial statements [...]
For any ecommerce business, understanding its performance is crucial for growth and sustainability. While Gross Margin remains a fundamental metric, there are several others worth delving into. Let's explore three key KPIs, how to calculate them, what insights they offer, and the benchmarks to aim for. Inventory Days Inventory Days assess how efficiently you convert [...]
If you’ve been here a while, and probably even if you haven’t, you know we're big advocates of Profit First. It's a system I use in my own business and modified it for my clients so I could write the book on Profit First for Ecommerce Sellers. However, as much as I believe in its [...]
Now that the hustle and bustle of Q4 and tax season is starting to slow down, it’s a great time to start thinking about how much padding you have in your cash reserve cushion. It’s never too late to add some extra stuffing, so let’s talk about how you can build your cushion up this [...]
Just like last year, prices are still continuing to rise to crazy prices, and yet we still have to somehow save to pay that tax bill coming up, on top of gas and groceries. If you’re not prepared, it can get a little scary. So, are your accounts ready? Profit First Prep Profit First can [...]
In the beginning of ecommerce, success was all about marketing and advertising to make a sale. However, over the years ecommerce business owners began to focus on operations as they saw colleagues exit with high multiples because of the high level of aggregator buying activity. Top line revenue got moved to the back burner to [...]
In the world today’s world of ecommerce, businesses and credit cards often go hand in hand. In today’s financial landscape, credit cards have emerged as a crucial tool, particularly for ecommerce ventures. As a result, one of the most common questions that pops up when discussing Profit First is, 'Can I still utilize my credit [...]
Is tax season a constant source of stress rather than a manageable task? If you find yourself overwhelmed by financial paperwork, it might be time to consider investing in an ecommerce bookkeeping service. While making tax time less daunting is a significant advantage, there are numerous year-round benefits to enlisting professional help. Analytical Accuracy Timely [...]
