Dollars & Sense: Avoid the 5 most common financial mistakes made by business owners (Room: Suite 1)

​Workshop Leader: Natalie Cook

​There are 5 big financial pitfalls most business owners make. We'll cover what they are and how to avoid making them

​-Not having cash reserves - How to manage cash effectively 

​-Counting money before it's in the bank - How to think about fundraising and invoice strategically so you know what you can spend as you grow

​-Not take care of yourself (financially) - Tips for paying yourself or getting on track to pay yourself

​-Fundraising for the wrong reasons - What investors/bankers are looking for when you ask for money 

​-Not understanding the ROI of debt - Tips for taking on debt to scale your business vs applying a bandaid

​Attendees please bring pen & paper for notes