Points North
When we build sustainable businesses, we build a sustainable economy
The way the world does business is evolving and the pace of change isn’t slowing down, couple this fact with the disruption to the global economy we’ve seen and it can be overwhelming.
The reality is, this is a tale as old as time. The leadership team here as S | A | B sharpened our skills in the wake of the Great Recession. Rolling with the punches and adapting to change is part of our DNA.
What we’ve seen transpire through this most recent crisis has clarified and given urgency to our mission, one we’ll never lose sight of. To bring affordable, best in class operational support to purpose driven enterprises.
CFO Services for Small Business: Is It Worth It?
As your business grows, you might find yourself struggling to keep up with the financial challenges that come with expansion. You're not alone – many business owners face this hurdle as they try to navigate the complexities of their evolving financial landscape. A...
5 signs you’re ready for a part-time CFO
Money is the backbone of business. Not to reiterate what a basic business degree would teach you, but you can’t run a business without proper cash flow! According to research from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), of all the millions of businesses that fail...
The End of the Endless Growth Paradigm
The endless growth paradigm has been a fixture of modern financial and economic philosophy. Up and to the right being the only acceptable direction for the projections to be headed when the financial projections are presented to the board. Nevertheless, the long...
Why it doesn’t matter that your forecast accuracy stinks
How often do you hear about the accuracy of your forecasts? When it’s sunshine and rainbows, it’s safe to assume the correct answer is “NEVER!” But when things are not heading in the right direction? This is when your board wants to break out the microscope. What is...
Case Study: Stakeholder Capitalism IRL – Active Duty Passive Income
“People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it” – Simon Sinek One of the primary things we look for when deciding who we work with is their “Why”. Sure, we look at the financials, competition, and the business model, but what we really want to see is a purpose...