Master Your Cash Flow in 30 Days
Quick wins and practical strategies that Australian business owners use to take control of their finances
Start Your JourneyWeekend Cash Flow Fixes
These aren't magic bullets, but they're changes you can make this weekend that often create noticeable improvements within weeks.
The 13-Week Rolling Forecast
Instead of monthly budgets that feel overwhelming, many business owners find success with 13-week snapshots. You map out expected income and expenses for the next quarter, updating it weekly.
Why it works: You spot cash crunches 8-10 weeks early instead of scrambling at month-end.
Payment Term Staggering
Look at when your biggest expenses hit each month. If rent, insurance, and loan payments all come out on the 1st, you're creating artificial cash flow stress.
Quick fix: Call your providers and ask to move payment dates. Most will accommodate this simple request.
The Two-Account Buffer System
Set up a separate account for irregular expenses like equipment repairs, annual fees, or seasonal stock. Transfer a small amount weekly—even helps.
Real impact: When your air conditioning fails in summer, you're not choosing between repairs and payroll.
Invoice Timing Optimization
If most clients pay within 30 days, but you invoice at month-end, you're waiting until the next month's end for payment. Try mid-month invoicing instead.
Simple math: Moving invoice dates forward by two weeks can improve cash flow by 15-20%.
What Good Cash Flow Actually Looks Like
Forget the textbook definitions. In practice, healthy cash flow means you can make decisions from choice rather than necessity. Here's what we see in businesses that have their finances sorted.
- Bills paid on time without checking account balances first
- Ability to say yes to opportunities within 48 hours
- Sleeping well during slower business periods
- Regular conversations about growth, not just survival
- Taking holidays without constantly checking emails about money
Raewyn Castellane
Cash Flow Specialist, Perth
The biggest mistake I see is business owners treating cash flow like weather—something that happens to them. But you can absolutely influence it. Start with one small change and build from there. I've seen businesses transform their financial stress in 6-8 weeks with consistent small adjustments.
Track Daily, Not Monthly
Check your bank balance every morning with your coffee. Takes 30 seconds and prevents nasty surprises.
Know Your Break-Even Number
Calculate exactly how much you need each week to cover all expenses. This becomes your minimum target.
Create Buffer Habits
Even per week into a separate account builds a meaningful buffer over time. Start small, be consistent.
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