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Strategy Meets Finance

Welcome to Strategy Meets Finance, the podcast for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to start, grow, and run a business that lasts.Most business owners struggle because they treat strategy and finance as separate. But without a clear strategy, your finances won’t support long-term growth. And without strong financial planning, even the best business ideas fall flat.On this show, we bring both sides together—so you can grow your business with confidence, improve cash flow, increase profit,

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148: If You Are 15-25 Years Old, Listen to This

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2025/01/13

Send us a textMaster business finance for free with 100+ video lessons—no gimmicks, no hooks, just valuable knowledge: https://www.byfiq.com/Are you ready to make decisions today that your future self will thank you for? In this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve dives into the life-changing milestones and tough lessons learned on the journey from struggle to success. Whether you're starting your first job, launching a business, or figuring out your financial path, this is your chan...

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21:57

147: Want to Increase Your Financial IQ? Here's...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2025/01/06

Send us a textMaster business finance for free with 100+ video lessons—no gimmicks, no hooks, just valuable knowledge: https://www.byfiq.com/In this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve shares a game-changing opportunity to master your finances—all for free.He walks you through the first steps to improving your financial skills, no matter your background. Curious how learning the right financial strategies can elevate your career or business?Tune in to discover how you can get started...

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17:52

146: I Promise This Will Change Your Financial Future

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2025/01/01

Send us a textMaster business finance for free with 100+ video lessons—no gimmicks, no hooks, just valuable knowledge: https://www.byfiq.com/Finance is the language of business, and becoming fluent in it can transform your life.In this episode, Steve shares a bold move: his premium financial literacy courses are now completely free. No strings attached, just top-tier content designed to help you master the skills that drive success.Don’t miss this transformative announcement and the chance to...

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12:52

145: What is Invested Capital and Why Should You Care

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/12/23

Send us a textIs your business truly profitable, or is it running on borrowed time?In this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve dives into the game-changing concept of invested capital—what it is, why it matters, and how it can transform your decision-making and growth strategy. Learn how to measure efficiency, allocate resources wisely, and avoid the pitfalls that can drain your business.Tune in now to uncover the keys to smarter investments and sustainable success. Your business can...

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11:55

144: Profit Explained. The Difference Between Gross,...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/12/16

Send us a textIn this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve dives deep into the three critical types of profit every business leader must understand. Gross profit, operating profit, and net profit each hold the key to uncovering your business's financial health—and mastering them can set you apart in the boardroom and beyond. Discover how to decode these metrics, avoid common mistakes, and leverage the most powerful levers to improve profitability.Ready to transform your financial know...

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143: Neglecting This Aspect of Revenue Recognition...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/12/09

Send us a textIs your profit really profit—or just an illusion? In this episode, Steve pulls back the curtain on the hidden traps of cash-basis accounting, exposing how tools like QuickBooks can trick business owners into celebrating wins that don’t exist. With a jaw-dropping example from the construction world, he reveals how premature revenue recognition can send your business on an emotional rollercoaster.Curious to unlock the truth behind your financial statements? Steve breaks down the s...

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15:39

142: Want to Learn Finance? Here's How to Get Started

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/12/02

Send us a textDiscover how Steve turned early struggles into a roadmap for financial mastery. From building multimillion-dollar businesses to creating over $1 billion in value, Steve shares the seven steps that transformed his financial IQ.Packed with personal stories, surprising lessons (including a hilarious twist involving a Spanish class), and practical insights, this episode will inspire you to take charge of your financial future.Your financial journey starts here—listen now and take th...

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9:27

141: Lessons from Three Decades of Financial Expertise

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/11/25

Send us a textEver wondered what separates successful business leaders from the rest?In this episode, Steve shares his journey from a broke 16-year-old hustling at Dairy Queen to creating over a billion dollars in value for companies. Packed with real-life lessons, hard-earned insights, and straightforward advice, this episode explores why mastering financial literacy is the ultimate career and life game-changer.Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or starting your own venture, these ...

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140: Finance, Business, and Life: Q&A with Steve

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/11/18

Send us a textIn this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve dives into an engaging Q&A session fueled by real questions from listeners who took the Financial IQ Assessment at BYFIQ.com.From bootstrapping your business and mastering financial strategies to overcoming setbacks and seizing opportunities, Steve shares his personal journey, practical tips, and inspiring insights to help you level up your financial acumen, business savvy, and life strategies.Tune in to learn how to make ...

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14:52

139: Is Your Company Really Making Money?

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/11/11

Send us a textIs your business truly profitable, or just looking good on paper? In this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve Coughran dives deep into the often-misunderstood world of profitability.Drawing insights from his book Outsizing and research on 300+ companies, he explains why accounting profit doesn’t always reflect a company’s real financial health. Steve reveals the critical metrics every business owner should know—like return on invested capital (ROIC) and cash flow—and sh...

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11:52

138: Why You Should Pay Yourself First

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/11/04

Send us a textIn this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve Coughran emphasizes the importance of proactively managing finances in both business and personal life by following a simple yet powerful principle: pay yourself first. He guides listeners on how to set aside profit consistently by calculating a desired profit percentage, establishing a separate profit account, and making monthly transfers. Steve explains that if transferring money isn't possible, it acts as an early warning s...

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137: I Spent 8 Years Studying Finance In School....

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/10/21

Send us a textNot understanding cash flow can put your business at serious risk. In this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve Coughran emphasizes the critical importance of mastering free cash flow for business success. Drawing from his own experiences and real-world examples, Steve highlights how businesses often focus too much on profit while overlooking cash flow, which can lead to devastating consequences. Whether you're a student learning the ropes or a seasoned business owner, t...

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11:08

136: How to Start Learning Finance to Avoid Costly...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/10/14

Send us a textNot understanding financial statements can cost your business big time. In this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve Coughran shares his personal experience of guessing his way through business finances early on and the costly mistakes he made. Steve discusses why mastering financial literacy is critical for making smarter decisions and running a profitable business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your financial knowledge, this episode will help y...

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135: You Have Profits, But No Cash. Here's Why

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/10/07

Send us a textLearn why having profits doesn't always mean having cash and how it could be holding your business back. Steve breaks down common cash flow issues and explains how your inventory and accounts receivable might be tying up cash. In this episode, you'll discover strategies to free up working capital, improve cash flow, and avoid the pitfalls that can lead even profitable businesses to bankruptcy. Whether you're running a startup or scaling an established company, these insights are...

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134: Here's a Pivot You'll Want to Hear About

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/09/30

Send us a textIn this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve takes you behind the scenes and shares a personal story about how the podcast started and how it evolved over time. He also reveals a shift in focus towards his other podcast, Business Strategy and Finance, which combines strategy and finance for entrepreneurs and business owners. If you're looking for deeper insights on how finance can drive business success, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Tune in to discover tools...

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133: Listen to This to Avoid Growing Yourself Out of...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/09/23

Send us a textIn this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve Coughran discusses a critical yet often overlooked issue for fast-growing businesses—managing capital intensity. He explains how, even with profitability, a business can face bankruptcy if working capital and capital expenditures are mismanaged. Steve shares insights and practical calculations to help entrepreneurs avoid growing their businesses into financial trouble. Tune in to learn how understanding your capital requiremen...

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132: The #1 Skill You Should Master From Billionaire...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/09/16

Send us a textIn this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve emphasizes the critical importance of knowing your numbers to achieve success in business. Drawing insights from billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s book Shut Up and Listen, he shares how understanding key financial metrics like customer acquisition costs, lifetime value, and working capital can transform the way you manage your business. With real-world examples, he illustrates how these numbers can guide better decisions, improve ...

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131: The 6 Drivers of Financial Fitness

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/09/09

Send us a textIn this episode, Steve discusses the key strategies for boosting financial success, including innovative investment ideas, smart savings tips, and effective debt management techniques. Tune in to learn practical advice for improving your financial health and achieving long-term wealth. Here's how to get started with Boosting Your Financial IQ:Step 1: Test your financial IQ for FREEStep 2: Download the FREE appStep 3: Take the Fundamentals of Finance courseDiscla...

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130: What Surprised Me About Your Financial IQ...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/09/02

Uncover surprising insights from over 1,000 Financial IQ assessments and learn why many struggle with financial decision-making. Explore how enhancing your financial literacy can drive business success and personal growth. Discover key strategies for creating value, boosting financial skills, and achieving financial freedom. Tune in for actionable tips to elevate your financial IQ and transform your approach to finance. Here's how to get started with Boosting Your Financial IQ:Step 1: T...

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129: 5 Financial Skills I Wish I Had When Starting in...

Strategy Meets Finance ·

2024/08/26

In this episode of Boosting Your Financial IQ, Steve reveals the top five financial skills he wishes he had when starting his business. From mastering financial statements to advanced forecasting and valuation techniques, Steve shares practical insights that can transform your business acumen. Whether you’re a business leader, owner, or aspiring financial professional, this episode offers valuable tips to enhance your financial literacy and drive success. Tune in for actionable advice that wi...

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