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The Importance of Financial Forecasting for Small Businesses

Running a small business is tough, but financial forecasting can make it easier

Luís Próspero
2 min readJan 19, 2023
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When it comes to running a small business, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day hustle and bustle, but one thing that should never be overlooked is financial forecasting.

This process of estimating future financial performance can seem like a daunting task, but with a little bit of know-how and a dash of humour, it’s entirely manageable.

When it comes to running a small business, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day hustle and bustle, but one thing that should never be overlooked is financial forecasting.

This process of estimating future financial performance can seem like a daunting task, but with a little bit of know-how and a dash of humour, it’s entirely manageable.

Additionally, financial forecasting can help with risk management.

By identifying potential financial pitfalls, you can take proactive measures to avoid them. It's like being a weatherman, forecasting a storm, and making sure you have your umbrella.

Another key benefit of financial forecasting is that it helps with securing funding.

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Luís Próspero
Luís Próspero

Written by Luís Próspero

I have a very long list of universities from which I've dropped out. I've learned a lot just by being thrown around by life.

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