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Sep 2024
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537: Is Your Small Business Profitable?

Henry Lopez
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Is your small business profitable, and is the business consistently and sufficiently profitable?

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/537-profitable-small-business/

And if you've not started your business yet, when do you plan to be profitable?

On a previous episode of The How of Business podcast, episode 532, Henry Lopez addresses higher-level question: Is Your Business Model Broken? How can you tell, and how do you fix it?

A strong and healthy business model supports a business that is consistently profitable, can scale and remains competitive.

On this episode Henry Lopez shares additional thoughts on Profitability. Because generating a consistent and sufficient profit is the primary reason we are in a for-profit business!

This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com

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