Mastering the Financial Mindset: Optimism vs. Reality in Entrepreneurship
Podcast:Business Lunch Published On: Fri May 31 2024 Description: Join Ryan Deiss and I in this enlightening episode of Business Lunch, where they delve into the often-overlooked yet crucial topic of accounting and finance. We discuss how entrepreneurial optimism can clash with the harsh realities of financial reporting. Learn how to navigate these challenges and foster a productive relationship with your CFO to ensure your company's financial health.Highlights:"You've got to be incredibly optimistic to be an entrepreneur. It's about walking very thin ropes without a net.""If it's only doom and gloom, it’s incredibly depressing and inaccurate. We need a balance between optimism and realistic financial reporting.""Support the team you've got to get the results you need, or you need a different team."Timestamps:00:00 - Entrepreneurial Optimism vs. Financial Realism01:05 - Introducing the Topic02:37 - Impact of Changing Accounting Methods03:17 - The Problem with Depressing Financial Reports05:00 - Changing the Financial Reporting Process05:12 - Importance of Accurate Financial Reporting09:38 - Avoiding Obstacles, a Common Entrepreneurial Pitfall10:00 - Support Your Team, or Change It10:29 - Frustrations with Unimplemented Solutions11:15 - The Role of Leadership in Financial HealthCONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook• Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram: / rolandfrasier 📱 Facebook: / rolandfrasierpage 💼 LinkedIn: / rolandfrasier Subscribe to Roland Frasier 👉 <a...