Your profit and loss statement doesn’t tell the full story. In this episode of The CFO Edge, Carol breaks down the hidden costs that quietly drain your growth — and why most founders don’t notice them until it’s too late. You’ll uncover: The unseen expenses that erode your margins — from churn to inefficiencyThe opportunity costs buried in your day-to-day decisionsWhy “busy” isn’t always profitableAnd how to reclaim your financial edge by tracking the right indicatorsCarol shares real-w...
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Your profit and loss statement doesn’t tell the full story. In this episode of The CFO Edge, Carol breaks down the hidden costs that quietly drain your growth — and why most founders don’t notice them until it’s too late. You’ll uncover: The unseen expenses that erode your margins — from churn to inefficiencyThe opportunity costs buried in your day-to-day decisionsWhy “busy” isn’t always profitableAnd how to reclaim your financial edge by tracking the right indicatorsCarol shares real-w...
What It Really Costs to Run a Startup: Fixed vs. Variable Costs, Founder Time & Scalability
The CFO Edge
7 minutes
4 months ago
What It Really Costs to Run a Startup: Fixed vs. Variable Costs, Founder Time & Scalability
Are you truly aware of what it costs to run your business? In this foundational episode of The CFO Edge, we break down the hidden truths behind startup cost structures. You’ll learn: The difference between fixed and variable costs—and why it mattersHow to allocate costs across products, services, and teamHow to factor in founder time and sweat equityRed flags that signal your cost structure isn’t scalableWhy understanding your costs is key to smart pricing and growth decisions 🎯 Whether you'...
The CFO Edge
Your profit and loss statement doesn’t tell the full story. In this episode of The CFO Edge, Carol breaks down the hidden costs that quietly drain your growth — and why most founders don’t notice them until it’s too late. You’ll uncover: The unseen expenses that erode your margins — from churn to inefficiencyThe opportunity costs buried in your day-to-day decisionsWhy “busy” isn’t always profitableAnd how to reclaim your financial edge by tracking the right indicatorsCarol shares real-w...