In this episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch welcomes Greg McDonough, Managing Partner at Blackburn Capital and seasoned financial coach, to discuss why clean, consistent financial data is the cornerstone of smarter business decisions and long-term resilience. Greg highlights how too many entrepreneurs still lean on gut instinct instead of reliable insights, creating weak cash flow management, missed opportunities, and persistent challenges in business finance.
The conversation explores how aligning data management, business intelligence tools, and data analytics unlocks actionable insights that drive true data-driven growth. Greg and Blaine dive into financial modeling, budget forecasting, and cash forecasting as essential tools for connecting financial strategies to business purpose. They also discuss the importance of building healthy cash reserves, strengthening treasury practices, and enhancing cash management to ensure stability during uncertainty.
Greg emphasizes the role of KPI tracking, KPI analysis, and financial KPIs combined with modern data visualization and forecasting tools to guide better business outcomes. With practical advice on risk management, risk analysis, and leveraging the right financial technology, this episode provides CFOs, finance leaders, and entrepreneurs with a roadmap to transform raw numbers into clarity—empowering smarter decisions, stronger strategies, and lasting confidence.
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