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Profit Is Not Cash Flow

Lesson 2 of 11

A contract can be profitable on paper but still require payroll, materials, insurance, equipment, subcontractors, and compliance costs before payment arrives.

Key Takeaways

  • Model cash gap.
  • Working capital is readiness.

Common Mistakes

  • Looking only at margin.
  • No first-payroll plan.

Related Course Templates

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