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Strategy Meets Finance

Steve Coughran
Strategy Meets Finance
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  • Strategy Meets Finance

    The 3 Phases Every Failing Business Goes Through (And How to Escape) | Ep 222

    2026/03/24 | 16 mins.
    Ready to see how much cash is hiding in your business? Get your free Financial Health Check now: coltivar.com/check 
    Financial Intelligence Toolkit 
    Most businesses don’t fail overnight. They go through the same three phases, and most owners don’t realize what’s happening until it’s too late.
    It starts with a strategy that quietly stops working, then margins get squeezed, and eventually cash runs out. Steve breaks down these three phases and shows how to spot them early so you can fix the real problem before your business gets stuck in a place that’s hard to recover from.
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    Disclaimer:
    The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.

    This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.
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  • Strategy Meets Finance

    Why Your Business Makes Money But Never Seems to Have Any | Ep 221

    2026/03/17 | 11 mins.
    Ready to see how much cash is hiding in your business? Get your free Financial Health Check now: coltivar.com/check 
    Financial Intelligence Toolkit 
    Your income statement says you made money, but your bank account says something else.
    This happens in more businesses than you think. Steve explains why profitable companies can still feel cash-strapped and where the money actually goes. Most of the time it disappears in just 3 places: margin problems, working capital, and owner distributions. When you understand how these 3 areas affect free cash flow, the numbers in your business finally start to make sense.
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    Disclaimer:
    The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.

    This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.
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  • Strategy Meets Finance

    If You've Been Watching the News, You Better Know Your Numbers | Ep 220

    2026/03/12 | 18 mins.
    Ready to see how much cash is hiding in your business? Get your free Financial Health Check now: coltivar.com/check 
    Financial Intelligence Toolkit 
    There is a lot of noise in the economy right now. Inflation, labor shortages, geopolitical tension, and constant disruption. 
    In times like this, guessing in your business can get dangerous fast. Steve explains the 3 numbers every business owner should understand to stay in control. When you understand these numbers together, you can see what is really happening inside your business and make better decisions before small problems turn into big ones.
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    Disclaimer:
    The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.

    This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.
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    coltivar.com
  • Strategy Meets Finance

    This is Why Profitable Companies Run Out of Cash | Ep 219

    2026/03/09 | 24 mins.
    Ready to see how much cash is hiding in your business? Get your free Financial Health Check now: coltivar.com/check 
    Financial Intelligence Toolkit 
    A lot of companies are profitable on paper but still run out of cash.
    The problem usually comes down to something most owners never measure called the cash conversion cycle. Steve explains why profit and cash flow are different, how working capital traps cash inside a business, and why growing too fast can actually make the problem worse. Once you understand how DSO, inventory, and payables affect your cash cycle, you can start pulling the right levers to get cash moving back into your business. 
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    Disclaimer:
    The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.

    This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.
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    coltivar.com
  • Strategy Meets Finance

    The #1 Thing Holding 99% of Businesses Back | Ep 218

    2026/03/02 | 20 mins.
    Ready to see how much cash is hiding in your business? Get your free Financial Health Check now: coltivar.com/check 
    Financial Intelligence Toolkit 
    It’s not cash. It’s not strategy. It’s not training.
    The thing that holds most businesses back is the story the owner tells themselves. Steve shares real examples of companies with clear roadmaps to millions in upside who still did nothing. Not because they lacked tools, but because they resisted change. Fear, old narratives, self-doubt, and hidden beliefs quietly block execution. You can have the right strategy and still stay stuck if your mindset fights it. If you feel like you know what to do but you’re not doing it, this might be the real reason. 
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    Disclaimer:
    The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.

    This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.
    LinkedIn | YouTube 
    coltivar.com

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About Strategy Meets Finance

Welcome to Strategy Meets Finance, the podcast for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to start, grow, and run a business that lasts.Most business owners struggle because they treat strategy and finance as separate. But without a clear strategy, your finances won’t support long-term growth. And without strong financial planning, even the best business ideas fall flat.On this show, we bring both sides together—so you can grow your business with confidence, improve cash flow, increase profit, and make better decisions.Hosted by Steve Coughran, a former CFO and founder of Coltivar, each episode shares simple tools, real examples, and practical advice from working with companies of all different sizes. You’ll learn how to set smart goals, fix money leaks, build stronger teams, and create lasting value.
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