Small Business Cases

Worked case examples showing how real small businesses, freelancers, and consultants navigate profit, cost, pricing, and cash flow decisions.

Small Shop Profitability Case Example

A worked example showing how a small shop turns revenue into actual profit — and where the money disappears along the way.

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Freelancer Pricing Case Example

A worked case showing how a freelancer's hourly rate translates into real take-home income — and why low rates fail.

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Service Business Cash Flow Case Example

A worked example showing how a profitable service business can still face cash flow stress because of payment timing.

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Cafe Break-even Case Example

A worked break-even example for a small cafe: fixed costs, contribution per sale, and the daily sales needed.

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Online Store Margin Case Example

A worked case for an online store showing how shipping, fees, and returns shrink the headline margin.

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Consultant Monthly Cash Flow Case Example

A worked monthly cash flow example for a solo consultant — what comes in, what goes out, and what's actually left.

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Small Manufacturer Cost Control Case Example

A worked case showing how a small manufacturer protects margin when input costs rise.

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Discount Campaign Margin Case Example

A worked case showing exactly how a discount campaign affects profit — and how many extra sales it really takes to break even.

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Equipment Investment ROI Case Example

A worked case showing how to evaluate a real equipment purchase using payback period and simple ROI.

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Seasonal Business Cash Flow Case Example

A worked example showing how a seasonal business should manage cash so off-season months don't sink it.

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