Industry news, financial strategy, and real talk about what it takes to run your money right... from someone who's in the trenches with you.
Strategy & Capital
When the Cheapest Option Costs You the Most
Three lease options. The cheapest per day looks like the obvious win, but it's a trap. The moment attendance drops, the discount inverts and you end up paying more than the walk-away option. Here's how a real CFO works the decision.
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George Arceneaux
April 29, 2026
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Wealth & Mindset
You're Picking Somebody Else's Cotton
The physical oppression is gone, but the game didn't stop. It evolved. Modern oppression looks like information you don't have access to and doors you don't know exist. Here's how to see the game being played.
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George Arceneaux
April 12, 2026
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Financial Literacy
Everybody's Talking About EBITDA... But Should You Be?
EBITDA is everywhere right now. But if your business doesn't fall into one of four buckets, it's probably not your priority. Here's how to know the difference.
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George Arceneaux
April 9, 2026
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Strategy & Analysis
I Don't Read Balance Sheets... I Read Between the Lines
Your balance sheet tells you there's a problem. But it can't tell you why. Reanalysis, strong systems, and a willingness to look at the data differently is what separates confirmation from solution.
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George Arceneaux
April 4, 2026
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Leadership & Operations
Succession Planning Isn't Just for Big Companies
Most small business owners don't think about succession planning until it's too late. But if your business can't run without you, you don't own a business... you own a job.
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George Arceneaux
March 29, 2026
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Strategy & Capital
Cash Is Coming Back... Are You Ready for It?
Liquidity is returning to the market. But just because cash is available doesn't mean you're ready to use it. If you can't buy two trucks, don't buy one.
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George Arceneaux
March 29, 2026
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Technology & Strategy
Mastercard's AI "Virtual CFO" Is Coming... Here's What Small Business Owners Actually Need to Know
Mastercard just announced an AI tool that acts as a virtual CFO for small businesses. Sounds impressive, but before you hand your finances to a robot, let's talk about what this really means for people like us.