1. Take a good look at your costs. Finding ways to reduce your outgoings will quickly improve your cashflow. Identify areas where you are paying out unnecessarily. For example, you might be posting letters when emailing would be cheaper. Only buy things if there is a sound business reason for doing so.

2. Eliminate waste and root out inefficiency. Deal with areas of your business where you aren't getting maximum value for money.

3. Exercise better stock control. Of course you have to weigh up such things as discounts for bulk buying, but aim to keep just enough stock to service your customers' needs. To free up capital, sell off old or obsolete stock at a reduced price.

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