The Holistic Accountant

What to do if you are reliant on one customer?

May 08, 2024 Stuart Wemyss & Mena Abraham Season 4 Episode 14
What to do if you are reliant on one customer?
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The Holistic Accountant
What to do if you are reliant on one customer?
May 08, 2024 Season 4 Episode 14
Stuart Wemyss & Mena Abraham

In this episode, Stuart and Mena discuss the challenges and potential strategies for businesses that are heavily reliant on a single major customer. They acknowledge that while having a large customer can be advantageous, it also poses significant risks due to the lack of diversification and potential loss of revenue if that customer relationship were to end.

The hosts outline three main options for businesses in this situation: 1) Actively pursuing new customers, potentially through acquisitions, 2) Vertically integrating or expanding offerings in a way that complements the existing major customer, or 3) Embracing the situation and aggressively building personal wealth.

Stuart and Mena caution against the pitfalls of inaction or attempting to mitigate risk by investing in unrelated passive income streams. Instead, they emphasise the importance of proactively addressing the over-reliance on a single customer to ensure long-term business sustainability and growth.

Throughout the episode, the hosts provide practical insights and thoughtful perspectives on navigating this common business challenge, making it a valuable listen for entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to manage customer concentration risks effectively.

If this episode resonated with you, please leave a rating on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us reach more incredible listeners like you. Thank you for being a part of the journey!

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SPECIAL OFFER: Buy a one of Stuart's books for ONLY $20 including delivery. Use the discount code blog here.

Work with Mean & Stuart's team: At ProSolution Private Clients we encourage clients to adopt a holistic and evidence-based approach when making financial decisions. Visit our website.

Follow us: Stuart: Twitter/X and LinkedIn. Mena: LinkedIn

IMPORTANT: This podcast provides general information about finance, taxes, and credit. This means that the content does not consider your specific objectives, financial situation, or needs. It is crucial for you to assess whether the information is suitable for your circumstances before taking any actions based on it. If you find yourself uncertain about the relevance or your specific needs, it is advisable to seek advice from a licensed and trustworthy professional.

Show Notes

In this episode, Stuart and Mena discuss the challenges and potential strategies for businesses that are heavily reliant on a single major customer. They acknowledge that while having a large customer can be advantageous, it also poses significant risks due to the lack of diversification and potential loss of revenue if that customer relationship were to end.

The hosts outline three main options for businesses in this situation: 1) Actively pursuing new customers, potentially through acquisitions, 2) Vertically integrating or expanding offerings in a way that complements the existing major customer, or 3) Embracing the situation and aggressively building personal wealth.

Stuart and Mena caution against the pitfalls of inaction or attempting to mitigate risk by investing in unrelated passive income streams. Instead, they emphasise the importance of proactively addressing the over-reliance on a single customer to ensure long-term business sustainability and growth.

Throughout the episode, the hosts provide practical insights and thoughtful perspectives on navigating this common business challenge, making it a valuable listen for entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to manage customer concentration risks effectively.

If this episode resonated with you, please leave a rating on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us reach more incredible listeners like you. Thank you for being a part of the journey!

Click here to subscribe to our weekly email.

SPECIAL OFFER: Buy a one of Stuart's books for ONLY $20 including delivery. Use the discount code blog here.

Work with Mean & Stuart's team: At ProSolution Private Clients we encourage clients to adopt a holistic and evidence-based approach when making financial decisions. Visit our website.

Follow us: Stuart: Twitter/X and LinkedIn. Mena: LinkedIn

IMPORTANT: This podcast provides general information about finance, taxes, and credit. This means that the content does not consider your specific objectives, financial situation, or needs. It is crucial for you to assess whether the information is suitable for your circumstances before taking any actions based on it. If you find yourself uncertain about the relevance or your specific needs, it is advisable to seek advice from a licensed and trustworthy professional.

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