The Mango Method

The Mango Method Financial modelling consultancy

12/11/2025

Spring cleaning isnโ€™t just for your home โ€” your finances deserve it too.๐ŸŒฟ

In this Mango Musings video, we talk about why this momentโ€”after the September quarter and budget seasonโ€”is the perfect time to step back, tidy up your financial systems, and prepare for the busy season ahead.

We share insights from years in banking, including what to check, what to fix, and how to stay confident with your banker before the post-Christmas cash flow crunch hits.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the Comments below.

06/10/2025

โ€œ๐—–๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ต ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ž๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ดโ€... ๐—ฏ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ถ๐˜ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐˜„๐—ต๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐˜€๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜†?

In this Mango Musings episode, Jun draws on his banking experience to unpack one of the most common sayings in business: ๐˜ค๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ฉ ๐˜ช๐˜ด ๐˜ฌ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ.

While cash flow is critical for keeping the lights on and paying the bills, itโ€™s only one piece of the puzzle. Focusing too narrowly on cash can create blind spots.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the Comments below.

18/09/2025

๐—™๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ฎ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ต ๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ต?

The 13-Week Cash Flow Model gives businesses a clear, short-term roadmap to survive and thrive during tough periods. In this video, weโ€™ll walk through:

โœ… The purpose of the 13-week cash flow and why it matters
โœ… The key sections that make up the model
โœ… What inputs drive it and what outputs you can expect
โœ… How it supports smarter decisions and action plans in challenging times

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the Comments. Subscribe for more practical tips on financial modelling and cash flow for real businesses.

27/08/2025

Every journey has a foundation. For us, that foundation is the ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐— ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—น (๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—™๐— ) โ€” the backbone of how The Mango Method brings clarity and structure to financial modelling.

In our latest video, we take a closer look at the model itself:
โœ… The key sections and how they connect
โœ… How to navigate with ease
โœ… Overview of the inputs and outputs
โœ… How everything ties together for reporting

Itโ€™s a run-through of the model behind the method โ€” built for clarity, consistency, and better decisions.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the Comments. Subscribe for more practical tips on financial modelling and cash flow for real businesses.

12/08/2025

Happy Wednesday!

Weโ€™re back with a new video โ€” this time showcasing how the Multi P&L Driver works as a powerful module layered on top of your Core Financial Model (Core FM).

The Multi P&L pack unlocks the ability to:
๐Ÿ”น Create separate P&Ls for each business unit or entity
๐Ÿ”น Allocate revenue, costs, and headcount for accurate reporting
๐Ÿ”น Help you compare performance and make better decisions
๐Ÿ”น Scale easily as your business grows

One tool to see how every part of your business is performing, and the flexibility to scale as you add more units or locations.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the Comments below.

31/07/2025

If youโ€™re a business owner in Australia, you know the stress that can come with BAS season โ€” especially in August when quarterly reporting for April to June is due. But what exactly does BAS cover, and what are your options if you donโ€™t have the cash ready?

In this video, we break down:
โœ… What BAS is and what you need to report
โœ… Why August is a peak month for obligations
โœ… Practical options when you're short on cash โ€” including how to approach the ATO

Whether youโ€™re running your business by the bank account balance or trying to stay one step ahead, this video gives you the clarity you need.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the Comments. Subscribe for more practical tips on financial modelling and cash flow for real businesses.

09/07/2025

Prepayments may seem simple, but in financial modelling, they can introduce complexity that impacts cash flow, balance sheets, and tax reporting โ€” especially with large transactions.

In this video, we break it down so you can model prepayments with confidence and clarity using our Core Financial Model.

What youโ€™ll learn in this video:
โœ… How to build a prepayment schedule that aligns cash, balance sheet, and P&L
โœ… How to handle GST (or VAT) on prepayments for accurate cash flow and tax reporting
โœ… How to deal with payment timings, funding, and other scenarios

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the comments below.

18/06/2025

Happy Wednesday! Weโ€™re excited to share a walkthrough of our simplified Core Financial Model - a great introduction to the structure, assumptions, and key functionalities behind the full version.

Watch the full breakdown on our YouTube channel - link in the comments below.

12/06/2025

In our latest video, we dive into the real power of budgeting in business.

A budget isnโ€™t just a spreadsheet of numbers. Itโ€™s a strategic narrative that tells the story of where your business is heading and how you plan to get there.

This video explores:
โœ… Why budgeting is a critical tool for business planning
โœ… How to align your budget with your strategic direction
โœ… The value of variance analysis in staying on track
โœ… How budgets help you respond, adapt, and grow

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel - link in the comments below.

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26/05/2025

๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ผ ๐— ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜?

Weโ€™re excited to be back with a new video where we share the story behind The Mango Methodโ€”how years of experience in business banking, working closely with SMEs, and uncovering common operational bottlenecks led to a fresh, practical approach to financial modelling.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channelโ€”the link is in the Comments section below. Subscribe to the channel for more Financial Modelling content!

19/12/2024

Happy Holidays from all of us at The Mango Method! ๐ŸŽ‰

As the year winds down and the sun shines bright, we want to take a moment to say "thank you"!

This year marks an important milestone for us as we officially transition to The Mango Method. Weโ€™re incredibly grateful for the support of our clients, partners, and team who have been part of this journey.

2024 has been a year of growth, collaboration, and exciting changes, and we canโ€™t wait to see what 2025 brings!

Wishing you all a fantastic holiday season and an unforgettable New Year!

โ€” The Mango Method Team

19/12/2024

Ravit Insights is now The Mango Method!

We've evolved, but our mission remains the same. As The Mango Method (TMM), we're your trusty companion for growth.

No matter where you are on your business journey, we're here to help you build and grow!

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