I have limited funds and rely on organic marketing. Can I fulfill orders using customer payments, or must I pay upfront due to Shopify or PayPal holds?
Hey Jade72, I’ve been mulling over this issue too. In my experience, it really boils down to balancing your cash flow against any potential delays caused by payment processing holds. I’ve seen some folks navigate this by negotiating terms with their payment platforms or even setting aside a small buffer to cover any temporary lags. I’m really curious, has anyone managed to restructure their order processing to suit the payment timeline? I think it’s a fascinating challenge and wonder if maybe alternative platforms or adjusted payment schedules could further ease this pressure. What’s everyone else’s take on managing cash flow in rough early days? Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
In my experience, managing cash flow with organic growth is quite feasible if you plan thoroughly. Although customer payments might be delayed due to platform holds, I navigated this by working closely with my suppliers and setting aside a small reserve when possible. Instead of restructuring the entire process around immediate payments, I initially managed to cover expenses with a modest buffer, which proved to be a sustainable approach as the cash flow improved over time. Adapting the order processing schedule to align with realistic payment timelines has been essential in minimizing disruptions.
hey jade, based on my xpereince, u can work taylor orders with delayed payments. a bit of supplier flexibility & planning might do the trick even with holds in place. good luck with ur bussiness!