Cash Flow Surprises When Big Orders Come In 📦
Last month I had one of those moments that feels great and stressful at the same time. A new wholesale client placed a much bigger order than I expected, which is awesome, but then reality hit. I had to pay suppliers upfront, shipping costs jumped, and my usual cash flow just wasn’t ready for that scale. I’ve been running my store for a few years, so this isn’t my first challenge, but this one felt different. I started wondering how other small business owners handle sudden growth without slowing everything down or risking relationships with suppliers. Have you ever had an order that was “too big” in a good way?
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I went through something similar last year, and honestly it caught me off guard too. What helped me was learning more about purchase order financing and how it fits into real situations, not just theory. Instead of turning down large orders or emptying my savings, I looked into options that cover supplier costs while you wait for the customer payment. I remember reading an article that clearly explained how this works in practice and when it actually makes sense to use it, not just the benefits but also the limitations. If you want a straightforward breakdown, you can check this out: https://eboostpartners.com/business-loans/purchase-order-financing/. It helped me understand whether this approach matched my margins and timelines. From personal experience, the key is running the numbers carefully and making sure the order is solid before committing.