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Revenue Isn't Profit

What comes in minus what goes out

A business can sell more than ever and still lose money. Some of the biggest companies have done it for years.

You'll find out

  • Why the busiest day isn't the best
  • How a company lost billions selling
  • Why your paycheck is revenue too

Why it matters

Every business, and every household, lives on what's left, not on what comes in.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 19 · Zone 3

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  • 1Origins of Money
  • 2The Rat Race
  • 3Business Basics
  • 4Budgeting Basics
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  • 7How Banks Work
  • 8Inflation Basics
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