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How a Coffee Shop Used Prepaid Subscriptions to Fix Cash Flow
In this episode of Cash Flow Conversations, Lucas and Luna explore how a local coffee shop in Portland stabilized its cash flow by launching a prepaid subscription program. Owner Maya Chen shifted from unpredictable daily sales to predictable recurring revenue by selling monthly coffee passes. The hosts break down how the subscription model smoothed revenue—from $2,500 to $8,000 in guaranteed weekly income—and reduced the shop's reliance on high-interest credit lines. They discuss the upfront marketing cost, the break-even timeline, and the retention mechanics that made it work. This…
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