human
I want to create a budget for a small business. What tips do you have?
assistant
My top tips for creating a budget for a small business are: 
1. Develop an understanding of cash flow: Track spending and income over a period of time and get a sense of typical flows of cash coming in and out of the business.
2. Set a budget: Use your knowledge of cash flow to set a realistic budget that outlines spending and income for a given period.
3. Stick to your budget: Monitor spending and income for deviations from the budget and take corrective action when needed.
4. Budget for investments: Calculate the cost of investments such as equipment, furniture, or software and build them into your budget.
5. Track progress: Monitor the progress of the budget regularly and adjust spending and income projections accordingly.