Michael McCarthy CPA
“Martin does a great job explaining the importance of financial statements and how you can use them to make better decisions and make more money. He is entertaining and writes in an easy-to-understand format. I learned a lot -- and I'm a CPA.”
— Michael McCarthy CPA
Lisa Dionisio CPA
“I am a CPA who owns a bookkeeping firm. I read this book in one weekend and will be requiring my employees to read it as well! It does an amazing job of showing how to utilize financial ratios to improve productivity and profitability. Martin writes with such clear language that it is easy to see how business owners can use the financials to make sound business decisions.”
— Lisa Dionisio CPA
MB
“I don't give a ton of reviews, but this is honestly one of the best business books I have read and felt it deserved mention. I work in private equity and am constantly trying to learn more. There is an incredible amount of good information packed into this book without it being overwhelming, with really clear examples. The author really knows his stuff.”
— MB
Gina
“I highly recommend "The Profit Problem." I found it to be a very refreshing read. It's wild that Mr. Holland knows the questions and problems that we business owners are experiencing/thinking about regularly without us actually posing them to him. His understanding of the "average businessperson's" point of view is key to the success of this book. There is no doubt that Martin's years of business experience guide him when presenting his thoughts and advice on a myriad of topics. While reading the book, I kept noticing the vast amounts of "personal experience" the author has infused in it. I'm excited to implement numerous things that I've learned in this book and imagine that I'll revisit various chapters in the future. I think that each individual will take away different nuggets of knowledge while reading this excellent and personal work. Kudos to Mr. Holland!”
— Gina
Kathy Svetina, Newcastle Finance - Chicago
“Love your book. I'm constantly on the lookout for the accessible and easy-to-read material on finances that I can recommend. I've been recommending 2 in the past and yours expanded that list as soon as I read it. Thanks for writing it!”
— Kathy Svetina, Newcastle Finance - Chicago
Peter Ekstrom - New York
“Thank you! Chapter 14 is simultaneously a large bucket of cold water poured on the head of one’s business illusions and a bulletproof path forward.”
— Peter Ekstrom - New York
Jeff A - Sign Contractor
“I have known since the beginning that I have not had an accurate picture of a balance statement since we started. I have intended (there's that word) to get this corrected but have always put it on the back burner. I have begun reading your book and your instruction has further enforced the notion that it is critical to have information on which I can make better business decisions, not only to grow and be profitable, but also so I can sell the business and move on to something else when I'm ready.”
— Jeff A - Sign Contractor
Eric R - Sound Contractor
“If you're in business, you need this book! The author clearly explains financial principles and how to use bookkeeping to make more money.”
— Eric R - Sound Contractor
Michael B - Electrical Contractor
“After reading this book, you can make changes in your business that will pay immediate dividends.”
— Michael B - Electrical Contractor
Business owner
“The author talks about important concepts I've always heard about but didn't know ho to apply.”
— Business owner
Sarah E., Clinic Director
“After reading an advance copy of the book, my team was able to implement small changes in our daily operations. These small changes made a huge impact and we are already seeing a huge difference in our profits! I was so surprised to see what a difference these small changes could make!”
— Sarah E., Clinic Director
Chris Savic, owner of S&S Woodcraft
“This book showed me the awesome power of margins.”
— Chris Savic, owner of S&S Woodcraft
Lori Yearwood, CPA
“Martin has a way of explaining things in non-technical terms that are so helpful in getting anyone to understand the ultimate goal: good books and accounting records allow you to manage your business most efficiently.”