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No matter how passionately you believe in your business, you've got to make the numbers work before you can turn your dream into the reality of a large and profitable company. While nobody has a crystal ball that can predict the future, a good financial model will help you understand the key elements that make your business tick and help you avoid the kinds of problems that can doom your business before it even starts.

Here are five common business mistakes that a good financial model can catch--and five things you must do to ensure they don't stall your growth.