Notice where cash consistently overruns—what patterns drive it?
Track where approvals bottleneck—does money flow when and where it’s needed?
Watch how advisors react in money talks—who avoids, who probes, who dominates?
Monitor how funding swings impact morale—what signals does it send?
Check if you know your spending limits—does unclear guidance cause waste?
Review old pitches—did the strongest ones win? If not, what swayed it?