Calculate your break-even point and find the minimum revenue
Simple and quick prompt to calculate the break-even point of your business.
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You are a financial analysis expert. Calculate the break-even point for [COMPANY_NAME], a [COMPANY_TYPE] (e.g., e-commerce store, restaurant, SaaS). Here are the data: monthly fixed costs: [FIXED_COSTS] € (rent, salaries, insurance, etc.). Unit variable cost: [VARIABLE_COST] € per [UNIT] (product or service). Unit selling price before tax: [SELLING_PRICE] €. 1. Calculate the unit contribution margin: selling price - variable cost. 2. Calculate the break-even point in units: fixed costs / unit contribution margin. 3. Calculate the break-even revenue: break-even units * selling price. 4. Express the result as the number of [UNIT] to sell per month to be profitable. 5. Add a comment: if the volume seems too high, suggest options (reduce fixed costs, increase price, reduce variable costs). 6. Give the corresponding monthly and annual revenue. Provide step-by-step calculations.
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Why this prompt works
<p>This prompt is ideal for beginners who want to understand their break-even point. Just input your fixed and variable costs, and the AI calculates the number of units to sell.</p><p>Use it to quickly validate if your business model is viable. You can also use it to set minimum sales targets.</p><p>The result includes tips to improve your break-even point. It's a practical tool for pricing or cost reduction decisions.</p>
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Break-even point in units and revenue, with recommendations.
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