The vast majority of corporate insolvencies involve smaller companies: In eight out of ten cases in 2013, up to five employees were employed. This book supports managing directors in small and medium-sized enterprises in preventing insolvency risks, recognizing them early, and taking appropriate action in case of emergency. Based on the seven most common causes of insolvency, it demonstrates how successful self-help can be structured, how funding can be utilized, and how financing and management can be sustainably optimized.