{"id":89105,"date":"2022-02-19T02:03:49","date_gmt":"2022-02-19T02:03:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/?p=89105"},"modified":"2025-12-24T06:06:11","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T11:06:11","slug":"budget-template-google-sheets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/budget-template-google-sheets\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Budget in Google Sheets [7 Budget Templates]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Failing to manage budgets effectively can lead to wasted time and <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/resource-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">resources<\/a>, and it can even cause you to lose money in the long run. Luckily, using a budget template can help you track, monitor, and control your spending. You just have to know when and how to use it to make the most of it.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re using a budget template on Google Sheets or customizing an existing template on a <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/work-management\">work management platform<\/a>, knowing how to use a budget template effectively can make all the difference.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll take you through the ins and outs of using a budget template and share some custom budget templates we created for Google Sheets.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get the template\" href=\"http:\/\/auth.monday.com\/solutions\/add_solution?solution_id=10047086\" target=\"_self\">Get the template<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What is a budget template for Google Sheets?<\/h2>\n<p>A budget template provides you with a clear picture of your financial situation. It outlines all your budget details, showing your current balance, how much money is coming into the business, and how you\u2019re spending it. While you can create your own budget planner, using a template like one for Google Sheets can help save you time and ensure you\u2019re including all of the necessary information.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1aPr4jU3O7n-9pwFUGxXTy9UY3M8I75NiwOjwFAEwMNM\/edit\" rel=\"\">Download to Google Sheets<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Typically speaking, a budget template includes the following information:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Any variable or fixed costs \u2014 from rent to SaaS subscriptions to\u00a0company and <a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/ramp.com\/business-credit-cards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">business credit cards<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/bench.co\/blog\/bookkeeping\/cash-flow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cash flow<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Your revenue<\/li>\n<li>Your profit<\/li>\n<li>Any one-off costs<\/li>\n<li>Your losses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"twitter-box\" arial-label=\"Tweet\" target=\"_blank\" onclick=\"window.open(this.href,'targetWindow','toolbar=no,location=no,status=no,menubar=no,scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes, width=800,height=450'); return false;\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=\">Tracking financial information lets you make informed decisions about budgeting and spending. You know how much money you have in your bank account, how much money is coming in, and where it needs to be spent.<span><\/span><\/a>\n<p>Over time, you\u2019ll be able to track trends in your finances and forecast future spending.<\/p>\n<h2>Why use a budget template for Google Sheets?<\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at some of the\u00a0key benefits of using a budget template for Google Sheets:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visualize your entire budget in one place: <\/strong>No need to flick back and forth between different platforms. All your spending, ongoing costs, and allotted budget are saved in the same location.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Track spending efficiently:<\/strong>\u00a0Keep on top of <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/cost-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">your spending<\/a> and make sure everything is in check. If you use a digital platform like Google Sheets, you can access this information from anywhere at any time. If things don\u2019t look right, you can quickly put preventative measures in place.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Highlight important data: <\/strong>Using an online budget template allows you to highlight the most important information. This is especially important if people other than you will also be accessing the budget.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Share budget updates with key stakeholders: <\/strong>If you have external stakeholders that need to see your budgets, a digital budget is a great way to share that information. And if you use a collaborative platform like monday.com, you can share your budget with external users, and control their level of access. For example, you can limit them to viewing and commenting only. They can provide feedback directly on monday.com, allowing you to collaborate with them quickly and efficiently, with no risk of editing the data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get the template\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\" target=\"_self\">Get the template<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What are some examples of budget templates for Google Sheets?<\/h2>\n<p>Budgets come in different shapes and sizes depending on the use case \u2014 so let\u2019s explore some examples of budget templates to give you an idea of how you can use them.<\/p>\n<h3>Default Google Sheets budget templates<\/h3>\n<p>Google Sheets has a few simple template options for budgeting, such as an annual budget template, a monthly budget template, and an expense report. But none of the default options are great for business use.<\/p>\n<p>Why? Because they\u2019re mostly designed for personal use, if you create a budget template for business use, you\u2019ll need something with a little more detail. To make your life easier, we\u2019ve created a couple of free templates for Google Sheets that are more usable for businesses like yours.<\/p>\n<h3>Annual budget template<\/h3>\n<p>With an annual business budget template, you\u2019ll get a top-level overview of all your spending throughout the year. You\u2019ll see your annual budget figures in one location, including expenses, income, revenue, and profit.<\/p>\n<p>It includes a color-coded breakdown of expenses based on categories like marketing, office rent, payroll, and more.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"Annual Budget Template\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Untitled-104.png\" alt=\"Example of an annual budget template\" width=\"675\" height=\"520\" \/><\/p>\n<p>(<a href=\"https:\/\/templates.office.com\/en-gb\/business-expense-budget-tm04035489\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Image Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Because of the amount of information it contains, it\u2019s great for getting an overview of the bigger picture. But if you want something easier to digest, consider a monthly budget template.<\/p>\n<h3>Monthly budget template<\/h3>\n<p>For personal finance, the monthly budget Google Sheet template isn\u2019t a bad option. It outlines all your monthly expenses, your monthly income, your money savings, and your start\/end balance.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"Google Sheets Monthly Budget Template\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Untitled-105.png\" alt=\"Example of a Google Sheets monthly budget template\" width=\"1200\" height=\"564\" \/><\/p>\n<p>(<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1M5WJyLnM6D64jBOWWLagiflbzKXj6EsIJpWmTvcpGE0\/template\/preview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Image Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>But if you want something you can use for business purposes, you might need a template with a bit more detail. That\u2019s where we can help.<\/p>\n<p>A good monthly budget template allows you to track your monthly spending across the business. You can see all your outgoing costs and incoming revenue, categorize and color-code to track expenses, and make sure that you\u2019re not overspending.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get the template\" href=\"http:\/\/auth.monday.com\/solutions\/add_solution?solution_id=10047086\" target=\"_self\">Get the template<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Budget tracking template<\/h3>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/templates\/budget-tracker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">budget tracking template<\/a>\u00a0helps you get better control of your finances. It shows you how much you\u2019re spending in relation to your budget, making it easier to keep your spending in check.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"monday.com Budget Tracking Template\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Untitled-106.png\" alt=\"Image of monday.com's budget tracking template\" width=\"1200\" height=\"580\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Depending on the template you use, you can break your budgets down into different departments. For example, you can track all operational expenses against your operations budget.<\/p>\n<p>This gives you a deeper insight into where your spending is going and how you can best allocate your resources across the business.<\/p>\n<h3>Marketing budget template<\/h3>\n<p>Track your marketing costs and budget allocation with a <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/templates\/template\/116244\/high-level-marketing-budget\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">marketing budget template<\/a>. With this template, you can align your marketing efforts with quarterly and yearly spending goals.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"monday.com High-Level Marketing Budget Template\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Untitled-107.png\" alt=\"Image of monday.com's high-level marketing budget template\" width=\"1200\" height=\"695\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And if you use monday.com\u2019s marketing budget template, you can integrate with ad platforms like Facebook Ads to track your spending in real time and instantly see if you\u2019re over or under budget. As a result, you can make fast and informed decisions about your marketing efforts to maximize resources and reduce overspending.<\/p>\n<h3>Income and expense template<\/h3>\n<p>Keep up to date on payments coming in and going out of your business with an income and <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/templates\/expense-tracking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">expense template<\/a>. With this template, you can better manage your cash flow and be proactive with your finances.<\/p>\n<h2>monday.com\u2019s budget template for Google Sheets<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to managing your budget with monday.com, you\u2019re in good hands. Our platform is able to integrate with Google Sheets through Zapier or our low-code software, so you can use a budget template right on monday.com.<\/p>\n<p>On top of that, there are many benefits that come with using our customizable template.<\/p>\n<p>Our intuitive budget template lets you track expenses, highlight important data, and analyze your spending habits.<\/p>\n<p>You can also easily customize the template to suit your business\u2019s unique needs. Add custom <a href=\"https:\/\/support.monday.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115005310285-What-are-the-column-choices-\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">columns and labels<\/a>, create custom automations, assign payments to a specific budget category, and even integrate with external platforms to track costs in real-time.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>As a Work OS, monday.com helps teams manage their entire workflow \u2014 not just budgets. Optimize not just your company\u2019s spending, but also your processes and habits \u2014 start collaborating with your team as efficiently as possible, and maximize your company\u2019s productivity.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-95187\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-copy-4-1024x530.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-copy-4-1024x530.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-copy-4-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-copy-4-768x398.jpg 768w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-copy-4-1536x795.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-copy-4-2048x1061.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the benefits of using monday.com\u2019s budget template in more detail:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Simple to use: <\/strong>You don\u2019t need any accounting experience to manage your budget with monday.com. Our intuitive and user-friendly interface makes it easy for teams to get stuck in straight away. All you have to do is select our ready-made template, input your financial information, and start managing your budget.<\/li>\n<li><strong>View key financial information: <\/strong>Create custom <a href=\"https:\/\/support.monday.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360002187819-The-Dashboards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dashboards<\/a>\u00a0to view all your key financial information in one location. Add widgets, graphs, tables, and whatever else you need to visualize your planned and actual spending.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Receive notifications:<\/strong>\u00a0Custom-made <a href=\"https:\/\/support.monday.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360001222900-monday-com-Automations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">automations<\/a>\u00a0make it easy to set up alerts to let you know when payment is due, overdue, or if you\u2019re overspending.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Track spending in real-time: <\/strong>Whether you\u2019re working from home, on the road, or in the office, access your spending performance in real time and from any location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-95192\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-3-3-1024x530.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-3-3-1024x530.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-3-3-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-3-3-768x398.jpg 768w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-3-3-1536x795.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Mask-Group-3-3-2048x1061.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get the template\" href=\"http:\/\/auth.monday.com\/solutions\/add_solution?solution_id=10047086\" target=\"_self\">Get the template<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Tips &amp; tricks for successfully executing the budgeting process<\/h2>\n<p>Effectively managing budgets is easier said than done. To proactively manage your budget and keep track of your spending, take a look at these best practices.<\/p>\n<h3>Prioritize your spending<\/h3>\n<p>Being able to prioritize where to <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/project-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">allocate your budget<\/a> and resources makes sure that your project runs as smoothly and efficiently as possible. To effectively prioritize your spending, make a list of outgoing cash flow. Highlight the essential payments and figure out the total amount. Once you\u2019ve got a handle on the essential payments and how much they\u2019ll cost, you can prioritize these costs.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re non-negotiable, so take these payments into account before spending in other areas. If you use monday.com\u2019s template, you\u2019ll be able to flag these payments in the template, so they\u2019re easy to spot.<\/p>\n<h3>Automate parts of the process<\/h3>\n<p>Automation can help you streamline the entire budget management process. For example, you can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Set due-date reminders:<\/strong>\u00a0With automation, you can create reminders to prompt you before payments are due.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create dependencies: <\/strong>Automatically assign tasks and deadlines with automated dependencies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Streamline recurring or mundane tasks: <\/strong>Automations reduce the necessity to complete repetitive, administrative tasks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"monday.com Automation\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Untitled-108.png\" alt=\"Example of monday.com's pre-made automation\" width=\"1200\" height=\"614\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, all of these automations save you valuable time. Overall, you\u2019ll spend less time checking due dates and making payments and more time managing your budget proactively.<\/p>\n<h3>Use a work management platform for real-time access to your expenses<\/h3>\n<p>Get real-time access to your budget spending with a work management platform like monday.com.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQs about budget templates for Google Sheets<\/h2>\n<p>Here, we\u2019ll answer some commonly-asked questions about budget templates for Google Sheets to put your queries to rest.<\/p>\n<h3>What is a budget plan?<\/h3>\n<p>A budget plan \u2014 sometimes called a spending plan \u2014 outlines how your budget will be spent. It helps you figure out if you have the budget to do what needs to be done, and how your budget should be spent to reach your goals.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019ll also show you if you don\u2019t have the funds you need to complete certain tasks. As a result, you can reassess your spending before you get to the stage where you\u2019ve overspent.<\/p>\n<h3>Is there a budget template in Google Sheets?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, there is an annual budget template designed for personal use. There\u2019s also a single-month budget template and an expense report template included by default. To create a comprehensive budget for your business, you can use our custom templates instead.<\/p>\n<p>The templates can be tweaked, but they\u2019re not as interactive and user-friendly as templates in monday.com\u2019s work management platform.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I make a budget spreadsheet?<\/h3>\n<p>How to make a budget spreadsheet varies from business to business, so there\u2019s no set formula. However, most budget spreadsheets include the following information:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Revenue<\/li>\n<li>Expenses<\/li>\n<li>Profit<\/li>\n<li>Loss<\/li>\n<li>All outgoing costs \u2014 including rent, bills, salary, memberships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you want to use Google Sheets, you can choose one of the ready-made templates. If you\u2019d prefer to use an interactive budget template, take a look at monday.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Failing to manage budgets effectively can lead to wasted time and resources, and it can even cause you to lose money in the long run. Luckily, using a budget template can help you track, monitor, and control your spending. You just have to know when and how to use it &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":138536,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"pages\/cornerstone-primary.php","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_title":"How to Create a Budget in Google Sheets [7 Budget Templates]","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Explore various Google Sheets budget templates and other budget planning platforms, and learn how to use them to manage your budget more efficiently.","monday_item_id":18041403625,"monday_board_id":0,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[13904],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-89105","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-project-management"],"acf":{"lobby_image":false,"post_thumbnail_title":"","hide_post_info":false,"hide_bottom_cta":false,"hide_from_blog":false,"cluster":"","display_dates":"updated","banner_url":"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=","main_text_banner":"Try monday.com budget template","sub_title_banner":"Join the 152K+ customers that use monday.com","sub_title_banner_second":"","banner_button_text":"","below_banner_line":"","use_customized_cta":false,"display_subscribe_widget":false,"custom_schema_code":"","post_date":"20241114","landing_page_layout":false,"featured_image_link":"","activate_cta_banner":false,"sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"content_1","blocks":[{"main_heading":"","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">Effectively managing your budget can lead to a reduction in wasted time and resources so that you don\u2019t lose out in the long run. However, knowing where to start when it comes to balancing and planning a budget can be tricky. With a budget template, you can easily track, monitor, and control money going in and out of your accounts.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are plenty of Google Sheets budget templates, or you can customize your own from scratch. You can also use a work management platform like monday.com with built-in budget boards and templates to help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Regardless of which option you choose, understanding the ins and outs of using a budget template will help you make the most of it. In this article, we\u2019ll take you through the details of using different budget templates so that you can find a solution that works for you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a data-title=\"Hey there!\" data-subtitle=\"Enter your details to begin download\" data-formid=\"17953b46-aee0-4756-a4a2-73ecadf1a561\" class=\"cta-button gated-cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get the template\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.monday.com\/hubfs\/SEO%20Blog%20Gated%20Content\/Budget_Plan_Template.xlsx\" target=\"_self\">Get the template<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"monday_templates","title":"Check out our other templates","monday_template":[239735,239701,239720],"display":"row"}]},{"main_heading":"What is a budget template for Google Sheets?","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">A budget template provides you with a clear picture of your financial situation. It outlines all your budget details, including expenses, savings, or projected earnings. A budget template shows how much money is coming into an account, whether business or personal as well as how money is being spent.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Budget templates can be broad or more narrow by either grouping spending into budgets like \u201cutilities\u201d or noting each one such as \u201cgas,\u201d \u201celectricity,\u201d \u201cinternet,\u201d and so on. This allows you to get as detailed as you want with a template.<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":236076,"image_link":{"title":"","url":"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new","target":"_blank"}},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">While you can create your own budget planner, using a premade Google Sheets budget template can help save you time and ensure you\u2019re including all of the necessary information.<\/p>\n<a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get template\" href=\"http:\/\/auth.monday.com\/solutions\/add_solution?solution_id=10047086\" target=\"_self\">Get template<\/a>\n<p class=\"p1\">Typically, a budget template includes areas to record the following data:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Variable or fixed costs, such as rent, subscriptions, business credit cards, etc<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Cash flow<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Income or revenue<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Expenditures<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Profit<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">One-off costs<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Losses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">Some templates also include things like charts, projected weekly, monthly, or yearly budgets, savings, calendars, and more. After using a budget planner over time, you\u2019ll be able to manage your finances by tracking trends, forecasting future spending, and finding more areas for saving.<\/p>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"Why use a Google Sheets budget template?","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">Google Sheets budget templates are beneficial for a very good reason: they help you make the budgeting process quicker and simpler. However, that\u2019s not the only benefit you\u2019ll get with a budget template. Here\u2019s a look at why you should use a Google Sheets budget template to track your finances:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Visualize your entire budget in one place:<\/b> Instead of moving between platforms, you can track all your spending, costs, and allotted budget in the same location.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Track spending efficiently:<\/b> Keep track of your <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/cost-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">cost management<\/span><\/a> by accessing this information from anywhere at any time.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Highlight important data:<\/b> This is especially important if people other than you, like a consultant or accountant, will also be accessing the budget.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Share budget updates:<\/b> A digital budget planner is a great way to share that information with external stakeholders.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Improved accuracy:<\/b> Avoid costly mistakes in your budget by relying on built-in formulas in a Google Sheet.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>More customization options:<\/b> You can alter a Google Sheet budget template to your liking to make it fit your specific budgeting needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">While Google Sheets templates are reliable and customizable, they\u2019re not necessarily as collaborative as workflow management platforms.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Solutions like monday.com allow you to easily share your budget with external users and control their levels of access, enabling them to add feedback without altering anything on your planner.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\">A bit later on, we\u2019ll take a closer look at the benefits of using a platform like monday.com over Google Sheets<\/p>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"How to create a budget template for Google Sheets?","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">Budgets come in different shapes and sizes depending on the use case. If you don\u2019t find one that fits your needs, you can always create your own free budget template from scratch. It may be a little time-consuming, but you\u2019ll end up with a sheet that\u2019s entirely tailored to your specific budgeting needs. To create your own budget template, follow these basic steps:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"ol1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Open a new sheet in Google Sheets<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Decide on the budget categories and parameters you want to include, like income, expenses, spending, savings, etc.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Settle on a budget period, like weekly, monthly, quarterly, or daily, and build out columns accordingly.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Add in formulas where appropriate to cut down on time spent calculating budget parameters.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Input financial information and data like costs and numbers to start building your planner, and then continuously update it as necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"p1\">Of course, building your own template takes a lot more time and effort than simply starting with a template. Before you take on building your own, consider which type of premade template might be helpful for you. Let\u2019s go over some of the more common Google Sheets budget template types to give you an idea.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\">Default Google Sheets budget templates<\/h3>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138505,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p>(Image Source: Google Sheets)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Google Sheets has a few free budget template options for budgeting, such as an annual budget template, a monthly budget template, and an expense report. To access this template, open a new Google Sheet, go to <b>File \u2192\u00a0 New \u2192 From template gallery,<\/b> and select the right one. However, most of these templates are designed for personal use. For businesses, you\u2019ll need something with a little more detail.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Annual budget template<\/h3>\n<p>With an annual business budget template, you\u2019ll get a top-level overview of all your spending throughout the year. You\u2019ll see your annual budget figures in one location, including expenses, income, revenue, and profit. You can also find templates with breakdowns of expenses based on categories like marketing, office rent, payroll, and more.<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138493,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.generalblue.com\/annual-business-budget-template\/p\/tk32gmy7v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Image Source<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Because of the amount of information it contains, it\u2019s great for getting an overview of the bigger picture. If you want something easier to digest, consider a monthly budget template.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Monthly budget template<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">For personal finance, the monthly budget Google Sheet template isn\u2019t a bad option. It outlines all your monthly expenses, your monthly income, your savings, and your start\/end balance.<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138487,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p>(Image Source: Google Sheets)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">That said, if you want something you can use for business purposes, you might need a template with a bit more detail. A good monthly budget template allows you to track your monthly spending across the business. You can see all your outgoing costs and incoming revenue, categorize and color-code to track expenses and make sure that you\u2019re not overspending.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Budget tracking template<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">A budget tracking template helps you with financial planning. It shows you how much you\u2019re spending in relation to your budget, making it easier to keep your spending in check.<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138481,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">Depending on the template you use, you can break your budgets down into different departments. For example, you can track all operational expenses against your operations budget. This gives you a deeper insight into where your spending is going and how you can best allocate your resources.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Marketing budget template<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Track your marketing costs and budget allocation with a marketing budget template. With this template, you can align your marketing efforts with quarterly and yearly spending goals.<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138475,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">If you use <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/\">monday.com\u2019s<\/a> marketing budget template, you can integrate with ad platforms like Facebook Ads to track your spending in real time and instantly see if you\u2019re over or under budget. This helps you make quick and informed decisions about your marketing efforts to maximize resources and reduce overspending.<\/p>\n<a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get template\" href=\"http:\/\/auth.monday.com\/solutions\/add_solution?solution_id=10047086\" target=\"_self\">Get template<\/a>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Income and expense template<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">Keep up to date on payments coming in and going out of your business with an income and <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/excel-spreadsheet-for-business-expenses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">business expense template<\/span><\/a>. With this template, you can better manage your cash flow and be proactive with your finances.<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138499,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">Income and expense templates are good for accounting purposes to help you track money moving in and out of accounts, but they don\u2019t give you a big picture like an annual or monthly budget template.<\/p>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"monday.com\u2019s budget template for Google Sheets","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">monday.com gives you all the simplicity of Google Sheets with the added benefits of additional capabilities for collaboration and communication. monday.com makes managing budgets even easier since it integrates with Google Sheets, allowing you to use an existing budget template you\u2019re familiar with but with added functionality.<\/span><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138511,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">With monday.com, you don\u2019t need any accounting experience to manage your budget. Our intuitive and user-friendly interface makes it easy for teams to start straight away. All you have to do is select our ready-made template, input your financial information, and start managing your budget. Let\u2019s take a closer look at some of the benefits of using monday.com to plan, track, and manage your budget.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Customizable template<\/h3>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138524,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">Our intuitive and customizable budget template lets you track expenses, highlight important data, and analyze your spending habits your own way. You can easily customize the template to suit your needs by adding <span class=\"s1\">columns and labels<\/span>, creating custom automations, assigning payments to a specific budget category, and even integrating with external platforms to track costs in real time.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Manage all aspects of your budget and workflow<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138518,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">As a work management platform, monday.com helps teams manage their entire workflow, not just budgets. Optimize your company\u2019s spending, processes, and habits, and start collaborating with your team as efficiently as possible in order to maximize your productivity and keep costs low. Furthermore, see all your critical budget data at a glance in your custom dashboard.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Automate your budget without using formulas<\/h3>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":138530,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the formulas in Google Sheets make it easy to automatically <\/span>calculate costs, that\u2019s the only way to add any sort of automations to your templates. With monday.com, you get a variety of automations that don\u2019t require any knowledge of formulas like in Google Sheets. You can set automated reminders of when a payment is due, when you\u2019re overspending, or trigger an action in your budget sheet like assigning a task to someone on your team.<\/p>\n<a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get template\" href=\"http:\/\/auth.monday.com\/solutions\/add_solution?solution_id=10047086\" target=\"_self\">Get template<\/a>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"Tips & tricks for successfully executing the budgeting process","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p class=\"p1\">Effectively managing a budget is easier said than done. While what works for one person or company may not be as effective for another, there are still tips and best practices you can apply to use any budget template to its full potential and ensure you\u2019re making the most of the budgeting process.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Prioritize your spending<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Being able to prioritize where to <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/project-budget\/\"><span class=\"s1\">allocate your budget<\/span><\/a> and resources ensures that your project runs as smoothly and efficiently as possible. To effectively prioritize your spending, follow these simple steps:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"ol1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Make a list of outgoing cash flow.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Highlight the essential payments and figure out the total amount.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Once you\u2019ve got a handle on the essential payments and how much they\u2019ll cost, you can prioritize these costs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"p1\">These costs are non-negotiable, so take them into account before spending in other areas. In monday.com, you\u2019ll be able to flag these payments in the template so that they\u2019re easy to spot.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Automate parts of the process<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Automation can help you streamline the entire budget management process. For example, you can:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Set due-date reminders to prompt you before payments are due<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Create dependencies to automatically assign tasks and deadlines<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Streamline recurring administrative actions <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">like assigning tasks or setting follow-up reminders<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">Ultimately, all of these automations save you valuable time. You\u2019ll spend less time checking due dates and making payments and more time managing your budget proactively.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Use a work management platform for real-time access to your expenses<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Using a work management platform helps you not only manage your budget but also see it in relation to other aspects of your business for a big-picture overview. On monday.com you can track hours in real-time to see if more time and budget is being spent on certain tasks or track habits across work tasks to help cut down on costs. By viewing your budget holistically in relation to your global operations, you can see different ways your budget is impacting your workflow and vice versa.<\/p>\n<a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Get template\" href=\"http:\/\/auth.monday.com\/solutions\/add_solution?solution_id=10047086\" target=\"_self\">Get template<\/a>\n<div class=\"acf-input-prepend\"><div class=\"accordion faq\" id=\"faq-budget-templates\">\n  <h2 class=\"accordion__heading section-title text-left\">FAQs about budget templates for Google Sheets<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\">\n    <a class=\"accordion__button d-block\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\" href=\"#q-budget-templates-1\"\n      aria-expanded=\"false\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__question\">What is a budget plan?        <svg class=\"angle-arrow angle-arrow--down\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M16.5303 20.8839C16.2374 21.1768 15.7626 21.1768 15.4697 20.8839L7.82318 13.2374C7.53029 12.9445 7.53029 12.4697 7.82318 12.1768L8.17674 11.8232C8.46963 11.5303 8.9445 11.5303 9.2374 11.8232L16 18.5858L22.7626 11.8232C23.0555 11.5303 23.5303 11.5303 23.8232 11.8232L24.1768 12.1768C24.4697 12.4697 24.4697 12.9445 24.1768 13.2374L16.5303 20.8839Z\" fill=\"black\"\/>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/h3>\n    <\/a>\n    <div id=\"q-budget-templates-1\" class=\"accordion__answer collapse collapse--md\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\">\n      <p>A budget plan, sometimes called a spending plan, outlines how your budget will be spent. It helps you figure out if you have the budget to do what needs to be done, and how your budget should be spent to reach your financial goals.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\">\n    <a class=\"accordion__button d-block\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\" href=\"#q-budget-templates-2\"\n      aria-expanded=\"false\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__question\">Is there a budget template in Google Sheets?        <svg class=\"angle-arrow angle-arrow--down\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M16.5303 20.8839C16.2374 21.1768 15.7626 21.1768 15.4697 20.8839L7.82318 13.2374C7.53029 12.9445 7.53029 12.4697 7.82318 12.1768L8.17674 11.8232C8.46963 11.5303 8.9445 11.5303 9.2374 11.8232L16 18.5858L22.7626 11.8232C23.0555 11.5303 23.5303 11.5303 23.8232 11.8232L24.1768 12.1768C24.4697 12.4697 24.4697 12.9445 24.1768 13.2374L16.5303 20.8839Z\" fill=\"black\"\/>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/h3>\n    <\/a>\n    <div id=\"q-budget-templates-2\" class=\"accordion__answer collapse collapse--md\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\">\n      <p>Yes, there is an annual budget template designed for personal use. There\u2019s also a single-month budget template and an expense report template included by default.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\">\n    <a class=\"accordion__button d-block\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\" href=\"#q-budget-templates-3\"\n      aria-expanded=\"false\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__question\">How do I make a budget spreadsheet?        <svg class=\"angle-arrow angle-arrow--down\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M16.5303 20.8839C16.2374 21.1768 15.7626 21.1768 15.4697 20.8839L7.82318 13.2374C7.53029 12.9445 7.53029 12.4697 7.82318 12.1768L8.17674 11.8232C8.46963 11.5303 8.9445 11.5303 9.2374 11.8232L16 18.5858L22.7626 11.8232C23.0555 11.5303 23.5303 11.5303 23.8232 11.8232L24.1768 12.1768C24.4697 12.4697 24.4697 12.9445 24.1768 13.2374L16.5303 20.8839Z\" fill=\"black\"\/>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/h3>\n    <\/a>\n    <div id=\"q-budget-templates-3\" class=\"accordion__answer collapse collapse--md\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\">\n      <p>How to make a budget spreadsheet varies from business to business, so there\u2019s no set formula. However, most budget spreadsheets include parameters like revenue, expenses, profit, loss, and outgoing costs. If you want to use Google Sheets, you can choose one of the ready-made templates. If you\u2019d prefer to use an interactive budget template, take a look at monday.com.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\">\n    <a class=\"accordion__button d-block\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\" href=\"#q-budget-templates-4\"\n      aria-expanded=\"false\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__question\">What is the 50 20 30 budget rule?        <svg class=\"angle-arrow angle-arrow--down\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M16.5303 20.8839C16.2374 21.1768 15.7626 21.1768 15.4697 20.8839L7.82318 13.2374C7.53029 12.9445 7.53029 12.4697 7.82318 12.1768L8.17674 11.8232C8.46963 11.5303 8.9445 11.5303 9.2374 11.8232L16 18.5858L22.7626 11.8232C23.0555 11.5303 23.5303 11.5303 23.8232 11.8232L24.1768 12.1768C24.4697 12.4697 24.4697 12.9445 24.1768 13.2374L16.5303 20.8839Z\" fill=\"black\"\/>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/h3>\n    <\/a>\n    <div id=\"q-budget-templates-4\" class=\"accordion__answer collapse collapse--md\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\">\n      <p>The 50-30-20 budget rule says that you should spend up to 50% of your after-tax monthly income on things you actually need, save 20%, and spend the remaining 30% on things you want but don\u2019t necessarily need. If you owe money you should spend a portion of that 30% on debt repayment.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\">\n    <a class=\"accordion__button d-block\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\" href=\"#q-budget-templates-5\"\n      aria-expanded=\"false\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__question\">Is there a free budget template?        <svg class=\"angle-arrow angle-arrow--down\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M16.5303 20.8839C16.2374 21.1768 15.7626 21.1768 15.4697 20.8839L7.82318 13.2374C7.53029 12.9445 7.53029 12.4697 7.82318 12.1768L8.17674 11.8232C8.46963 11.5303 8.9445 11.5303 9.2374 11.8232L16 18.5858L22.7626 11.8232C23.0555 11.5303 23.5303 11.5303 23.8232 11.8232L24.1768 12.1768C24.4697 12.4697 24.4697 12.9445 24.1768 13.2374L16.5303 20.8839Z\" fill=\"black\"\/>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/h3>\n    <\/a>\n    <div id=\"q-budget-templates-5\" class=\"accordion__answer collapse collapse--md\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\">\n      <p>Yes, absolutely. Google Sheets has several pre-made templates for you to try out. There are also budgeting apps that integrate with major banks (even if you\u2019re not using dollars and live outside the US) and can automatically split your spending into categories and display everything visually. monday.com offers several budget templates to help on your budgeting journey.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\">\n    <a class=\"accordion__button d-block\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\" href=\"#q-budget-templates-6\"\n      aria-expanded=\"false\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__question\">How to budget for beginners?         <svg class=\"angle-arrow angle-arrow--down\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M16.5303 20.8839C16.2374 21.1768 15.7626 21.1768 15.4697 20.8839L7.82318 13.2374C7.53029 12.9445 7.53029 12.4697 7.82318 12.1768L8.17674 11.8232C8.46963 11.5303 8.9445 11.5303 9.2374 11.8232L16 18.5858L22.7626 11.8232C23.0555 11.5303 23.5303 11.5303 23.8232 11.8232L24.1768 12.1768C24.4697 12.4697 24.4697 12.9445 24.1768 13.2374L16.5303 20.8839Z\" fill=\"black\"\/>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/h3>\n    <\/a>\n    <div id=\"q-budget-templates-6\" class=\"accordion__answer collapse collapse--md\" data-parent=\"#faq-budget-templates\">\n      <p>It\u2019s easier than you might think First, figure out your after-tax income. Second, choose a system or a budget app you want to use. Third, create spending categories and break down your sheet by week. Then, write down all of your spending into the sheet or app, and finally - analyze month to month and create a plan for the next 3-6 months.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <script type='application\/ld+json'>{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"What is a budget plan?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"<p>A budget plan, sometimes called a spending plan, outlines how your budget will be spent. 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