Say Yes To Profits Podcast

Dr. Octavia Conner
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If your firm is generating revenue but your cash flow still feels unpredictable, and profit is nonexistent, the Say Yes To Profits Podcast is for you! This is the premier show for consulting firm CEOs who are ready to convert revenue into consistent cash flow and predictable profitability. Each episode breaks down proven financial strategies and provides clear metrics you can use in your business, so you can lead your firm with financial clarity, control, and confidence. If you’re serious about building a firm that pays you back, subscribe to the Say Yes To Profits Podcast today and listen now on all major podcast platforms Hosted by award-winning CFO and Financial Strategist Dr. Octavia Conner, the show equips you with the financial leadership, structure, and discipline required to convert revenue into profit and profit into wealth so you can lead with confidence and build a business designed for long-term success.   👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com   💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.     AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount) https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127 Try Go HighLevel for 14 Days Free https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=say-yes-to-profits55 Google Workspace - Receive a 10% Discount https://referworkspace.app.goo.gl/GdJm PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

  1. 1d ago

    Business Coach or CFO: Which One Do You Actually Need?

    Are you investing in the wrong expert? Most consulting firm CEOs assume every business problem requires more revenue and growth strategy, but sometimes what your business actually needs is financial structure, discipline, and data-driven leadership. In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner breaks down the real difference between a business coach and a Virtual CFO so you can stop guessing and start investing in the right support for this season of your business. If money keeps coming in but not staying, your cash flow feels unpredictable, or profitability is not scaling with your revenue, this episode is your wake-up call. 👇🏾 JOIN THE UPCOMING SAY YES TO PROFITS MASTERCLASS https://Cashflow.SayYesToProfits.com 👇🏾 TAKE THE PROFIT LEAK DIAGNOSTIC https://diagnostic.sayyestoprofits.com 💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.   AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    13 min

  2. Jun 8

    How Much Does CFO Services Cost?

    How much does a CFO really cost? It is one of the most common questions I hear from consulting firm CEOs. The truth is, the cost of CFO services depends on the size of your business, the complexity of your finances, the level of support you need, and the experience of the CFO you hire. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on CFO pricing and explain what you are actually paying for when you invest in financial leadership. I discuss the factors that influence CFO fees, typical Virtual CFO pricing ranges, and the key differences between hiring a full-time CFO and partnering with a Virtual CFO. 👇🏾 JOIN THE UPCOMING SAY YES TO PROFITS MASTERCLASS https://Cashflow.SayYesToProfits.com 👇🏾 TAKE THE PROFIT LEAK DIAGNOSTIC https://diagnostic.sayyestoprofits.com 💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.   AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    15 min

  3. May 25

    Consulting Firm Money Habits That Quietly Drain Cash

    A consulting firm can hit record revenue and still be one unexpected expense away from financial pressure. The problem is not always sales, it is the invisible habits CEOs normalize that quietly destroy cash flow and profitability over time. In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner breaks down the real reasons consulting firms leak money, how reactive growth decisions create financial instability, and what it takes to build a firm that is not just bigger, but financially solid, scalable, and predictably profitable. 👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com 👇🏾 TAKE THE PROFIT LEAK DIAGNOSTIC https://diagnostic.sayyestoprofits.com 💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.   AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    19 min

  4. May 22

    The Role Of A CFO

    If your marketing agency or consulting firm is generating 7-figures plus and cash still feels tight, this episode will challenge how you think about growth. In this episode, I explain why revenue is no longer your safety net at the one to ten million dollar level, how growth changes the way cash behaves, and why strong sales can still create financial pressure. I break down how financial visibility transforms decision-making by proactively modeling cash flow, protecting margin, and replacing guesswork with intentional financial leadership. If you are ready to stop reacting to cash pressure and start leading with clarity, control, and predictable profits, watch this episode, then join me at the SYTP Accelerator to learn how to scale like a true financial executive. 👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com   💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established marketing agencies and service-based businesses turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.   AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    12 min

  5. May 22

    The Cash Flow Decisions That Quietly Break Growing Marketing Agencies

    Scaling your agency should increase freedom, not financial pressure. In this episode, I uncover why marketing agencies between $1M and $10M experience shrinking margins and tighter cash flow as they grow, and the three decisions that quietly create that strain. You will learn how to align hiring, delivery timelines, and fixed costs with real margin and cash timing so growth stops working against you. If you are ready to stop funding growth out of stress and start leading with financial clarity, join us inside the Say Yes To Profits Accelerator and scale with control. 👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com 💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established marketing agencies and service-based businesses turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.   AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    17 min

  6. May 22

    5 Signs You Need a Virtual CFO

    Are you a founder of a marketing agency or consulting firm earning between $1M and $10M annually, yet cash still feels tight? In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner explains the 5 clear signs that your agency needs a Virtual CFO. This is for founders who are growing but want predictable cash flow, stronger margins, and executive-level financial clarity. If revenue is strong but profit is inconsistent, this video is for you. We help founders of marketing agencies and consulting firms turn growth into predictable cash flow and profit they can clearly see, retain, and scale. 👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com 💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established marketing agencies and service-based businesses turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.   AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    16 min

  7. May 22

    Marketing Agency Pricing Mistakes That Destroy Profit

    As a marketing agency founder are you securing new clients and bigger retainers but your cash flow is still not improving? In this episode, I explain why revenue growth alone can leave your agency feeling busy but financially tight, and how hidden costs in pricing, delivery, and team expansion quietly erode profit. I break down the key decisions that protect margins, ensure predictable cash flow, and turn growth into sustainable profit. If your agency is landing big retainers but cash flow still feels tight, this video is for you. We help founders of marketing agencies turn revenue into predictable cash flow, protect profit from hidden leaks, and make pricing and financial decisions with clarity and confidence.   👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com   💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.     AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    15 min

  8. May 22

    How Marketing Agencies Thrive In A Tough Market

    How do marketing agencies thrive in a tough market? In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits Podcast, Dr. Octavia Conner breaks down what it actually takes for marketing agencies to remain profitable, stable, and in control when economic conditions become uncertain. You will learn the key financial strategies agencies use to navigate market pressure, maintain cash flow, protect profit margins, and make stronger decisions during challenging times. This episode is designed for founders who are serious about sustaining growth, strengthening financial performance, and leading their agency with clarity and confidence, regardless of market conditions. 👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com   💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   ABOUT OCTAVIA I am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework. 👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.   AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount)  https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy   Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127   Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160   PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

    14 min
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If your firm is generating revenue but your cash flow still feels unpredictable, and profit is nonexistent, the Say Yes To Profits Podcast is for you! This is the premier show for consulting firm CEOs who are ready to convert revenue into consistent cash flow and predictable profitability. Each episode breaks down proven financial strategies and provides clear metrics you can use in your business, so you can lead your firm with financial clarity, control, and confidence. If you’re serious about building a firm that pays you back, subscribe to the Say Yes To Profits Podcast today and listen now on all major podcast platforms Hosted by award-winning CFO and Financial Strategist Dr. Octavia Conner, the show equips you with the financial leadership, structure, and discipline required to convert revenue into profit and profit into wealth so you can lead with confidence and build a business designed for long-term success.   👇🏾 JOIN THE NEXT SAY YES TO PROFITS ACCELERATOR https://Accelerator.SayYesToProfits.com   💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.   👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - LINK Listen on Podbean Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on iHeart Listen on Spotify Listen on Pandora Watch on YouTube DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.     AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾 Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount) https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127 Try Go HighLevel for 14 Days Free https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=say-yes-to-profits55 Google Workspace - Receive a 10% Discount https://referworkspace.app.goo.gl/GdJm PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Octavia Conner
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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    Say Yes To Profits Podcast