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Say Yes To Profits PodcastHow To Implement Profit Protection Protocols To Stop Profit LeaksRevenue doesn’t equal profit and without the right systems, your money can vanish before you see it.
In this episode, I reveal how to implement the Profit Protection Protocol to stop leaks, safeguard margins, and take control of your cash flow.
If you want predictable profit and financial confidence, this episode is a must-watch.
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2025-12-0814 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastWhat Happens When You Pay Yourself First and As The CEOMost CEOs pay everyone else first, the team, vendors, software, even taxes, while their own paycheck stays optional.
This episode breaks down why that habit keeps you stuck in survival mode and how paying yourself first is a major sign of financial maturity and business growth.
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2025-12-0114 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastWhy More Revenue Doesn't Equal More Cash Flow or ProfitGrowing revenue should create financial freedom… but for many CEOs, it creates chaos instead.
In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner reveals why business owners with impressive revenue often struggle with unpredictable cash flow, rising expenses, and constant financial uncertainty.
You’ll learn the 3 core reasons cash disappears, even during growth, and how to shift into true financial leadership using clarity, systems, and consistent habits. If you’re earning more but keeping less, this episode is your turning point.
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2025-11-2413 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastThe 7 Deadly Financial Sins Service Based CEOs MakeSuccess has a dark side.
Most established consulting firm owners and service-based CEOs don’t fail because of the economy, the market, or even competition. Nope.
Many struggle or even fail because of their own shortcomings, which is the dark side of success.
What am I referring to when I say you, yes, YOU, may be the dark side of success or the downfall of your business?
In this episode, I identified the 7 Deadly Financial Sins that keep even the most driven service-based CEOs trapped in a cycle of revenue without re...
2025-11-2419 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastWhat Women CEOs Should Do During a Government ShutdownWhen the government shuts down, most women CEOs panic.
But the prepared ones? They profit and thrive.
In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, Dr. Octavia Conner reveals how to thrive, not fear, during a government shutdown.
Discover two powerful strategies to protect your business, strengthen your network, and create independent revenue streams so your cash keeps flowing, no matter what happens in Washington.
This is how confident, prepared CEOs rise above uncertainty and continue to say YES to profits!
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2025-10-1315 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow to Boost Profits Without Working MoreEver had a client who paid well but left you exhausted and broke?
Not all revenue is created equal, and let me show you why.
In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner shares the Revenue Quality Index (RQI), a simple yet powerful tool that shows you which revenue streams bring profit, peace, and scalability.
Tune in and learn how to work less, earn more, and scale faster as a profitable CEO.
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2025-10-0615 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastUnderstanding Cash Flow in 10 MinutesYou didn’t start your business to stress about money.
Yet so many CEOs feel profitable but still run out of cash.
In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, Dr. Octavia Conner simplifies cash flow so you can finally see where your money is going, stop financial chaos, and take control of your business growth.
Inside this quick lesson, you’ll discover:
✅ The 3 types of cash flow every CEO must monitor
✅ Why profit on paper doesn’t always mean cash in the bank
✅ How to avoid cash shortages and build financ...
2025-09-2910 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastWhat Is a Virtual CFO and Why Your Business Can't Scale Without OneWhat is a Virtual CFO, and why does your business need one?
In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, Dr. Octavia Conner explains how a Virtual CFO goes beyond bookkeeping and accounting to design the financial strategy that drives long-term success.
You will learn how a CFO creates clarity in your numbers, builds a cash flow system that eliminates uncertainty, and implements profit-focused strategies that allow your business to scale with confidence.
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2025-09-1813 min
Coinology, The PodcastCoinology, The Podcast – Season 5, Episode 3 Guest: Dr. Octavia Conner | Episode Title: Get MoneyCoinology, The Podcast – Season 5, Episode 3 Guest: Dr. Octavia Conner | Episode Title: Get MoneyIn this powerful episode of Coinology, The Podcast, host Ebony Porter-Ike sits down with Dr. Octavia Conner, a trailblazing Virtual CFO known nationwide for guiding small businesses toward financial success. Dr. Conner opens up about her unconventional journey—rising from the challenges of teenage motherhood to breaking barriers in the financial sector and building a reputation as one of the most trusted advisors for entrepreneurs.In this raw and transparent conversation, Ebony and Octavia share personal stories of struggle, triumph, and the less...
2025-09-1050 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow To Scale Your Business (so it operates without you)Many CEOs dream of freedom, the ability to travel, take time off, and lead their business instead of managing every detail.
But too often, they become the bottleneck. Every email, invoice, and client decision flows through them, leading to exhaustion, stalled growth, and team confusion.
In this week’s episode, I share how real scalability begins with structure.
By building three core departments, Administration, Service Delivery, and Marketing, you can delegate effectively, empower leaders, and keep your business running smoothly without your constant involvement.
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2025-08-2619 minSay Yes To Profits Podcast$89,000 Recovered By One CEO & CFO: A Cash Flow Win StoryFor over three months, a 7-figure CEO waited on nearly $90,000 owed to her company, tightening cash flow, delaying growth, and draining reserves.
Say Yes To Profits stepped in as her Virtual CFO, recovered $89,279.13, and secured systems to prevent future delays.
These strategies not only recovered lost revenue but restored peace of mind and positioned her business for unstoppable growth.
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2025-08-1815 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastYour Financials Tell A StoryIs your business financially successful, or just surviving on revenue alone?
This episode of the Say Yes To Profits Podcast challenges CEOs to move beyond avoidance or surface-level analysis. It’s a call to take ownership of your financial narrative now, while you still have the power to shape the outcome, rather than later, when the cost of inaction has grown too great.
This episode breaks down:
Why revenue alone is not a reliable measure of financial health
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2025-08-1116 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow to Stop Feeling Broke in Your 7-Figure BusinessYou can generate $1 million in revenue and still feel broke. Why? Because revenue is not cash.
In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits Podcast, I will break down the real reasons high-earning CEOs are financially stressed and what to do about it.
From delayed receivables to bloated expenses and the “spend to grow” trap, you’ll uncover the profit-killing habits most 7-figure business owners don’t talk about.
What you’ll learn:
Why cash flow is more important than revenue
How to implement a 12-week cash flow forecast
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2025-08-0423 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastA Bookkeeper and CPA Are No Longer Enough For 7-Figure CEOs.You are running a 7-figure-plus business. You have a CPA and a bookkeeper.
So why do your finances still feel unclear and disconnected?
The truth is, this is not a revenue issue. It is a financial leadership gap.
In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits Podcast, I explain why a Virtual CFO is the missing piece and how to finally gain financial clarity, consistency, and control.
Inside this episode, you will learn:
✔️ Why traditional financial roles fall short at the 7-figure level
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2025-07-2915 minSay Yes To Profits Podcast12 Financial Commandments for 7-Figure Women CEOsGenerating millions in revenue does not guarantee consistent profit, cash flow clarity, or financial stability.
In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, Dr. Octavia Conner, Virtual CFO and Business Financial Strategist for 7-figure service-based women CEOs, reveals the 12 non-negotiable financial commandments that every high-earning CEO must implement to gain financial foresight, build a cash reserve, reduce taxes legally and ethically, and more…
These commandments are built around the proprietary Say Yes To Profits® Framework: Prepare. Produce. Purchase. Profit. Power, and together, they form a scalable financial ecosystem that supports sustainable growth and long...
2025-07-2223 minSay Yes To Profits Podcast4 Underrated Cash Flow Strategies for Scaling CEOsMost 7-figure CEOs believe that increasing revenue solves cash flow problems. It does not. In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner reveals five strategic cash flow systems that high-earning CEOs must implement to eliminate gaps, protect profit, and lead with financial control.
You will learn:
Why your business may look profitable but still feel financially unstable
How to implement the Cash Flow Control Allocation and Watchtower strategies
What steps to take for consistent, predictable cash flow at scale
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2025-07-1520 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastTrump’s Big Beautiful Bill 2025: What It Means for Your Business TaxesOn July 4, 2025, the Big Beautiful Bill was signed into law by Trump, and it’s a game-changer for 7- and 8-figure CEOs.
If you're not paying attention, you could be overpaying in taxes and missing out on massive cash flow opportunities.
In this episode, I break down the top four tax provisions you must know, from increased pass-through deductions to bonus depreciation and new payroll credits.
Discover how to:
Legally reduce your tax bill
Improve post-tax cash flow
Leverage capital deductions
Protect your profits with a strategy
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2025-07-0914 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastBuild Like You’re Going To Sell - Even If You Never Plan ToWhether you plan to sell your business in three years or thirty, or never at all, you must build it as if it were an asset because it is.
Why? Because businesses that are sellable are also scalable, sustainable, and significantly more profitable.
In this episode of The Say Yes To Profits Podcast, I will show you how to build your business as if you're going to sell it, even if you never plan to do so; you create something powerful.
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2025-07-0717 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastSigns You're Ready To Scale To 7 FiguresMore money shouldn’t mean more problems. In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, Dr. Octavia Conner shares the five signs that prove whether you're truly ready to scale your business, without sacrificing your profit or peace.
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2025-06-3019 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastFrom Unappreciated & Overlooked to Honorary Doctorate DegreeImagine showing up in obedience, building with integrity, and staying faithful through the highs and the lows, then one day, someone taps you on the shoulder and says, “I’ve been watching you… And I see your greatness.”
That moment happened to me.
In this powerful episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, I take you behind the scenes of receiving my honorary doctorate. This is a story of faith, favor, and the fruit of consistency.
I share the emotional moment of walking across the stage again, the doors that opened afterward, and the d...
2025-06-2319 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastWhy CEOs Should Do Scenario PlanningMost CEOs react. Profitable CEOs prepare.
In this mid-week mini episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, Dr. Octavia Conner reveals the power of scenario planning and how it can help you stay calm, confident, and cash flow strong in any economy.
This is not about fear. It is about having a plan before you need one.
Watch now to learn how high-earning minority women CEOs are recession-proofing their businesses with this one simple strategy.
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2025-06-1904 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastRecession-Proof Strategies for Minority Women CEOsIf the economy crashes tomorrow, will your business survive or scramble? In this episode, I break down exactly how high-earning, service-based women entrepreneurs can recession-proof their businesses with power, purpose, and profit.
This is not about panic. This is about preparation.
From building a 12-month cash reserve to securing capital before you need it, I reveal the exact strategies she uses to help her 7-figure clients increase cash flow, reduce risk, and build businesses that thrive even in an economic downturn.
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2025-06-1526 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow To Organize Your Finances Like A Profitable CEOIn this mini episode of Say Yes To Profits Podcast, discover four powerful steps to organize your finances like a CEO. You’ll learn how to eliminate silent cash leaks, manage your money with confidence, and build a strong cash reserve with ease.
This episode is packed with practical strategies to help you gain control of your business finances.
Take the first step toward financial clarity and lasting profitability!
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2025-06-1207 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow High-Earning Minority Women CEOs Can Build A Cash Reserve With EaseMany high-earning women entrepreneurs look profitable on paper but feel financially unstable behind the scenes.
In this episode, I reveal how to create a cash reserve that gives you peace of mind, protects your profits, and positions your business for long-term success. You will learn four simple steps to manage your money intentionally, eliminate silent leaks, and lead your company with confidence and control.
If financial clarity and consistent cash flow are your goals, this episode is your starting point.
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2025-06-1120 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow Your Bank Balance Is Keeping You Broke In BusinessJust because there’s money in your business bank account doesn’t mean you’re profitable.
In this episode, you will learn a dangerous habit that keeps high-earning minority women CEOs stuck in a cycle of financial guesswork, hidden losses, and stress.
If you’ve ever checked your balance to decide if you can pay yourself, hire a team member, or invest in growth, this episode is your wake-up call.
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2025-05-2723 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastWhy Minority Women-Owned Businesses Fail and What To Do About It
Why are so many brilliant, hardworking women of color still struggling to build profitable businesses?
It’s not a lack of passion. It’s not a lack of grind.
It is often hidden financial traps that no one talks about until now.
In today's episode of the SYTP Podcast, I explore five silent profit killers that keep minority women entrepreneurs stuck in survival mode.
If you're tired of feeling overworked and underpaid, this conversation is your wake-up call.
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2025-05-1924 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastMillion Dollar Mistakes: 5 Financial Mistakes Women Entrepreneurs Make On Their Journey To 7 FiguresIf you're approaching or earning seven figures but still feel broke, this episode reveals why revenue alone doesn't guarantee financial security.
Learn the five hidden mistakes that silently drain your profits, create cash flow chaos, and keep successful CEOs stuck in a cycle of hustle.
You will learn how to refine your business structure, manage cash flow intentionally, and establish a financial foundation that supports sustainable and profitable growth.
If you're ready to stop celebrating revenue and start building true wealth, this is the episode for you.
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2025-05-0528 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow 7 Figure CEOs Remain In Financial ControlYour business might be generating 7-figures, but real success comes from staying in financial control behind the scenes.
This episode breaks down exactly how powerful CEOs lead with strategy, forecast with clarity, and build systems that make their money work for them.
It’s time to stop surviving and start leading with confidence.
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2025-04-3014 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow To Create An Annual Financial Plan For BusinessDiscover how to create a strategic 2025 financial plan tailored for service professionals and consultants!
Maximize cash flow, reduce taxes, and set your business up for profitable growth in the new year. Watch now and start planning for success!
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2025-04-3020 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow To Get Unstuck In BusinessFeeling stuck in your business?
In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits Podcast, I share actionable strategies to help you break free from stagnation, reignite your passion, and scale your business with confidence.
Whether you're facing financial challenges, struggling to attract clients, or unsure how to grow, these proven tips will help you get back on track and achieve the success you deserve.
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2025-04-3018 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow To Price Your Services (Step-By-Step)Are you struggling to figure out how to price your services for maximum profitability?
In this step-by-step episode, I explain exactly how to price your services as a consultant or service-based CEO.
You will learn to set competitive rates, calculate profit margins, and ensure that your pricing aligns with the value you deliver.
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2025-04-3021 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastHow to Review and Reset After Quarter One and Pivot In Quarter TwoQuarter one is officially over. Did your business hit its financial goals, or are you wondering where the profit went?
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2025-04-3020 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastIRS Preparing To Fire 15, 000 Workers-How That Will Impact Your BusinessWith 15,000 IRS employees laid off right in the middle of tax season, small businesses could face massive frustration.
In this episode of the Say Yes to Profits Podcast, I’ll break down what’s happening, how it impacts your business, and the profit-protecting strategies you need to navigate the chaos and stay financially strong!
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2025-04-3011 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastAre You Ready For A CFO - Chief Financial Officer
If you're a service-based entrepreneur earning multiple six or seven figures but still unsure where your money is going or how to consistently increase profit and reduce taxes, this episode is for you.
Learn what a Virtual CFO actually is, how they differ from a bookkeeper or accountant, and why they play a critical role in scaling a profitable business.
This episode breaks down the services a Virtual CFO provides, from cash flow forecasting and tax strategy to financial reporting and leadership-level guidance.
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2025-04-3021 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastLLC vs S Corp vs S Corp: Pros, Cons, Difference and Taxes (2025 Update)Are you wondering which business structure is best for your company?
In this video, I break down the key differences between an LLC, S Corporation, and C Corporation so you can make the best decision for your business in 2025.
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2025-04-3016 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastYou Owe The IRS Taxes! How To Legally Pay The IRS Zero In TaxesIf you made seven figures but paid a massive tax bill, this video reveals why and how to fix it.
Learn the key reasons high-earning CEOs overpay the IRS and discover proven tax strategies to legally reduce your tax burden.
Find out how to hire your family, shift income, and use the Augusta Rule to protect more of your profits legally.
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2025-04-2921 minSay Yes To Profits PodcastAre You Ready For a CFO In Your Business?In this episode, you will learn how to spot the hidden signs that your business needs a CFO to scale profitably. We will walk through the difference between a bookkeeper, an accountant, and a CFO, and show you how to create a financial roadmap that supports real, lasting growth.
You will discover how to find and fix cash leaks, make smarter financial decisions, and protect your profits as you grow. If you are serious about building wealth and scaling your business strategically, this episode will show you exactly where to start.
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2025-04-2921 min
Business Owner Breakthrough PodcastValue Builder Driver #8: Hub and SpokeText PeteIn this episode, Pete Mohr and Octavia Conner dive into the hub and spoke model, a common trap for small and medium-sized business owners. They discuss how to remove yourself from being the center of daily operations, empowering your team and automating processes to build a scalable and sellable business.Episode Highlights:→ The risks of a business overly reliant on its owner.→ How to delegate decisions to the lowest level of your organization.→ Why documenting systems and processes is non-negotiable.→ The role of leadership teams and tech...
2025-01-2808 min
Books UncoveredBooks Uncovered - 07-01-2025 - 15 - Bella and Holly discuss their favourite NovelistWe talk about authors Carson McCullers, Shirley Jackson, Flannery O'Conner and Octavia E Butler
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2025-01-1124 min
Seven Figure Consultant with Jessica FearnleyYou Asked, Jessica Answers! - Q&A Roundup Episode - Creating WealthTo finish off this year of the Seven Figure Consultant Podcast, we're re-releasing one of the most popular episodes of 2024 - a Q&A roundup episode on creating wealth for women B2B consultants and thought leaders. I'm answering listener questions on key topics like business finance organisation, investment strategies, and setting profit targets. I also talk about the mindset shift required to move beyond just saving for a rainy day. This episode stands as a valuable resource for women entrepreneurs seeking to create wealth and make a positive impact with their consulting business.
2024-12-1618 min
The BreEvolve PodcastSecrets to Building WEALTH with Octavia Conner Ep. 19Send us a textJoin us for an inspiring episode of the BreEvolve Podcast with the incredible Octavia Conner! She takes us on her heartfelt entrepreneurial journey, sharing valuable lessons, challenges, and triumphs that will motivate you to keep pushing toward your goals. 🌟 Plus, Octavia blesses us with insights from her business, Say Yes to Profits, and offers a FREE Profit Bundle exclusively for our listeners! 🎁✨ Don’t miss this empowering conversation—grab your free Profit Bundle here: https://www.sayyestoprofits.com/BreEvolve/🎙️ Tune in, take notes, and let’s grow together!
2024-12-0529 min
Money Talk With TiffFrom Messy Books to Profitable Business with Octavia Conner | Ep. 338In this enlightening episode of Money Talk With Tiff, Tiffany Grant sits down with Octavia Conner, a seasoned expert in business accounting and finance, to discuss essential tips for business owners who may have neglected their books. Whether you’re a newbie entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you maintain accurate and reliable financial records. Discover how to choose the right accounting system, the importance of training, and how understanding your business structure can impact your finances and taxes.Check out the full shownotes here: https://mo...
2024-09-1911 min
Moms with BenefitsTop Tax Tips for MompreneursOctavia Conner is a virtual CFO and tax strategist, Founder and CEO of Say Yes to Profits, mother of four, and new grandmother. Say Yes to Profits is a premier full-service accounting firm that offers virtual CFO services tailored to consultants and service-based businesses seeking clarity, control, and confidence in their financial endeavors.
In their insightful conversation, host Samantha Saxby and Octavia discuss:
Benefits of entrepreneurship for motherhood
Reevaluating your business structure for higher tax savings
How to determine a “reasonable” salary as a business owner
Identi...
2024-06-0429 minSeven Figure Consultant with Jessica FearnleyYou Asked, Jessica Answers! - Q&A Roundup Episode - Creating WealthIn this week's Seven Figure Consultant Podcast episode, I wrap up our mini-series on creating wealth for women B2B consultants and thought leaders. I'm answering listener questions on key topics like business finance organisation, investment strategies, and setting profit targets. I also talk about the mindset shift required to move beyond just saving for a rainy day. As I prepare to take a short break from the podcast to focus on my upcoming book, this episode stands as a valuable resource for women entrepreneurs seeking to create wealth and make a positive impact with their consulting...
2024-05-2018 min
Eat Blog TalkHow To Build A Profitable 7-Figure Business With Ease with Octavia ConnerIn episode 531, Octavia Conner teaches us strategies to increase profits, including how to determine the overall financial health of our business, identify financial leaks and avoid overpaying on tax. Octavia Conner stands as an esteemed financial and tax strategist, celebrated best-selling author of two books, accomplished speaker, and the visionary proprietor of not one but three successful enterprises: Say Yes To Profits, Her CEO Space, and Octavia's Helping Hands Inc. With notable mentions in Forbes and prominent features in Essence, Fox Five News, Portia TV, Fox Soul, ENSPIRE Magazine, Voyage ATL, Authority Magazine, Intuit, and...
2024-05-0636 min
Kingdom Divided "Bell Lands" (Sword Chronicle)KD Bell Lands Empire 68 A fleet of ships, bearing the flag of Silveroak, arrives at the port, indicating the generous nature of the Silveroak faction, including the generous gift of a remarkable ship to Caden. Meanwhile, amidst the gatherings and exchanges, there is a covert conversation between Emmanuel Carrigan and Peter about the mysterious creatures of the Maw. Lyla welcomes the Silveroak group and offers them accommodation in Rory's personal house. At the port, Kristjan Covinggard, the Blood Prince of Covengguard, arrives seemingly to inspect the ships. In the city, there are reports of the Brazerbucks wandering around, possibly involved with the first...
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Life Her PodcastS3:E97 "Master Your Finances: Insights from a Financial Expert" with Octavia Conner-CFOAward-Winning Financial Expert Octavia Conner Provides Vital Steps to Safeguard Businesses Amid Possible Second Pandemic With the potential of a second pandemic looming, the time is now for entrepreneurs to safeguard their businesses and prized possessions.
Renowned financial expert and Chief Financial Officer of Say YES to Profits, Octavia Conner, steps forward to share her invaluable insights and key steps that business owners can take to secure their financial futures in these uncertain times.
Preparing for the Unknown: 5 Key Steps to Safeguard Your Business
As the possibility of a second pandemic continues to be a...
2023-10-1242 minSeven Figure Consultant with Jessica FearnleyTake Your Firm From A Money Drought To 6-Figure Cash Flow, with Octavia ConnerIn this week's episode of the Seven Figure Consultant Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Octavia Conner, the CEO of Say Yes to Profits, a virtual CFO firm. Octavia shared her journey with me, from leaving corporate America to becoming an entrepreneur. She opened up about the challenges she faced along the way and the breakthrough moment that led her to build a successful six figure business, which quickly scaled to a seven figure business. We delved into the topic of cash flow and why it's so important for businesses, the significance of setting...
2023-09-1838 min
Okiki Podcast: Making Inspirational People Known- Finding Your Purpose and the turning points that Propel You to SuccessOkiki Podcast Episode 78: How to say yes to profit in In Your Business with Octavia Conner-After spending ten years in corporate America, helping to build multimillion-dollar businesses as the "go-to numbers girl," Octavia decided to ditch the 9 to 5 in 2011 and build her dream business instead. With a laptop, a busted printer, nominal saving, but full of passion Octavia embarked on a journey of providing businesses with advanced financial management support, strategies, and solutions. Her passion led to the birth of Say Yes To Profits, a virtual CFO firm that helps businesses have more money, more profits, and pay less taxes. Typically, her clients grow between 30% and 350% within 12- month and...
2022-10-2423 min
Slaying Self Doubt® PodcastThe Journey Behind the Business with Octavia ConnerIn this episode, I am talking to the CEO & Founder of Say Yes to Profits, the virtual CEO firm, Octavia Conner. After spending over ten years in corporate America, helping to build multimillion-dollar businesses as the "go-to numbers girl," Octavia decided to ditch the 9 to 5 in 2011 and build her dream business instead. With a laptop, a busted printer, and nominal savings, but full of passion, Octavia embarked on a journey of providing small businesses with advanced financial management support, strategies, and solutions. Her passion led to the birth of Say Yes To Profits. Octavia has been quoted...
2022-09-0939 min
Beyond Better with Stacy Ennis63. How to develop a 7-figure money mindset with Octavia ConnerMoney. It’s one of the biggest sources of stress entrepreneurs face. This week, Octavia Conner, founder and CEO of Say Yes to Profits, shares some of her top strategies to go from financial distress to abundance—and grow your company as you grow your money mindset.
Octavia Conner has been quoted in Forbes and featured in Afro Tech and Intuit. Selected as a top-50 accountant in North America for two consecutive years and acknowledged as an award-winning, best-selling author and professional speaker, Octavia combines over 20 years of business, accounting, and financial experience. Basically, she knows her stuf...
2022-08-0330 min
Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business110 - Pricing for Profit with Octavia ConnerOn this episode I am speaking with Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a virtual CFO firm that helps businesses have more money, more profits, and pay less in taxes. After spending ten years in corporate America, helping to build multimillion-dollar businesses as the "go-to numbers girl," Octavia decided to ditch the 9 to 5 in 2011 and build her dream business instead. With a laptop, a busted printer, nominal saving, but full of passion Octavia embarked on a journey of providing businesses with advanced financial management support, strategies, and solutions.
Episode Quote: A business without a path to profit isn’t...
2022-07-0136 min
The Yegi ProjectSmall Business Accounting Tips, What is Cash Flow & More Money Talk with Octavia, Say Yes to ProfitsWe are thrilled to have Octavia, the CEO of virtual accounting firm Say Yes to Profits on this episode of The Yegi Project. Yegi's Master's Degree was focused on accounting and she still wishes she had this podcast episode available to her when she first started her business! Octavia takes us through what makes her firm so unique, why she left the corporate accounting world to become an entrepreneur PLUS she divulges on some accounting tips and tricks that can help your business cross the million dollar mark. If you own a small business or are thinking of starting...
2022-06-1536 min
The Modern CPA Success ShowModern CPA Success Show's Best of 2021"As a CPA firm, we're big into numbers, we're big into data. And, we do look at this data to try to determine what our future topics are going to be and how to make sure that our podcasts are hitting the audience." - Jamie NauThe finer details of this episode :What are the top performing podcasts episodes on the Modern CPA Success Show in 2021?What three topics drive more podcast downloads?Why did these topics perform well? Top 10 Episodes:The Future of Virtual CFO Services with Rick Telberg of CPA TrendlinesThe Pla...
2022-02-2110 min
Business Owner Breakthrough PodcastThe Secret To Increasing Profit with Octavia ConnerText PeteVirtual CFO, Octavia Conner joins me on this episode to talk about one of the most important things in business…PROFIT!Here’s a glance at what you’ll learn from our discussion in this episode:Why 7 figure companies still fall short of profit.How to price for ProfitHow to discover and uncover unnecessary expensesThe differences between profit and cashflowThe importance of watching your receivablesYou can reach out to Octavia at https://www.sayyestoprofits.comTo download her spreadsheet and plan go to: https://www.sayyestoprofits.com/plan If...
2022-02-1515 min
Black to Business77: Profiting First In Your Business w/ Octavia ConnerName: Octavia Conner Business Name: Say Yes To Profits Current Title: CEO Location: Atlanta Educational Background: Bachelor's in Accounting About Octavia: Octavia Conner is a financial consultant specializing in outsourced CFO and tax services. With a focus on profitability, her firm Say Yes to Profits has built a track record of helping over 90% of its clients grow between 30% and 350% within a year and reducing their tax liabilities by 60% or more. With her signature Say Yes To Profits Virtual CFO services, Octavia ha...
2022-01-0655 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 283 Failed Entrepreneur, Left Corporate and Now Thriving Virtual CFO, Octavia ConnerCash flow is a huge factor in the success of small businesses. A U.S. Bank study found that 82% of failed businesses cited it as one reason they went under. Octavia Conner was one of those failed entrepreneurs, having left her corporate accounting job to start a business, only to find that the skills that made her employers millions of dollars didn't transfer into her own small company. After going through the traumatic experience of failure, she went back to corporate work for several months before trying again with her newfound knowledge. Today, she is thriving as a virtual CFO an...
2021-09-2941 min
Business Growth LabWhy Cashflow Is The Leading Cause Of Business Failure with Octavia ConnerThe old saying “the numbers don’t lie” applies to all businesses.It’s a critical factor to monitor exactly where the company’s money is going. Unfortunately, most business owners don’t understand their numbers or their cashflow situation, hence it leads to business failure.In this episode, Samantha is joined by Octavia Conner from ‘Say Yes To Profits’. Octavia shares why knowing your numbers helps you manage your business better, and where exactly you find these ‘numbers’.Through her real-life client scenarios, Octavia gives an insightful conversation on the benefits of consistently tracking financial reports, having financial cla...
2021-09-2631 min
Own Your YesEp. 15 : The Courage to Start Again After Failure with Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes to ProfitsOwn Your Yes is a 12 week mini-series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in re...
2021-05-1327 min
Your Purpose and Business PodcastSay Yes To Profits with Octavia ConnerAfter spending ten years in Corporate America, helping to build multimillion-dollar businesses as the "go-to numbers girl," Octavia decided to ditch the 9 to 5 in 2011 and build her dream business instead. In this episode, Octavia shares: *How she transitioned from Corporate America to being the CFO of her Accounting Firm *The money mindset and confidence she developed to not only build her business but to secure new clients *The mistakes she made in the early stages of her accounting business * The importance of money to operate your business * Wh...
2021-05-1028 minThe Modern CPA Success ShowHow Octavia Conner Made Her Clients Say Yes to Profits"In order to generate profit the correct way you need to have cash flow in your business...So one of the ways that we help our business owners is that we tell them 'The ultimate goal is for you to say yes to profits.'” - Octavia Conner The finer details of this episode Say Yes To Profit and Octavia's amazing backstory How she defined what needed to be done to scale her businessWhat challenges she faced and how she overcame itTried and tested tips to build your own VCFO servicesEpisode resourcesSum...
2021-05-0325 min
Digital Masters: Growth Marketing Strategy, Tactics & TechnologyUsing Video To Generate 15 Leads/Month With Octavia Conner | Episode #28Subscribe to the Podcast https://sgplabs.com/subscribe- Developing the right mindset for content marketing- How do you get started with video marketing- How long to see results?- What is the minimum viable way to get started?- Why asking questions is vital to success- What kept you going when it was slow?- Why subscriber count doesn’t really matterReach out to Octavia:octavia@sayyestoprofits.comhttps://sayyestoprofits.com
2021-03-3028 min
sorry to podcast thisImagining A Future (w/ Kirsten Harris-Talley)Joining Danielle Holland and Anna Conner this week on #STPT, is activist and community educator, Kirsten Harris-Talley. They get into being present in this emerging moment, Octavia Butler, meditation, and the long fight towards a truly free and liberated future for us all. Learn more about Kirsten and her community campaign at www.electkht.org and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok at @ElectKHT.sorrytopodcastthis.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2020-06-241h 15
The Petrina Turner Podcast: Genuine Conversations on Faith, Family, Finance & Fearless Living006: Stepping Out on Faith and Using Your Gifts to Create a Profitable Business with Octavia ConnerWhether it is turning a hobby into a business or starting a blog, there are women (and men) who are finding success in using their skills, gifts, talents and even work experience to generate additional streams of income and even replace their income which is why I have my guest on the show today. Octavia Conner is an awesome testament on how anyone can "Step Out on Faith and Use Their Gifts to Create a Profitable Business" Take a listen and hear how Octavia launched her business and how she is helping other businesses to maximize their profits. It's...
2019-03-2036 min
Disruptive CEO NationSay Yes to ProfitsOctavia Conner is a financial management strategist, speaker, author, and accountant. Her movement, mission, company, and superpower – is helping businesses Say Yes To Profits. Here is where she strategically combines financial consulting, with proven money management and business growth strategies.
After spending 10 plus years in corporate America, helping to build the dreams of multimillion-dollar businesses as their “go-to numbers girl”, Octavia decided to ditch the 9 to 5 in 2011 and build her dream business instead.
Recently awarded one of the Top 50 Cloud Accountants in North America, her bold and fearless decision to launch Say Ye...
2018-10-2612 min
The Daring PodcastOctavia Conner - Say YES to PROFITSMGN Radio welcomes Octavia Conner to our show. Known as the Profit Maximizer™, Octavia Conner is the founder and CEO of Say YES to PROFITS, LLC, a business financial management boutique. Recognized as a leader in the business financial industry, she specializes in helping attorneys, entertainers and general service-based businesses accelerate their revenue, control their cash flow and maximize business profits faster, smarter and consistently.
Author of the bestselling book, Say YES To PROFITS: 3 Methods For Building The Profitable Business Of Your Dreams, Octavia is equipped with over 14 years of accounting and business development experience. Her proven profit maximizing strategies hav...
2016-06-2146 min
Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused Progressive Perspectives on Politics, News, and CultureWalidah Imarisha & adrienne maree brown & Mumia Abu-Jamal: Decolonizing the MindMany people know of Mumia Abu-Jamal as a journalist and political prisoner. But did you know he’s also a Star Trek fan? That’s one of the many revelations in the new book Octavia’s Brood: Science Fiction Stories from Social Justice Movements, a collection of visionary fiction from Walidah Imarisha and Adrienne Maree Brown. Adrienne Maree Brown is a writer, organizational healer, facilitator, pleasure activist, and Science Fiction scholar, among many other roles. Walidah Imarisha is an educator, writer, organizer, filmmaker, spoken word artist, prison abolitionist and activist. In addition to editing Octavia’s Brood, she has written...
2015-04-3015 min
The Daring PodcastSmart Accounting for Small BusinessesJoin MGN Radio as we chat with Octavia Conner, CEO and Founder of Smart Accounting, LLC. Octavia will share the key aspects about accounting, taxes, profit and losses that every entrepreneur should know about when starting and growing their small business. With over 14 years of professional bookkeeping experience Octavia coaches and consults business owners on how to implement smart money management techniques that enable them to enjoy more money, more time and peace of mind. Octavia is a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor and a member of the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers. She has a certification of completion in Project Managem...
2014-10-1157 min