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Grow My Accounting Practice | Tips for Accountants, Bookkeepers and Coaches to Grow Their Business
The Money Habit
Show Summary: In today's episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Mike Michalowicz is joined by Ron Saharyan and Liz Szporn to talk about Mike's newest book, The Money Habit, and the launch of Money Habit Mentors. The conversation explores why money challenges are rarely about math and almost always about behavior. Mike shares the thinking behind The Money Habit and how it builds on the principles of Profit First to help people create lasting personal financial habits. Ron and Liz discuss what this shift means for accounting and advisory professionals, and why guiding...
2026-02-16
30 min
Grow My Accounting Practice | Tips for Accountants, Bookkeepers and Coaches to Grow Their Business
Profit First in 2026: Scaling Advisory Without Burnout
Show Summary: In this Insider's Access episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, hosts Ron Saharyan, Liz Szporn, and Mike Michalowicz explore what it takes to scale advisory services in 2026 without burning out. They challenge firm owners to make the "CEO Pivot," stepping out of the technician role and into true leadership, even in an AI-driven world. The conversation highlights why empathy and human connection have become competitive advantages as automation takes over precision work. The hosts unpack how to price and position advisory through a Tiered Service Model, why burnout persists...
2026-02-05
36 min
Grow My Accounting Practice | Tips for Accountants, Bookkeepers and Coaches to Grow Their Business
ProfitCON 2025: What Was Hidden in Plain Sight
Show Summary: In this special episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice Podcast, hosts Ron Saharyan, Liz Szporn, and Mike Michalowicz take listeners behind the scenes of ProfitCON 2025, the exclusive annual gathering for Profit First Professionals. They explore this year's theme, "In Plain Sight," uncovering how profit, purpose, and potential are often right in front of us. The team shares highlights from standout speakers, powerful sessions, and moments that inspired connection and growth within the community. Listeners will hear practical insights on pricing, efficiency, and mindset shifts that members can apply immediately—plus in...
2025-11-03
36 min
The Abundant Accountant: Leads, Sales & Business Growth for Accounting, Tax and Bookkeeping Professionals
Mastering The Soft Skills To Thrive As A Fractional CFO With Ron SaharyanReady To Become a Fractional CFO? with Ron Saharyan
Becoming a fractional CFO requires far more than technical accounting skills—it's about mastering the soft skills that drive real client transformation. Michelle Weinstein talks with Ron Saharyan, co-founder of Profit First Professionals, about how accountants and bookkeepers can step into this high-value role with confidence. From strategic thinking and storytelling to emotional intelligence and coaching, Ron reveals the skills that separate true advisors from number crunchers. Together, they explore how to position yourself as a trusted CFO, ask the right questions, and deliver the client experience that commands premium fees while creating meaningful impact.
2025-11-01
47 min
Building the Premier Accounting Firm
Why Most Growing Businesses Still Go Bankrupt - Ron Saharyan
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Building the Premier Accounting Firm podcast. Today Roger Knecht and Ron Saharyan discuss the critical importance of achieving profit in business, challenging the stigma around it and emphasizing its role in economic growth and personal well-being. They explore the Profit First methodology as a powerful tool for financial clarity and strategic decision-making, helping entrepreneurs eradicate entrepreneurial poverty. In This Episode: 00:00 Eradicating Entrepreneurial Poverty 02:31 Profit Stigma and Purpose First 06:43 Profit and Business Valuation 10:48 Profit First vs. Traditional Accounting 15:21 Clarity, Empowerment, and Growth 19:11 The Business Needs to Be Paid 25:59 Profit...
2025-10-22
47 min
Building the Premier Accounting Firm
This Week on BPAF : Ron Saharyan
Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses Profit First and purpose first with Ron Saharyan.
2025-10-20
00 min
Grow My Accounting Practice | Tips for Accountants, Bookkeepers and Coaches to Grow Their Business
Rachel Bernier-Green: Leading the Social Impact Revolution
Show Summary: In this inspiring episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Mike Michalowicz and Ron Saharyan sit down with Rachel Bernier-Green, founder and CEO of the Economic Justice Consortium (EJC), to explore how financial professionals can lead — and thrive in — the social impact revolution. Rachel shares how the booming $715B ESG investment market and the B-Corp movement are creating unprecedented opportunities for accountants, bookkeepers, and advisors who want to align profit with purpose. She reveals how EJC's equity-centered consulting model not only delivers measurable impact but also commands premium pricing and builds deep trus...
2025-10-10
34 min
Pivot to Profit
Profit First: Cashflow, Debt, and Wealth Strategies That Actually Work | Pam Jordan
Visit https://www.pamjordan.com to schedule a call with our team.✖️✖️✖️In this solo episode of Pivot to Profit, Pam Jordan pulls back the curtain on the Profit First system — the proven cash management method that helps entrepreneurs build wealth, pay off debt, and finally stop stressing about cash flow.From real client wins to her personal journey implementing Profit First in her own business, Pam shares why chasing top-line sales is a trap — and why focusing on profit is the path to freedom, impact, and sustainable growth.Pam breaks down: – W...
2025-09-11
20 min
Pivot to Profit
Profit First: Cashflow, Debt, and Wealth Strategies That Actually Work | Pam Jordan
Visit https://www.pamjordan.com to schedule a call with our team.✖️✖️✖️In this solo episode of Pivot to Profit, Pam Jordan pulls back the curtain on the Profit First system — the proven cash management method that helps entrepreneurs build wealth, pay off debt, and finally stop stressing about cash flow.From real client wins to her personal journey implementing Profit First in her own business, Pam shares why chasing top-line sales is a trap — and why focusing on profit is the path to freedom, impact, and sustainable growth.Pam breaks down: – W...
2025-09-11
20 min
Pivot to Profit
Profit First Professionals: The System Changing Small Business | Ron Saharyan
Visit https://www.pamjordan.com to schedule a call with our team.✖️✖️✖️🎙️ In this episode of Pivot to Profit, Pam Jordan sits down with Ron Saharyan — co-founder and managing partner of Profit First Professionals — to dig into the mindset, methodology, and movement behind Profit First.If you’ve ever wondered how to actually keep more of the money you make, this episode is for you.Pam and Ron dive into:Why “Sales – Expenses = Profit” is the wrong formulaThe dangers of staying “in a groove” too longHow Profit First gives business owners clarity, control, and peace...
2025-09-04
29 min
Pivot to Profit
Profit First Professionals: The System Changing Small Business | Ron Saharyan
Visit https://www.pamjordan.com to schedule a call with our team.✖️✖️✖️🎙️ In this episode of Pivot to Profit, Pam Jordan sits down with Ron Saharyan — co-founder and managing partner of Profit First Professionals — to dig into the mindset, methodology, and movement behind Profit First.If you’ve ever wondered how to actually keep more of the money you make, this episode is for you.Pam and Ron dive into:Why “Sales – Expenses = Profit” is the wrong formulaThe dangers of staying “in a groove” too longHow Profit First gives business owners clarity, control, and peace...
2025-09-04
29 min
Profit First: Beyond The Book
Why Profitability Starts with Purpose: A Conversation with Ron Saharyan
In this episode, Tim Seymour and Duncan Lloyd sit down with Ron Saharyan, co-founder and CEO of Profit First Professionals, to explore how the Profit First methodology is changing the way entrepreneurs manage money - for good.Ron shares the story behind the movement to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty and explains why Certified Profit First Professionals are essential in guiding business owners toward lasting financial success. Together, they unpack the common pitfalls in cash flow management and why outdated approaches are holding businesses back.This conversation is a powerful reminder that profitability isn’t just a fi...
2025-09-02
40 min
Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast
Run a Business That Makes Money and Changes LIVES with Ron Saharyan
In this episode of the Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast, Brandon Neely sits down with Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Profit First Professionals, to talk about the heart of small business success, cash flow, profit, and building a business that works for you instead of draining you. Ron has over 20 years of experience in scaling organizations, from running companies in the staffing industry to building Profit First Professionals from Mike Michalowicz's basement in 2014 into a global network of accountants, bookkeepers, and coaches who are transforming the way entrepreneurs handle money. Kn...
2025-08-27
39 min
Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast
Run a Business That Makes Money and Changes LIVES with Ron Saharyan
In this episode of the Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast, Brandon Neely sits down with Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Profit First Professionals, to talk about the heart of small business success, cash flow, profit, and building a business that works for you instead of draining you. Ron has over 20 years of experience in scaling organizations, from running companies in the staffing industry to building Profit First Professionals from Mike Michalowicz's basement in 2014 into a global network of accountants, bookkeepers, and coaches who are transforming the way entrepreneurs handle money. Kn...
2025-08-27
39 min
EVOLVE thru God
Ep. 30 Assault w/ Liz Szporn
Welcome to EVOLVE Thru God! I would love it if you would spread the word - like, follow, share, and introduce EVOLVE thru God to people you know who are seeking in their own journey! In this powerful episode of Evolve Thru God, Angela sits down with Liz Szporn—a businesswoman, mother, and survivor—who shares the deeply personal story of how her early faith was shattered by sexual abuse at a Christian camp and how, decades later, she found her way back to God. Liz opens up about the betrayal she exp...
2025-06-11
41 min
Profitable Home Services Podcast
Shift From Cashflow Chaos To A Profitable Business With Ron Saharyan
Don't let your dreams of a profitable business leak away. You work hard, put in long hours, and yet the money never seems to match the effort. That's not just exhausting—it's unsustainable. A truly profitable business doesn't come from hustle alone; it comes from a plan that puts your profit first. I wanted to revisit a conversation with Ron Saharyan where we unpacked simple, no-shame strategies that help home service business owners plug the leaks and finally keep more of what they earn. What You'll Learn… Why the "I'll just work harder" mindse...
2025-05-12
45 min
Natural Products Marketer Podcast
Cash Flow Mastery: The Profit First Method
Imagine running your natural products business without the constant financial anxiety that plagues so many entrepreneurs. What if cash flow wasn't a mystery, and paying yourself was non-negotiable instead of an afterthought? That's the promise of Profit First, and our guest Ron Saharyan breaks down exactly how this revolutionary system works.According to Ron, co-founder of Profit First Professionals, a staggering 83% of small businesses operate check-to-check, with owners often foregoing their own salaries just to keep the lights on. This creates a destructive cycle where entrepreneurs pour everything into their businesses while getting little in return. The...
2025-03-19
43 min
Grow My Accounting Practice | Tips for Accountants, Bookkeepers and Coaches to Grow Their Business
GMAP 500: Celebrating 500 Episodes of Transforming Accounting Practices!
Show Summary: Today marks a major milestone for the Grow My Accounting Practice (GMAP) Podcast—our 500th episode! 🎉 Join hosts Mike Michalowicz, Ron Saharyan, and Liz Szporn as they take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the journey of GMAP, the biggest lessons learned, and the incredible insights shared over the years. In this special episode, we'll revisit some of the most impactful moments, guest highlights, and game-changing strategies that have helped accountants, bookkeepers, and financial professionals build more profitable and successful practices. Tune in for laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and a heartfelt thank...
2025-02-27
37 min
Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery
Profit First - An Entrepreneur Approach to Cash Flow Management
Entrepreneurs are often obsessed with revenue and use it to determine success. But when all the bills are paid what’s left in the bank is profit, but that money always seems to go back into the business, leaving the entrepreneur with nothing to spend on themselves. Kelly Cowan from the Credit Canada Gold Financial program talks to Ron Saharyan, Co-founder of Profit First Professionals about slaying the debt dragon. Find out more at profitfirstprofessionals.com and connect on X, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2025-01-22
27 min
Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery
The Cost of Menopause | Full Episode
How much is menopause costing the Canadian economy? Trish Barbato, co-founder and director of the Menopause Foundation of Canada, tells us about their $3.5 Billion estimate and how employers can better support women experiencing menopause. And, Salary Scale. Influencer Piyush Monga tells us why he interviews people about their salaries and what he’s learned from the experience. Plus, a conversation with Ron Saharyan, co-founder of Profit First Professionals, about slaying the “debt dragon” with the Profit First approach. To find out more about the guests check out: Trish Barbato: menopausefoundationcanada.ca | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Piyush Mon: TikTok...
2025-01-21
54 min
Don't HR Alone
Build a PROFITABLE Business: A Profit First Conversation with Ron Saharyan
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2024-12-04
53 min
Don't HR Alone
Build a PROFITABLE Business: A Profit First Conversation with Ron Saharyan
Are you ready to break free from financial stress and create a business that works for you, not the other way around? In this episode, Ron Saharyan, co-founder and managing partner of Profit First Professionals, explains how the revolutionary Profit First cash management system empowers entrepreneurs to prioritize profit, streamline cash flow, and achieve sustainable growth.Learn actionable insights on:✅ How to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty✅ The importance of profit sharing for employee retention✅ Aligning company culture with financial success✅ Tips for nonprofits and startups to adopt the Profit First methodol...
2024-12-04
53 min
Cocktails & Dreams Real Estate Podcast
Profit First | Ron Saharyan
Why do so many of us struggle being entrepreneurs when really all we want to be a successful business owners? That's the topic of today's conversation with Ron Saharian, who is a friend, an incredibly successful businessman, and my business partner in a new venture that I'm really excited to talk with you about.Ron talks about the theory of money. We get into some questions about money because a lot of us who are real purpose driven, or even a lot of us who are Christ-centered or faith-based. We oftentimes run into problems as we wrap...
2024-11-29
58 min
Building the Premier Accounting Firm
Rewind : Putting Profit First and Eradicate Entrepreneurial Poverty with Ron Saharyan
Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As accounting services become more automated and commoditized there are things accounting firms can do to remain relevant and take care of their clients. Listen to Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center and Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder of Profit First Professionals as they consider the challenge accounting professional face today. Consider the solutions offered and see what you can do to offer more value to your customers as a trusted strategic advisor helping them make profit a priority. Why Should Accountants Offer This Service? Why they ar...
2024-09-28
42 min
The Influencer's Edge Podcast with Speaker Paul Ross
Profit First, With Ron Saharyan
In this episode, we dive into a revolutionary approach to accounting with Ron Saharyan. Conventional wisdom says: Sales – Expenses = Profit. But Ron knows business isn’t always logical—it’s human. That’s why he’s flipping the formula: Sales – Profit = Expenses. Ron explains how by taking your profit first, you can transform your business from a cash-eating monster into a profitable cash cow. It’s like portion control for your business, similar to using smaller plates in weight loss. By managing your finances with his Profit First system, you’ll learn: – How four simple principl...
2024-09-10
29 min
Profit First for Lawyers
Unleash Your Law Firm’s Potential with Profit First
In this exhilarating season finale, we welcome back Ron Saharyan, co-founder of Profit First Professionals, to explore how the Profit First system can unlock the full potential of your law firm. Ron explains the transformative power of proper financial management, revealing how it can lead to both personal fulfillment and business success. Through real-world examples and practical advice, he demonstrates how law firm owners can shift from merely surviving to truly thriving. Ron’s insights go beyond simple number-crunching, touching on the psychological aspects of financial decision-making. He touches on the broader impact of a profitable business on...
2024-08-29
43 min
Healing with Confidence
Ron Saharyan: Financial Management, Profit First, and Family First #6
Ron Saharyan is the co-founder of Profit First. Ron has over 15 years experience in managing organizational growth, is a thought leader in business cash flow management and is a popular speaker on the topic of profit. Having built multiple companies in the staffing industry, Ron leads the Profit First membership of world class accountants, bookkeepers and business coaches who guide entrepreneurs to profitability. https://profitfirstprofessionals.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-saharyan-3846a8/ https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstProfessionals nutritionwithconfidence.com
2024-08-23
1h 11
Talking with Tripp Crosby
Talking with Mike Michalowicz and Ron Saharyan
Mike Michalowicz (Profit First) is a best selling author, speaker, and business guru who helped me make my business more profitable. Ron Saharyan keeps finding out he has siblings he's never met. It's a fun convo.
2024-08-21
30 min
What's Working Now
153. A Simple System to Profoundly Impact Your Profitability
Co- founder of Profit First Professionals.Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 fromthe basement of Mike’s house Ron has implemented, certified and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting Bookkeeping and CoachingFirms throughout the globe! Ron is an expert in sales processes/systems, hiring,scaling, and operations.Ron is also known as “Obie Ron” throughout outProfit First Professionals for his business acumen. Ron is an avid sports memorabilia collector and car enthusiast. He is married with a daughter living in New Jersey, USA.Company URL: https://profitfirstprofessionals.com/
2024-07-02
48 min
Profitable Home Services Podcast
Avoid These 10 Home Service Industry Profit Leaks
It's not all about the 'books', and accounting where a service business can leak profits. It's in EVERY area of the business. I already shared 10 hidden profit leaks from some of the amazing guests I've had on the Profitable Home Services Podcast, and I have 10 more. Believe me when I say there ARE more areas we can dive into. I hope their insights on what they think are major profit leaks in a service business sheds light on your own business, so that you can plug them and put more money in your pocket. Use this as a...
2024-06-09
25 min
Building the Premier Accounting Firm
Rewind : Embracing the Profit-First Philosophy w/ Liz Szporn
Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2023! Welcome to another episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm" with your host, Roger Knecht. In this insightful episode, Roger sits down with Elizabeth Szporn, a seasoned guide at Profit First Professionals. As an expert in transforming accounting, bookkeeping, and coaching firms, Elizabeth brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the conversation. The episode kicks off with Elizabeth sharing her inspiring journey into the accounting industry. From humble beginnings to becoming a trusted advisor, she reveals the pivotal moments that shaped her career and passion for...
2024-06-08
49 min
Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals
CAS vs. CAAS vs. Profit First w/ Ron Saharyan
On this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello welcomes back Ron Saharyan, co-founder of Profit First Professionals. They explore the concept of value pricing and its importance in pricing services based on the value provided. The conversation delves into various topics, with a promise of exciting announcements between Jetpack and Profit First at the end of the episode. Tune in for insightful discussions and a special reveal at the conclusion! The listener will learn about Profit First Professionals, implementing the Profit First system in their business, client advisory services (CAS), subscription services in a...
2024-05-23
27 min
Marketing for Accounting Firms
How Frameworks Help You Scale Advisory Services
Contact the show for a free copy of the Profit First Book: marketingforaccountingfirms.com/contact/In this episode we delve into the transformative power of Profit First, a revolutionary method for enhancing profitability in accounting firms and businesses. Our special guest, Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Profit First Professionals LLC, shares insights into how this approach reshapes financial management strategies. Join us as we explore Profit First’s mission to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty by empowering accountants, bookkeepers, and economic experts to guide companies toward sustainable growth. Ron illuminates the core principles of Profit First, dra...
2024-02-26
44 min
The Profit Talk: Entrepreneurship With A Profit First Spin
Mission-based Entrepreneurship with Ron Saharyan
Welcome to The Profit Talk! In this show, we're going to help you explore strategies to help you maximize profits in your business while scaling and creating the lifestyle that you want as an entrepreneur. I am your host, Susanne Mariga! I’m a CPA, a Fractional CFO, and a Certified Profit First Professional Mastery Level providing tax strategies to 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs. Let's dive into strategies to maximize profits in your business! Ron Saharyan, the co-founder and managing director of Profit First Professionals LLC, is more than well-versed in Profit First methodology and implementing financial strategies th...
2023-12-14
36 min
Profit First for Lawyers
Enjoy The Suck
This episode packed with Profit First insights features Ron Saharyan, co-founder of the Profit First Professionals. Ron shares practical insights about Profit First fundamentals. He gives actionable tips for law firm owners who want to build a healthy, sustainable, and profitable business by following the Profit First methodology. We also hear about how Ron’s childhood friendship with Profit First author, Mike Michalowicz turned into the Profit First Professionals which is approaching a 10-year milestone. “Profit First does not care what your current financial situation is. It is a framework that will allow you to buil...
2023-11-21
44 min
Profit First for Lawyers
Enjoy The Suck
This episode packed with Profit First insights features Ron Saharyan, co-founder of the Profit First Professionals. Ron shares practical insights about Profit First fundamentals. He gives actionable tips for law firm owners who want to build a healthy, sustainable, and profitable business by following the Profit First methodology. We also hear about how Ron’s childhood friendship with Profit First author, Mike Michalowicz turned into the Profit First Professionals which is approaching a 10-year milestone. “Profit First does not care what your current financial situation is. It is a framework that will allow you to buil...
2023-11-21
44 min
Profitable Home Services Podcast
How Profit First Can Revolutionize Your Business Finances
The 'Profit First' mindset isn't limited to accounting. It can transform your entire business approach and push you out of your comfort zone, leading to unforeseen successes. On this episode, Ron Saharyan and I emphasized that being profitable allows businesses to do more and make a positive impact. Remember, small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and systems like Profit First can help them thrive. In this episode, we discussed: Growth and adoption of Profit First Professionals Explanation of Profit First as a cash flow methodology Importance of f...
2023-08-29
45 min
Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine
AI Business Tools “Embrace the Robots” Mike & Blaine
Send us a textTune in to the latest episode of the Mike & Blaine Podcast as we delve into the fascinating world of AI adoption by small businesses with special guest Ron Saharyan of Profit First!. In this insightful discussion, we unpack the intriguing insights from a recent Fox Business article that highlights how small businesses are embracing AI solutions and reaping the benefits. Join us as we try to figure out if AI is legit or a road in the wrong direction.Featured Beer: @saintarnold @goodrobotbrewMike: St. Arnold - Banger IPA
2023-08-17
53 min
The Real Slim Fady Show
Being genuine in business
There are so many lessons to be learned when growing and running a company and the most important one is how genuine your brand is. Are people going to feel good after doing business with you? Your team? Your product? Listen to my conversation with Profit First Cofounder, Ron Saharyan, on things we've seen in the industry and why we run our companies the way we do. A conversation with Ron Saharyan
2023-08-15
37 min
Maximum Octane
Why Aiming for Profit Will Help You Put People First with Ron Saharyan
Business owners who openly discuss their desire to be profitable are usually misjudged. Some people think aiming for profit means being greedy or putting money and goods before people when it is the opposite: only profitable auto repair shops can put people first. Profit allows you to pay your debts, be philanthropic, and elevate your and your internal customers' lifestyle. This week, I'm thrilled to welcome Ron Sharyan, aka Obi-Ron Kenobi, back to the show. Ron is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Profit First Professionals, an international network of accountants, bookkeepers, and financial experts on a...
2023-07-25
39 min
The Inventory Genius Podcast
#128: Interview with Profit First Co-Founder, Ron Saharyan
Let's talk Profit First with program co-founder, Ron Saharyan! Ron's THE Profit First guy, and he's letting me ask all the questions. The Profit First Professionals global organization supports the teachings from the book, Profit First and ensures members have all the tools they need to help their clients live profitable lives. Get Your Copy of My New Book - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/book Book a Consult Call - https://calendly.com/ciarastockeland/consult Get Going with the Quickstart to Inventory Genius - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/quickstart-inventory-genius (save $100 when you use code, "PO...
2023-05-08
30 min
The Inventory Genius Podcast
#128: Interview with Profit First Co-Founder, Ron Saharyan
Let's talk Profit First with program co-founder, Ron Saharyan! Ron's THE Profit First guy, and he's letting me ask all the questions. The Profit First Professionals global organization supports the teachings from the book, Profit First and ensures members have all the tools they need to help their clients live profitable lives. Get Your Copy of My New Book - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/book Book a Consult Call - https://calendly.com/ciarastockeland/consult Get Going with the Quickstart to Inventory Genius - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/quickstart-inventory-genius (save $100 when you use code, "PO...
2023-05-08
30 min
50/50 Accelerator Podcast
Episode 402: The Power of Partnership: Unveiling the Essential Skills for Successful Collaboration with Ron Saharyan
Welcome to our latest conversation, where we have the pleasure of speaking with Ron Saharyan, the Co-founder of Profit First Professionals. Today, we'll discuss the remarkable power of partnership and explore the crucial skills needed to make any collaboration successful. We'll be delving into the art of partnership, examining essential abilities, and hearing firsthand experiences from our expert guests.
2023-05-05
25 min
The ABC Business Show
Profit First - did you jump in yet? with Special guest Liz Szporn
You've heard us rave about Profit 1st before. This week we had the honor of interviewing Liz Szporn, a profit 1st guide who helps people take their Profit 1st in their business. Join us while we find out some of the struggles business owners have shared with her and how she has helped them move forward. Special Guest: Liz Szporn is a Guide at Profit First Professionals where she supports the transformation of accounting, bookkeeping and coaching firms. She particularly loves working on content and strategy to increase client engagement starting at the b...
2023-04-04
33 min
Cash Flow Unlocked
How to Eradicate Entrepreneurial Poverty W/ Ron Saharyan (Profit First Method)
Join the FREE community and grow your wealth 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/cashflowunlocked/ Welcome to another episode of Cashflow Unlocked! Today we have a very special guest, the one and only Ron Saharyan. Ron co-founded the organization Profit First Professionals, with the mission of eradicating entrepreneurial poverty. The idea for this business came from the book Profit First written by his business partner Mike Michalowicz. Through their company, they help others transform their accounting, bookkeeping, and coaching businesses, position themselves as high-value professionals and create wealth by transferring the teaching fro...
2023-03-14
52 min
The Accounting Podcast
David Got Fired By His Tax Preparer
SponsorsZoho - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/zohoLiveFlow - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/liveflowAnchor - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/anchorNeed CPE? Subscribe to the Earmark Accounting Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark CPE: https://earmarkcpe(00:00) - Thank you to our sponsor, Zoho (00:27) - Preview: We need to make accountants aware of accounting career paths with real work life balance (01:11) - Introduction and quick overview of Blake's week and FAA meltdown (11:22) - What logic did the firm give David f...
2023-01-20
1h 17
Blood, Sweat & Business
How to Implement Profit First Strategies into Your Business
Ron Saharyan is a co-founder of Profit First Professionals. Based on the book by Mike Michalowicz, Profit First is a methodology for running a profitable business. We picked Ron’s mind on what that means in practice, how to pay yourself first, and where to start so you can have a Profit First business plan. 🎙️ Kaizen Time is part of the Blood, Sweat & Business podcast series by Kaizen CPAs + Advisors. We help small business owners make smarter financial decisions—without the fluff. 🔗 Learn more: kaizencpas.com 📧 Contact: bsb@kaizencpas.com 📲...
2022-11-21
45 min
The Abundant Accountant: Leads, Sales & Business Growth for Accounting, Tax and Bookkeeping Professionals
Episode 99 | Building A Corporate Culture To Keep Retention High With Ron Saharyan
A great corporate culture always starts with the owner. The owner is the person that gets to decide what kind of culture they want for their business. And if you want to keep retention high, you want a good culture. Join Michelle Weinstein as she talks to the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Profit First Professionals, Ron Saharyan. Ron has over 15 years of experience in managing organizational growth and built multiple companies in the staffing industry. Learn how he establishes culture in his business so he can keep employees happy and productive. Give your employees gifts, bonuses, time, and pu...
2022-11-01
37 min
Mission Driven Business
Charging What You're Worth with Liz Szporn
Brian chats with Liz Szporn, an accomplished executive and entrepreneur and current Profit First Professionals Homebase Guide. Through her work with Profit First Professionals, Liz helps to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty by coaching members to build more profitable businesses for themselves and their clients. On the episode, Liz opens up about her successes and struggles with founding a professional development organization for educators. She also digs deep into some of the strategies and tactics she shares with her clients for building a successful, profitable business, including the magic of value pricing. Episode Highlights Mission-driven...
2022-10-11
43 min
Measure Success Podcast
How to build a cash flow system to sustain business growth with Profit First Co-founder Ron Saharyan
The majority of entrepreneurs who try to build and grow a business will eventually fail. And too often throughout that process, they're barely making any money themselves either. But what if there was a system that could change that? That could help entrepreneurs ensure their own well-being, and put their businesses on the path to growth and success? Our guest this week is Ron Saharyan, one of the co-founders of Profit First. Having built multiple companies in the staffing industry, Ron leads Profit First Professionals' membership of world-class accountants, bookkeepers, and business coaches who guide entrepreneurs to...
2022-09-20
35 min
Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth
Episode 109: Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder– Profit First Professionals
Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from the basement of Mike’s house Ron has implemented, certified and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting Bookkeeping and Coaching Firms throughout the globe! Whether a newer business or a 100-year-old firm, Ron has taught firm owners how to properly experience, practice, implement, monetize and share Profit First with their customers. Ron is an expert in value pricing and has created the Profit First Value Pricing Curriculum. Ron is responsible for ensuring that all employees and members of Profit First...
2022-09-14
36 min
Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth
Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder– Profit First Professionals
Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from the basement of Mike’s house Ron has implemented, certified and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting Bookkeeping and Coaching Firms throughout the globe! Whether a newer business or a 100-year-old firm, Ron has taught firm owners how to properly experience, practice, implement, monetize and share Profit First with their customers. Ron is an expert in value pricing and has created the Profit First Value Pricing Curriculum. Ron is responsible for ensuring that all employees and members of Profit First...
2022-09-14
35 min
Accounting High
063 So Many Things to Learn (feat. Ed Mendlowitz, CPA)
Episode 63 | Recorded February 22, 2022 Guest: Edward Mendlowitz, CPA Hosts: Jason Ackerman, CPA and Scott Scarano, EA Sponsor: Dark Horse CPAs - visit abetterway.cpa to learn more Hosted by Scott and Jason, Ed shares the story of his accounting life. Not familiar with who Edward Mendlowitz is? He’s an accountant who has been in practice since 1974 and is now a Partner at Withum. This episode is a collection of stories about his practice and how he was able to adapt, innovate, and take on the challenges of the accounting space. Not a...
2022-09-01
58 min
The Finance & Accounting Show
What Does Profit First Really Mean with Ron Saharyan
It is sad to say this, BUT most business owners work extremely hard for FREE. When most people start a business, they practice this strange habit of not thinking about profitability. They are so focused on paying expenses first that there is often not enough money left over to enjoy as a profit.This is why we sat down with Ron Saharyan to understand what is Profit First is and what a Profit First Professional.Check out the full video interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow.#businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #bu...
2022-08-10
24 min
The Whole Person Podcast with Evan Herrman
How to Put Profit First in Life and Business with Ron Saharyan
Today on the podcast, I am joined by Ron Saharyan, the co-founder of Profit First Professionals, a behavioral cash flow system that works with our natural tendencies to ensure that the business owner is paying themselves, reserving cash for taxes, and focusing on profit. Ron has helped implement this program in hundreds of accounting, bookkeeping and coaching firms across the globe. With his expertise in sales, processes, and systems, there is so much we can learn from him when it comes to our personal and business finances. In this episode, we talk about using the Profit First...
2022-06-30
39 min
AFO|Wealth Management Forward
Profit First - Stephen Hawking, Toothpaste, and How to Quit Smoking
Rory is joined by Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder of Profit First Professionals and Co-Host of the Grow My Accounting Practice Podcast. Learn why the Profit First Methodology has helped over 650,000 businesses globally and how he and the organization are leading the charge to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty. Find out how a small shift in your business model from Sales – Expenses = Profit to Sales – Profit = Expenses can dramatically change your business and life. Discover the power of profit and how you can pay yourself, save for taxes, and have 3-6 months of core capital. Do you want to know what Parkinson's law, Step...
2022-05-11
35 min
The Courage to Lead
Episode 146: Ron Saharyan – Courage to Step Back and Allow Others to Fail and Learn
Ron Saharyan is the co-founder of Profit First Professionals along with childhood friend, author Mike Michaelowicz.Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from the basement of Mike’s house, Ron has implemented, certified, and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Coaching Firms around the globe! Ron is an expert in sales processes/systems, hiring, scaling, and operations. Ron is also known as “Obie Ron” throughout the Profit First Professionals for his business acumen. Ron is an avid sports memorabilia collector and car enthusiast. He is married w...
2022-05-10
54 min
The Courage To Lead
Episode 146 - Ron Saharyan - Courage to Step Back and Allow Others to Fail and Learn
Ron Saharyan is the co-founder of Profit First Professionals along with childhood friend, author Mike Michaelowicz. Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from the basement of Mike’s house, Ron has implemented, certified, and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Coaching Firms around the globe! Ron is an expert in sales processes/systems, hiring, scaling, and operations. Ron is also known as “Obie Ron” throughout the Profit First Professionals for his business acumen. Ron is an avid sports memorabilia collector and car enthusiast. He is married with a daughter living in New Jersey, USA. To learn more about Pro...
2022-05-10
54 min
Maximum Octane
Bringing Balance In Our Finances' Force with Ron Saharyan
No one is in business to lose money; however, we've been taught that profit is the bottom line, and before thinking of it, we must take care of the expenses, the debts, salaries, and so forth. Therefore, following that old-school thinking, what comes first will get more attention, dedication, and time, and what comes last won't. Our guest, Ron Saharyan believes the exact opposite; profit must always come first. Ron Saharyan, aka Obi Ron Kenobi, is the co-founder and managing director of Profit First Professionals, an international network of accountants, bookkeepers, and financial experts specializing in h...
2022-04-19
31 min
Accounting High
046 Melissa McCarthy for Accounting Professionals (feat. Dawn Brolin, CPA)
Episode 46 | Recorded January 3, 2022 Dawn Brolin, a self-proclaimed number-splatter expert, has a heart of gold, but she’s also the hammer. She’s about providing the most effective service possible. If clients won’t hold up their end of the bargain, she’s not afraid to fire them. • Dawn's penned two books, The Designated Motivator and The Designated Motivator for Accountants • What’s nice v. kind? • Shout out to all you New Englanders! We love you! We really do! We will not F*&% with you! • What’s the difference between an accountant and a sex worker...
2022-04-10
1h 18
Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth
EP 084: Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder– Profit First Professionals
Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from the basement of Mike’s house Ron has implemented, certified and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting Bookkeeping and Coaching Firms throughout the globe! Whether a newer business or a 100-year-old firm, Ron has taught firm owners how to properly experience, practice, implement, monetize and share Profit First with their customers. Ron is an expert in value pricing and has created the Profit First Value Pricing Curriculum. Ron is responsible for ensuring that all employees and members of Profit First...
2022-02-23
36 min
Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth
Ron Saharyan, Co-Founder– Profit First Professionals
Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from the basement of Mike’s house Ron has implemented, certified and taught Profit First to hundreds of Accounting Bookkeeping and Coaching Firms throughout the globe! Whether a newer business or a 100-year-old firm, Ron has taught firm owners how to properly experience, practice, implement, monetize and share Profit First with their customers. Ron is an expert in value pricing and has created the Profit First Value Pricing Curriculum. Ron is responsible for ensuring that all employees and members of Profit First...
2022-02-23
35 min
The Podolskiy Method: Parenting an athlete
Episode 34: Ron Saharyan
Send a textWant to learn how to properly manage finance as you invest in your athlete? How a professional athlete should manage their finance? When should we start preparing for the future and how to make your athletic income last? Then this is the show for you.Be one of the first 10 people to e-mail thepodolskiymethod@gmail.com and get the book Profit First by Mike Michalowicz for free.I sit down with Ron Saharyan from profit first professionals. Since starting Profit First Professionals in 2014 from the basement of Mike’s hous...
2021-11-04
1h 07
Ignite Your Leadership
#21: Profit first - Tina Marie Talks with Profit First Professional Ron Saharyan
In yet another informative episode of Light Your Life Tina Marie talks to profit first professional and co-founder Ron Saharyan about profits, why you need to focus on them and the entrepreneur's work-life balance. It took twelve minutes and thirty-two seconds, give or take a millisecond. Ron and Mike debated how to help businesses that were seeking financial fortitude. Mike had the fix: Profit First. Ron had the plan: Profit First Professionals. After their twelve-minute discussion, the decision was clear, the Profit First Professionals organization was to be created. Having built multiple companies in the staffing industry, R...
2021-06-15
39 min
Contractor Success Forum
Using Profit First to Build a Healthy Company
Send a textThis week we're following up on our Profit First-focused episodes with Mike Michalowicz and Ron Saharyan and expanding on a few of the subjects we wanted to clarify, like why taking your profit first is less about being wanting to take more out for yourself and more about keeping your company healthy long-term. We also cover how we define profit, what exactly the Profit First system says to do with that profit and our approach to paying off debt. If you have more questions about Profit First after listening to our recent episodes, don't...
2021-06-08
30 min
Contractor Success Forum
Creating Permanent Profitability with Ron Saharyan, Profit First CEO
Send a textOn this week's episode, we're joined by special guest Ron Saharyan, CEO of Profit First and Co-Founder of Profit First Professionals. Ron talks with Stephen, Wade and Rob about how contractors can implement the Profit First method successfully, how you can take your profit first as the owner of your construction company and still improve your bonding ability, how Profit First can protect you from both seasonal fluctuations and major economic events, and why you should consider working with a Certified Profit First Professional like Wade or Rob to implement Profit First.
2021-05-12
31 min
Small Business Big Deal Podcast
Ep 25: A Proven Profit First System with Ron Saharyan
Every business owner wants to make a profit, but are you taking a deliberate approach to reaching that goal? Let us introduce you to someone who helped change our business through his Profit First system and give you more insight to how this approach has been adopted by companies around the world. See the show notes: https://tracyjepsonpodcast.com/podcast/ep-25-a-proven-profit-first-system-with-ron-saharyan/1390/ Connect with our guest: https://profitfirstprofessionals.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-saharyan-3846a8 https://amzn.to/3sEwqSF What we disc...
2021-04-01
36 min
Small Business Big Deal Podcast
Ep 25: A Proven Profit First System with Ron Saharyan
Every business owner wants to make a profit, but are you taking a deliberate approach to reaching that goal? Let us introduce you to someone who helped change our business through his Profit First system and give you more insight to how this approach has been adopted by companies around the world. See the show notes: https://tracyjepsonpodcast.com/podcast/ep-25-a-proven-profit-first-system-with-ron-saharyan/1390/ Connect with our guest: https://profitfirstprofessionals.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-saharyan-3846a8 https://amzn.to/3sEwqSF What we disc...
2021-04-01
36 min
Profit Answer Man: Scaling with Profit First & Beyond
Profit First with Ron Saharyan
Hi, I'm the Profit Answer Man Rocky Lalvani! I help small business owners simplify their financial reports so that they can make more informed business decisions with fewer hassles. We utilize the Profit First system created by Mike Michalowicz Schedule your free, no-obligation intro call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes More about making profitability simple: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Questions: questions@profitanswerman.com Email: rocky@profitcomesfirst.com Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitanswerman/ My podcast about living a richer more...
2020-11-17
36 min
Growth Amplifiers
Think Profit First with Ron Saharyan
Partner of the world’s best systematic cash-flow system program Profit First, Ron Saharyan knows to think Profit First. Learn the Profit First philosophy on ensuring you have profits BEFORE you pay bills or overhead. When you architect your business in the right way, it can be more enjoyable and rewarding.
2020-11-10
15 min
The Successful Bookkeeper Podcast
EP218: Ron Saharyan & Ean Murphy - Make Your Bookkeeping Clients Profitable FIRST
This is a unique episode. It was originally broadcasted live at the Accounting & Finance Show USA virtual conference where Michael Palmer interviewed Co-Founder and Managing Director of Profit First Professionals, Ron Saharyan and Ean Murphy who is the owner of Moxie Bookkeeping and a Profit First Professional herself. According to our guests, it's crucial to focus on making your clients more money first. When you help them get paid more than they ever had before, you will change the way they value you forever. During this interview, you'll discover... How profit consulting...
2020-11-10
54 min
Un-Billable Hour: Business Management Strategies for the Busy Lawyer Around the Community Table
Planning for Profit
Sales minus expenses equals profit, right? Wrong! This formula may not be as correct as we thought. Small business profit guru Ron Saharyan joins Un-Billable Hour host Christopher Anderson to discuss how putting profit first helps lawyers be more focused on their clients’ needs. Ron explains the importance of setting aside money for profit, pay, and taxes; then using what is left to run your business.
2019-06-12
38 min
Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals
Streamline Your Firm to Run Without You with Ron Saharyan
What is Profit First Professionals (PFP)? An exclusive hand-picked community of accounting and business professionals who are using the Profit First methodology to help their clients build highly profitable businesses using a consultative approach What are the Key Benefits? Easily attract higher quality clients who are searching for quality professionals to provide premium level business services Finally switch from a time-for-money pricing structure to highly profitable value-based packages so you can stop working harder (and love what you do even more)! Get nuts-and-bolts specifics on how to focus on high-value business services (and...
2019-05-16
36 min
The Successful Bookkeeper Podcast
EP115: Ron Saharyan – Focus On Profit First in Your Bookkeeping Business
Eradicate entrepreneurial poverty. That is Ron Saharyan's focus. He is the co-founder and managing partner of Profit First Professionals. He is also a thought leader in business cash flow management, a speaker on the topic of small business profit and a host of a podcast called The Profit First Podcast along with his business partner, Mike Michalowicz. There's an ongoing uprising change in the accounting and bookkeeping sector. And from Ron's exceptional vantage point of working with bookkeepers, accountants and business coaches, he will be sharing his thirst for embracing change and...
2018-11-20
36 min
Play Your Position
158: Ron Saharyan on Why Every Business Needs to Put Profit First
"There's a revolution going on in the accounting world right now," today's PYP MVP Ron Saharyan says. "We're all about an algorithm away from being totally outsourced." You will discover pretty fast that Ron is not shy about sharing his enthusiasm and passion for embracing change. From his unique vantage point of working with bookkeepers, accountants and business coaches, the writing is on the wall: get with the new program or get left behind. Ron's PYP Player Stats: Ron Saharyan is the Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Profit Fir...
2018-06-03
36 min
The Entrepreneurship Elevated Podcast
Episode 69: Significant Cash Ebbs and Flows with Melinda McCaw
Melinda McCaw, founder of Melinda McCaw Media navigates how to manage a scenario where your company is dependent on one major client (and what to do about it). We explore a simple strategy of knowing when to make that next hire, give some simple tips around profitability, and share perspective on revenue per employee. Obi Ron Kenobi (Ron Saharyan) makes a special guest appearance and provides Melinda with great advice on how to reduce the pains of significant cash ebbs and flows.
2016-02-29
40 min