Say Yes To Profits Podcast

Say Yes To Profits Podcast

The Say Yes To Profits® Podcast is where women CEOs come to master their money and scale with confidence. Each week, Dr. Octavia Conner, award-winning Virtual CFO, Financial Strategist, and founder of Say Yes To Profits®, shares proven strategies to increase profitability, stabilize cash flow, and minimize taxes so you can grow your business without stress or uncertainty. More than a podcast about numbers, this is your roadmap to financial leadership. You will discover how to make smarter decisions, protect your profits, and build a business that creates freedom, impact, and lasting wealth. 👇🏾 WORK WITH OCTAVIA & SAY YES TO PROFITS Schedule Discovery Session - https://www.sayyestoprofits.com/session Virtual CFO Services -https://www.sayyestoprofits.com/cfoservices/ 👇🏾 DOWNLOAD THE SAY YES TO PROFITS PLAYBOOK https://www.sayyestoprofits.com/playbook DISCLAIMER: This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. You are using these strategies at your own risk.

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October 6, 2025 15 mins

Ever 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. 👇🏾 DOWNLOAD THE SAY YES TO PROFITS PLAYB...

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You 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 pa...

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What 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 b...

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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 Delive...

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For 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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August 11, 2025 16 mins

Is 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:

  • W...
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You 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:

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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 traditi...

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Generating 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 legal...

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Most 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...
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On 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:

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Whether 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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More 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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Imagine 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...

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If 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 incr...

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In 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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Many 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...

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Just 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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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 o...

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If 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 sustainabl...

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