Profit Answer Man: Scaling with Profit First & Beyond
Hi, I'm the Profit Answer Man! The Profit Answer Man podcast is a weekly show hosted by Rocky Lalvani, a business coach and Certified Profit First Professional. In each episode, Rocky shares his expertise on how to scale profit and cash flow for 7-8 figure businesses. Episode 1 is the why, 2 - is Mike Michalowicz, and 3-13 are Rocky's take on each chapter in the book. The Profit Answer Man podcast is designed for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone else looking to improve their financial management skills. Rocky covers a wide range of topics, including how to prioritize profit, manage cash flow, and grow your business. One of the things that sets the Profit Answer Man podcast apart is Rocky's engaging and entertaining style. He uses anecdotes, humor, and relatable examples to make the concepts he's discussing easy to understand and apply. If you're a small business owner looking for practical advice on how to improve your financial management and increase profitability, the Profit Answer Man podcast is definitely worth a listen. Whether you're just starting out or have been in business for a while, you'll find plenty of valuable insights and tips that can help you take your business to the next level. Sign up to be notified when the next cohort of the Profit First Experience Course is available! http://bit.do/profitblueprint More about making profitability simple: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/496018144624882/ My podcast about living a richer more meaningful life: http://richersoul.com/ Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.
Episodes
Maximizing Business Value: Lessons from 800+ Deals with Matt Uhler
The Cash Discipline That Saves—or Sells—Your Business
Most companies don't go under because they lack revenue.
They go under because they run out of cash.
And the worst part? It doesn't happen overnight. It happens slowly...
Build a Business That Serves Your Life (Not the Other Way Around) with John Nieuwenburg
Small business owners are great technicians—but often underpowered CEOs.
Coach John Nieuwenburg breaks down why most owners feel squeezed by time, team, and money—and how to fix it. We cover building a simple, real-time dashboard (so you stop driving by the rear-view mirror), the "three-legged sto...
The Next Level Revenue Formula with Kyle Mealy
Business growth doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode of Profit Answer Man, I welcome back Kyle Mealy, Fractional Chief Revenue Officer and author of The Next Level Revenue Formula. Kyle has helped small businesses double their top line and, in many cases, 10x their profit by applying simple math to sales and marketing.
...
Scorecards, Not Gut Calls: How to Run Profitable Weeks with Austin McMillan
Build a Profitable Business Buyers Can't Resist
Most business owners dream of selling one day—but the reality of what buyers actually pay can be sobering. In this episode of Profit Answer Man, Rocky sits down with Austin McMillan, founder of Flywheel Financial, to break down how in...
How Small Businesses Beat Big: Profit Lessons from McKinsey to Main Street with Sri Kaza
Most small business owners feel like underdogs—limited resources, endless responsibilities, and constant pressure just to keep up. But what if those very constraints were the secret to outpacing billion-dollar corporations?
That's exactly what Sri Kaza, former McKinsey...
Your P&L Is Lying—Here's What to Track with Laresa McIntyre
Stop Chasing Revenue: How Fractional CFOs Clear the Financial Fog
Most business owners measure success by one thing: revenue growth. The problem? Revenue isn't cash—and it doesn't always translate into profit.
In this episode of Profit Answer Ma...
The Profit Pitfalls Most Business Owners Miss with Lisa Hennigar
Most business owners don't lose profit because of one big mistake — it's usually a thousand tiny leaks. From not knowing your why, to ignoring customer service, to failing to track the right numbers, the truth is this: profit slips away quietly while you're busy working hard.
In this episode ...
Right People, Right Seats: The Hidden Profit Killer in Your Business with Pam Meissner
When profit is slipping, most businsess owners look to cut costs or push sales harder. But what if your biggest drain isn't on the P&L at all—it's in your people?
In this episode of Profit Answer Man, Pam Meissner—COO and CFO at CathCap—pulls back the curtain on why ...
Freedom by Design: How to Build a Profitable Business That Serves Your Life with Michael Walsh
Most entrepreneurs start their journey with the dream of freedom—yet many quickly find themselves trapped by the very businesses they built. Revenue grows, responsibilities pile up, and the joy of entrepreneurship fades into overwhelm.
In this Episode of the Profit Answer Man, I sat down wi...
Boost Sales Without Spending a Dime with Tracy Beavers
Why "More Sales" Isn't Fixing Your Profit Problem (And What It's Really Costing You)
Ever wondered why your revenue is growing, but your bank account still feels empty? You're not alone. Most business owners equate more sales with more profit, only to find themselves in the same cycle of financial stress. The truth? Sales without...
Profitable But Worthless? How to Build a Business Buyers Actually Want with Justin Goodbread
Why High Profit ≠ High Value—And How That Mistake Could Cost You Millions
Most business owners are chasing profit…
But what if the very thing you're chasing is keeping you trapped?
Imagine this: ...
Why Most Marketing Fails—And How to Make Yours Finally Pay Off with Andrew Gregory
Why Most Marketing Fails to Deliver Profit—And How to Fix It
Marketing agencies promise leads. But what if leads aren't your problem?
Thousands of small business owners are stuck in the same trap: they're spending money on ads, but their bank accounts st...
How to Solve the Real Problem Killing Your Profit with Doug C. Brown
Why Sales ≠ Profit—And the Blind Spots That Bleed Cash
The Profit Gap: Why More Sales Might Be Making You Broke
You're pushing for more revenue. Your team is grinding. But your bank balance isn't growing. In fact, you're more stressed, your margins are tighter, and yo...
The Purpose of Business is to Make Money with David Schomer
Why Scaling an E-Commerce Brand Can Bankrupt You (Unless You Fix This First)
The Hidden Cost of Growth Nobody Talks About
It's every entrepreneur's dream: launch a brand, grow revenue, and finally fire your boss. David Schomer lived that dream—scaling a pet supply company on Amazon before going full-time...
How Storytelling Can Drive Your Profits with Seth Donlin
Why Visibility ≠ Growth—And How It's Quietly Costing You Profits
Most business owners think the next breakthrough in revenue will come from ads, funnels, or more hustle.
But what if the real opportunity is getting in front of someone else's audience—without spending a dollar on a...
Outsourcing To Grow Profitably with Yoni Kozminski
What if you could scale your business into eight figures using an offshore team, lean capital, and rock-solid systems?
On this episode of The Profit Answer Man, we sit down with Yoni Kozminski – a global entrepreneur who built not one but two bootstrapped companies past the $10M revenue mark. He shares the exact strategies he used to...
The 7 Profitable Parts of a Business with James Brown
If you think scaling a business means sacrificing your life, family, and freedom—this episode will shatter that belief.
In this week's episode of The Profit Answer Man, we talk to James Brown, the founder of Perseverance Squared and the Business Accelerator Institute, who shares how he built an $8M law firm across four cities—with...
Increase Agency Profit with Eli Rubel
From Burnout to Bankable: How Eli Rubel Built $10M+ in Profit Working 25 Hours/Week
What if the secret to explosive agency profits isn't grinding harder—but designing smarter?
Meet Eli Rubel, the founder of Profit Labs and serial agency entrepreneur who's racked up over $10 million in net profit since 2020—all while working j...
Stop the Stupid, Proactive Problem Solving with Doug Hall
Stop the Stupid, Increase Profits: Unlocking the Hidden Power of Proactive Problem Solving with Doug Hall
Imagine running a business where your team is fully engaged, dumb processes are eliminated, and profits grow as a byproduct of operational clarity. That's not a fantasy—it's the Profit First future that innovation expert D...
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