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2025 First episode About Say Yes To Profits Podcast If your firm is generating revenue but your cash flow still feels unpredictable, and profit is nonexistent, the Say Yes To Profits Podcast is for you!
This is the premier show for consulting firm CEOs who are ready to convert revenue into consistent cash flow and predictable profitability. Each episode breaks down proven financial strategies and provides clear metrics you can use in your business, so you can lead your firm with financial clarity, control, and confidence.
If you’re serious about building a firm that pays you back, subscribe to the Say Yes To Profits Podcast today and listen now on all major podcast platforms
Hosted by award-winning CFO and Financial Strategist Dr. Octavia Conner, the show equips you with the financial leadership, structure, and discipline required to convert revenue into profit and profit into wealth so you can lead with confidence and build a business designed for long-term success.
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First episode 29 Apr 2025
Latest episode 5 Oct 2026 Latest episodes 67 episodes in the feed.
5 Oct 2026
How Consultant Utilization Affects Your Firm’s Profitability Your next consultant could help you grow… or quietly become one of your firm’s most expensive profit leaks.The salary may fit the budget. The new contract may justify the hire. But what happens when the project is delayed, ends early, or doesn’t use as much of that consultant’s capacity as expected? That’s where consultant utilization becomes a financial issue, not just an operational metric.In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits Podcast, I break down how consultant utilization affects your firm’s profitability, including the hidden cost of unused capacity, why billable time doesn’t always equal profitable time, how gaps between projects should influence hiring decisions, and why utilization can create cash flow pressure even when a project is profitable.
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ABOUT OCTAVIAI am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework.
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28 Sept 2026
Why a $3M consulting firm can still have cash-flow problems Your consulting firm can generate $3M a year and still struggle to make the cash feel predictable.Payroll feels too close. Tax payments disrupt your plans. A major client pays late, and suddenly you are moving money between accounts or questioning whether you can afford the next hire.In this episode, I break down why a profitable consulting firm can still feel cash-strapped, where the money may be getting stuck, and what your financial structure needs to support continued growth.
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💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.
ABOUT OCTAVIAI am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework.
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DISCLAIMER:This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.
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7 Sept 2026
Scope Creep Is Costing Your Consulting Firm More Than You Think Your consulting firm could be giving away thousands in unpaid work and calling it great client service.Scope creep may look harmless: one more meeting, another revision, an extra report, or a quick client request. But every additional deliverable requires payroll, time, and team capacity and when the fee stays the same, your profit margin can quietly disappear.In this episode of the Say Yes To Profits® Podcast, I break down how scope creep affects engagement profitability, team utilization, payroll, pricing, and ultimately your cash flow. I’ll also explain why a busy team does not always mean a profitable team and why raising your prices may not solve the real problem.
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💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.
ABOUT OCTAVIAI am Dr. Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes To Profits, a Virtual CFO firm that helps established consulting and professional service firms turn seven-figure revenue into financial clarity, cash flow confidence, and profits they can see, retain, and multiply through our Say Yes To Profits Framework.
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DISCLAIMER:This episode should be used for informational purposes only. Speak with your accountant before using any strategies provided. Say Yes To Profits, nor Dr. Octavia Conner, can not be handled responsibly. By watching or listening to this episode, you are agreeing to use these strategies at your own risk.
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Try Monarch Money for Personal Finances (You receive a 50% discount) https://monarch.com/referral/iawooayhof?r_source=copy
Try Gusto for payroll and receive a $100 Visa Gift Cardhttps://gusto.com/r/octavia127
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