• How To Use Cash Flow Projections To Say Yes To Profits
    Jan 29 2026

    Even 7-figure consulting and professional service firms experience cash flow problems. Strong revenue does not prevent cash pressure when the future is not modeled with intention. In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner explains the projection system that eliminates cash flow surprises, including: ✅ Why most cash flow stress is caused by being unprepared, not underperforming ✅How Base Plan, Cash Tight, and Cash Surplus scenarios protect decision making ✅Why rolling cash flow forecasts create clarity and confidence for CEOs If your firm earns substantial revenue but cash still feels unpredictable, this episode shows where the problem starts. 👇🏾 DOWNLOAD THE SAY YES TO PROFITS TOOLKIT https://Toolkit.SayYesToProfits.com

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    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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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    14 mins
  • How To Create A Cash Flow Forecast
    Jan 14 2026

    In this episode, Dr. Octavia Conner explains how consulting firm CEOs can create a cash flow forecast with ease. You will learn what a cash flow forecast actually is, why revenue alone does not create financial stability, and how weekly cash flow visibility supports confident decision-making and intentional profit. Access the FREE Intentional Profit Toolkit to access the plug-and-play cash flow forecast.

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    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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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    14 mins
  • How To Have Intentional Profits In A Consulting Firm
    Jan 8 2026

    Profit is your responsibility, not your reward! Most CEOs of scaling consulting firms assume profits will improve as revenue grows. That assumption is costly. In this training, Dr. Octavia Conner explains Intentional Profit and why profitability in a consulting firm must be intentionally designed, planned, and led, not calculated after the year is over.

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    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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.

    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

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    PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

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    18 mins
  • How To Implement Profit Protection Protocols To Stop Profit Leaks
    Dec 8 2025

    Revenue 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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    💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.

    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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

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    PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

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    14 mins
  • What Happens When You Pay Yourself First and As The CEO
    Dec 1 2025

    Most 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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    💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.

    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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 Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127

    Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160

    PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

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    14 mins
  • Why More Revenue Doesn't Equal More Cash Flow or Profit
    Nov 24 2025

    Growing 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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    💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.

    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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

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    14 mins
  • The 7 Deadly Financial Sins Service Based CEOs Make
    Nov 24 2025

    Success 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 real profit. You’ll learn how to protect your cash flow, price for profit, and think like a CFO so your success doesn’t become your downfall. Tune in to discover which “sin” you may be committing, and how to fix it before it costs you your business.

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    💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.

    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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

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    PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

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    19 mins
  • What Women CEOs Should Do During a Government Shutdown
    Oct 13 2025

    When 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!

    👇🏾 DOWNLOAD THE SAY YES TO PROFITS TOOLKIT https://Toolkit.SayYesToProfits.com

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    💖Thanks for tuning in to the SYTP Podcast💖 ©Say Yes To Profits. All rights reserved.

    ABOUT OCTAVIA I 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.

    👇🏾CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA:

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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.

    AFFILIATE LINKS 👇🏾

    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 Card https://gusto.com/r/octavia127

    Try StreamYard for YouTube streaming and receive a $10 credit https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4550828167004160

    PS—These are affiliate links. We both will receive benefits if you sign up for their services. You are signing up at your own risk.

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    16 mins