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The Financial Operator

The Financial Operator

著者： Jen Fizer
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 I've spent over a decade in finance and operations, including seven years as an Operational CFO helping businesses through everything from growth to Chapter 11 bankruptcy. I've owned, scaled, and sold my own company, so I understand firsthand the pressure, risk, and grit it takes to be a business owner. Now, as CEO of MKB, I help entrepreneurs get clear on their numbers so they can scale with confidence and stop feeling stuck in the chaos. On this podcast, I sit down with real business owners to talk about the financial challenges they've faced, and the strategies that got them through. From cash flow stress to hiring decisions and growth setbacks, nothing's off the table. The Financial Operator is here to make finance feel doable, empowering, and dare I say—exciting.Fair Use 個人ファイナンス 経済学
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  • The Realities of Running a Creative Business (What No One Tells You)

    The Realities of Running a Creative Business (What No One Tells You)
    2025/12/08

    The Realities of Running a Creative Business (What No One Tells You)
    | The Financial Operator Podcast | Episode 72

    🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer, CEO of MKB CFO, sits down with Jeff Price, Founder of Communications Advisory Service Ltd., to break down what really happens behind the scenes of a creative service business. From unrealistic client expectations to emotional labor, pricing, boundaries, and the mental load of being a creative entrepreneur — this conversation is honest, relatable, and long overdue.

    Jeff shares the journey of building a growing AV and video production company, the mistakes that nearly burned him out, and how setting the right expectations can transform your business. He dives into why creatives struggle with saying no, how to protect your time, and why communication is the most important skill in any service business. 🎥💼

    💡 Whether you're a freelancer, agency owner, or service provider trying to scale without losing your sanity, this episode gives you a transparent look at the real challenges creative entrepreneurs face — and what it actually takes to run a business that thrives.

    ⏱️ Timestamps

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
    02:10 How Communications Advisory Service Ltd. Started: From Side Work to Full-Time Media Business
    06:45 The Hidden Emotional Labor of Creative Entrepreneurship
    10:22 Why Expectations Are Everything: Setting Clients Up for Success
    15:12 The Burnout Problem: When Creatives Try to Do Everything
    20:20 Learning to Say No (and Why It Saves Your Business)
    26:48 Communication, Boundaries, and the Client Relationship
    31:15 The Reality of Scaling a Creative Business
    36:50 Photographer vs. Videographer Expectations
    40:15 Final Thoughts + How to Connect with Jeff

    To connect with Jeff Price & Communications Advisory Service Ltd.:

    🌐 Website: https://www.casav.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-price-8776b674

    📌 Don't forget to subscribe for the latest podcast episodes and insights from @mkbcfo

    Do you have your own financial or business growth questions for MKB? Visit:
    🌎 Website: https://mkbcfo.com
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkb_cfo/
    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mkbcfo
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mkbcfo

    #CreativeBusiness #Entrepreneurship #ServiceBusiness #ScalingABusiness #ClientManagement #BusinessGrowth #CreativeEntrepreneur #TheFinancialOperator #MKBPodcast #JenFizer #CFOAdvice #WomenInBusiness #SmallBusinessGrowth #CreativeAgencyLife #MKBcfo
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    42 分
  • The Truth About Social Media Management for Growing Businesses

    The Truth About Social Media Management for Growing Businesses
    2025/11/24
    The Truth About Social Media Management for Growing Businesses | The Financial Operator Podcast | Episode 71

    🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer, CEO of MKB CFO, sits down with Chloe Peña, Founder of Day of Socials, to reveal what business owners get wrong about social media and what it actually takes to grow with consistent, strategic content.

    Chloe breaks down how she built a nationwide content agency, why CEOs should stop doing their own marketing, and the systems her team uses to turn a few hours of filming into a full month of content. She also shares the truth behind B-roll marketing, why delegation is essential for real growth, and how business owners can stay in their zone of genius while still showing up online. 📱✨

    💡 Whether you're overwhelmed by content, ready to outsource your marketing, or want to understand how social media management truly works behind the scenes, this episode gives you a transparent look at the strategies that help growing businesses scale sustainably.

    ⏱️ Timestamps

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
    01:20 How Day of Socials Started in the Event Space
    04:15 Why CEOs Should Not Be Doing Their Own Social Media
    08:42 B-Roll Content and Building Monthly Systems
    13:10 Delegation, Burnout, and Staying in Your Zone of Genius
    17:22 What Businesses Think They Need vs. What Actually Works
    22:00 Content Days: Turning 2 Hours Into 30 Days of Marketing
    26:49 Social Media for Product Businesses (Bakeries, Boutiques & More)
    31:12 How to Reuse Content the Right Way
    36:02 Event Packages: 2-Hour, 4-Hour, and 8-Hour Options
    40:30 Travel, Client Workflows & Nationwide Projects
    44:00 How to Connect with Chloe + Why Instagram Comes First
    47:10 Final Thoughts: Why Delegating Social Media Helps You Scale

    To connect with Chloe:

    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dayofsocials

    📌 Don't forget to subscribe for the latest podcast episodes and insights from @mkbcfo

    Do you have your own financial or business growth questions for MKB? Visit:
    🌎 Website: https://mkbcfo.com
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkb_cfo/
    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mkbcfo
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mkbcfo

    #SocialMediaManagement #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #ScalingABusiness #ContentCreationTips #DelegationForCEOs #MarketingStrategy #SmallBusinessGrowth #TheFinancialOperator #MKBPodcast #JenFizer #CFOAdvice #WomenInBusiness #ContentAgency #SocialMediaStrategy #MKBcfo
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    49 分
  • Breaking the $1 Million Barrier: How to Scale Your Service Business

    Breaking the $1 Million Barrier: How to Scale Your Service Business
    2025/11/10

    Breaking the $1 Million Barrier: How to Scale Your Service Business | The Financial Operator Podcast | Episode 70

    🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer, CEO of MKB CFO, sits down with Bud Nye, Founder of Nye Technical Services, to talk about what really happens when you grow from a small family business into a multi-million-dollar operation. 🚀

    Bud shares his journey from working alongside his dad in the trades to running two successful companies — covering the reality behind scaling fast, building the right team, and managing the cash flow chaos that comes with growth. He opens up about overcoming analysis paralysis, learning to lead, and what it takes to move from owner mindset to scale mindset. 💼

    💡 Whether you're breaking your first million or looking to push beyond it, this episode gives a transparent look at the challenges and mindset shifts every business owner needs to grow sustainably.

    ⏱️ Timestamps
    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
    02:00 From Family Business to Building His Own Legacy
    08:00 Taking Fast Action and Learning Through Execution
    14:00 Growing Pains: Breaking Past the $1M Plateau
    18:00 Cash Flow Challenges and Progress Payments
    24:00 The Reality of Collections and Revenue Timing
    27:00 Mental Health, Coaching, and Leadership Growth
    31:00 Building a Legacy: Training and Giving Back
    34:00 Lessons on Scaling, Leadership, and Finding Balance
    39:00 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Bud

    To connect with Bud:
    🌐 Website: https://nyetechnicalservices.com/

    📌 Don't forget to subscribe for the latest podcast episodes and insights from @mkbcfo
    Do you have your own financial or business growth questions for MKB? Visit:
    🌎 Website: https://mkbcfo.com
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkb_cfo/
    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mkbcfo
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mkbcfo


    #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #ScalingABusiness #CashFlowManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #SmallBusinessGrowth #TheFinancialOperator #MKBPodcast #JenFizer #BudNye #CFOAdvice #ServiceBusiness #BusinessPodcast #BusinessMindset #WomenInBusiness #FinancialPlanning #MKBcfo
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    41 分
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