BEE 527 Profit First Success: Building Wealth with Susanne Mariga
Release Date: 11/19/2025
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In this episode, weâre joined by Susanne Mariga, CPA, author, entrepreneur, and certified Profit First Professional, to discuss how to create a business that truly pays you â not just in revenue, but in lasting wealth.
Susanne reveals how her Profit First strategies help entrepreneurs take control of their finances, eliminate cash flow chaos, and design companies that support their lives â not the other way around.
Youâll learn how to implement Profit First principles in your own business, allocate funds effectively, and create a financial system that fuels growth, stability, and freedom. Whether youâre a startup founder, small business owner, or established entrepreneur, this episode offers actionable insights to make your business more profitable today.
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How to apply Profit First in your business
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Financial systems for sustainable growth
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Entrepreneurial mindset and money mastery
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Building profit and freedom as a business owner
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Common mistakes that kill profit â and how to fix them
đ About Susanne Mariga:
Susanne Mariga is a Profit First Professional, CPA, and author of Profit First for Minority Business Enterprises. She helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses while increasing profitability through strategic financial planning and cash flow management. Connect with susannemariga.com