Mar 28, 2025
In this powerhouse episode of The OBM Opportunity Podcast, Leah Steinkirch of Prowess Project chats with Dr. Susie Carder—a seasoned profit coach, fractional COO, and business strategist with over 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs build, scale, and sell multimillion-dollar businesses.
Together, they dive deep into the game-changing role that OBMs play in the entrepreneurial journey. From streamlining chaos to scaling operations and boosting profit, OBMs aren’t just helpful—they’re essential. Dr. Susie shares why OBMs are her very first hire, even before assistants or sales teams, and unpacks what truly separates six-figure businesses from seven- and eight-figure empires.
This episode is a guide to stepping fully into your OBM power and becoming a CEO’s most valuable asset.
🔥 Top 3 Takeaways
OBMs Are the First Strategic Hire - OBMs are not just supporting the business; they're driving it forward by creating structure, building systems, and executing strategy.
Clarity Creates
Cashflow
Scaling a business without a solid plan is a recipe for burnout.
OBMs bring order to the chaos with clear business and financial
roadmaps—ensuring every move is purposeful and profitable.
Quantify Your Impact
Want to prove your worth? Ask your client, “What was the value of this?” on a regular
basis. It helps translate your behind-the-scenes magic into
real-world ROI—and positions you as a growth partner, not just
support.
💡 Whether you're new to OBM work or ready to level up, this episode is packed with insight, strategy, and real-talk from one of the best in the biz.
Where to find Dr. Susie:
Website: https://susiecarder.com/power-your-profits/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SusieCarder/
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