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In this episode of Beers with Contractors, hosts Terry and Will sit down with Duane Deason, the Founder and President of The Efficacy Group and author of “Operationally Svelte”. Duane shares his expert insights on cost management and efficiency improvements. Duane also delves into common profit leaks in companies, the impact of a company's culture on cost control, and effective strategies for leveraging technology to reduce costs without sacrificing quality or headcount. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working with both private equity groups and mom-and-pop organizations, and highlights the importance of creating a cost-conscious culture to ensure long-term profitability and growth.
00:00 Introduction to Cost Savings
00:55 Challenges in Implementing Change
01:13 Entrepreneurial Influence on Business Efficiency
02:01 Growth and Organizational Waste
02:45 Balancing Spending and Results
05:21 Misconceptions About Cost Management
07:48 Leadership and Organizational Balance
12:03 Effective Cost Control Strategies
22:30 Real-World Examples of Cost Management
25:48 The Impact of Financial Decisions on Company Culture
26:27 The Technology Bubble and Its Implications
28:23 AI Bubble: Potential Risks and Opportunities
31:22 Cost-Saving Strategies for Contractors
32:02 The Value of Performance-Based Consulting
35:50 Leveraging Technology to Cut Costs
38:18 Common Profit Leaks in Businesses
41:41 Working with Different Types of Organizations
48:30 The Importance of Cost Management Centers
50:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Contact Duane Deason at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://efficacygroup.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanedeason
Link to Book “Operationally Svelte“: https://www.amazon.com/Operationally-Svelte-Increase-Enhance-Performance/dp/B0FRN125K1
Foundation Rescue Supply Link:
https://www.foundationrescuesupply.com/
Contractors Kick Ass!
Podcast Store Link:
https://williamwalkerblake.com/store-1
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In this episode of Beers with Contractors, hosts Terry and Will sit down with Duane Deason, the Founder and President of The Efficacy Group and author of “Operationally Svelte”. Duane shares his expert insights on cost management and efficiency improvements. Duane also delves into common profit leaks in companies, the impact of a company's culture on cost control, and effective strategies for leveraging technology to reduce costs without sacrificing quality or headcount. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working with both private equity groups and mom-and-pop organizations, and highlights the importance of creating a cost-conscious culture to ensure long-term profitability and growth.
00:00 Introduction to Cost Savings
00:55 Challenges in Implementing Change
01:13 Entrepreneurial Influence on Business Efficiency
02:01 Growth and Organizational Waste
02:45 Balancing Spending and Results
05:21 Misconceptions About Cost Management
07:48 Leadership and Organizational Balance
12:03 Effective Cost Control Strategies
22:30 Real-World Examples of Cost Management
25:48 The Impact of Financial Decisions on Company Culture
26:27 The Technology Bubble and Its Implications
28:23 AI Bubble: Potential Risks and Opportunities
31:22 Cost-Saving Strategies for Contractors
32:02 The Value of Performance-Based Consulting
35:50 Leveraging Technology to Cut Costs
38:18 Common Profit Leaks in Businesses
41:41 Working with Different Types of Organizations
48:30 The Importance of Cost Management Centers
50:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Contact Duane Deason at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://efficacygroup.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanedeason
Link to Book “Operationally Svelte“: https://www.amazon.com/Operationally-Svelte-Increase-Enhance-Performance/dp/B0FRN125K1
Foundation Rescue Supply Link:
https://www.foundationrescuesupply.com/
Contractors Kick Ass!
Podcast Store Link:
https://williamwalkerblake.com/store-1
The Worker Incentive Program that Contractors Love! - Per4mance Software https://per4mance.io - Pay for performance, not hours
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