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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 Savings00:55 Challenges in Implementing Change01:13 Entrepreneurial Influence on Business Efficiency02:01 Growth and Organizational Waste02:45 Balancing Spending and Results05:21 Misconceptions About Cost Management07:48 Leadership and Organizational Balance12:03 Effective Cost Control Strategies22:30 Real-World Examples of Cost Management25:48 The Impact of Financial Decisions on Company Culture26:27 The Technology Bubble and Its Implications28:23 AI Bubble: Potential Risks and Opportunities31:22 Cost-Saving Strategies for Contractors32:02 The Value of Performance-Based Consulting35:50 Leveraging Technology to Cut Costs38:18 Common Profit Leaks in Businesses41:41 Working with Different Types of Organizations48:30 The Importance of Cost Management Centers50:32 Final Thoughts and FarewellContact Duane Deason at:Email: [email protected] Website: https://efficacygroup.comLinkedIn: 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-1The Worker Incentive Program that Contractors Love! - Per4mance Software https://per4mance.io - Pay for performance, not hours
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