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Leveraging Offshoring Amid Rising Domestic Labor Costs with Jamie Shanks | Episode 184

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Join Jamie Shanks, Founder & CEO at Get Levrg, for an enlightening session on the current trends with offshoring and nearshoring. We will explore which regions are trending for which skillsets and cost differences between regions. We will delve into how to leverage offshore talent for both back office and front office work. Discover the numerous benefits of offshoring, including cost savings, access to a global talent pool, and increased operational efficiency.

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Leveraging AI to Increase Profits in a Pro Serv Firm with John Arnott | Episode 183

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In this session, John Arnott, Co-Founder and VP of Analytics & Quality at c1m.ai, will share how AI can revolutionize your business strategy and significantly increase profits. We will explore the transformative power of AI, demonstrating how it can streamline operations, enhance innovation, and drive measurable financial results across various aspects of your business. Join this session to gain a solid understanding of AI technologies and their applications in optimizing processes, improving decision-making, and boosting overall profitability.

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Leveraging an Expert Network with Thom McLeod | Episode 182

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Join us as we delve into the gripping tale of a marketing agency’s journey through the tumultuous waves of cancel culture. In the height of societal pressure, the agency’s founders, driven by fear and uncertainty, offered their employees overly generous contracts. As the dust settled, they realized the unsustainable nature of their decisions and faced the daunting task of restructuring their workforce agreements. Tune in to discover how Ryan Gill and Chris Kneeland, Partners at Cult Collective, navigated this challenging terrain, replacing idealistic contracts with market-based, realistic agreements, and emerged stronger than ever before. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Pro Serv Blogs

Revenue Is Vanity, Profit Is Sanity

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Since joining C54 I’ve loved hearing all the revenue growth stories, but the different ways profit is put to use is more reassuring. “Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity” often seen as being trite, but in boutique PS firms, sticking to the mantra is a game-changer.

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Transitioning Leadership: A Founder’s Journey from Coach to COO with John Sherk | Episode 181

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Join us as we delve into the gripping tale of a marketing agency’s journey through the tumultuous waves of cancel culture. In the height of societal pressure, the agency’s founders, driven by fear and uncertainty, offered their employees overly generous contracts. As the dust settled, they realized the unsustainable nature of their decisions and faced the daunting task of restructuring their workforce agreements. Tune in to discover how Ryan Gill and Chris Kneeland, Partners at Cult Collective, navigated this challenging terrain, replacing idealistic contracts with market-based, realistic agreements, and emerged stronger than ever before. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Pro Serv Podcasts

Achieving a Successful Exit in Record Time with Tim Foster | Episode 180

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Join us as we delve into the gripping tale of a marketing agency’s journey through the tumultuous waves of cancel culture. In the height of societal pressure, the agency’s founders, driven by fear and uncertainty, offered their employees overly generous contracts. As the dust settled, they realized the unsustainable nature of their decisions and faced the daunting task of restructuring their workforce agreements. Tune in to discover how Ryan Gill and Chris Kneeland, Partners at Cult Collective, navigated this challenging terrain, replacing idealistic contracts with market-based, realistic agreements, and emerged stronger than ever before. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Pro Serv Blogs

Unlocking Success with Collective 54: A Fractional CFO’s Journey

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Meet Bill, the founder of a thriving fractional CFO firm. His story is a testament to the power of community and the invaluable support he found through Collective 54, a mastermind community tailored for professionals like him. Let’s dive into Bill’s journey and discover why he not only became a member but also regularly refers others to this game-changing community.

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Scaling Success: How a Consulting Firm Grew from 12 to 250 Employees and Achieved a Triumphant Exit in 14 Years with Benoit David | Episode 179

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Join us as we delve into the gripping tale of a marketing agency’s journey through the tumultuous waves of cancel culture. In the height of societal pressure, the agency’s founders, driven by fear and uncertainty, offered their employees overly generous contracts. As the dust settled, they realized the unsustainable nature of their decisions and faced the daunting task of restructuring their workforce agreements. Tune in to discover how Ryan Gill and Chris Kneeland, Partners at Cult Collective, navigated this challenging terrain, replacing idealistic contracts with market-based, realistic agreements, and emerged stronger than ever before. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Pro Serv Podcasts

From Idea to Publication: Navigating the Book Writing Journey with Jamie Wasserman | Episode 178

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Join us as we delve into the gripping tale of a marketing agency’s journey through the tumultuous waves of cancel culture. In the height of societal pressure, the agency’s founders, driven by fear and uncertainty, offered their employees overly generous contracts. As the dust settled, they realized the unsustainable nature of their decisions and faced the daunting task of restructuring their workforce agreements. Tune in to discover how Ryan Gill and Chris Kneeland, Partners at Cult Collective, navigated this challenging terrain, replacing idealistic contracts with market-based, realistic agreements, and emerged stronger than ever before. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Pro Serv Podcasts

Accidentally Running a Firm: A Journey from Freelancer to Boutique Firm with Miles Kailburn | Episode 177

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Join us as we delve into the gripping tale of a marketing agency’s journey through the tumultuous waves of cancel culture. In the height of societal pressure, the agency’s founders, driven by fear and uncertainty, offered their employees overly generous contracts. As the dust settled, they realized the unsustainable nature of their decisions and faced the daunting task of restructuring their workforce agreements. Tune in to discover how Ryan Gill and Chris Kneeland, Partners at Cult Collective, navigated this challenging terrain, replacing idealistic contracts with market-based, realistic agreements, and emerged stronger than ever before. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

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