In this episode, we sit down with Christian, a former accountant turned franchisee at Schooley Mitchell, who helps businesses keep more money in their pockets—without sacrificing quality or service. Christian shares his journey from the structured world of accounting to the high-stakes realm of sales and entrepreneurship. After experiencing a company-wide layoff, he made a bold move to secure his future by owning his own business. Now, as a cost-reduction specialist, he partners with organizations to identify hidden savings in areas like shipping, waste management, credit card processing, telecom, and more. He explains why he chose the franchise route over building a business from scratch and how networking plays a vital role in his success. Christian also opens up about the industries he serves most—especially nonprofits, schools, and manufacturers—and how his work can help prevent painful budget cuts, particularly in education. Perhaps most intriguing, he only gets paid when he saves his clients money, meaning his services are essentially free unless he delivers results. He also offers practical, no-nonsense advice for business owners on where and how to start cutting unnecessary costs without compromising on what matters. Whether you're a small business owner, nonprofit leader, or just curious about cost-cutting strategies that actually work—this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

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