In this episode, host Bob Gauvreau celebrates the one-year anniversary of the show. He thanks listeners and introduces special guest, operational efficiency expert Adrienne Dorison, known for transforming business practices.

Adrienne recounts her journey from studying wildlife ecology to pioneering business efficiency initiatives. She discusses innovative strategies such as the 'crush cringe analysis' and a transformative four-week vacation concept, aimed at enhancing business self-sufficiency.

Tune into this episode to discover how these strategies can improve your business. Share it with other entrepreneurs looking to boost their operational efficiency and achieve greater success.







Episode Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to The Wealthy Entrepreneur Podcast
02:01 Optimizing Business Efficiency With Expert Adrienne
05:38 Career Journey From Wildlife Ecology to Corporate Manufacturing to Entrepreneurship
12:24 Implementing a System of Accountability in a Business to Avoid Chaos and Ensure Survival
16:48 Streamlining Business Operations for Growth and Efficiency
25:06 Accountability in Business, Leaders' Selfishness, and the Importance of Clear Expectations and Support for Employees
30:42 Delegating Decision-making Responsibilities to Others
35:19 Empowering Team Members to Make Decisions
39:03 Implementing Accountability Systems for Business Growth
46:41 Optimizing Work for CEOs, Including Reducing Work Hours and Prioritizing Deep Thinking Time
50:59 Tracking Time to Improve Business Efficiency







About the Guest:
An operational efficiency expert, Adrienne has helped thousands of businesses run more efficiently, so they can do less and achieve even more. She co-founded Run Like Clockwork© alongside author Mike Michalowicz, to help entrepreneurs design a business that can run itself. The best-selling book, Clockwork, includes their simple system for making a business ultra-efficient. 

Adrienne developed the Clockwork™️ program and its proven process through her 15+ years of operational efficiency experience in small, medium and corporate sized companies. She's Lean Six Sigma certified, a SCRUM expert trainer, and a certified Smart Growth Advisor™️.

Her work offers a new normal for business leaders and shares practical advice for leaders, teams and individuals to redesign the way we work.

Connect with Adrienne:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adriennedorisoncoach/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriennedorison/
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennedorison/
X / Twitter: https://x.com/adriennedorison?lang=en
Email: adrienne@runlikeclockwork.com







Resources:
Clockwork is now available! Have you got your copy yet?: https://www.amazon.com/Clockwork-Design-Your-Business-Itself/dp/0525534016/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1531755332&sr=8-1&keywords=clockwork+mike+michalowicz
Visit the Million Dollar Year Website: https://www.milliondollaryear.ca/
Download The Wealthy Entrepreneur (digital book) for FREE: https://www.milliondollaryear.ca/wealthy-entrepreneur/opt-in
Like our Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/milliondollaryearprogram
Join The Wealthy Entrepreneur Community for FREE at https://www.facebook.com/groups/gauvreaucpa

For more podcast episodes, subscribe to our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@milliondollaryearprogram.

Let’s continue to work on becoming a Wealthy Entrepreneur!

In this episode, host Bob Gauvreau celebrates the one-year anniversary of the show. He thanks listeners and introduces special guest, operational efficiency expert Adrienne Dorison, known for transforming business practices.
Adrienne recounts her journey from studying wildlife ecology to pioneering business efficiency initiatives. She discusses innovative strategies such as the 'crush cringe analysis' and a transformative four-week vacation concept, aimed at enhancing business self-sufficiency.
Tune into this episode to discover how these strategies can improve your business. Share it with other entrepreneurs looking to boost their operational efficiency and achieve greater success.
 
 
 
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>00:00 Welcome to The Wealthy Entrepreneur Podcast</li>
<li>02:01 Optimizing Business Efficiency With Expert Adrienne</li>
<li>05:38 Career Journey From Wildlife Ecology to Corporate Manufacturing to Entrepreneurship</li>
<li>12:24 Implementing a System of Accountability in a Business to Avoid Chaos and Ensure Survival</li>
<li>16:48 Streamlining Business Operations for Growth and Efficiency</li>
<li>25:06 Accountability in Business, Leaders' Selfishness, and the Importance of Clear Expectations and Support for Employees</li>
<li>30:42 Delegating Decision-making Responsibilities to Others</li>
<li>35:19 Empowering Team Members to Make Decisions</li>
<li>39:03 Implementing Accountability Systems for Business Growth</li>
<li>46:41 Optimizing Work for CEOs, Including Reducing Work Hours and Prioritizing Deep Thinking Time</li>
<li>50:59 Tracking Time to Improve Business Efficiency</li>
</ul>
 
 
 
About the Guest: An operational efficiency expert, Adrienne has helped thousands of businesses run more efficiently, so they can do less and achieve even more. She co-founded Run Like Clockwork© alongside author Mike Michalowicz, to help entrepreneurs design a business that can run itself. The best-selling book, Clockwork, includes their simple system for making a business ultra-efficient. 
Adrienne developed the Clockwork™️ program and its proven process through her 15+ years of operational efficiency experience in small, medium and corporate sized companies. She's Lean Six Sigma certified, a SCRUM expert trainer, and a certified Smart Growth Advisor™️.
Her work offers a new normal for business leaders and shares practical advice for leaders, teams and individuals to redesign the way we work.
Connect with Adrienne:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/adriennedorisoncoach/">https://www.facebook.com/adriennedorisoncoach/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adriennedorison/">https://www.instagram.com/adriennedorison/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Linked In: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennedorison/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennedorison/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">X / Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/adriennedorison?lang=en">https://x.com/adriennedorison?lang=en</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Email: <a href="mailto:adrienne@runlikeclockwork.com">adrienne@runlikeclockwork.com</a></li>
</ul>
 
 
 
Resources:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Clockwork is now available! Have you got your copy yet?: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Clockwork-Design-Your-Business-Itself/dp/0525534016/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1531755332&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=clockwork+mike+michalowicz">https://www.amazon.com/Clockwork-Design-Your-Business-Itself/dp/0525534016/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1531755332&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=clockwork+mike+michalowicz</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Visit the Million Dollar Year Website: <a href="https://www.milliondollaryear.ca/">https://www.milliondollaryear.ca/</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Download The Wealthy Entrepreneur (digital book) for FREE: <a href="https://www.milliondollaryear.ca/wealthy-entrepreneur/opt-in">https://www.milliondollaryear.ca/wealthy-entrepreneur/opt-in</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Like our Facebook Page at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/milliondollaryearprogram">https://www.facebook.com/milliondollaryearprogram</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Join The Wealthy Entrepreneur Community for FREE at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/gauvreaucpa">https://www.facebook.com/groups/gauvreaucpa</a> </li>
</ul>
For more podcast episodes, subscribe to our Youtube Channel at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@milliondollaryearprogram">https://www.youtube.com/@milliondollaryearprogram</a>.
Let’s continue to work on becoming a Wealthy Entrepreneur!

Introducing The Wealthy Entrepreneur Podcast, where we unravel the Profit Simple framework, turning your business's vision into a roadmap for financial success. Join us as we provide simple yet powerful episodes for extraordinary results and financial clarity. Say goodbye to confusion and hello to a journey towards financial freedom!

Introducing The Wealthy Entrepreneur Podcast, where we unravel the Profit Simple framework, turning your business's vision into a roadmap for financial success. Join us as we provide simple yet powerful episodes for extraordinary results and financial clarity. Say goodbye to confusion and hello to a journey towards financial freedom!

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