EPISODE · Jun 30, 2026 · 4 MIN
Labor Costs, Lean Teams
from 10X Applied · host Dr. Shena Dixon Mason, Esq.
Small businesses are still facing pressure from labor costs, inflation, cautious hiring, and operational uncertainty. In this episode, Dr. Shena shows founders how to protect margin without shrinking their mission. You’ll learn how to audit roles, redesign workload, raise standards before raising headcount, and build a lean 10X operating rhythm that supports growth without reckless expansion.
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