Behind every great business is a story worth sharing. ImpactWorks dives into real conversations with business owners who are making waves — not just in their industries, but in their communities. From local legends to rising change-makers, we uncover how everyday entrepreneurs are creating extraordinary impact.
Larry Levine from P3 Cost Analysts discusses the impact of indirect vendor overcharges and the role of cost reduction experts in helping businesses identify and reduce unnecessary expenses. The conversation covers common blind spots, challenges in engaging business owners, and the potential impact of AI on cost reduction efforts.
Takeaways
Cost Reduction
Indirect Vendor Overcharges
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to P3 Cost Analysts
05:11 Case Study: Waste Overcharges
11:19 Arrogance and Pride in Business Management
17:36 Signals of Readiness for Cost Analysis
24:09 Smart Steps for Better Cost Control
12 Feb 2026
iCRYO
Matt Magnuson shares his journey of overcoming a car accident, spinal injuries, and addiction, leading to the creation of iCryo. He discusses the challenges of breaking into the market and the misconceptions of cryotherapy. Additionally, he shares his remarkable running career and the role of DDP yoga in his recovery. Matt Magnuson shares his journey of recovery and wellness, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, clean eating, and proactive health practices. He also discusses the future of the wellness industry and his personal wellness routine.
Takeaways
Overcoming adversity
Educating about cryotherapy Flexibility, clean eating, and proactive health practices are essential for recovery and overall wellness.
The future of the wellness industry involves proactive health practices, cash-only healthcare, and a shift towards holistic wellness.
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Overcoming Adversity
08:52 The Remarkable Running Career
17:56 Misconceptions of Cryotherapy and DDP Yoga in Recovery
23:50 The Key to Recovery
29:18 Educating on Clean Eating
35:19 The Future of the Wellness Industry
40:50 Personal Wellness Routine
12 Feb 2026
Candace Dorsey
The conversation with Candace Dorsey covers her career transition, learning from mistakes, leadership, collaboration, balancing planning and execution, cross-functional collaboration, maintaining culture during growth, introducing change, mentorship, testing principles and integrity, and community outreach. The key takeaways include the importance of overcoming fear and embracing growth, as well as the significance of collaboration and leadership in professional development.
Takeaways
Overcoming fear and embracing growth
The importance of collaboration and leadership
Chapters
00:00 Transitioning and Overcoming Fear
06:28 Balancing Planning and Execution
11:58 Mentorship and Personal Growth
1 Oct 2025
High Point Plumbing
In this episode of the Impact Works podcast, Kevin Dyer shares his entrepreneurial journey in starting High Point Plumbing, Heating and Air. He discusses the challenges he faced in the early days, the importance of community engagement, and how technology, particularly AI, is shaping the future of his business. Kevin emphasizes the significance of sports for youth and outlines his goals for growth and expansion in the coming years.
1 Aug 2025
Complete Pest Solutions
In this episode of the Impact Works podcast, host Dante Crescenzi interviews Rob Fernback from Complete Pest Control. They discuss the origins of the company, its growth and expansion challenges, unique experiences in pest control, marketing strategies, and advice for other pest control businesses. Rob shares insights on community involvement, competition, and the importance of having a solid marketing plan. Takeaways Anthony Farrell started Complete Pest Control in 2008. The company has expanded to multiple states and locations. Competition includes both large companies and local businesses. Community involvement is crucial for brand recognition. Weather-related challenges impact service delivery. Marketing strategies include strong online presence and customer reviews. In-house marketing allows for better control and responsiveness. Unique experiences in pest control can be humorous and unexpected. Employee buy-in is essential for business growth. Continuous growth and adaptation are key to success.
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