by Scale Smart Live
The Ops IQ Podcast brings candid conversations with founders, operators, and experts who know what it takes to scale sustainably. Hosted by Taja Graham, each episode unpacks real-world lessons in operations, leadership, finance, and strategy, so you can grow with clarity, not chaos.
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April 9, 2026
<p>As businesses grow, inefficiencies across lead generation, operations, and workforce management become harder to ignore. </p><p><br></p><p>What once worked starts to break, and without the right systems in place, performance suffers.</p><p><br></p><p>On this episode of Scale Smart Live, Taja M. Graham is joined by Hadassah Eley - CME Strategies, Owner, to explore how businesses can improve efficiency across core areas of growth and execution.</p><p><br></p><p>With over 17 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, Hadassah brings deep expertise in identifying root causes and solving complex operational challenges. </p><p><br></p><p>Her work focuses on helping organizations strengthen processes, improve productivity, and build systems that support long-term performance.</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, we will cover:</p><p><br></p><p>1. Improving Lead Generation and Operational Efficiency</p><p>2. Reducing Manufacturing Defects and Optimizing Processes</p><p>3. Workforce Optimization and Communicating Data to Leadership</p><p><br></p><p>If you are looking to eliminate inefficiencies, improve operational performance, and create clearer visibility across your business, this session will provide practical insights you can apply.</p><p><br></p><p>To learn more, visit OpsIQ.biz.</p>
March 18, 2026
<p>On the next episode of Scale Smart Live, we’re welcoming Jonathan Graviss and Jonathan Graviss from Graviss Marketing.</p><p><br></p><p>Both bring deep experience in helping companies strengthen their marketing strategy, align sales with revenue goals, and build systems that support consistent growth. </p><p><br></p><p>Their work focuses on helping operators clarify their value proposition, improve positioning in competitive markets, and create marketing and sales processes that teams can execute reliably.</p><p><br></p><p>Jonathan Graviss serves as Chief Revenue Officer and Fractional CMO, partnering with organizations to develop scalable go-to-market strategies and stronger revenue frameworks. </p><p><br></p><p>Jonathan Graviss works closely with operators and regional networks to integrate CRM, sales strategy, and marketing into one cohesive engine designed to drive predictable growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, they help businesses move beyond disconnected tactics and toward a more structured, sustainable approach to growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we welcome Jonathan Graviss and Jonathan P. Graviss to the show for a conversation about building clarity, structure, and momentum in today’s evolving marketplace.</p>
March 6, 2026
<p>What does it take to create a business plan that flows across marketing, sales, operations, and accounting, all the way to revenue?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Scale Smart Live ,Taja M. Graham welcomes Elissa B., Founding Partner at The Critical Standard and a multi-venture founder known for turning strategic ideas into real-world outcomes.</p><p><br></p><p>Elissa has scaled two digital startups from the ground up and built business partnerships valued in the tens of millions. Her approach is practical, high energy, and focused on aligning business strategy with systems that actually drive growth.</p><p><br></p><p>This conversation explores:</p><p><br></p><p>1. How leaders can build a plan that actually flows</p><p>2. Why ROI is the elephant in the room</p><p>3. How your digital footprint impacts your revenue</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you are leading a service-based business or rethinking your strategy for scale, this episode offers actionable insights to align your planning with your profit goals.</p><p><br></p><p>To learn more, visit opsiq.biz.</p>
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The Ops IQ Podcast brings candid conversations with founders, operators, and experts who know what it takes to scale sustainably.
Hosted by Taja Graham, each episode unpacks real-world lessons in operations, leadership, finance, and strategy, so you can grow with clarity, not chaos.
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