The Cash Flow Contractor 271 - What If You Could Double Profits Without Doubling Your Effort? with Todd Hagopian
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Sep 4, 2025 Todd Hagopian, an author and business turnaround expert, introduces his innovative Hypomanic Operational Turnaround (HOT) system, designed to revitalize struggling enterprises in 6-12 months. He emphasizes the impact of aggressive 80/20 strategies and grandiose goal setting on profitability. The discussion includes practical advice on executing 52 improvement projects in a year without overwhelming teams and leveraging pricing strategies for optimal profit margins. Todd also shares insights on harnessing bipolar strengths to inspire creativity and drive business success.
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Diagnosis Led To The Hypomanic Toolbox
- Todd was diagnosed bipolar II after risky highs and heavy drinking during career stress at ITW.
- He built the 'hypomanic toolbox' to capture hypomanic strengths while staying on medication.
Aim For Grandiose Goals
- Grandiose goals force different behaviors and produce bigger outcomes than conservative targets.
- Aim far beyond modest growth to unlock initiative, focus, and disproportionate results.
Spend All Time On The Vital 20%
- Spend 100% of your time on the vital 20% that drives 80% of results and outsource or remove the rest.
- Multiply results by increasing activity, efficiency, and laser-focusing on the critical few.
