Is your calendar bursting at the seams, yet your profits aren’t keeping pace? It’s a common dilemma. Thankfully, as business coach Russell Cummings will tell you, true growth happens when you sharpen your focus and optimise your processes—working smarter, not harder.

1. Put Pre-Work to Work

Introducing client pre-work (think short videos or Google Docs) allows everyone to come prepared. This small change can halve meeting times, freeing up hours for more valuable activities.

2. Keep Up Momentum

Russell’s favourite tip: slot in weekly 15-minute momentum calls. These quick check-ins keep teams accountable, quash potential setbacks early, and reduce the drain of endless follow-ups.

3. Systematise for Scale

Systematise those repeatable tasks. By codifying your processes, you’ll reduce manual labour and enable your team to focus on higher-value work. More output, less wasted effort, and a more scalable business.

4. Focus, Discipline, Control

Russell’s three pillars for efficiency: Focus on essentials, bring discipline with time blocking and short bursts of work, and control your environment by eliminating distractions. The result? More impact in less time.

🌟 Business Networking Breakfast with Russell Cummings

How to Go from 70 to 30 Hours a Week and Double Your Income
(Without Raising Prices or Using AI)

Join us for an inspiring morning of insights, connections, and practical takeaways with one of Australia’s most experienced business strategists and advisors. With over 40 years of experience, Russell Cummings has guided family-owned and growing businesses to sustainable success. You’ll learn his proven approach to achieving more by doing less—without sacrificing profit or purpose.

What You’ll Gain:

• Work fewer hours while boosting your bottom line
• Replace busyness with genuine productivity
• Build the focus, discipline, and systems needed for lasting growth
• Reclaim your time and create a business that truly works for you

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025
Time: 6:45am – 8:15am
Venue: Samford Community Hub, 2204 Mount Samson Rd, Samford QLD 4520
Tickets: $25

Spaces are limited—secure your spot today!
👉 Book at www.samfordchamber.com

Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and discover how you can build a business that delivers both profit and freedom. Book now and take the first step towards a more productive, rewarding business future.

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