Bringing in outside expertise should simplify your business—not make it harder to run.

In this episode of Books & The Biz, we break down a real-world situation where a business owner hired a consultant who promised significant tax savings by restructuring the company. On the surface, the pitch made sense. The numbers looked attractive. The strategy sounded sophisticated.

What followed was something very different.

Two separate corporate entities were formed. New layers of accounting were introduced. Additional compliance requirements showed up. Professional fees increased. Administrative work multiplied. Confusion set in. The owner found himself managing complexity he didn’t ask for—and didn’t fully understand.

The intended savings? Minimal.

The added workload? Very real.

This conversation isn’t about criticizing consultants. It’s about asking better questions before making structural decisions that permanently alter how your business operates. We explore the hidden costs of complexity, the difference between technical optimization and operational reality, and why every “savings strategy” must be evaluated against time, clarity, and long-term execution.

If you’ve ever been pitched a strategy that sounded smart but felt heavy… this episode is for you.

Before you implement anything that changes the foundation of your company, listen in.

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