Tired of Doing All. The. Things?

There's a Better Way - I help growing businesses connect the systems, tools, and people behind the idea.

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The Reality

The bit nobody plans for

You solved the big problem. Now fifty new ones showed up.

Scattered Systems

Half your tools don't know the other half exist.

A Vision Stuck

The idea's solid. It's just been sitting there because nobody's built it yet.

Too Much on One Plate

Right now, someone is carrying more than they should have to.

The Reality Check

What's it actually costing you?

A rough idea, not a quote.

8 hrs
02040+

Cumulative Admin Impact

Month-by-month lost vs. recoverable hours

8 hrs/wk
Hours lost across 12 months
Admin drainRecoverable
Mo 1: 34h
M1
Mo 2: 69h
M2
Mo 3: 103h
M3
Mo 4: 138h
M4
Mo 5: 172h
M5
Mo 6: 206h
M6
Mo 7: 241h
M7
Mo 8: 275h
M8
Mo 9: 310h
M9
Mo 10: 344h
M10
Mo 11: 378h
M11
Mo 12: 413h
M12
Monthly Drain
34 hrs
Annual Recoverable
~270 hrs
Est. Annual Value
$32,198
Dara - Cadence Group
Dara Olson
Cadence Group
The Guide
"The vision's yours. Making it work is mine."

I've spent over 20 years working in complex, high-pressure environments, from leading payroll operations across thousands of employees to managing cybersecurity controls for major banks, to designing efficient, human-friendly systems that actually work.

But what lights me up the most is helping business owners who are brilliant at what they do but exhausted by everything it takes to keep the business running.

That's where I come in.

Give me a solid idea and a bit of chaos, and I'm genuinely happy, that's where I do my best work!

What I bring

How Dara works with leaders and teams.

Calm in the Chaos

I keep things ticking without adding to the noise.

Sits in the Middle

I bring in the right expert and make sure it all connects.

Your Sounding Board

I reflect back what matters so you get clarity, not confusion.

Makes It Function

Nothing flashy, just streamlined and working.

The Approach

Let's make your business life easier

Running a business is like juggling while riding a unicycle - impressive, but exhausting. That's why I offer three ways to help: ongoing operational support, project implementation, or a power-packed strategy session. Pick your path!

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Business Management

Need someone steady in the middle, on an ongoing basis? I plug into your systems, tools, and team - spotting the gaps, connecting the pieces, and making sure nothing quietly falls through the cracks.

This is for growing teams who need a standing hand on the wheel, not another specialist to manage.

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Projects

Stuck with a brilliant idea that's gathering digital dust?

You know that thing... that important-but-not-urgent project sitting on your to-do list for months. That automation you know would save hours but haven't had time to figure out. That process that needs streamlining but feels too overwhelming to tackle. Yeah, that thing. Let's find the right way to get it built; whether that's me, the right tool, or the right expert.

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Strategic Intensive

Think of this as your business systems breakthrough day. No more wondering "what if" or "how to" - just you, me, and a laser-focused plan for what happens next.

We'll dig into the issues that keep you up at 3am, get hyper-focused on what actually matters, and walk away with a plan that makes sense - not just another to-do list.

Want to Do More of What You Love & Less of What You Don’t?

Turn your business chaos into clockwork (and finally get back to doing what lights you up)

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Ventures & Partnerships

Work & platforms shaped with Dara

A selection of initiatives, tools, and mission-led enterprises Dara actively builds and supports. Click any card to learn more.

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The Next Steps

Reach out when you're ready.

Met me at an event, got my name from someone, or just landed here - either way, grab a time that suits you.