Beyond The Systems Podcast | Business Systems & Growth Strategies For Your Online Business

Alex Davis, a Certified Public Accountant and founder of AGA Tax and Consulting Services, dives into the detrimental effects of money blocks on business growth. She discusses the importance of understanding your financial relationship and strategies to overcome these subconscious barriers. Alex shares tips on self-reflection, tracking financial data, and the necessity of professional support. She emphasizes aligning personal values with financial decisions and encourages proactive engagement with one's finances for better entrepreneurial success.

In this episode, I share four questions that should be asked before making a big investment. The questions are based on my own experience investing in coaches and programs and the observations of my clients. The first question is whether to hire a coach or a service provider. The second question focuses on clarifying what you want to achieve and taking responsibility for the results. The third question explores whether you are ready to step out of your comfort zone. The fourth question examines whether your business is prepared to scale and handle the desired results. TakeawaysConsider whether you need a coach or a service provider for your business.Get clear on what you want to achieve and take responsibility for your results.Be ready to step out of your comfort zone and do what it takes to achieve your goals.Ensure that your business is set up to scale and handle the desired results.Connect with Sam Whisnant:Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​

In this episode of Beyond the Systems, I interview Sam Chlebowski, the co-founder of Motion.io, about his journey as a tech founder and scaling his previous employer, Brighter Vision, from 250 to 5,000 customers and eventual acquisition and then pivoting into co-founding a Client Portal tool, Motion.io, with two friends. We chat about the importance of taking small steps and being intentional in the early stages of building a business. He also discusses the challenges and wins he has faced as a first-time tech founder, including the decision to pivot and rebuild the product. He highlights the trends in marketing and client experience, such as the rise of video content and the demand for a digital client experience. We also discuss various tools and automations used in Motion.io and his personal favorite systems and tools he uses in the business. More about Sam Chlebowski:Sam Chlebowski is a fellow systems person. He is the co-founder of Motion.io, an online client portal tool, and he is passionate about helping business owners create scaleable systems that allow them to generate more leads, close more deals, and run their businesses without feeling like they're running out of breath. He is inspired by the firsthand impact he's seen these systems make.Before Co-founding Motion.io in 2022, Sam led the sales, marketing, and customer success teams at Brighter Vision, helping to scale the web design agency from 250 to nearly 5,000 customers and an eventual acquisition in 2020.Takeaways:Take small steps and be intentional in the early stages of building a business.Don't be afraid to pivot and rebuild if it aligns with the needs of your target audience.Focus on providing a digital client experience that is transparent, personalized, and streamlined.Stay adaptable and responsive to the changing trends and expectations in marketing and client experience.Connect with Sam Whisnant:Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​Connect with Sam Chlebowski:Website: http://motion.io Motion.io Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motion_dot_io/Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samchlebowskiPersonal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-chlebowski-80041694/Resources from this episode:Try the free trial of Motion.io + save 50% on your first few months with code SYSTEMSWITHSAM. https://app.motion.io/register?_go=systemswithsam. Related episodes:Listen to My Episode on Motion.io’s Podcast: Designing Growth: https://motion.io/client-onboarding-experience/ 

In this episode, I breakdown how to know who to hire first or next in your business. We chat about the importance of clarity and identifying key tasks to outsource. I also share questions to ask yourself about tasks, such as whether they are CEO tasks or if they directly move the needle forward in your business. Plus, I break down the 6 most common hires and their differences, like a virtual assistant vs online business manager, social media manager vs content assistant, and client success manager vs customer support. Takeaways:Get clarity on where you need help the most in your business before hiring.Ask yourself if a task is a CEO task or if it directly moves the needle forward in your business.Consider the technical skill level and budget when hiring.Start by hiring an assistant role to practice delegating and stepping into a CEO role.Assess if your business is ready to hire and if systems are in place.Connect with Sam Whisnant:Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​Resources from this episode:Want the full training and all the templates you need for hiring? Check out my Your First Hire Starter Kit: https://systemswithsam.thrivecart.com/your-first-hire/ Related episodes:Do This Before Hiring: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2301226/14470640

In this chat, Felly Day, owner of a content repurposing agency, shares her unconventional approach to content strategy. She emphasizes the need for intentionality in turning one piece of content into multiple formats, avoiding bland copy-pasting. Felly discusses the evolution of content creation, focusing on authenticity over aesthetics, and the importance of having a content hub for efficiency. She also encourages overcoming perfectionism and finding joy in casual entrepreneurship, all while pursuing a happier, more fulfilling work-life balance.

In this episode, I discuss my client's surprise $128,000 month and the behind-the-scenes factors that contributed to this success. The client had a team and processes in place, allowing her to focus on high-level tasks. I dive into the importance of setting up passive funnels and aligning them with the customer journey to support audience growth. A light launch strategy, focused on emails and YouTube, was implemented with careful planning. The key takeaway is the significance of consistency and long-term commitment to systems and processes for sustainable success.Topics covered :Having a team and processes in place allows entrepreneurs to focus on high-level tasks and avoid getting caught up in day-to-day operations.Setting up passive funnels and aligning them with the customer journey can support audience growth and revenue generation.A well-planned light launch strategy, focused on specific channels, can be effective in generating sales.Consistency and long-term commitment to systems and processes are crucial for sustainable success.Connect with Sam Whisnant:Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​

In this episode, Sophie Griffiths, a marketing strategist and Facebook ads expert, shares her approach to using Facebook ads for growing entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of building a warm audience and creating a sustainable and consistent marketing strategy. Sophie highlights the common mistakes people make with Facebook ads and offers tips for targeting the right audience and crafting effective messaging. She also discusses the benefits of using Facebook ads for businesses earning $10K-15K per month and provides insights into running campaigns with a $15 daily budget. In this conversation, Sophie and I discuss the impact of shared data and ads, overcoming mindset blocks with Facebook ads, the cost of organic growth, the limitations of organic algorithms, systems for business success, and using tools like ClickUp, ThriveCart, and Cal.com.TakeawaysBreak down of Sophie’s Signature $15/day Facebook Ads funnel. Overcoming mindset blocks is important when it comes to using Facebook ads for business growth.Organic growth can be time-consuming and costly, while Facebook ads offer a more targeted and efficient approach.Relying solely on organic algorithms can be unpredictable and limit reach.Implementing systems and using tools like ClickUp, ThriveCart, and Calendly can streamline business processes.Crafting effective Facebook ads copy is crucial for attracting and converting ideal clients.More about Sophie Griffiths:Sophie Griffiths is a seasoned marketing strategist and a Facebook™ Ads expert, dedicated to guiding ambitious female entrepreneurs as they elevate their marketing game to align with their expansive goals.She's the expert you turn to when the rollercoaster of big launches has lost its charm, and you're craving a more sustainable, balanced approach to sales. Sophie is all about crafting marketing systems that work tirelessly in the background, giving you the freedom to focus on what truly matters to you.Connect with Sam Whisnant:Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ Connect with Sophie:Website: http://www.sophiegriffiths.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiegriffithsco/ Quick Guide to Crafting Facebook Ads Copy That Captivates & Convert: https://sophiegriffiths.co/copy-that-converts Audience Builder Course; https://sophiegriffiths.co/abc-live Resources from this episode:ClickUp Templates: https://systemswithsam.thrivecart.com/clickup-templates/ Thrivecart [affiliate]: https://samwhizbiz--checkout.thrivecart.com/thrivecart-standard-account/ Dubsado [affiliate]: dubsado.com/?c=samwhiz  [20% off your first month or year!]Cal.com: https://cal.com/  

Unlock the art of content batching with five strategic steps! Learn how a clear process and a well-planned calendar can revolutionize your content creation. Dive into the power of brainstorming sessions for fresh ideas, while discovering how batching tasks enhances productivity. Address those last-minute creation fears and find out why collaboration can be a game-changer. Commit to a consistent content system and say goodbye to chaos!

In this conversation with Rebecca Haydon, a mindset coach and hypnotherapy expert, listeners explore the transformative power of subconscious reprogramming for overcoming business blocks. Rebecca shares her journey from performer to entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of mindset and strategic planning. She reveals how balanced launches, even amidst personal milestones like getting engaged, are possible through effective systems. Key tools like ClickUp are discussed, highlighting how streamlined operations can enhance growth and efficiency in multi-six-figure businesses.

Before hiring, it's essential to ensure your business has effective systems in place. Clarity and organization help set expectations for your team. Developing standard operating procedures and a central hub streamlines communication and collaboration. Creating an environment for learning and feedback fosters success. A systems mindset check can help you decide which tasks to delegate, paving the way for smoother operations as your team grows.