Systems Saved Me®

In this episode of the System Saving Podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Emily Williams from Creatives Catalyst. We dove into the concept of uncovering hidden revenue in your business—specifically, how you can find up to $100,000 without needing to chase new leads or clients.Emily shared her "chase the breadcrumbs" methodology, which emphasizes auditing your current client value as the first step. She provided a compelling case study of a client who discovered an additional $60,000 in revenue simply by reassessing her pricing structure and letting go of underpaying clients.More about Emylee Williams: Emylee Williams is the founder of Creative's Catalyst and your resident "lazy" business strategist in Kansas City. After co-founding and scaling a multi-million dollar agency to serve 30,000+ students globally, she now helps 6-figure agency founders package their expertise into high-value advisory offers. Translation? She shows you how to make more money without working more hours. Creatives Catalyst WebsiteEmylee's Hidden $100k Freebie LinkFacebookInstagramLinkedInYouTubeThreadsTimestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction to Hidden Revenue00:01:05 - Chase the Breadcrumbs Methodology00:02:24 - Understanding Your Current Revenue00:03:07 - Common Misconceptions About Scaling00:04:21 - Step 1: Audit Current Client Value00:06:06 - Case Study: $60K in Revenue00:07:23 - Step 2: Leverage Existing Relationships00:08:28 - Value Add Check-In Conversations00:09:41 - Strategic Partnership Exploration00:11:07 - Direct Referral Requests00:13:34 - Key Elements for Successful Conversations00:15:41 - Tracking and Accountability00:16:55 - Step 3: Optimize Current Operations00:18:29 - Action Steps for Finding Hidden Revenue00:19:21 - Advanced Strategies for Revenue Growth00:24:49 - Choosing Your Path Forward00:25:10 - Conclusion and Call to Action

Discover how to elevate your service-based business by transforming it into a high-ticket advisory offer. Learn about the power of strategic pivots to overcome hurdles and boost revenue. Emylee shares her journey from having no clients to generating 20K months by repositioning her expertise. Dive into strategies for systematizing and productizing your services for sustainable growth. Embrace a 'lazy business' model to maximize income without increasing hours – the secret to a more balanced work life.

In this episode of the System Saved Me® Podcast, I share my vision for the next 6 months and provide an update on my life and business. I share about my new initiative called "Borrow My Podcast," where smart business owners from my community will have the opportunity to host a 2-episode miniseries, sharing their unique systems and insights. This shift allows me to focus on connecting with my community while reducing the pressure of creating solo content every week.I also reflect on some personal challenges, including the recent loss of my last two grandparents, which has brought grief to the forefront of my life. As I navigate this difficult time, I'm entering what I call "stealth mode," focusing on backend work and leveraging ads for lead generation while prioritizing my health and well-being.Additionally, I share my newfound ability to create micro-tools using AI coding tools, which has been an exciting revelation amidst personal struggles. I'm also thrilled to announce that I'll be speaking at seven events this year, a significant increase from previous years, and I discuss the importance of sharing my unique experiences rather than just how-to content.MENTIONS: Borrow My PodcastShannon McKinstrie

In this episode of the System Saved Me Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Tania Bhattacharrya, an expert in leveraging LinkedIn for social impact leaders. We also explored Tania's innovative "Sprint" format, a four-week program designed to help participants batch six months' worth of thought leadership content efficiently. Tania explained how she transitioned from VIP days and group coaching programs to this more dynamic and manageable format, which caters to those who are self-motivated and looking for a quick yet impactful transformation.TIMESTAMP00:00:00 - Welcome to the System Saved Me Podcast00:01:35 - Tania's Work with Social Impact Leaders00:02:33 - The Importance of LinkedIn00:03:31 - The Lazy Approach to LinkedIn00:05:42 - The Value of Deep Thought on LinkedIn00:06:35 - The Sprint Format Explained00:07:05 - Why Choose a Sprint?00:09:43 - The Structure of the Sprint00:10:33 - Identifying the Right Candidates for a Sprint00:12:54 - Coaching and Support in a Sprint00:15:09 - Best Practices for Running a Sprint00:18:24 - Selling the Sprint00:24:57 - Connecting with TaniaLINKSSystems Saved Me® InstagramTania's WebsiteTania's LinkedIn

In this episode of the System Saved Me Podcast, I am joined by the amazing Bai-Leigh Chapman from Valley Virtual Operations to discuss a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of business: follow-up. Many business owners struggle with follow-up due to fears of being pushy or simply being overwhelmed with their workload. Bai-Leigh shares her insights on why follow-up is essential for maintaining connections with potential clients and converting leads into sales.TIMESTAMP00:00:00 - Introduction to the System Saved Me Podcast00:00:21 - Meet Bai-Leigh: Expert in Follow-Up Systems00:02:49 - Why Follow-Up is Often Overlooked00:03:22 - Busy Lives and People-Pleasing Tendencies00:05:08 - The Value of Follow-Up00:06:45 - The First Type of Follow-Up: Check-Ins00:09:08 - The Second Type of Follow-Up: Personalized Messages00:13:01 - The Third Type of Follow-Up: Addressing Objections00:18:41 - Key Takeaways and Tools for Effective Follow-UpLINKSSystems Saved Me® InstagramBai-Leigh's InstagramBai-Leigh's Website

In this episode of the Systems Saved Me podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Colie James, a systems strategist who is passionate about helping business owners save time through automation. We dove into a topic that many of us struggle with: writing emails. Colie shared her insights on three essential emails that can be automated to streamline communication and enhance client experience.TIMESTAMP00:00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast and Guest00:01:19 - Meet Colie James00:02:30 - Automated Lead Response Email00:06:01 - Booking Confirmation Email00:08:04 - Automated Payment Reminder Email00:08:49 - Thank You Emails for Client Actions00:10:03 - The Importance of Clarity in Communication00:12:58 - Using Buttons for Call to Action00:15:01 - Email Deliverability and Professionalism00:17:21 - Positive Reactions to Automated EmailsLINKSSystems Saved Me® InstagramColie's Love Your Leads Audio TrainingColie's WebsiteColie's Instagram

Kristina Azarenko, an SEO expert and course creation coach, shares her inspiring transition from a full-time SEO career to a thriving online course business, boasting over $500,000 in sales. She discusses the importance of identifying your niche and developing a clear course framework. Kristina emphasizes starting the course creation journey without having all the answers and introduces six strategic steps for launching a successful online course. Her insights offer valuable guidance for those looking to turn their expertise into impactful educational experiences.

In this episode of the System Saved Me Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Simi Awokoya, a career and personal brand coach who specializes in helping women in corporate and entrepreneurship leverage LinkedIn to build their personal brands and attract income-generating opportunities.TIMESTAMP00:00:00 - Introduction to the System Saved Me Podcast00:01:23 - Meet Simi: Career and Personal Brand Coach00:01:46 - Why Choose LinkedIn?00:05:19 - Diverse Niches on LinkedIn00:06:41 - Using AI for LinkedIn Content00:07:18 - Three Types of Content for LinkedIn00:08:32 - Visibility Content Explained00:09:44 - Lead Attraction Content00:10:26 - Income Generating Content00:11:17 - Measuring Content Success00:12:57 - Content Posting Strategy00:15:01 - Commenting Strategy on LinkedIn00:17:05 - Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile00:18:03 - Understanding Your LinkedIn Profile as a Sales Page00:19:32 - Creator Mode on LinkedIn00:20:55 - Where to Find SimiLINKSSystems Saved Me™ InstagramSimi's LinkedInSimi's WebsiteWell Paid & Fulfilled Email Series

In this episode of the System Saved Me podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Deya Aliaga, the founder of Digital Business Manager Bootcamp. We delved into the crucial topic of hiring a digital business manager (DBM) and how this role can significantly impact the efficiency and growth of a business.TIMESTAMP00:00:00 - Welcome to the System Save Me Podcast00:02:30 - Defining a Digital Business Manager00:04:10 - When to Hire a Digital Business Manager00:05:50 - The Importance of Delegation00:06:50 - Deya's Journey in the Online Space00:10:00 - Key Signs You Need a Digital Business Manager00:11:30 - Sign 1: Team Management Overload00:12:00 - Sign 2: Ideas Without Action00:12:50 - Sign 3: Chaos in Scaling00:13:40 - Sign 4: Day-to-Day Operations Overwhelm00:14:30 - Sign 5: SOPs Living in Your Head00:15:50 - Sign 6: Lack of Enjoyment in Work00:19:00 - Hiring Without Complete SOPs00:20:30 - Time Management and Team Communication00:22:00 - Mental Side of Being a CEO00:24:00 - Bridging the Gap with Team Members00:25:30 - How to Connect with Deya and Hire a DBM00:26:50 - Closing Remarks and Thank YouLINKSSystems Saved Me™ InstagramDigital Business Manager Bootcamp - Hire a DBMDeya's Instagram

In this episode of the System Saved Me podcast, Jordan Gill dives into the intriguing debate of live launches versus evergreen sales strategies. Joined by Nicki Krawczyk, founder of Nicki K Media, we explore the benefits and drawbacks of both approaches, drawing from Nicki's extensive experience in helping clients navigate these options.TIMESTAMP00:00:00 - Welcome to the Systems Saved Me® Podcast00:00:54 - Nicki Krawczyk's Background and Business00:02:43 - Defining Live Launching and Evergreen00:03:54 - Benefits and Drawbacks of Live Launching00:05:43 - Understanding the Circuit Sales System00:06:18 - Question 1: Analyzing Your Launch Data00:08:50 - Question 2: Personal Preferences for Launching00:10:45 - The Impact of Surroundings on Launch Preferences00:12:45 - Question 3: Financial Considerations of Launching00:14:50 - The Risks of Live Launching00:16:32 - Ads in Evergreen vs. Live Launching00:19:07 - Testing Your Sales System with Organic Traffic00:21:37 - Tracking Numbers and Metrics00:25:57 - Connecting with Nicki Krawczyk00:26:24 - Closing Remarks and OutroLINKSSystems Saved Me® InstagramCircuit Sales System InstagramCircuit Sales System Info