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Meg and Jillian explore what it means to build an “A team” in both business and life, and how support, structure, and collaboration unlock deeper impact.
Meg shares how this topic surfaced through a simple conversation, leading her to reflect on the people she has intentionally brought into her business. From a bookkeeper to a virtual assistant to creative support, each addition allowed her to stay rooted in her zone of genius while trusting others to carry areas outside of it.
Jillian reflects on her own experience, noticing that as she leans into trust and alignment, the right people seem to appear at the exact moment she needs them. From technical experts to operational support, she sees her “team” as an extension of her ability to execute at a higher level.
The conversation expands into a deeper discussion around structure. Both Meg and Jillian explore how creating systems, processes, and support is not about control, but about creating a container that allows freedom, flow, and creativity.
Jillian connects this to a broader belief about business and systems. She challenges the idea that systems should control people, and instead proposes that systems should support humans. This leads into a powerful conversation about redefining work through roles instead of hours, and how misaligned structures can limit both productivity and fulfillment.
Meg brings the conversation back to a human level, emphasizing that structure should never become rigid. Instead, it should act as a flexible support system that evolves alongside growth.
The episode closes with a reflection on community. Both Meg and Jillian acknowledge that true growth does not happen in isolation. Building an A team is not just about outsourcing tasks, but about participating in collective wisdom, shared support, and rising together.
What This Episode Explores• What it means to build an “A team” in life and business
• Hiring and outsourcing to stay in your zone of genius
• Trusting that the right support appears when needed
• Structure as a tool for freedom rather than control
• The balance between structure and flexibility
• Systems that support humans instead of controlling them
• Rethinking work through roles instead of hours
• Community, collaboration, and collective growth
Key Takeaways• You do not have to do everything alone to be successful.
• The right support allows you to focus on what you do best.
• Structure creates freedom when it is aligned and flexible.
• Systems should be designed to support people, not control them.
• Growth expands when you allow yourself to receive help and collaborate.
We Would Love to Connect With You
Your reflections, questions, and lived experiences mean so much to us.
If this episode resonates, please share it, leave a review, or reach out.
Connect with Jillian
Website: https://trellissuite.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-pezet-trellis/
Email: [email protected]
See what Jillian is building!! www.linkedin.com/company/trellissuite
Connect with Meg
Website: www.profoundwellness.net
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: facebook.com/megan.fikse
Instagram: instagram.com/m.laidlaw
Meg’s Offerings
Mentioned in this episode:
Outro Dyn AD
By Meg Laidlaw & Jillian PezetMeg and Jillian explore what it means to build an “A team” in both business and life, and how support, structure, and collaboration unlock deeper impact.
Meg shares how this topic surfaced through a simple conversation, leading her to reflect on the people she has intentionally brought into her business. From a bookkeeper to a virtual assistant to creative support, each addition allowed her to stay rooted in her zone of genius while trusting others to carry areas outside of it.
Jillian reflects on her own experience, noticing that as she leans into trust and alignment, the right people seem to appear at the exact moment she needs them. From technical experts to operational support, she sees her “team” as an extension of her ability to execute at a higher level.
The conversation expands into a deeper discussion around structure. Both Meg and Jillian explore how creating systems, processes, and support is not about control, but about creating a container that allows freedom, flow, and creativity.
Jillian connects this to a broader belief about business and systems. She challenges the idea that systems should control people, and instead proposes that systems should support humans. This leads into a powerful conversation about redefining work through roles instead of hours, and how misaligned structures can limit both productivity and fulfillment.
Meg brings the conversation back to a human level, emphasizing that structure should never become rigid. Instead, it should act as a flexible support system that evolves alongside growth.
The episode closes with a reflection on community. Both Meg and Jillian acknowledge that true growth does not happen in isolation. Building an A team is not just about outsourcing tasks, but about participating in collective wisdom, shared support, and rising together.
What This Episode Explores• What it means to build an “A team” in life and business
• Hiring and outsourcing to stay in your zone of genius
• Trusting that the right support appears when needed
• Structure as a tool for freedom rather than control
• The balance between structure and flexibility
• Systems that support humans instead of controlling them
• Rethinking work through roles instead of hours
• Community, collaboration, and collective growth
Key Takeaways• You do not have to do everything alone to be successful.
• The right support allows you to focus on what you do best.
• Structure creates freedom when it is aligned and flexible.
• Systems should be designed to support people, not control them.
• Growth expands when you allow yourself to receive help and collaborate.
We Would Love to Connect With You
Your reflections, questions, and lived experiences mean so much to us.
If this episode resonates, please share it, leave a review, or reach out.
Connect with Jillian
Website: https://trellissuite.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-pezet-trellis/
Email: [email protected]
See what Jillian is building!! www.linkedin.com/company/trellissuite
Connect with Meg
Website: www.profoundwellness.net
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: facebook.com/megan.fikse
Instagram: instagram.com/m.laidlaw
Meg’s Offerings
Mentioned in this episode:
Outro Dyn AD