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

In this episode, Izzy Stevens shares her journey from being an actress to becoming a business coach, emphasizing the importance of mindset, authenticity, and community in business. She discusses the power of one, the impact of personal branding, and the significance of mindset in business success. The conversation covers the topics of personal branding, embodying uniqueness in business, mindset around selling, and her method for content creation. It also delves into the challenges of balancing multiple roles and the importance of self-care in business. The discussion emphasizes the power of relatable and authentic content in driving engagement and sales.

Takeaways

• The power of one: Focusing on the impact on one dreamy human rather than chasing numbers or algorithmic success.
• Authenticity and personal branding: The importance of showing up authentically and resonating with your audience.
• Mindset and business success: The role of mindset in overcoming self-sabotage and achieving business success.
• Community and engagement: Building a community and engaging with your audience to create meaningful connections.
• Social media and visibility: Leveraging social media to share authentic stories and connect with your audience. Embodying uniqueness in business and personal branding is key to attracting the right clients.
• Mindset around selling is crucial, and reframing selling as self-care can lead to a more positive approach.
• The Storio method for content creation involves sharing relatable personal experiences, discussing work-related topics, and capping it off with a personal touch.
• Balancing multiple roles in business requires intentional daily actions and systems to support productivity and growth.
• Authentic and relatable content is powerful in driving engagement and sales, emphasizing the importance of being real and imperfect in business.
• Self-care is essential for business success, and it involves taking care of oneself, creative pursuits, community, sales, and clients.

More about Izzy Stevens:

Izzy Stevens is an accomplished actor, award-winning director, and 6-figure business coach. She’s dedicated to giving freedom-driven entrepreneurs her million-dollar mindset shifts & zesty strategic marketing upgrades so they can work less and make more.

With over a decade of experience working in film and television, Izzy has become a go-to expert for entrepreneurs looking to enhance their visibility and brand storytelling strategies to attract dream clients.

Izzy's work has been featured on Netflix, Amazon Prime, ABC Network, and Fantastic Fest, and in publications such as Popsugar, FOX5, and Film Daily. 

Connect with Izzy Stevens:

• Website: http://indiespunk.com 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indiespunk/ 

Resources from this episode:

Get access to Izzy’s Telegram feed breaking down 3 pieces of content that made me $13K, how I formulated the messaging in it, and why it worked. 

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Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Check out my free private podcast feed, Seven Figure Systems, where I share the biggest systems shifts you need behind the scenes as you scale from six to seven figures. 

Download Now: systems-with-sam.ck.page/seven-figure-systems

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, I discuss being stuck at a certain income or experiencing an income plateau. I identify three roadblocks contributing to this situation: time, energy, and clarity. I provide actionable steps to overcome these roadblocks, such as prioritizing tasks, delegating, and creating systems. I also emphasize the importance of focusing on what is working and doubling down on it rather than constantly trying new things. 

Takeaways

• Identify the roadblocks that are keeping you stuck at a certain income: time, energy, and lack of clarity.
• Analyze your efforts by tracking your time and energy, and identify tasks that are draining or uplifting for you.
• Focus on what is working in your business and double down on it, rather than constantly trying new things.
• Choose one or two problems to solve and prioritize them, rather than trying to fix multiple problems at once.
• Set specific goals and create action plans to achieve them, and create processes and systems to make tasks easier and more efficient.

Resources from this episode:

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Check out my free private podcast feed, Seven Figure Systems, where I share the biggest systems shifts you need behind the scenes as you scale from six to seven figures. 

Download Now: systems-with-sam.ck.page/seven-figure-systems

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, I chat with Jenna Holloway, a hypnotherapist and subconscious coach, about the role of limiting beliefs and intuition in business growth. Jenna shares her personal journey of transitioning from being a teacher to starting her own business and how she discovered the power of intuition. She explains that intuition is often hindered by limiting beliefs and shares strategies for identifying and changing these beliefs. Jenna emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, non-judgment, and improving the relationship with oneself. She also discusses energy leaks and how they can impact success and growth. 

Takeaways

• Intuition is a powerful tool for business growth, but it can be hindered by limiting beliefs.
• Raising self-awareness and challenging limiting beliefs is crucial for following intuition and achieving success with ease.
• Improving the relationship with oneself and practicing non-judgment are key to overcoming limiting beliefs and creating a positive mindset.
• Recognizing and addressing energy leaks can help conserve energy and focus on important tasks for business growth. Trust your body and intuition in making decisions.
• Decondition from childhood teachings that discourage trust in your body's cues.
• Create space for silence to allow intuition to emerge.
• Imagine different options and notice how your body reacts to determine the aligned choice.
• Put yourself first in your business and recognize when limiting beliefs are holding you back.
• Use systems like the higher self system and the Come The Match training to support intuition in business.

More about Jenna Holloway:

Jenna Holloway is a multi-award winning hypnotherapist, subconscious coach and intuitive business mentor. She helps ambitious, self-aware entrepreneurs to get rid of their limiting stories, beliefs and subconscious upper limits so they can break through to their next level with ease and flow rather than stress and strain. Jenna helps her clients create true mental and emotional freedom in their life and business through the inner work. She’s also the podcast host of the top 5% mindset podcast Bigger Than You.

Connect with Jenna Holloway:

• Website: http://www.jennaholloway.com 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjennaholloway/ 
• Podcast: Bigger Than You: Mindset for Aligned and Sustainable Business Growth with Ease and Fun: https://podfollow.com/bigger-than-you-1 
• Grounded Wealthy Woman Membership: The low cost, high value membership for subconscious reprogramming and mindset to help you expand your capacity for ease, flow and limitless overflow in your business: https://www.jennaholloway.com/gwwmembership

Resources from this episode:

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Check out my free private podcast feed, Seven Figure Systems, where I share the biggest systems shifts you need behind the scenes as you scale from six to seven figures. 

Download Now: systems-with-sam.ck.page/seven-figure-systems

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, I share the various ways ClickUp can be used in online businesses. I cover 10 different use cases, including daily to-do lists, content planning, visibility tracking, lead tracking, CRM, storing SOPs, business dashboards, client-facing dashboards, launching and product development, and time sheets and time tracking.

Takeaways

• ClickUp is a versatile project management tool that can be used in various ways in businesses.
• It can be used for daily to-do lists, content planning, visibility tracking, lead tracking, CRM, storing SOPs, business dashboards, client-facing dashboards, launching and product development, and time sheets and time tracking.
• ClickUp allows for customization and flexibility, making it a valuable tool for businesses of all sizes.
• Using ClickUp can help improve organization, collaboration, and productivity within a team.
• It is important to take the time to set up ClickUp properly and customize it to fit the specific needs of your business.

Resources from this episode:

Sign up for your free ClickUp account (affiliate link): clickup.pxf.io/samwhiz

Grab my Signature ClickUp Templates to easily organize your content, clients, and team in one place. 

Buy Now: https://systemswithsam.thrivecart.com/clickup-templates-skool/ 

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Check out my free private podcast feed, Seven Figure Systems, where I share the biggest systems shifts you need behind the scenes as you scale from six to seven figures. 

Download Now: systems-with-sam.ck.page/seven-figure-systems

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, I chat with Catryce Thompson, the founder of Captured Media, about outsourcing in small businesses. Catryce shares her journey from being an influencer to starting her own business support agency. We discuss the challenges of outsourcing and the importance of having systems and processes in place. We also discuss the challenges of hiring and outsourcing in business.

Takeaways:

• Start with systems and processes when outsourcing in your business
• Having a solid foundation of systems sets you up for success in outsourcing
• Consider an entry point for business owners who are just starting out
• Coaching can be a form of outsourcing decision-making processes Understanding what you're hiring for is crucial for successful outsourcing
• Leadership is not a requirement for entrepreneurship; it depends on the type of business you want to build
• Seek inspiration outside of social media to avoid comparison and find unique ideas
• Invest in systems that automate processes like onboarding and content creation
• Find trusted sources for help and advice in specific areas of your business

More about Catryce Thompson:

Catryce is a 20-something serial entrepreneur who is currently focused on scaling her small business support agency, Captured Media PNW. She’s based in Seattle, WA, but has worked with creatives and business owners all over the world. As a recovering workaholic, she aspires to help my fellow creatives and business owners reclaim their time while not sacrificing their business' success.

Connect with Catryce Thompson:

• Website: https://capturedmediapnw.com/ 
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/catrycethompson 
• Agency: https://www.instagram.com/capturedmedia.pnw/ 

Resources from this episode:

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Check out my free private podcast feed, Seven Figure Systems, where I share the biggest systems shifts you need behind the scenes as you scale from six to seven figures. 

Download Now: systems-with-sam.ck.page/seven-figure-systems

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, I share my journey from scaling my online business from zero to six figures as a service provider. I break down five key factors that made the most impact on my growth and success. These factors include getting clear on the end goal, nailing the ideal client, diversifying offers, creating content, and getting support from other service providers. I emphasize the importance of taking action, building relationships, and investing in support to achieve business growth.

Takeaways

• Take action and treat your business like a business
• Get clear on your end goal and choose the path that aligns with it
• Nail down your ideal client and focus on their needs
• Diversify your offers to cater to different client needs
• Create content and build relationships with your audience
• Get support from other service providers who understand your business

Take your OBM business to the next level in Alex Porterfield and I’s 5 Month Group Program, Influencer OBM Academy. Join our OPEN HOUSE happening August 19th-21st here: https://influencerobmacademy.com/open-house 

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Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community: The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, I chat with Tiffany Scarlett, a CFO and business strategist, about creating consistent income as an entrepreneur. We discuss the top money struggles faced by creative entrepreneurs, including imposter syndrome, losing the ability to serve clients, and inconsistent income months. 

Tiffany shares her approach to helping clients overcome these struggles by creating a strategic money plan. This plan includes building a salary bank, setting goals beyond just money, and aligning financial decisions with long-term plans. By implementing these money solutions, entrepreneurs can achieve financial stability and focus on their creative work.

Takeaways

• Plan for financial stability by determining your desired income and creating a savings buffer.
• Consider your hourly rate and pricing to save time and make strategic decisions.
• Develop a business strategy that includes delegation and outsourcing to focus on CEO tasks.
• Identify CEO tasks that only you can do and delegate the rest to save time and energy.
• Avoid chaos and last-minute decisions by having a clear plan for delegation, marketing, and finances.
• Spend money strategically and track your ROI to make informed decisions.
• Reevaluate your goals and priorities to align with your desired lifestyle and values.
• Recognize the work and investment required behind big income months.
• Plan for scalability and consider your capacity when setting income goals.
• Have a clear money plan to prepare for the unexpected and ensure financial stability.
• Start early with money planning to build a solid foundation for your business.
• Build friendships and connections with like-minded entrepreneurs for support and growth.

More about Tiffany Scarlett:

Tiffany is not your typical CFO. She’s like your marketing strategist + SMM + OBM, but with business money. Say "goodbye" to dreading money tasks and "welcome" to your new era of confident CEO. Creative heart with an MBA, she takes the inconsistent income months and create a consistent salary for you to spend more time creating and less time feeling like an imposter. 

Connect with  Tiffany Scarlett:

• Website: https://misstiffanyscarlett.com/ 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstiffanyscarlett/ 

Resources from this episode:

If you stress about inconsistent cash months and would like to know how to build a consistent salary, Tiffany has a free guide for you. Just head over to Tiffany's instagram: misstiffanyscarlett and DM her "CSGUIDE".

If you have a single question that you would like to ask a CFO, Tiffany hosts free coffee chats just to simply answer your questions. Head over to her Instagram and give her a follow!

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, I break down a client case study on scaling from 20K months to 100K months. The focus is on the three areas of the business: marketing, sales, and team. I share the importance of setting up systems and processes to support scaling, particularly when transitioning from live launching to an evergreen model. The marketing systems include content creation, DM funnels, and nurturing leads. The sales systems involve automations, personalization, and automated onboarding. The team systems emphasize hiring a client success manager, delegating responsibilities, and documenting processes.

Takeaways

• Setting up systems and processes is crucial for scaling a business.
• Transitioning from live launching to an evergreen model requires a focus on systems and automations.
• Marketing systems include content creation, DM funnels, and nurturing leads.
• Sales systems involve automations, personalization, and automated onboarding.
• Team systems require hiring dedicated support staff, delegating responsibilities, and documenting processes.

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Check out my free private podcast feed, Seven Figure Systems, where I share the biggest systems shifts you need behind the scenes as you scale from six to seven figures. 

Download Now: systems-with-sam.ck.page/seven-figure-systems

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about  

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

In this episode, Kayla Moran shares her journey from being a blogger to becoming a lawyer for influencers. She emphasizes the importance of taking the path less traveled and staying true to oneself. Kayla also discusses the challenges of balancing blogging and law school and the need for clarity and avoiding information overload. She highlights the importance of legal help for influencers, including the need for contracts, copyright protection, and trademark registration.

In this conversation, Kayla Moran shares insights on the legal aspects of running an influencer business. She emphasizes the importance of setting expectations and terms in business relationships, similar to building a relationship with clients. Kayla advises influencers to have contracts in place to protect their rights and ensure payment. She also highlights the benefits of having an LLC to separate personal and business assets. Additionally, Kayla discusses the need to legitimize and automate the business, as well as the importance of knowing and protecting your rights and brand. 

Takeaways

• Take the path less traveled and stay true to yourself.
• Balance your passions and prioritize your time.
• Avoid information overload and find clarity in your goals.
• Seek legal help to protect your rights as an influencer. Set clear expectations and terms in business relationships to avoid problems in the future.
• Have contracts in place to protect your rights and ensure payment in brand deals.
• Consider setting up an LLC to separate personal and business assets.
• Legitimize and automate your business to streamline processes and save time.
• Know your rights and protect your brand through trademarks and contracts.

More about Kayla Moran:

Kayla is a Miami-based influencer and lawyer for influencers. She is a 26-year-old entrepreneurial podcast host who is wellness-minded and loves to read, travel, and dance. 

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/

Connect with Kayla Moran:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylaaamorann 

Ready to start building scalable systems in your business? Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about 

In this episode, I share the importance of creating a systems ecosystem as you grow your business to seven figures and beyond. I explain that a systems ecosystem is the flow of backend processes that support each other and minimize friction in the business. The three main components of a systems ecosystem are marketing, sales, and team. I also chatted about the different stages of business (build, growth, and scale) and explained the focus and importance of systems in each stage.

Takeaways

• A systems ecosystem is the flow of backend processes that support each other and minimize friction in the business.
• The three main components of a systems ecosystem are marketing, sales, and team.
• In the build stage of business, the focus is on staying organized and figuring out what works.
• In the growth stage, systems become essential to handle the increased traction and multiple programs.
• In the scale stage, the focus shifts to creating a clear and intentional customer journey and relying more on the team.
• Creating systems and processes helps delegate and outsource tasks, building trust with the team.

Ready to start building seven figure systems in your business? Check out my free private podcast feed, Seven Figure Systems, where I share the biggest systems shifts you need behind the scenes as you scale from six to seven figures. 

Download Now: systems-with-sam.ck.page/seven-figure-systems

Get access to 10+ templates and resources, plus a live monthly training inside my free community The Systems Society. 

Join us now: https://www.skool.com/the-systems-society/about

Connect with Sam:

• Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services 
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/systemswithsam/ ​​
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwhiz/