🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I share a powerful success story from my business journey, highlighting how I leveraged a fantastic course from Pat Flynn's Smart Passive Income to enhance my podcast. Faced with the challenge of limited time to implement new strategies, I delegated the task to my virtual assistant, who took the initiative to upskill and apply the knowledge gained from the course. 

The results have been remarkable, with our podcast downloads nearly doubling in just a couple of months. I discuss the importance of outsourcing and delegation, and how empowering my team to take ownership of their learning has not only improved our podcast but also boosted my confidence in our content creation process. 

Stick around to the end for a special link to access the framework my assistant developed, which can help you elevate your podcasting efforts!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Outsourcing for Efficiency: Delegating tasks to virtual assistants or team members can free up time for business owners to focus on strategic activities, allowing them to implement knowledge gained from courses or resources without the burden of doing it all themselves.

💡 Utilising Existing Resources: Leveraging courses and training from trusted sources, such as industry leaders, can provide valuable insights and frameworks that can be directly applied to improve business operations, such as enhancing podcast performance.

💡 Continuous Improvement: Regularly auditing and assessing the effectiveness of implemented strategies is crucial. This not only helps in tracking progress but also reinforces the value of training and development efforts.

💡 Encouraging Staff Development: Investing in the training of team members not only enhances their skill sets but also increases their engagement and motivation, ultimately leading to better business outcomes.

💡 Measuring Impact: Creating reports to evaluate the results of implemented strategies helps in understanding the effectiveness of training and encourages team members to continue seeking improvement and innovation in their roles.

BEST MOMENTS

00:11 - 💬 “The challenge that I face and most business owners I speak to face is not the lack of knowledge, it's the lack of time to implement that knowledge.”

03:48 - 💬 “And that is what delegation is all about. It's about getting other people to do the stuff that you really want to do, but just don't find the time to do.”

07:49 - 💬 “If you aren't currently struggling to get all the stuff you wish you could do in your business done, then find an influencer, find a course, a thought leader, find somebody who you know, like and trust already.”

09:04 - 💬 “Training is one of the most important ways for you to A, build up your skill set in your team and B, make sure that you are getting the biggest value you possibly can from those people.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Podcast Improvement with Smart Passive Income

06:36 Outsourcing Content

07:17 Delegating Training for Business Growth

10:36 “Initiate Team Course Implementation”

VALUABLE RESOURCES

• Our Best Guides, Frameworks, and Templates: https://sys.academy/guides

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I share a personal experience that one of our community members faced when two of her virtual assistants unexpectedly disappeared. It was a stark reminder of the challenges we all encounter in managing remote teams. 

I delve into the importance of building strong relationships with our team members, emphasising the need to hire based on shared values and to create an environment where trust and communication thrive. I discuss practical steps for onboarding, providing feedback, and fostering connections among team members, all aimed at minimising the impact of sudden departures. 

By the end of the episode, I hope to equip you with actionable strategies to not only retain your team but also to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and motivated to contribute.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Hiring Based on Values: When hiring virtual assistants or employees, prioritise aligning their core values and work ethic with your business's values. This alignment can help prevent future issues and create a more cohesive work environment.

💡 Effective Onboarding: A professional onboarding process sets a positive tone for new hires. Ensuring they have everything they need from day one can foster a sense of belonging and commitment to the business.

💡 Regular One-on-One Meetings: Conducting weekly one-on-one meetings fosters open communication, allowing employees to share their thoughts and concerns. This practice helps build trust and provides insights into any challenges they may be facing.

💡 Daily Stand-Up Meetings: Implementing daily stand-up meetings encourages team members to share their daily goals and challenges. This fosters connection among remote workers, helping to combat feelings of isolation and build a supportive team culture.

💡 Facilitating Peer Relationships: Encourage collaboration among team members on projects. By allowing them to work together independently, you help them build relationships that can enhance loyalty and commitment to the team and the business.

BEST MOMENTS

00:36 - 💬 “People will come and go. There are things we can do before people arrive, while they're there, and after they've gone to minimise the impact on us as a business and also our personal feelings behind it as well.”

01:55 - 💬 “Her question was, what can I do next time to make sure this minimises the chance of this happening again? Rather than putting blame on either herself or actually on the person, it's actually thinking forward.”

05:21 - 💬 “We just want to actually feel like we're making a difference. So when we give people the opportunity to do that, it can make them more loyal to us as a business.”

10:07 - 💬 “That's what most good employees want to hear. They want to actually improve, they want to know that they are actually making a difference, they want to know that their jobs are safe as well, they want to feel secure.”

14:02 - 💬 “It's super important in my opinion to try to connect your remote team members together to work to start building a relationship between each other.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Building Trust Beyond Transactions

03:50 Align, Onboard, Invest for Success

09:06 “Valuable Weekly Staff Check-Ins”

12:31 Trust-Building Through Collaboration

15:46 Building a Loyal Team Environment

16:56 Ensuring Work Continuity Steps

VALUABLE RESOURCES

• Free access to our flagship RECRUIT RIGHT Framework

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I dive into a common frustration many business owners face: team members bringing problems without proposing solutions. Over the years, I've developed a framework called the ‘Ideas Over Issues’ Framework, which has transformed how my staff approaches challenges. I share the importance of empowering employees to think critically and take ownership of their actions, rather than relying on me for answers. 

By implementing this framework, we’ve improved the efficiency of our meetings and fostered a culture of proactive problem-solving. I also provide a real-life example from a recent meeting to illustrate how this approach works in practice. Plus, I offer a free downloadable resource to help you integrate this framework into your own business. 

Join me as we explore how to cultivate a team of independent thinkers who can drive your business forward!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Empower Staff to Think Independently: Encourage team members to come up with their own solutions rather than just presenting problems. This fosters a culture of critical thinking and accountability.

💡 Implement the ‘Ideas Over Issues Framework’: Use a structured approach where team members present issues along with potential solutions and any relevant checks they have performed. This streamlines meetings and enhances productivity.

💡 Encourage Ownership of Actions: When discussing proposed solutions, managers should guide team members to take responsibility for their actions without taking over the decision-making process. This helps build confidence and independence.

💡 Provide Constructive Feedback: If a proposed solution raises concerns, managers should ask for deeper analysis rather than simply rejecting the idea. This encourages further thought and refinement of solutions.

💡 Utilise Real-Life Examples: Sharing specific instances of how the framework has been successfully applied can illustrate its effectiveness and motivate team members to adopt the approach in their own problem-solving efforts.

BEST MOMENTS

02:24 - 💬 “If the culture in the business is simply to bring that problem to the table and expect somebody else to answer it, it's super inefficient and it's totally unscalable.”

04:24 - 💬 “We can empower and train our staff to become those great thinkers, those great solvers of problems, the people that are the most valuable in the business.”

06:03 - 💬 “The idea of the 'Ideas Over Issues' framework is to give people a mechanism to force them to actually think of the next step before they bring an issue.”

10:31 - 💬 “Even if it wasn't a great solution in the end, we still encourage them by actually complimenting them on taking action and coming up with a solution themselves and actually pushing it forward without having that total certainty it was going to work.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Empower Teams to Solve Problems

05:58 “Ideas Over Issues for Solutions”

07:15 “Efficient Problem-Solving Framework”

13:20 Framework Download for Business Improvement

VALUABLE RESOURCES

• Our Best Guides, Frameworks, and Templates: https://sys.academy/guides

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

🎙 In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Scott Anderson, a mental therapist and serial entrepreneur who has navigated the challenging waters of burnout himself. As someone who has also faced the pressures of entrepreneurship, I resonated deeply with Scott's insights on the common struggles we face, including stress, exhaustion, and the feeling of being trapped in our work. 

Scott shared his journey of recovery and the powerful techniques he now uses to help others break free from the vicious cycles of burnout. We explored the importance of recognising our role in our burnout, the necessity of finding joy in our lives, and how to reclaim our time for the things we love. 

This conversation was not only enlightening but also filled with hope, as Scott emphasised that life beyond burnout can be incredibly fulfilling. I genuinely enjoyed our discussion and believe it will resonate with anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed in their entrepreneurial journey.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Understanding Burnout: Burnout is often self-inflicted, stemming from the pressures and expectations that entrepreneurs place on themselves. Recognising that one is contributing to their burnout is a crucial first step in recovery.

💡 Energy Recovery Techniques: Instead of postponing recovery until vacations or weekends, it's essential to address stress in the moment. Techniques like the R&R method can help individuals acknowledge and release stress immediately, promoting better energy management.

💡 Identifying What You Love: Entrepreneurs often neglect their passions and interests in pursuit of success. Implementing a “Guiding Principle System” can help individuals rediscover what they love and integrate those activities into their lives, leading to a more fulfilling existence.

💡 Focus on Superpowers: Many entrepreneurs spend excessive time on tasks that others could do better or faster. By identifying and concentrating on their unique strengths or “superpowers,” they can achieve greater impact in less time, allowing for a healthier work-life balance.

💡 Community Support: Engaging with a community of like-minded individuals can provide encouragement and hope. Sharing experiences and challenges with others who understand the journey can help break the isolation often felt during recovery from burnout.

BEST MOMENTS

00:01 - 💬 “Worry, stress, and ultimately burnout are unfortunately pretty common with us entrepreneurs.” — Steve Day

04:33 - 💬 “The reason that I do it is that I damn near died of my own burnout.” — Scott Anderson

13:34 - 💬 “The World Health Organization says that burnout is, literally defined as unsustained and unrelieved extreme stress.” — Scott Anderson

15:53 - 💬 “Burnout is actually addiction. The dopamine kick we get from the overwork, from that status of feeling like “The person I am is the person who works harder than anyone else I know. That's who I am. That's the status I've created for myself.”, and that becomes addictive.” — Steve Day

20:51 - 💬 “We have to be able to learn how to relax and really more than that, to just very briefly and gently be with the stress that we're feeling.”  — Scott Anderson

43:44 - 💬 “Success, I think really means to be able to be useful.”  — Scott Anderson

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Overcoming Entrepreneurial Burnout

04:05 Escaping Burnout: A Personal Revelation

07:39 Balancing Work and Family Pressures

11:22 “Success Mindset Limits and Growth”

16:07 Addictive Self-Status and Change

18:56 Chemistry of Success and Stress

23:42 Rethinking Work through True North

28:09 Mindfulness Discovery: Simple Stress Awareness

30:33 Releasing Stress for Burnout Relief

32:53 ADHD: Managing Hyperfocus Challenges

36:06 Life Beyond Burnout: Unimaginably Better

40:49 Creative AI Applications in Business

43:14 “Sharing Wisdom for a Fulfilled Life”

VALUABLE RESOURCES

• Steve Day:
• Free access to our flagship DIDACT Framework

• The Burnout Breakthrough Process: www.burnoutbreakthrough.com

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

• Website: https://doubledareyou.us/

ABOUT THE GUEST

Scott Anderson is the founder and CEO of Doubledare Executive Coaching and Consulting and is a licensed mental health therapist. He has been featured in both Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazines, and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and high-performance executives break through painful plateaus and achieve even higher levels of success and fulfilment at work and at home.

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I dive into a topic that hit home for me: the importance of backing up your task management app. As someone who relies heavily on Asana to run my business, the thought of losing access to it is absolutely terrifying. 

I share my experience of a staff member accidentally deleting a project and how that incident sparked my mission to find a reliable and affordable backup solution. I discuss the app we use, ProBackup, and how it simplifies the backup process and helps keep costs down by minimising the data stored in our task management system. 

Throughout the episode, I provide tips on effectively managing your data and ensuring that your business remains protected, allowing you to sleep better at night knowing that everything is backed up. If you're looking to safeguard your business and streamline your operations, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won't want to miss!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Importance of Backing Up Task Management Apps: Losing access to a task management app can be devastating for a business, as it often contains critical information about projects, tasks, and team communication.

💡 ProBackup as a Solution: ProBackup is recommended as an effective and user-friendly backup solution for various task management apps. This allows users to back up their data easily and affordably.

💡 Cost-Effective Data Management: To minimise backup costs, it's advised to store large files (like documents and media) in cloud storage services (e.g., Google Drive) and link them in the task management app, reducing the amount of data that needs to be backed up.

💡 Notification Features: ProBackup offers notifications for deleted projects or tasks. As a result, users will have peace of mind, allowing them to quickly recover lost data without extensive searching or contacting support.

💡 Additional Tools for Efficiency: Utilising tools like Fathom for meeting recordings and iDrive for cloud storage can further reduce overall storage costs and streamline data management, ensuring that backups remain affordable and efficient.

BEST MOMENTS

00:32 - 💬 “Without having access to my task management, literally, I wouldn't really have a business. And so that's pretty terrifying.”

00:52 - 💬 “How to back up your entire task management software to protect your business and to just be able to sleep better at night knowing that actually even if something terrible happens either maliciously or accidentally or the app just goes down and you lose your access to your account for whatever reason, you have a means and a way to access that data and restore it so you can continue functioning as a business.”

01:22 - 💬 “When you start looking at backup solutions, they often get really expensive, but there are smart ways to use your task management app to keep your cost down to an absolute minimum.”

09:58 - 💬 “The cost of actually creating a robust, usable backup that's easy to access, easy to restore stuff for me is an absolute no-brainer.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Cost-Effective Backup Solutions Guide

05:07 Efficient Data Storage Strategy

07:15 ProBackup's Advantage Over Asana Notifications

10:33 Maximise Storage Efficiency Tips

VALUABLE RESOURCES

• Our Recommended Apps
• Apps/Tools discussed in the episode:
• ProBackup (7 days free trial + 30% off first 3 months)
• iDrive (7 days free trial)
• Listen to the SYS Podcast about iDrive
• Fathom AI Notetaker (3 months free premium)
• Listen to the SYS Podcast about Fathom

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

🎙 In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kasper Sierslev, the Chief Commercial and Creative Officer of Zite Agency and author of the insightful book “Incredible”. We dove deep into the concept of in-house marketing agencies and explored how this model can be beneficial, especially for micro business owners like myself who may feel overwhelmed by traditional marketing approaches. 

Kasper shared his journey from working in creative advertising to building in-house teams that truly understand a brand's essence. We discussed practical strategies for leveraging limited resources, including freelancers and AI tools, to streamline marketing efforts without breaking the bank. 

I found our conversation incredibly enlightening, especially when Kasper emphasised the importance of creativity and consistency in marketing. He also shared fantastic tips on collaborating with creative professionals to generate fresh ideas effectively. 

If you're looking to enhance your marketing strategy while maintaining control over your brand's voice, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won't want to miss!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 In-House Agency Model: The in-house agency model allows companies to have their own marketing teams within the organisation. So, this leads to a better understanding of the brand and customer behaviour, ultimately resulting in more effective marketing strategies.

💡 Focus on Creativity and Consistency: It's essential to trust in creativity and focus on producing a few high-quality marketing pieces rather than overwhelming audiences with numerous posts. Additionally, consistency in messaging and branding is key to building recognition and engagement.

💡 Utilising Freelancers and AI: Small business owners can benefit from hiring freelancers for specific tasks and leveraging AI tools to automate repetitive processes. As a result, this approach allows for scaling marketing efforts without needing a full-time team.

💡 Periodic Strategy Sessions: Engaging with creative professionals for periodic brainstorming sessions can help business owners overcome tunnel vision and generate fresh ideas. Moreover, this collaborative approach can lead to innovative solutions and improved marketing strategies.

💡 Learning and Training in Creativity: Creativity can be developed as a skill through practice and learning. Business owners are encouraged to read and explore methods for generating ideas, which can enhance their marketing efforts and overall business success.

BEST MOMENTS

00:31 - 💬 “Use professional agencies to give you strategic support on a very limited basis to keep the cost down, and then utilise places like The Philippines or Vietnam to actually get some of the work done.” — Steve Day

03:39 - 💬 “Amazed by how you could influence a lot more by knowing all the brand details and the customer behaviour.” — Kasper Sierslev

04:47 - 💬 “In-House Agency is an advertising agency or a digital agency that lives within the walls of the company.” — Kasper Sierslev

36:42 - 💬 “Creativity is a habit. It's not something that happens while you're in the shower. It's something you can train and learn.” — Kasper Sierslev

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Marketing Insights and Strategies

05:17 In-House Creative Shift Trends

07:39 “In-House vs. External Marketing Dilemma”

12:00 Streamline Social Media Production

16:50 Scaling Creativity with AI Automation

18:32 AI Integration Alters Job Roles

21:49 Creative Strategy Sessions for Teams

25:16 “Marketing Help Cost Concerns”

30:25 Consistency's Impact on Brand Success

33:33 Creativity Over Costly Social Ads

35:45 Effective Headline Strategy Exploration

38:23 “Learning Marketing Through Experience”

43:39 Jazz Standards and Creative Process

44:05 Automating Mundane Tasks

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

• Website: https://zite.agency/

ABOUT THE GUEST

Kasper Sierslev is an award-winning marketer, author, and creative strategist with over 20 years of experience in the advertising industry. He has collaborated with global brands, leading creative teams and shaping impactful campaigns. Currently, Kasper serves as the Chief Commercial and Creative Officer at Zite Agency, a performance marketing firm specialising in scaling brands through paid advertising and conversion-optimised creative. He is also the author of “Incredible” and frequently shares his expertise as a keynote speaker at marketing events.

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I dive into a game-changing feature of the Fathom AI Notetaker app that has completely transformed how I conduct my meetings. As someone with a terrible memory, I often found myself struggling to recall important details from past conversations, which could make or break a deal or connection. 

However, after using Fathom for over a year, I recently discovered its “Ask Fathom” feature, which allows me to access previous meeting summaries and even ask questions about them in real time during calls. This has made me feel more professional and engaged, and significantly boosted my confidence in my interactions with clients and staff. 

I share my experiences and tips on leveraging this tool effectively, and I encourage you to check it out for yourself.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Importance of Meeting Summaries: Having a succinct summary of previous meetings readily available can significantly enhance engagement and professionalism during current meetings, making it easier to recall key details and personal comments.

💡 Fathom's Unique Features: The Fathom AI Notetaker app includes a desktop widget that alerts users to upcoming meetings and provides quick access to previous meeting summaries, which can be opened with a single click.

💡 “Ask Fathom” Functionality: This feature allows users to interact with meeting transcripts in a conversational manner, enabling them to ask specific questions and receive concise answers based on past discussions, which aids in maintaining focus during calls.

💡 Prompt Engineering for Sales Calls: By utilising frameworks like "Punt with a Q," users can create tailored prompts to summarise sales call transcripts effectively, allowing for a more structured and efficient follow-up process.

💡 Enhanced Confidence and Professionalism: Using Fathom transforms the way meetings are conducted, leading to increased confidence and a higher level of service provided to clients and staff, as users can easily reference past conversations and action points.

BEST MOMENTS

04:35 - 💬 “I can pull up any call I've had with a particular person or meeting type. I can click on the meeting, open it up, and then ask Fathom about anything related to that meeting. And therefore, I've got basically every meeting I've had with that particular person at my fingertips.”

08:04 - 💬 “That has transformed the way I perform in calls and my confidence. I actually remember what was said. I'm actually engaging with this person on a totally different level now.”

09:22 - 💬 “To me, it's an absolute no-brainer and is money well spent.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 “Fathom: Meeting Memory Game-Changer”

05:15 Seamless Sales Call Framework

08:36 “Revolutionise Meetings with Fathom”

VALUABLE RESOURCES

• Fathom AI Notetaker Affiliate Link: https://sys.academy/tools

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I dive into the incredible capabilities of ChatGPT's voice mode and how it has transformed the way I interact with technology. I share my personal experiences of using voice conversations to brainstorm ideas, conduct research, and streamline my workflow, all while going about my daily activities. 

Whether I'm walking home after dropping off my kids or tackling DIY projects in the garden, I find that having a natural conversation with ChatGPT allows me to explore concepts and gather insights effortlessly. I also discuss the importance of prompting ChatGPT to challenge my ideas, ensuring that I don't just reinforce my own beliefs. 

If you haven't tried out voice mode yet, I encourage you to check it out—it's a game-changer for anyone looking to enhance their productivity and creativity!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Voice Mode in ChatGPT: The new voice mode feature allows users to interact with ChatGPT using natural speech. It feels as easy as having a conversation with a colleague. This enhances accessibility and usability, especially for those who prefer speaking over typing.

💡 Efficiency in Business Tasks: Entrepreneurs can leverage voice mode to brainstorm ideas, conduct research, and summarise information while multitasking, such as during walks or other activities. This can significantly increase productivity and save time.

💡 Continuous Learning and Reference: Conversations with ChatGPT are saved in the chat thread. This allows users to revisit previous discussions and references. This feature helps in maintaining continuity in projects and ensures that valuable insights are easily accessible.

💡 Challenging Ideas: While ChatGPT is designed to assist and provide information, users should prompt it to challenge their beliefs and ideas to avoid reinforcing biases. This can lead to more robust discussions and better decision-making.

💡 Practical Applications: Voice mode can be used for various tasks, including researching topics, summarising key takeaways from books, and developing content for courses. This versatility makes it a valuable tool for entrepreneurs looking to enhance their business strategies.

BEST MOMENTS

00:01 - 💬 “Voice mode in ChatGPT has changed the game. It's made ChatGPT so usable, so accessible, so easy and effortless that interacting with it becomes as easy as speaking to a colleague over a Zoom call.”

03:35 - 💬 “It's just like having an incredibly intelligent business partner, somebody you can literally just bounce ideas off, get a second opinion, explore other areas.”

05:06 - 💬 “Using the voice in combination with actually uploading documents and actually then interacting with it is like super powerful as well and allows me to just be more natural in the way that I'm thinking.”

07:22 - 💬 “If you go to the OpenAI Help, so it's got help.openai.com, and search for Voice Mode FAQ, it'll tell you everything you need to know about getting set up and started with it.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Digital Assistant Enhances Productivity

04:00 Prompt ChatGPT for Challenging Ideas

07:10 “Try ChatGPT's Voice Mode”

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I delve into a topic that has been weighing heavily on my mind: the balance between entrepreneurship and family life. Drawing from my own experiences as a business owner and a father, I reflect on the pressures to sacrifice time with loved ones in pursuit of success. 

I share my journey of realising that true fulfilment comes not from relentless work but from being present for my family. I discuss the importance of redefining success on my own terms, prioritising quality time with my kids, and the lessons I've learned about the long-term impact of our choices as parents. 

Join me as I challenge the conventional mindset that glorifies hustle at the expense of family, and encourage you to rethink your priorities for a more balanced and rewarding life.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Reevaluating Success: It's important to redefine what success means, especially for entrepreneurs with families. Instead of striving for rapid growth and financial milestones, focus on creating a balance that allows for quality time with loved ones.

💡 The Impact of Time on Relationships: The early years with children are crucial for building strong bonds. Neglecting family time for work can lead to long-term relationship issues, as children may not remember the sacrifices made but will feel the emotional impact.

💡 Mindset Shift: Transitioning from a work-centric mindset to one that values family and personal fulfilment can be challenging. It requires a conscious effort to find joy and satisfaction outside of professional achievements.

💡 Influencer Responsibility: Influencers and coaches should be mindful of the advice they give, particularly regarding family sacrifices. Encouraging a work-first mentality can have detrimental effects on family dynamics and children's perceptions of business ownership.

💡 Balancing Priorities: Managing a business and raising children simultaneously is demanding. Entrepreneurs must make compromises and recognise that they cannot operate at the same pace as those without family obligations, ensuring they allocate time and energy effectively to both areas.

BEST MOMENTS

00:50 - 💬 “We need to get away from this point of growth for the sake of growth and scaling for the sake of scaling. We've got to actually start living today and enjoying the life we have, not the life we may get in the future.”

09:57 - 💬 “I just redefined the timeline for success. I work hard enough to be able to generate money to support my family, but I'm no longer striving to be a multimillionaire by the end of the year.”

11:25 - 💬 “I'm not just a business owner anymore. I'm a business owner, a dad, a husband, and a friend. And all of those things are super important.”

12:03 - 💬 “All I want in life is my kids to be happy and to become brilliant parents themselves. And if I can't do that now, if I can't give them the time and support and the guidance and the love that they need right now in order to achieve that, then why did I bother having kids in the first place?”

13:19 - 💬 “Make sure you've got the time and energy to do both well enough so you don't regret it later in life.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Reevaluating Success: Balance Over Sacrifice

04:10 Rethinking Business Priorities

08:08 Early Bonding Beats Later Involvement

11:50 Inspire Kids with Love Now

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.

🎙 In this episode of Systemize Your Success, I dive deep into the importance of understanding ourselves and our unique wiring to build businesses that align with our highest values and create meaningful impact. Reflecting on my own journey, I share how my experiences, particularly with ADHD, have shaped my superpower in creating systems and processes that help others overcome their challenges. 

I discuss the significance of redefining self-worth beyond financial success and emphasise the value of presence and joy in our lives. Through my reflections and insights gained from working with incredible coaches, I encourage you to embark on your own journey of self-discovery and transformation, highlighting the ripple effects our work can have on the world. 

Join me as I explore how we can leverage our strengths to serve others and create a life filled with freedom and purpose.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Understanding Self-Worth: It's essential to recognise that self-worth should not be solely tied to business success or financial wealth. True worth comes from the joy, freedom, and meaningful impact one can create in their personal and professional life.

💡 The Importance of Presence: Being fully present in the moment, especially with family and loved ones, enhances personal fulfilment. It contributes to a more profound sense of happiness and self-worth.

💡 Transformational Coaching: The journey of self-discovery and overcoming personal challenges can become a superpower that enables one to help others. Moreover, sharing personal experiences can inspire hope and motivate clients to pursue their own transformations.

💡 Redefining Business Goals: Business objectives should align with personal values, such as freedom and impact, rather than just focusing on revenue or client numbers. A business should facilitate personal freedom while also creating a positive impact for clients.

💡 Rewiring the Mind: Individuals can change their internal conditioning and thought patterns through practices like meditation and reflection. This can lead to a better future for themselves and those around them. It also creates ripple effects that extend to the wider world.

BEST MOMENTS

00:16 - 💬 “We need to have a deep understanding of ourselves, of the way our brains work, of why we're good at doing certain things and how we can use that superpower to help other people.”

04:16 - 💬 “The worth that I have needs to be hinged on the joy that I feel, the freedom that I have as my highest value, the time I spend with presence and purpose with my family.”

05:17 - 💬 “What I do in the world has an impact far greater than I ever imagined.”

11:10 - 💬 “Sometimes it's the pausing. And for me, I've really paused for about a year now, trying to figure this stuff out.”

12:41 - 💬 “We can rewire who we are, we can change the conditioning we have built up over the entirety of our lives.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 “Redefining Success: Freedom Over Wealth”

05:19 “Presence and Impact on Life's Worth”

08:00 ADHD: Turning Challenges into Superpower

11:25 “Clarifying Purpose and Coaching Impact”

LINKS TO CONNECT WITH THE HOST

• Podcast: https://www.systemizeyoursuccess.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Steve used to be a slave to his business, but moving to Sweden in 2015 forced him to change how he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely. After totally nailing this concept, he spent his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve has been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants.

Most business owners feel overwhelmed because they don’t know how to create systems or get the right help.

Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money.