Professionals and industry experts find their way into the coaching industry because of their expertise.

Coaching offers these professionals an opportunity to turn their knowledge into a thriving business setting them on the path to entrepreneurship.

Expertise makes you a fantastic coach with the ability to almost guarantee results for your clients, but without systems and processes supporting your business, The chances of you sustaining as an entrepreneur are LOW.

The client experience is crucial and begins from the moment they encounter your brand. If done correctly, the relationship will continue well after you deliver on your services (#helloreferrals)

In today's episode of, She Turned Entrepreneur, we're talking about all things operations. To help me bring this episode to life, I'm interviewing Operations Consultant Nneka Roberts.

As the founder of Sage Simple Solutions, she brings her 20 years of experience building systems for global giants like IBM, Wells Fargo, and Assurant, to name a few. Nowadays, you can find her helping seven-figure digital entrepreneurs create smart, sexy workflows and systems and tools that make the ultimate client experience.

Here are the top takeaways from the conversation:

● Expertise in your field can only take you so far in business. The key to obtaining the dream lifestyle of more time and freedom Depends heavily on your ability to implement systems and processes that lead to predictable outcomes.

● "Your habits are your first set of systems," says Nneka. This is why before you decide to invest in a system or hire your first employee, you should have a clear understanding of your framework. Once that is done, you can create strategies and workflows based on your framework.

● In addition to systems in your business, it is essential for entrepreneurs to remain flexible and not be so rigid.

Here's a quick look into the episode:

● [00:03:20]Get to know Nneka Roberts and learn how she turned her expertise into a thriving business

● [00:04:05] Nneka is no stranger to the outline world here she shares how she launched her first company during the .com boom

● [00:06:28] Many industry experts want to know how to monetize their expertise - Nneka explains how she did it.

● [00:08:31] "Systems are an act of self-love" Nneka explains what that means and what every business owner can do to "love" themselves more

● [00:11:02]The 80/20% rule for systems - how to remove yourself from 80% of your business

● [00:12:27] Need a system in your business? Nneka shares her framework for:

Defining entry points

On-boarding clients

Delivering work

Off-boarding clients

● [00:18:08] Is it possible to create a system for work/life and balance - we think so. Tune in as Nneka explains how she makes time for work and play.

● [00:21:35] Advice for new entrepreneurs on getting organized, establishing routines, and creating boundaries in their business.

● [00:24:49] "Habits are your first set of systems" - listen as Nneka explains what this powerful statement means.

About Nneka and Sage Simple Solutions:

Nneka helps coaches and creatives free up their time to make more money and do the work they love by designing systems that flow as smooth as buttah on a hot biscuit.