Work The System

In this episode, Sam Carpenter and Josh Fonger emphasize the significance of working procedures in business transformation and the need for courage and a systematic approach.  The conversation delves into the following essential themes:

How the implementation of working procedures shifts businesses from chaos to control and profitability.

The vital role of employees in crafting and maintaining working procedures. 

Determining critical processes that require documented procedures and striking a balance between systemization and flexibility.

How to avoid the “hero’s trap” by empowering employees.

In this podcast episode, Sam Carpenter and Josh Fonger discuss the importance of taking control of your business and documenting clear General Operating Principles.  Sam shares insights from his book, Work the System: The Simple Mechanics of Making More and Working Less and highlights the simplicity and effectiveness of his methodology. If you’re looking to transform your business and achieve greater freedom, this podcast provides valuable guidance and actionable steps to get you started.

In this episode, we discussed:

 

Implementing General Operating Principles

Taking control of your business

The importance of courage in decision-making

Creating a clear direction and structure for your team

In this podcast episode, Ryan Ryan discusses the importance of building effective systems for business success. He shares his experience with using visual boards and lean management principles to manage projects and tasks.  Ryan's boutique firm offers tailored solutions and back-office support to clients, showcasing the power of implementing a comprehensive "systems-based" operating system.

In this episode, we discussed:

Ryan's journey from working long hours to achieving greater freedom and flexibility in his life.

How Ryan applied the principles from the book Work the System to his own businesses, creating order, peace of mind, and transferability.

Utilizing technology for cross-listing and cardboard systems to make standard work accessible and easy to follow.

In this episode Sam explains the many benefits of having a Strategic Objective and how you can create one yourself.

In this show we discuss:

How to create your Strategic Objective

How to apply your Strategic Objective to manage your business

What you can do today to finally get control

Note: Connect with Sam Carpenter directly to receive his latest content by clicking here: www.workthesytem.com

In this episode of the Work the System podcast, host Josh Fonger introduces Tim Nevitt, a seasoned Business Systems Professional consultant with a unique approach to simplifying business challenges.

In this episode, we discussed:

Tim’s journey from discovering the power of systems to becoming a catalyst for change in small businesses.

The importance of clarity and simplification in tackling common pain points within businesses.

Tim’s knack for finding missing puzzle pieces to optimize business operations.

In this episode Dawn Robles, founder of Simple Productivity, discusses how small business owners can maximize their productivity through customized solutions based on the Work the System methodology. Dawn's background in project evaluation and organizing systems led her to start her own organizing company before shifting her focus to coaching and consulting for small businesses.

In this episode we discuss: 

 Understanding underlying systems and habits that drive productivity

 The role of consultants and coaches in helping business owners achieve their goals

 Time management skills and key business processes

Note: Dawn Robles is also a WTS Certified Business Systems Professional

For most business owners, their goal is to become as large as possible. But is that really the right end goal? According to Lee LeFever, you don’t have to have a big business to be successful.

 

In this episode Lee LeFever --- CEO of Common Craft --- Explains the benefits of staying small and simple. In the past, Lee has had many opportunities to double or triple the size of his business, Common Craft, but chose not to. He stayed small and provided for himself and his wife with relative ease as he maximized success in his small, but efficient business.

 

In this episode we discuss: 

How to have success in a small business (that stays small)

Building a business that revolves around your life

Passive Income

 

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In this episode Joseph Frasko, owner of Aurora Capital Group, explains the techniques for growing a valuable business while making time for things outside of work. Joseph has 30 plus years of hands-on experience in multiple startups and exits, as well as C-level executive experience in over a dozen companies. Joseph will help you walk the path of success by conquering process, people, technology, and data.

In this episode we discuss: 

How to extract a business owner from the day-to-day

Building a business that revolves around your life

Increasing business value

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#smallbusinessowner 

#smallbusinesstips 

#smallbusinesssupport 

#bsmallbusinesstips 

#bsmallbusinessmarketing 

#smallbusinesscommunity 

#smallbusinessdevelopment 

#smallbusinessdesign 

#smallbusinesseveryday

 #smallbusinessgoals

Making an ad is one thing, but making a successful ad is another. Not only does it take long hours of brainstorming, but it can be difficult to pinpoint what is making it work. According to Brian Gregory, people only buy products if they appeal emotionally. 

In this episode Brian Gregory -- CEO of Admanity -- Explains the secret to making a successful advertisement.

Brian is the CEO and founder of admanity.com. If you ever wished that a professional ad agency would coach you about your brand, but found out you couldn't afford it, you're going to enjoy this episode. Admanity has created a breakthrough emotional algorithm that can instantly give any business the advertising strategies, tactics and formulas that will sell it most effectively in the market without the high cost of hiring an agency.

I just had the opportunity to interview Sam Carpenter for this week’s podcast episode.

In this episode Sam explains the many benefits of living life with the Systems Mindset and how you can get it too.

In this show we discuss:

How to get the Systems Mindset

Applying the Systems Mindset to your work

Applying the Systems Mindset to your personal life