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 …

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 lo…

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 compr…

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…

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 importanc…

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 c…

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 dou…

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 s…

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 successf…

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…

In this episode, Demir Bentley -- CEO of Life Hack Method -- Explains how to arrange your week to be as productive as possible. On the show we discuss: How to “Win Your Week” Keys for planning a successful week Personal life systems #productivitytips #productivityhacks #productivityhabits #productivityawaits #aproductivitymonth #aproductivitybook #…

In this episode, Erin Longmoon --- CEO of Zephyr Recruiting --- Explains the processes for matching the right employees with the right businesses. We discuss: The process for finding the “right fit” employees Interviewing tactics When to let employees goBy Erin Longmoon & Josh Fonger

Cold calling is often overlooked by most business owners. However, Wendy Weiss believes in using all the tools available to acquire potential clients, and cold calling is a sharp one! In this episode, Wendy Weiss - a sales trainer and coach - explains an effective method to make connections with clients. After moving to New York to become a profess…

Growing a small business becomes more difficult by the year. Now simply maintaining a small business can be a struggle. But Stephen King knows that if a business owner knows what the driving forces behind a business are, that same business owner will make better decisions and ultimately change their company for the better. In this episode Stephen K…

Conducting sales is a diverse field with many techniques being used by different salesmen. It can be difficult to find the best way to conduct sales, but Jeremy Demerchant, a professional salesman, has developed a solid system to enhance sales dramatically. In this episode Jeremy Demerchant -- CEO of Permission To Sell Consulting Group -- Explains …

Public speaking and effective communication are the keys to growing your business in a cost-effective way. Pat Quinn — one of the nation’s top presentation coaches — gives tips on public speaking for business owners. Pat delves into the whys and hows of connecting with an audience and leading them toward a particular course of action through public…

Keeping track of unpaid accounts is a necessity and it does not have to be overly complex. In this episode, Matt McFedries --- CEO of Debtor Daddy -- Explains how to use software to easily account for the debtors of any business. In this episode we discuss: The Common Mistakes People Make When Accounting How to Fix Those Mistakes Efficient Accounti…

While it’s important to build systems in your business, running them all manually can be expensive and time-consuming. According to Chris Davis, the answer lies in automating your small business systems. In this episode, Chris Davis — founder and Chief Automation Officer of Automation Bridge — explains what you need to automate in your small busine…

So many businesses fail to think about how to improve workplace culture when planning for growth. According to company culture, expert Tristan White, your company’s ethos and values are the glue that binds your whole operation together. Tristan White — founder and CEO of The Physio Co — generously outlines the systems that helped him to win “Austra…

While being second-in-command means supporting the leader, it’s often difficult to understand where you fit in. According to Joshua Hudson, a second-in-command needs to build robust systems that support the leader’s vision to identify which ideas are viable and which need to be passed over. Joshua Hudson — CMO of I Build Your Brand — explains how h…

Sales isn’t just about making a conversion. According to Mitch Axelrod, it’s a holistic process of attracting, converting, and keeping customers. In this episode, Mitch Axelrod — CEO of The New Game of Selling — gives expert tips on how to improve your sales process by leveraging relationships with your existing client base. Author of The New Game …

If you want to dramatically scale your business, it’s no use sticking to the same tactics you’re using now. According to Bill Gallagher, businesses that want to scale tenfold need to rethink everything. In this episode, Bill Gallagher — founder of Scaling Coach — explains how you scale your business exponentially by changing your mindset to growth.…

When it comes to business finances, financial statements are misleading. According to Jeff Prager, entrepreneurs should be focusing on cash flow. In this episode, Jeff Prager — nicknamed the “King of Cash Flow” — gives his Seven-Figure Funnel System that helps businesses get a handle on their financials. Founder of Cash Flow Engineering, Jeff helps…

Since each and every person in your company has a unique set of skills and abilities, wouldn’t it make sense to delegate tasks in a manner that effectively optimizes those unique qualities? Shannon Waller, top business strategy coach, says that the success of your business lays within the framework of your team. If you can identify what each member…

Documenting procedures can be a laborious task. Not only does it take a lot of time, you probably find that your staff all document procedures in different ways. According to Owen McGab Enaohwo, documenting procedures doesn’t need to be a chore when you use the software. In this episode, Owen McGab Enaohwo — CEO of SweetProcess — explains the many …

Have you ever felt like you’re spending too much time working in your business instead of working on your business? Rick Bertino, WTS Certified Business Systems Professional, says if you’re spending too much time putting out fires, implementing effective and efficient systems is your solution. Today, Rick Bertino — Founder of G.E.A.R.S Business Sol…

Entrepreneurs have big visions. But, how do you turn those visions into a reality? According to Kathy Boyle, it all comes down to drive and planning. In this episode, Kathy Boyle — serial entrepreneur and business planning expert — shares her five-leg strategy that helps entrepreneurs reach their business goals. Founder and president of Chapin Hill…

Most entrepreneurs understand the need for annual strategic planning, but the long, arduous process often leads to procrastination. Laura Posey — the Simple Planning Specialist — explains exactly how to create a concise yearly business plan. In this episode we discuss: How to create a one-page annual business strategy How to prioritize your time, r…

Sometimes you’re so used to putting out fires in your business that you inadvertently put out your own! According to Semay Rashad, entrepreneurs are often bursting with motivation when they start their businesses, but get rundown with day-to-day operations over time. In this podcast, Semay Rashad — motivational speaker and entrepreneur — provides m…

Are you burning the candle at both ends and sacrificing your relationships in the process? Father of three and successful entrepreneur, Joel Louis, claims automating marketing systems is the key to balancing business growth and family time. Today, Joel Louis — founder of Integrator and Co. — gives us key insights into how he was able to build a six…

Has something ever fallen through the cracks because your schedule was so out of control that you simply ran out of time? Lisa Lansing, Certified Business Systems Professional (cBSP), says that by identifying the pain point, you can immediately begin making minor tweaks that will yield significant results in how efficiently your business operates. …

Inbound marketing isn’t a one-size-fits-all model, but that doesn’t mean you can’t build a strategy to systemize it. According to marketing specialist, Tom Poland, inbound marketing all comes down to finding your winning formula and creating a repeatable structure. In this week’s episode, Tom Poland — Founder of Leadsology, The Science Behind Being…

Looking for a powerful way to market your products to your target audience? According to video marketing expert, Rick Cesari, customers retain 95% of marketing messages delivered by video, compared to only 10% delivered in written content. In this episode, Rick Cesari — Direct Response Video Pioneer and best selling author of Buy Now, Creative Mark…

Have you ever found yourself on a vacation or a holiday, spending too much time thinking and worrying about your business? Rich Allen, a highly sought-after business advisor, believes that if your team is properly engaged, it’s far easier to scale your business without getting bogged down in day-to-day minutiae. In this podcast, entrepreneur and bu…

Since the internet has grown to encompass every sphere of our lives, it’s no wonder that online businesses are thriving. But, have you ever considered what goes into buying and selling online businesses? Eric Owens, top internet business broker, says that while entrepreneurs may be great at starting businesses, the ongoing operation required often …

In this episode, Jane Sagalovich—founder and CEO of Scale Your Genius—teaches how to create a top-selling online course that repackages your validated business expertise into a passive online delivery model. Leaving an 18-year career in corporate strategy, Jane now heads up the specialist course creation firm Scale Your Genius. Jane digs into the i…

In this episode, Ron Carucci — founder of organizational consultancy firm, Navalent — gives hard and fast advice on why leaders struggle to grow and scale without well-thought-out strategies. Having completed an incredible ten-year longitudinal study on why more than 50% of business leaders fail in the first 18 months, Ron knows the answers first-h…

Ever wonder what makes someone a credible expert? In this episode, David C. Baker—dubbed “The Expert’s Expert” by The NY Times—gives top entrepreneurial tips on repositioning your business to pinpoint and solve bottlenecks for your key target audience. A renowned author and advisor to entrepreneurial creatives worldwide, David has now coached over …

There’s a point in every scaling business when hiring becomes unavoidable. While fruitful hiring can lead to happy partnerships, where both employer and employee grow together, poor hires waste time, money, and team morale. In this episode, Nathan Hirsch—remote hiring and ecommerce guru—breaks down the steps to a more productive remote hiring proce…

Every entrepreneur faces barriers in their journey to success. However, some of these hurdles seem insurmountable. According to Malorie Nicole, entrepreneurs and small businesses all over the world struggle with overcoming subconscious programming that prevents them from scaling to their true potential. In this episode, Malorie Nicole, business coa…

When an employee leaves, the time and cost of training a replacement can be enormous. Erato Aristotelous, business procedures expert, has seen this stress in businesses over and over again. Without standardised procedures, businesses are always starting again at square one. In this episode , Erato Aristotelous — procedural document guru — shares th…

While the discussion of mental health may be prominent in the public sphere, the topic is often neglected or overlooked when it comes to business. Though we nurture self-care practices in our personal lives, Adam McGraw argues that the lack of positive mental health practices in the business sector stifles growth. In this episode, Adam McGraw, CRO …

What can businesses learn from athletes? Top performers in their fields and medal-winning athletes like Jenny Davis know what it takes to break barriers and grow consistently. Today, Jenny Davis—WTS Certified Coach, international sprint cyclist, and ex-judo player—unpacks the process of enhancing your business with systems she uses as a world-class…

Taxes feel like the bane of all small businesses. However, according to ex-criminal-tax investigator Senica Evans, the trick to mastering small business tax is in creating a solid financial team and robust tax strategy from the very beginning. In this episode, Senica Evans, expert small business tax specialist, gives us common small business tax mi…

Establishing yourself as a thought leader means proving your credibility in solving your customers’ problems. Mitchell Levy, thought leader expert and publishing guru, says that while the democratization of publishing (especially online) has meant anyone can publish any old nonsense, a truly valuable book is priceless in establishing credibility fo…

For business owners, the actual systematic working procedures of the business are usually secondary to the core services provided. However, as a physiotherapist and business systems expert, Robert Moss stresses smooth-running systems are the backbone of any successful enterprise, no matter the industry. Being the best physiotherapist wasn’t enough …

Are you looking for ways to more efficiently manage your leads and therefore increase sales? In this episode, Resa Gooding, a prestigious HubSpot Platinum Partner, explains why all businesses can benefit from switching to a CRM. Based in Israel, Resa has over 12 years of agency experience assisting businesses of all types with marketing automation.…

When we consider that most business deals and new hires come through referrals, it seems foolish to ignore the potential million-dollar client list you may have locked within your own professional network. According to business breakthrough specialist Adam Kipnes, entrepreneurs are wasting enormous chunks of time chasing new leads when they should …

In this podcast, we discuss things very close to every entrepreneur’s heart—lead generation and customer acquisition. Our guest, Adam Lundquist, founder of Nerds Do It Better, shares valuable insights that he’s gained while driving growth for his customers through digital marketing. Join us as we navigate the multi-channel landscape, right from lea…

Worrying about fitting all your daily tasks into your packed entrepreneurial schedule? Looking for solutions for long-term time management? Considering hiring a remote worker to lighten your load? In this episode, John Jonas—“The Rockstar of Virtual Assistants”—breaks down the benefits of outsourcing from the Philippines. John, director of onlinejo…