Whenever I try a new recipe that just comes out well, I like to take a picture of the dish, write down the process, or even do both. Why? I just found a system that works and would love to replicate it!
I mean, why would I want to spend so much time discovering the same thing over and over again when I can just document it and adapt it into a system?
This “systems” thinking is one thing that has helped me in building a business. I have found out that goals aren’t enough; we need to create a system that works and one where we no longer need to spend so much effort trying to develop from scratch repeatedly.
Have you found a system that works for your business? Or have you taken the time to pay attention to what you do to ensure that you are writing down the patterns that work and the trails you need to monitor?
However, I would like to say that just because you have found a system working for you does not mean that the system cannot fail or that you cannot refine it. You can always check in on the system to refine it. However, you need to have a system first.
Benefits of having a system:
- It saves so much time in reinventing the wheel
- It helps you notice patterns
- It is easy to teach others
There are so many systems you can create in your business to make it work better; here are some:
- Hiring system
- Accounting system
- Client onboarding system
- Customer service system
- Client feedback system
- Staff performance review system
Takeaways for you:
- Sit down and analyse your business; what systems do you need to create?
- Which of these systems do you need to start with?
- How often will you check in on these systems?
- How can you develop a mentality of transforming goals into systems?
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