Dec 03 2024 27 mins
What separates a flourishing business from a floundering one?
It’s the often-overlooked systems and processes that run in the background.
This week I sat down with Beth Bieske, of More Time To Design, to share how you can design processes that don’t just support your business, but elevate it to the next level. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the amount of tasks your juggling, this is the episode you can't afford to miss.
Many people think of systems as merely a 'nice to have’, but, as Beth pointed out, success is often lost without them. Whether it's expanding your team or gaining more personal time, the key is your systems and processes. Without them, you may very well be stuck in a loop, never quite advancing.
If this sounds overwhelming, systems don’t need to be elaborate of complicated to be effective. In fact, the simpler the better. Take for example the "pre-client process," which smooths out the process from initial inquiry to a signed contract. This often neglected step won't just save time; it reduces the mental strain of overthinking every new client engagement.
Picture this: an inquiry lands in your inbox. With a strong system in place, you're armed with ready-made templates that guide the potential client journey smoothly from discovery to contract signing. Beth shares that knowing your next step, at every stage, brings an incomparable peace of mind and boosts productivity.
Importantly, these systems are not just about improving efficiency—they are about elevating client experience. When you roll out the red carpet for clients and exceed their expectations, they become your biggest fans and recommend you to their crowd. Who wouldn’t want that?
Many designers Beth encounters tend to overcomplicate their processes. Instead, she suggests keeping it simple and clear. Start by thinking about how you'd explain your process to someone else, and avoid reinventing the wheel. Say your process out loud—does it sound too convoluted? If so, it's time to streamline.
So as the holiday season draws in, take a moment to think about the processes in your own business. If there's a task that you dread or one that seems disorganised, that’s your signal to implement a streamlined system, or possibly even outsource it. Time saved here can be used to focus on the creative aspects you love.
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