Back in 2017, I found myself on the edge, balancing a perilous cocktail of professional growth and personal burnout. Yes, my two practices had soared past the elusive $1,000,000 milestone. But here’s the kicker: they were leaning too heavily on me. I was a hamster on a wheel, trapped in the business I had built.

Fast forward to 2023, I’m running four businesses remotely, being an active parent, and trotting the globe for 3.5 months without missing a beat.

How did I escape this self-made prison?

Three words: Systems, systems, systems.

The 3 Cornerstone Systems

1. Operational Systems: Stop Being the Bottleneck

It’s simple. Your business should not be an elaborate puppet show with you pulling all the strings. You need robust operational systems that anyone can operate and optimize. The key is to make these processes so straightforward that you, the business owner, become the most expendable part of the equation.

2. Hiring Systems: People Are Your Greatest Asset

Hiring out of convenience is a rookie mistake. Your recruitment shouldn't be an afterthought, dictated by time or urgency. Develop a dynamic system that hunts talent, sifts through CVs, and onboards your new blood effectively. Don't forget, a mismatched hire drains more than your payroll; it bleeds into team morale and operational efficiency.

3. Leadership Systems: Ditch the Micromanaging

It's time to take a back seat and let your team steer the ship. The micro-managing habit stunts growth and creativity. Build systems that nurture leadership qualities in your team. Trust them, equip them, and watch them surpass even your wildest expectations.

Transformation: The Real-Life Impact

Using these systems, we’ve turned greenhorns into high-performing managers in half a year. More importantly, these systems have been our stepping stones to the life we've always dreamt of. We're engaged parents, effective entrepreneurs, and avid travelers, all rolled into one. And guess what? No more looming burnout.

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Freedom, in finances, location, and time, isn't a mythical unicorn. It's entirely attainable if you employ the right systems. Your 'best life' may look different, but the mechanics behind achieving it remain the same. So, what are you waiting for? Embrace systems, unlock freedom.

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Further Resources

For those of you who want to dive deeper, I've curated a series of YouTube videos that lay down the roadmap for implementing these life-changing systems.

Check them out here:

The Key To Productivity, Focus & Personal GROWTH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kk2YE9nWl08

Leadership And Mindset Training For Practice Owners: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRaIF6nliu8

The Ultimate Guide to Hiring the Right Associate for Your Health Business: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaV2B7le_BQ

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Image: Poolside in Houston