Building SOPs That Actually Work [Ep 64]

Episode Description: In this episode of Beyond the Systems podcast, I dive deep into Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) – the secret weapon for scaling your business and building an efficient team. Learn how to create SOPs that actually work, eliminate constant team communication bottlenecks, and set your team up for success.

Key Takeaways:

SOPs are not boring – they're your business's operational lifeline
Reduce team communication back-and-forth by creating clear, detailed procedures
Use tools like Loom and AI to streamline SOP creation
Be extremely specific in your documentation to prevent team questions

Resources from this episode:

Loom (screen recording tool)
Claude AI or ChatGPT (for SOP drafting)
SOP Template (available through Systems to Scale Audit)

Surprising Insights:

Team building is one of the hardest challenges in online business
Most entrepreneurs have never been formally trained in team management
SOPs can transform your team's efficiency and your stress levels

Recommended Next Steps:

Start documenting your core business processes
Use screen recordings to capture exact workflow steps
Create detailed, specific instructions for each procedure

Connect with Sam:

Website: https://www.systemswithsam.com/services
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Want to Go Deeper? I offer a Systems to Scale Audit where I help you map out core business systems and identify exactly where you need SOPs. Limited spots available, click here to learn more.