The Simple Business Systems That Save Me 20 Hours Every Week

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Real talk? Running a business can feel overwhelming some times—too many moving parts, too much to keep track of, and never enough time. That’s why it’s so important to make sure that you are taking the time to create simple systems inside of your business to help your business feel calm and organized.

In this video, I’m sharing the four simple systems I use that save me around 20 hours every week. These systems keep my business organized, my content flowing, my campaigns on track, and my clients supported—without me constantly reinventing the wheel.

If you’ve ever felt like your business is running you instead of the other way around, these are the systems that will help you reclaim your time and create more calm, sustainable growth.

⌚️ Timestamps
0:00 – Why systems matter more than you think
1:08 – The hidden cost of not having systems in your business
2:06 – What “systems” really mean (and why they’re for everyone)
3:56 – How systems free up time and mental energy
5:35 – System #1: Annual & quarterly planning process
8:05 – The profit-focused plan that keeps my business grounded
10:06 – Why written business plans make execution so much easier
13:04 – Planning ahead vs. running your business in reaction mode
15:49 – System #2: My content creation system
17:59 – How I capture ideas and turn them into finished content
19:45 – The tools that make content creation seamless
21:46 – Building a body of work (and why it matters)
22:58 – System #3: My campaign planning system
24:51 – How I organize every promotion in one place
25:42 – Why this system works even if you’re a solo entrepreneur
26:41 – System #4: My client onboarding system
28:56 – How automation makes delivering client experiences easier
30:53 – Why you also need a system for when things go wrong
31:51 – The secret to starting small with systems that actually stick
34:02 – Your next step for creating supportive scaffolding in your business

🙋🏾‍♀️ABOUT SCARLETT COCHRAN

Hi, if we haven’t met before, I’m Scarlett—a banking and finance attorney turned author and entrepreneur. I’m here to help you build wealth, make confident financial decisions, and create a life you absolutely love. Whether it’s mastering your money, learning to invest, or growing a life-first business, I’m all about giving you the tools and support you need to make it happen. Let’s create your best life, one step at a time!

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