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How long do they typically stay? What ensures their satisfaction? These questions require thoughtful answers, and those answers become your systems. There's a critical distinction between systems and mere reminders. A system might be "these are the ten steps I follow when onboarding a new customer." It's a documented, repeatable process. Reminders, on the other hand, are reactive — they tell you what to do at a specific time but don't create sustainable workflows. The fundamental purpose of building systems is to shift from reactive to proactive operations. When you're constantly reacting, you're not driving the bus — your customers are (or whoever else). While some reactive moments are inevitable (emergencies happen), living in a reactive state means surrendering control of your time. It's exhausting to operate like a firefighter, constantly responding to emergencies without the ability to plan or prevent them. The importance of systems becomes even clearer when you consider that, according to McKinsey, small businesses in North America operate at only 47% of the productivity of larger firms. Robust systems are essential for closing this gap — they're what allow small businesses to compete effectively despite having fewer resources. This is where tools like Daylite become invaluable for small businesses, centralizing information and processes so nothing falls through the cracks. Strong systems provide another crucial benefit: they allow you to absorb shock. Throughout my journey, I've faced several periods where I had to step away from daily operations. When my sister became ill, when my wife experienced complications during pregnancy, and when I faced my own health challenges in 2022, during each of these times and many others, our systems kept the business running. Without them, any one of these events could have meant failure. Related: 70 Small Business Ideas to Start in 2025 Navigating team development through cycles Business growth follows cycles of ebb and flow, and your approach to team development must adapt accordingly. During flow periods, you build and strengthen your team. During ebbs, you lean on what you've already built. The ebbs test everything. It's challenging, but I've been here before (and likely you have, too). The key to navigating these difficult periods lies in maintaining the right mental state. If you can't maintain perspective during an ebb, it becomes a downward spiral. Your team looks to you for confidence—if they see you've lost hope, they will too. My approach during challenging times is to take inventory of assets. It's easy to feel like everything is falling apart, but pause and assess what you actually have: your reputation, client relationships, product quality and team capabilities. These are the tools at your disposal. 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