Episode 7

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13th Feb 2025

Why blindly copying someone else's systems can sabotage your success (Ep 7)

How many times have you seen someone online raving about their perfect system and thought, “Maybe if I just do it like them, my business will finally feel put together?”

But here’s the truth: copying someone else’s backend is a fast track to frustration. Their system was built for them—their work style, their schedule, their team (or lack of one). And what works for them? Might be the exact thing that keeps you stuck.

Key Takeaways:

- Copy-paste systems will always fail. You don’t just run a different business—you live a different life. Stop trying to fit yourself into someone else’s structure.

- Your business model determines your backend. A high-touch service provider can’t run the same systems as a high-volume coach—it’s just not built for the same workflow.

- Your work style matters. If a system doesn’t match how you naturally work, you won’t stick with it—simple as that.

- Your life outside of business has to be factored in. If you need flexibility, a rigid workflow won’t work. Your systems should support your reality, not fight against it.

- The right system feels like ease—not another thing to keep up with. If you constantly feel like you’re chasing your system, it’s not the right one for you.

Work With Me: Simple & Savvy Systems

Ready to ditch the chaos and finally build a backend that supports your business (instead of running you into the ground)? I have two spots open this month inside Simple & Savvy Systems, my custom systems setup for solopreneurs who are done with piecing things together.

✔️ We simplify your backend so your business stops feeling overwhelming.

✔️ We design a system that fits how you actually work—instead of trying to force you into something that doesn’t.

✔️ You walk away in control—instead of feeling like your processes control you.

Let’s Stay Connected 💅🏾

I love connecting with you! Slide into my DMs @chevanicec and let me know what resonated most from today’s episode. Whether it’s a lightbulb moment, a workflow you’re ready to try, or just a quick “hey girl,” I’d love to hear from you!

For all other queries, shoot me an email at hello@chevanicecampbell.com.



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Simple Systems for Solopreneurs
Client Management | Project Management | Business Operations
Are you a solopreneur feeling stretched thin by the demands of your business? Does it seem impossible to manage everything while building a stable, successful income and maintaining a life you love? If you're tired of burnout and ready to reclaim your time, freedom, and sanity, you're in the right place.

Welcome to the Simple Systems Podcast – the show for solopreneurs who want to build a more peaceful, profitable business without subscribing to hustle culture.
I’m your host, Chevanice, a systems & operations expert who’s been where you are – burned out, overwhelmed, and trying to do it all. I’m here to help you implement systems that give you the clarity and control you need to scale your business while creating the freedom and balance you deserve.

This show is for ambitious women who want to scale their businesses while maintaining the freedom, family time, and peace they value most.
This podcast gives you the answers to questions like:
- What systems do I need to scale my business?
- Which productivity tools will help me save time in my online business?
- How to balance client work and personal life without feeling like I’m falling behind?
- How do I set up project management systems for myself as a solopreneur?
- How do I create standard operating procedures (SOPs)?

Each week, we’ll explore simple systems for project management, client experience and business operations delivered in a bite-sized format – delivered in a bite-sized format so you can eliminate overwhelm and streamline your business without being tied 24/7 to your laptop.

Because no matter what you’ve been told, maintaining balance and sanity isn’t a luxury – it’s your right. Let’s create a business that complements your life, not the other way around.
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Chevanice Campbell

Life first, business after is the motto around these parts. I’m dedicated to helping solopreneurs like you build a business that adapts to your life, energy, and schedule.