114. Software for Small Business: The Systems Every Entrepreneur Needs

Running a business shouldn't feel like you're constantly reinventing the wheel. In this week's episode of Go Get Great, I'm joined by Amy Sussex, founder of The Business Management Co., and host of the Beyond Your Business Podcast, to talk about one of the biggest game changers for entrepreneurs: implementing the right software for small business. If you've ever wondered how successful business owners seem to stay organized, manage clients, and keep everything running behind the scenes, this episode is for you. Together, we discuss how to decide which systems to implement first, why automation should support your business instead of complicating it, and how to build processes that grow with you as your business evolves. Inside this episode we cover: • The biggest benefits of using software for small business • How to decide which systems are worth investing in first • How to run a small business without relying on memory or sticky notes • The CRM systems for small businesses Amy recommends and personally uses • Why your systems should evolve as your business grows • What to do when your automations stop working • How to avoid comparing your business systems to someone else's • Amy's best advice for female entrepreneurs building sustainable businesses Whether you're just getting started or you're ready to streamline the business you've already built, this conversation will help you simplify your operations and create a business that supports your life—not one that constantly demands more of your time. If you've been looking for practical advice on how to run a small business more efficiently, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways you can implement right away.   Go Get Great Episode 114 References Toggl https://get.toggl.com/pqie9wcwc6nh Dubsado dubsado.com/?c=brittanymillersocials   Connect with Amy Website: https://thebusinessmanagementco.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/08SRFSQRorT0EKvRS7JQDH?si=30bf7a75e42a4efc FREEBIE - 10 processes every 6 figure business should have: https://thebusinessmanagementco.com/10processes   Come Say Hi! https://www.instagram.com/brittanymillersocials/ https://www.brittanymillersocials.ca/   Ready to level up your life and business taking it from good to great? Check out our Social Media, Email Marketing, or Podcasting Services Hit follow and please leave a review if you enjoyed this episode! The kids and I might even bust out a happy dance! 💗 - Brittany   If we haven't met yet, hi, I'm Brittany, a mom, mystery buff, bookworm, and DIY home decor enthusiast. I help business owners get seen, loved and paid. If you're looking for support with your social media, email marketing to podcast, click here to learn how I can help.   0:00 Intro 0:45 Episode start 1:20 Meet Amy Sussex - systems specialist 2:20 The benefits of software for small business 8:00 Deciding what systems & software to start with 15:00 How to run a small business with systems 18:30 What software & systems Amy uses (CRM tools examples) 27:00 Evolving in you're business 35:00 Playing the comparison game 39:00 What to do when you're automation is not working 43:00 Final advice for female entrepreneurs 46:00 Wrap up