222. How To Audit Your Business with Jessica Marx

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Travel Collection - Connect and learn more about TC’s DMCsFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation photographyCozy Earth - Use code COZYTIQUE at checkoutJessica Marks, strategic advisor and host of the Millions Were Made podcast, joins this episode to talk about auditing your business, uncovering hidden profit opportunities, and stepping fully into a CEO role without burning yourself out in the process. From operational inefficiencies and messy client journeys to underperforming websites, broken sales processes, and the mindset shifts required to scale, this conversation dives deep into the systems that separate overwhelmed founders from sustainable, profitable businesses. Jessica shares how she built multiple companies while working roughly 20 hours a week, why “being needed” is not the goal, and how founders can leverage automation, AI, delegation, and strategic infrastructure to reclaim both their time and profitability. Whether you’re a solopreneur feeling maxed out or a growing agency owner trying to scale sustainably, this episode will give you insight into building a business that supports your life instead of consuming it.About Jessica Marx:Jessica Marx is a globally recognized business strategist and the Founder of Tailored Premier, a global advisory firm helping entrepreneurs build scalable, high-performing, and sustainable businesses. A five-time Forbes Business Advisor and named a Top Female Advisor by Yahoo! Finance, she is known for translating complex business strategy into clear, actionable growth plans. With nearly two decades of executive leadership experience, Jessica has operated at the highest levels of multi-billion-dollar organizations, overseeing more than $150 million in annual budgets and leading teams of over 500 sales professionals. She has worked closely with executive leadership, CEOs, and boards to shape company-wide strategy and drive long-term growth. Today, she partners with entrepreneurs to simplify operations, scale strategically, and build businesses designed for both profitability and freedom.tailoredpremier.comResources Mentioned In This Episode:Episode 83: Attracting Ideal Clients & Fostering Relationships Built On Trust with Heather KellerEpisode 31: Leveraging Debt to Fuel Business Growth with Fractional CFO, Shay Bacani (Millions Were Made podcast)Today we will cover:(01:45) Jessica’s corporate background, IVF journey, and launching her business with twins(05:00) The biggest mistake founders make when hiring help(13:25) Building SOPs and systems that multiply your capabilities(17:10) How branding, marketing, sales, and systems impact profitability(19:15) The domino effect of marketing, sales, and client conversion(28:10) How to audit your entire client journey step-by-step(33:55) What it realistically looks like to step into a CEO roleFOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ