Busy ≠ Productive: How to Build a Business That Runs Without You

I didn't start my business to answer customer emails at midnight or manually post to social media—and I'm guessing you didn't either. But somehow, those "little tasks" have taken over your calendar, your energy, and your vision. In this episode, I'm talking about what it really takes to step out of the day-to-day and into the role of CEO. I'll share how to figure out what's draining your time, how to delegate or automate smarter (yes, even with AI!), and how to build systems that support real, scalable growth. This isn't about working harder—it's about working smarter, leading better, and letting go of the things that are keeping you stuck. Let's reclaim your time and get you back to being the visionary your business needs. — Sal 🔗 Learn more & access the resources: https://salenaknight.com/podcast-2/ Join the accelerator Now: https://scale.theretailacademy.net/sysa