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EPISODE · Nov 17, 2025 · 47 MIN

The Systems You Need to Live Your Best Life | Averri Simone Liggins

from Work Is Third · host Dawn Hunter

How do you run a business, care for a parent, and thrive with a chronic health condition? In this heartfelt and practical conversation, systems strategist and author Averri Simone Liggins shares the structures and routines that help her run a thriving business while also serving as a full-time caregiver and navigating chronic health challenges. We talk about the real-world power of systems as tools that make space for joy, boundaries, and taking care of both your future self and your present self.We dig into:• Why systems are the secret to more freedom• How caregiving reshaped her business• Saying no with confidence• Managing energy, not just time• The joy of hobbies, WWE nights, and creative adventures• And the importance of planning both rest and funIt’s a conversation full of warmth, wisdom, and real talk about life, business, boundaries, and what it takes to build a life that supports you.📚 Guest InfoAutopilot Your Success —Averri’s BookWebsite: www.blackwomenmoguls.com Social media: @blackwomenmoguls💬 Key Quotes “My purpose is to build my business around my life—not the other way around.”“No is a complete sentence. You’re not being selfish by prioritizing yourself.” “If I don’t take care of myself, I won’t be able to take care of my mother.” “Knowing when to stop before you’re forced to stop is so important.” “Systems are usually the last thing we think about—until we need them.” Let’s Stay Connected🎧 Subscribe to the show!📬 Subscribe to The Joyful Rebellion Newsletter📸 Instagram: @workisthirdlife 📂 Section Markers01:01 Section 1: Why Systems Matter for Building a Life That Works23:30 Section 2: Health, Wealth, and Taking Care of Your Future Self📌Episode Chapters/Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Systems and Success01:34 The Birth of 'Autopilot Your Success'07:10 The Importance of Systems in Business10:55 Balancing Caregiving and Entrepreneurship13:43 Listening to Your Body and Planning Breaks19:24 Building a Business Around Your Life20:33 Setting Boundaries for Personal Well-being24:07 Navigating Personal Relationships and Boundaries28:21 Future Self and Decision Making29:41 Finding Balance in Life32:31 Embracing Hobbies and Interests36:45 Self-Care Practices and Rituals39:28 The Importance of Exercise and Health43:06 Navigating Health Challenges45:09 Setting Boundaries and Saying No45:16 Delegating and Asking for Help

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