The “Don’t Repeat Yourself” (DRY) development approach of writing code as simply as possible to make it reusable can also be applied to standardizing and automating workflows to reduce repetitive patterns. Virtual CFO and software expert Susan Boles joins the show to discuss the evolution of automating workflows and how the process doesn’t start with software. Susan shares actionable tips on where you can get started with automation, what to work on after you’ve automated the low-hanging fruit areas of your business, like onboarding and delivery, why you should work with virtual C-Level persons like CTOs and CFOs, and how you can find experts to help you take your business to the next level.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How to understand your processes, from onboarding to the messy middle to delivery, before implementing software automation tools


• When you need a C-level expert in place of a VA


• Why it’s never too early to bring in an expert


• How “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with” applies to business


• Where to find your online tribe

This episode is brought to you by The Jed Mahonis Group, where we make sense of mobile app development with our non-technical approach to building custom mobile software solutions. Learn more at https://jmg.mn.

Recorded May 6, 2020 | Edited by Jordan Daoust | Produced by Jenny Karkowski

Show Notes:

• Scalespark.co


• Break the Ceiling podcast


• Susan Boles on Twitter


• Zapier


• Gusto


• DRY development principle


• Traction Methodology Resources: Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business, Rocket Fuel: The One Essential Combination That Will Get You More of What You Want from Your Business