How to Build Backup Systems That Scale — Without Creating Bottlenecks or Burnout
- Author
- Colby Morris
- Published
- Tue 06 May 2025
- Episode Link
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How to Build Backup Systems That Scale — Without Creating Bottlenecks or Burnout
Show Description:
If your business relies on one person to keep a process running, you don’t have a system — you have a single point of failure.
In this follow-up to last week’s episode, Colby shares real stories and practical tools to help you build backup systems that scale without piling on red tape or burning out your team.
You’ll hear:
- A true story from Colby’s hospital leadership days that changed the way he trained teams
- How to test whether your team is truly cross-trained or just good at talk
- Why most SOPs fail — and how to fix them by documenting context, not just tasks
- A powerful “Mission-Critical Map” exercise to find and fix your hidden bottlenecks
- A weekly challenge to help you build a more resilient, scalable team — starting now
This episode is for leaders who want to grow without becoming the bottleneck, lose sleep over operational gaps, or build a company that falls apart if one person goes on vacation.
Need help building resilient teams, systems that scale, or leaders who can handle the weight of growth?
Colby offers executive coaching, keynote speaking, and custom leadership training for organizations that want to grow with clarity, confidence, and consistency.
Contact Colby directly:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colbymorris/
Booking or inquiries: https://www.nxtstepadvisors.com/
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