212. Document, Delegate and Grow With Jon Engquist

Dedicate specific, protected time (e.g., 1-2 hours weekly) to document processes, even if it's a small start, to prevent reactive 'firefighting' and promote proactive growth.

Begin documenting processes with tasks your company excels at to build momentum and reinforce existing strengths before tackling problem areas.

Write SOPs as if explaining to a novice, avoiding jargon and including visuals (pictures, diagrams, videos) to ensure clarity and make them effective self-teaching tools.

Recognize that a well-documented and systemized business is a more valuable and sellable asset, providing potential for greater financial return and succession planning.

Utilize technology like Subtrack to turn documented SOPs into actionable checklists for field teams, ensuring consistent execution and reducing communication errors.

Understand that effective SOPs help identify top-performing employees who embrace standards and highlight areas for improvement within your business, aiding in team development and accountability.

Balance the level of detail in SOPs by erring on the side of providing more context and information, ensuring comprehensive understanding and consistent execution, especially for critical tasks.