How Do You Eat an Elephant?
Welcome to the world of workflow automation and process development. As a Director of Operations and a busy mom, I discovered the transformative power of creating efficient systems, not in the boardroom, but in the chaos of everyday life.
Reflecting on my most productive days, I realized that my secret weapon was implementing simple yet effective systems at home. These systems, born out of necessity, were the stepping stones to my expertise in workflow automation and process development.
The journey began with two mundane objects: a laundry hamper and a kitchen sink. The goal? To reduce clutter by ensuring everything ended up in one of these two places. This system leveraged habits I already had: running the dishwasher and washing machine daily. Regardless of whether an item was clean or dirty, it went through the system, eliminating decision fatigue and inefficiency. This approach was not just about cleaning; it was a mindset shift towards systematic thinking.
My system evolved with small, manageable habits:
Allocating 10 minutes nightly to declutter.
Setting aside 15 minutes each afternoon for laundry.
Taking out the trash every other day.
Placing a “clean up” basket in each room.
That all got me to about 90% efficiency; To take it over the top, I integrated smart solutions like a robot vacuum and periodic deep cleaning services.
This approach, although simple, had profound effects:
It prevented feeling overwhelmed by breaking tasks into manageable steps.
It created a sense of motivation to maintain the system.
It inspired me to apply similar strategies in other life areas.
As a new mom, full-time professional, and aspiring entrepreneur, this realization was life-changing. It laid the foundation for The Digital Edit, where I now help small businesses harness the power of no-code tools like Zapier and Make coupled with productivity tools like Monday, Asana, and Jira for operation optimization.
My journey from a mom trying to manage a busy household to an expert in process development and workflow automation exemplifies how everyday challenges can lead to professional expertise. It's about finding innovative solutions to everyday problems and applying them to business operations.
That said, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of The Digital Edit, where we believe in the potential of every small business to streamline their operations and scale efficiently. Join us as we transform operational chaos into a well-oiled machine, one bite at a time.