Systems Don't Fail, Strategies DO!

I recently had a conversation with a business leader that made me realize how often people confuse strategy, systems, and tactics. 🚨

❌ The misconception:
Many believe that when you change your strategy, you need to tweak your systems.

💡 The truth:
Systems should not be adjusted just to fit a new strategy. Instead, your systems should be built around your overarching business aim—your mission.

🔑 Why?
Systems are the foundation of your business—your people, processes, and tech. These core elements should remain solid and adaptable, even if your strategy needs tweaking.

✅ Here’s how it works:

1. Don’t change systems just because a strategy didn’t work.
2. Look within your existing systems for strategic options.
3. Adjust the strategy based on your high-level goal, not the other way around.

The goal is to avoid ripping everything apart because a strategy failed. Systems don’t fail—strategies do. Build your business to evolve, not break when things don’t go according to plan.

🔄 Takeaway:
Focus on strengthening your systems first. Then, let your strategy evolve around them.