Systems Simplified

Adi Klevit
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This is the Systems Simplified podcast where we feature top leaders who share stories on how to successfully systematize a business.

  1. 1D AGO

    Lindsay Nahmiache on How Strategic Systems Create Freedom for Founders

    In This Episode Adi Klevit sits down with Lindsay Nahmiache for a powerful conversation about growth, discomfort, and the systems that allow founders to evolve beyond daily operations. Lindsay shares how unexpected moments—like being stranded in Nepal without a passport—became pivotal experiences that shaped her ability to think clearly, creatively, and strategically. Adi highlights how these personal experiences directly influence leadership style and long-term business success. They also explore the early days of Lindsay's marketing agency, including how saying "yes" before having all the answers led to landing major clients like Virgin Radio. Adi emphasizes that this wasn't luck, but a mindset backed by execution, structure, and a willingness to figure things out. The conversation reinforces how confidence paired with systems creates opportunity. As the episode unfolds, Adi and Lindsay dive into what it truly takes to scale. Lindsay explains why founders must eventually remove themselves from operations—even when it feels uncomfortable—and how strong systems step in to support the business at the next level. Adi reinforces that this transition is essential for founders who want freedom, clarity, and sustainable growth without becoming the bottleneck.

    24 min

  2. 6D AGO

    Unlocking Business Freedom Through Documentation With John Gwaltney

    In This Episode Freedom doesn't happen by accident—it's built through systems. In this episode, Adi Klevit sits down with John Gwaltney to unpack how intentional systemization allowed him to step out of daily operations while continuing to scale multiple businesses. John shares the evolution of Outback Deck, from knocking on doors and handing out flyers to building a $14–15 million operation that runs without constant owner involvement. John explains how hiring improved once his team invested in documented processes and repeatable hiring systems. He also walks through how operational clarity led to innovation, including the creation of Deck Metrics, Contractor Classroom, and Deck View—tools designed to help contractors price faster, sell more confidently, and deliver consistent results. Throughout the conversation, Adi and John tie everything back to documentation, accountability, and having a single source of truth. John emphasizes that systems are not about control—they are about trust, consistency, and giving leaders the confidence to step away without things falling apart.

    35 min

  3. DEC 17

    Wendy Lieber on Where AI Helps—and Where Humans Must Lead

    In This Episode: Just because AI can do something doesn't mean it should. In this episode, Adi Klevit sits down with Wendy Lieber to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in business today: AI and marketing. Wendy shares what she's seen firsthand as agencies and entrepreneurs rush to automate everything—and why that approach often backfires. Adi and Wendy explore where AI genuinely adds value, such as research, organization, and efficiency, and where it creates risk by removing the human element. They discuss why sales, storytelling, and relationship-building still require people—not machines—and how businesses can build systems that support humans rather than replace them. The conversation also covers leadership responsibility in the age of AI, including Wendy's recommendation to create a clear internal stance or "AI charter." The episode brings everything back to systems: clarity, intention, ethics, and using tools in service of long-term value rather than short-term shortcuts.

    27 min

  4. DEC 16

    Unlocking Sustainable Leadership Systems With Tony Thelen

    In This Episode Leadership isn't sustainable without intention, structure, and reflection. In this episode, Adi Klevit sits down with Tony Thelen to explore the often-overlooked concept of systematizing leadership. Drawing on decades of executive experience at John Deere, Tony explains why repeatable success depends on systems—not just in operations, but in how leaders manage themselves, their decisions, and their priorities. The conversation also explores Tony's book, Things We Desire, inspired by the 1927 poem Desiderata. Tony and Adi discuss how enduring values such as peace, purpose, and self-awareness can be translated into practical leadership systems. Tony introduces his four-quadrant framework, offering leaders a structured way to manage professional life, personal relationships, community involvement, and self-care with intention.

    19 min

  5. DEC 12

    Building a Business That Runs Without You: Jamey Schrier's Path to Freedom

    In This Episode Most business owners don't struggle because they lack effort—they struggle because they're trapped by control, identity, and belief systems. In this episode, Adi Klevit sits down with returning guest Jamey Schrier to explore why so many entrepreneurs remain buried in daily operations long after they intended to scale. Jamey outlines three core constraints that keep owners stuck: fear of letting go, over-identification with a role or profession, and deeply ingrained beliefs—especially around money. Adi and Jamey connect these mindset challenges to the practical necessity of systemization. They discuss why documenting intuition, defining standards, and accepting that team members don't need to be exact replicas of the founder are essential for growth. The conversation reinforces that systems only work when owners are willing to evolve how they think, lead, and delegate.

    26 min

  6. DEC 10

    How Christina Lenkowski Turns Podcasts Into a Powerful Business Growth System

    In This Episode: What if your next big marketing breakthrough didn't come from ads — but from your voice? In this episode, Adi Klevit talks with podcast publicist Christina Lenkowski about how entrepreneurs can use podcasts to expand their reach, credibility, and client base. Christina shares the difference between hosting your own show and guesting on others, emphasizing that each has its place — but that guesting is often the fastest route to visibility. Adi and Christina dive into the systems behind successful podcasting: how preparation builds trust, why consistency drives results, and how repurposing interviews can multiply your content output. They also explore the etiquette of guesting, from researching the host to promoting the episode afterward. For business owners seeking a repeatable, relationship-based marketing system, this episode reveals how podcasting can become one of your most valuable tools.

    40 min

  7. DEC 5

    How Knight Campbell Merges Adventure and Leadership Development

    In This Episode: What can climbing a mountain teach you about leadership, decision-making, and systems? Knight Campbell has built his business around that very question. In this conversation, Adi Klevit talks with Knight about how outdoor adventure experiences serve as powerful laboratories for leadership development. Drawing from his time in the U.S. Navy and his work as a leadership professor, Knight explains why systems create safety — and how safety, in turn, builds trust. He and Adi explore how structure enables creativity, the parallels between guiding teams up a mountain and leading organizations, and the importance of immediate feedback in growth and decision-making. The two also discuss Cairn Leadership's unique approach to team retreats and leadership offsites. Whether scaling a peak or scaling a company, Knight shares how clarity, communication, and consistency form the backbone of effective leadership systems.

    32 min

  8. DEC 3

    From Values to Action: The Culture Branding Model Explained by Nader Safinya

    In This Episode Culture is often discussed but rarely operationalized. Many organizations state their values, but few have systems that ensure those values guide behavior, communication, and decision-making at every level. In this episode of Systems Simplified, Adi Klevit interviews Nader Safinya, founder of Blackribbit, about his culture branding methodology that unifies customer and employee experiences. Nader explains why organizations unintentionally design two separate experiences, how this misalignment weakens culture, and why culture must be built on three foundational values that never change. He also discusses the Culture Brand Statement, the Inside Outside In model, and the AI-powered decision filter that enables teams to make culture-aligned decisions 56 times faster. Nader walks through real examples of how the filter works, why objectivity matters, and how the tool accelerates adoption across the entire organization.

    31 min
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This is the Systems Simplified podcast where we feature top leaders who share stories on how to successfully systematize a business.

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  • Creator
    Adi Klevit
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    405
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Systems Simplified