What if the root of your team’s challenges isn’t the people, but the system they’re working in? Are you solving problems… or just putting out fires over and over again?

In this episode, along with Jessica Maine, we talk about how using an “ecosystem” mindset can change the way businesses solve problems and build stronger teams. We share a clip from one of our live Soul Collective training sessions, where we explain why seeing a business as a connected system helps leaders find the real cause of ongoing issues. With tools like the five whys and the fishbone diagram, leaders can fix the root problems instead of just patching things up.

You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how these methods work in our community. We show how open conversations, teamwork, and creative thinking lead to better results. If you're a leader in strategy or operations, a coach, or someone helping teams grow, this episode is full of practical tips and real examples.

If this episode gave you new ideas, we’d love for you to join the Soul Collective. Every month, we run live workshops, share helpful tools, and support you in streamlining your operations so you can grow with confidence.

In this episode, we explore • Ecosystems Thinking in Business • The Five Whys Method • Fishbone Diagram • Turning Root Cause Insights Into Action

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Ready to become a strategic leader who understands how to balance sustainable and scalable growth with operational efficiency?

Join our SOL Collective, an elite and private community for Business Strategists and Operational Leaders who advise and support founders in scaling their businesses. Learn more at https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/collective

Have questions? Want to explore partnering together to scale your business? Connect with me on my personal Instagram @cristagrasso or LinkedIn and let’s start a conversation.

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