Building a Business That Runs Itself

This workshop is designed for business owners who want to reclaim their time and build a more resilient business that can thrive — without the need for constant detailed owner interventions.

Whether you're aiming to scale, continuously improve, or simply sleep better at night, this session will help you focus on what really matters to fully take control over your business and your life.

What We’ll Cover

🛡️ Understanding Blockages to Progress

· Why the business takes up so much owner time

· Strategies to change the focus of control from the owner to systems

⚙️ System Solutions

· System solutions options

· Approaches to system selection

· Systems and automation approaches

· AI, data and software choices

💰Drivers of Success

· Changing your mindset for success

· Planning for setbacks and recovery

· Building resilience into all levels of operations

🌟 Unlocking Yourself from the Business

· Defining a future path

· Aligning business and personal goals

· Securing your employees future

What You’ll Get

. A road map to systemise your business

. Practical concepts to apply to your own business

. A clearer path to financial stability and operational freedom

. A supportive space to reflect, plan, and connect with peers

✅ Who Should Attend:

. You want to build a business that supports your life — not consumes it

. You want to make your business more self-sufficient

. You’re ready to scale but need the right systems in place

. You’re stuck working ‘in’ the business instead of ‘on’ it

PLEASE NOTE: businesses need to be registered with the Durham Growth Programme prior to attending. A link is below for registration, therefore ONLY businesses based in County Durham are able to attend this fully funded workshop.

Durham Business Growth and Productivity Programme is a comprehensive initiative designed to elevate productivity and foster growth within businesses located in County Durham. Being part of the programme allows you access to workshops, 1-1 advisor support and grant funding to support revenue and capital investment in your business.

For businesses in County Durham, the benefits of engaging with the Durham Business Growth programme are manifold. Through its dedicated initiatives, the fund offers access to financial resources, expert guidance, and networking opportunities that can fuel growth and expansion. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an established company, this UK SPF programme equips you with the tools necessary to succeed in an ever-evolving market.

If you have not already registered for the programme, please use the link below.

https://www.durhambusinessgrowth.co.uk/register