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Is business process automation worth it?

40 people answered this on the record, across 12 organisations. clearer systems and processes was the most commonly volunteered theme, appearing in 18 interviews. more clients, leads or patients was another volunteered theme, appearing in 17 interviews. The timeframe described most often was over a year. These were open-ended interviews, so an unmentioned change should not be read as a result that did not happen.

Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-07-30. Updated as new interviews arrive.

Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.

Changes customers chose to talk about

Based on 40 open-ended customer interviews. These are themes people mentioned without being asked to rate every possible outcome. If someone did not mention a change, that does not mean it did not happen.

Themes volunteered by people answering: Is business process automation worth it?
Volunteered themeInterview mentions
Better systems18
More clients17
Team & hiring8
Confidence8
Revenue growth6
Family & relationships5
  • “When Dan painted the picture of what was possible with the things that he's capable of creating, he was like, "Oh, all of that can live in one spot, and it can be automated." I had to learn more, and I was very gratef…”Cassidy Mayoral
  • “And I have noticed I have... a lot more subscribers to my newsletter now because it's an easy, seamless way of clicking on it, as well as my clients who want to book me for keynotes.”Kristen Ziman
  • “So I think taking that step and having Spencer work with you with the execute program is a great way - just like hiring a personal trainer to get fit. you can do it on your own, but it's a lot harder, But if you have…”Brandon Burr
  • “The quality of my life has changed since joining the mentorship, having confidence in myself.”Georgia Brown

How long it took them

  • Over a year · 2

The interviews behind this answer

What they doubted first

  • “You gotta be worried about growing your business.”Andrew Leach
  • “I would highly recommend engaging with the execute program and working with Spencer because at the end of the day, the biggest cost in your life and your business is the opportunity costs of not taking action on the thing that you need to take action on.”Brandon Burr
  • “So the great thing about the Perfect Practice Mentorship is they gave us the blueprint, so they gave us the modules and everything, and then we were able to customize it and make it our own, which is what I really loved, because honestly, I hesitated to do so…”Georgia Brown

Follow-up questions they answered

How does Up with Ivy help with the administrative side of a speaking business?
Kristen Ziman noted that she previously handled 10 to 15 back-and-forth emails to find time slots. Up with Ivy built a 'one-stop' form on her website that automatically populates her calendar with the client's organization and topic details. — Kristen Ziman
Can Up with Ivy help a speaker find their brand voice?
Yes, Kristen Ziman stated that the team was 'truly passionate about finding my voice' and helped her translate her 30 years of law enforcement experience into clear content pillars for her audience. — Kristen Ziman
What is the impact of a new website from Up with Ivy?
Ziman reported a major impact because her speaker's reel and service offerings are now in one place, providing a 'clear roadmap' that has led to a significant increase in newsletter subscribers. — Kristen Ziman
How can a lean team manage video testimonial production without internal expertise?
Aleksa Narbutaitis noted that while they wanted student stories, execution was difficult due to limited expertise in video editing and interviewing. By outsourcing to Share One, they simplified the process to just sending a list of names and receiving finished, branded videos weeks later. — Aleksa Narbutaitis
Are video testimonials better than AI marketing tools for building trust?
According to Aleksa, there is no AI chatbot or marketing hook that markets a program better than word of mouth. She recommends Share One as a 'real human way' to communicate value through voices that matter in an increasingly noisy, AI-replicated world. — Aleksa Narbutaitis
How do you use video testimonials in a high-touch sales process?
Aleksa explains that they used Share One videos as soundbites during sales calls and as follow-up materials. This allowed prospects to see themselves in the shoes of previous students who shared common industries, objections, or pain points. — Aleksa Narbutaitis

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