Episode 13

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7th Jul 2025

Building Scalable Systems with No-Code Tools w/ Shannon Vincent | Ep. 13 | Systems With Laura

Too many businesses duct-tape tools together, hoping things will “just work.” But real systems aren’t plug-and-play; they’re built with intention.

In this episode, Laura sits down with Shannon Vincent, founder of The Systems Fix, to explore how solopreneurs and small teams can move beyond templates and build systems that actually support the way they work.

Shannon doesn’t believe in one-size-fits-all. She believes in clarity, people-first processes, and sustainable systems that evolve with your business, not overwhelm it.

🛠️ Here are some of the highlights from the episode:

  • Templates vs. Tailored Systems: Why grabbing a Notion template isn’t a shortcut if it doesn’t match your workflow.
  • Choosing Your Tech Stack Wisely: Specializing in fewer tools (SmartSuite, Airtable, ClickUp) = better results.
  • Fragmented Tools = Lost Time: Move from scattered spreadsheets to a single source of truth.
  • Data Security in the EU Era: Shannon & Laura unpack GDPR compliance when building systems for education and public institutions.
  • No System is Ever “Done”: How continuous iteration builds real resilience and reduces friction.
  • AI and Automation: Why Shannon sees AI not as a threat, but a collaborative tool for future-ready workflows.

✨ If you’re an entrepreneur, consultant, or team leader looking to simplify without losing quality, this episode is packed with gold.

🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on how to build intentional systems, work smarter, and scale with confidence.

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Systems With Laura
Systems are behind everything that works, whether we’re talking about business, mindset, habits, or communication, systems are what keep things running and scalable. I created this podcast to explore the strategies and structures that help entrepreneurs and professionals grow, without burning out.

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Laura Plantak

Laura Plantak is a Business & IT Consultant, founder of Proprium Agency. Through her consultancy, Laura helps teams optimize workflows with automation and software, guiding them toward scalable, streamlined operations.

She is the host of The Laura Plantak Podcast, where she shares honest insights on entrepreneurship, and Systems with Laura, a show focused on turning business chaos into clarity through practical system design. Laura also leads the Proprium Digital Network, a community built to support business owners through strategic systemization and digital growth.

Her company, Proprium, produces the Processes & Platforms Podcast. Laura and her team explore real-world implementation stories, no-code tools, and automation strategies that help small teams achieve big results.

Whether she’s consulting, building systems, or sharing stories on air, Laura is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder, through thoughtful tech and efficient operations.