It’s Not You. It’s the System.

If you’ve been building a business on your own, chances are you’ve had this thought at least once:

“Maybe I’m just not cut out for this.”

You’ve got the dream. You’ve got the determination. You’ve probably got half a dozen courses collecting digital dust on your hard drive. And still, it feels like you’re spinning your wheels.

Here’s the truth: it’s not you.

It’s the lack of a system.

Why Most Solopreneurs Struggle

Solopreneurs don’t fail because they’re lazy, unmotivated, or “not entrepreneurial enough.” They fail because they’re buried in tactics with no framework to tie it all together.

One day it’s writing blog posts. The next it’s fiddling with a funnel. Then it’s trying to decode the latest email marketing tool. By the end of the week, you’ve worked harder than you ever did at your 9–5 job—and yet you’re no closer to the business you imagined.

The problem isn’t effort. The problem is chaos.

And chaos is solved by systems.

My Story: From Messy to Methodical

I know this firsthand because, before I joined Cindy Bidar’s Six Figure Systems, my business was a complete mess.

I had projects partially finished and scattered all over the place. I wanted to promote affiliate products but had no real plan for how. I knew I didn’t want to rely on social media to grow my business—but if not that, then what?

I had a big dream, but no clear path forward.

That’s when I heard, through the online grapevine, that Cindy was “the queen of systems.” And something inside me said, That’s exactly what I need.

What Changed for Me

Cindy has a calm, methodical approach that instantly cuts through the noise. But what really surprised me was her Q&A calls and open office hours.

At first, I was terrified to show up. I thought everyone else would be way ahead of me. But when I listened in, I realized something important: we were all figuring it out together. Some were behind me, some were ahead, but everyone was learning. And Cindy created a safe space where I could ask questions and get clear, expert answers.

Her courses also stood out because they didn’t just dump information on me. They came with checklists, templates, and clear “next steps.” And when I needed extra support, I wasn’t left stranded—there was a community (not on Facebook, thank goodness) where I could get help and share my wins.

The same faces showed up on the calls and in the community, and soon it felt like I wasn’t building my business alone anymore.

The Results I Saw

The biggest change? Confidence.

Instead of second-guessing myself, I began finishing what I started. I built funnels. I put my work out into the world. I stopped obsessing about what I didn’t know and focused on steady, consistent progress.

And best of all? I did it without chaining myself to social media 24/7.

For the first time, I felt like I had a clear path—and the confidence to keep walking it.

Why I’ve Stuck Around for 5+ Years

There’s a reason I’ve been part of Cindy’s Six Figure Systems world for over five years: it has everything I need, all in one place.

  • Live sessions are recorded, so you never really “miss” anything.
  • Cindy doesn’t hold back—she shares exactly what works in her business, from her tech stack to her organizational habits.
  • She’s active in the community, so she’s always accessible.
  • She’s added open office hours for short 1:1 coaching sessions and even monthly mindset coaching from Kelly McCausey.

Systems for Solopreneurs

And now she’s gone back to her roots with Systems for Solopreneurs—her new flagship program that takes everything she’s taught and distills it into practical, repeatable systems. It’s not just about learning. It’s about implementing, measuring, and refining what works. And it’s included in your Six Figure Systems membership – no extra charge!

Why This Matters for You

If your business feels like a jumble of half-finished projects and random tactics, it’s not because you’re not cut out for entrepreneurship. It’s because you don’t have a system.

  • Systems give you clarity
  • Systems give you confidence
  • Systems give you the freedom to finally move forward.

And that’s exactly what Cindy teaches.

My Recommendation

If you’re tired of trying to figure it all out on your own, here’s my advice: stop searching for the next “magic tactic” and start building your business on a solid foundation.

Cindy is a no-hype zone. What you’ll find in Systems for Solopreneurs is real, simple guidance for building a business that works—plus a community of people who are building right alongside you. And you get it FREE with your membership to Six Figure Systems.

👉 Check it out here: Six Figure Systems

Don’t waste another month stuck in chaos. The difference between feeling frazzled and feeling focused isn’t talent or luck—it’s a system. And this is where you’ll find it.

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Kathy Bales has owned businesses for over four decades—and helped others build theirs online for nearly 25 years. She started as a webmaster and content creator before most people knew what those words meant. Over the years, she’s taught, trained, and guided new entrepreneurs through the messy middle of building something meaningful.

What sets her apart? Kathy knows what it’s like to shift gears midlife, to juggle caregiving and career, and to want something more—something that feels like yours. Today, she creates mindset-first tools and resources that help second-act entrepreneurs move from clarity to action with confidence.

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