The Hidden Cost of Staying at 6-Figures (When You're Ready for 7)
Jun 01, 2025
This Week's Message...
- How to stop trading time for money - scale to 7-figures working less, not more
- Why your 6-figure systems are holding you back from 7-figure success
- Why NOW is the time to break free from the Grow Phase Trap to avoid burnout
Dear Entrepreneur,
You've built a successful 6-figure business.
Your revenue is solid, you have a team in place, and from the outside, everything looks perfect.
But here's what's really happening: you're working 50+ hours a week, you can’t take a vacation without your laptop, and your team still needs you for daily decisions.
You're not stuck - you're actually in what I call the 'Grow Phase Trap' where 98% of successful women business owners get caught between 6 and 7 figures.
Recently, I worked with a small business owner in the health industry who came to me at $250K revenue. She had all the 'right' pieces:
✅Multiple successful revenue streams
✅A well-known podcast with top leaders as guests
✅An established team of VAs and contractors
✅Consistent client results
But she was caught in the same trap you might be experiencing:
😞Answering the same questions from her team daily
😞Unable to fully disconnect from the business and take an international trip without working or worrying
😞Having to work 1-1 with clients to maintain her revenue
😞Systems that worked at 6-figures but were breaking under the pressure of growth
Here's what nobody tells you about the gap between 6 and 7 figures:
😳Adding more team members without proper systems creates chaos, not freedom
😳Working harder actually prevents scaling (yes, you read that right)
😳The same success habits that got you to 6-figures will keep you stuck there
😳Most 'scale to 7-figures' advice focuses on marketing when the real problem is infrastructure
In 90 days, we transformed her business using my Legacy Business System's 4 core pillars. Here's exactly what this looked like:
1. Structure:
- Moved from 'always available' to structured office hours without losing clients
- Created clear decision-making frameworks so her team could solve 80% of problems without her
- Established proper pricing and profit margins that supported hiring for growth
- Reduced her working hours from 50+ to 32 while maintaining revenue
2. Systems:
- Implemented automated client onboarding that saved 5 hours per week
- Created SOPs that eliminated those daily "quick questions" from team members
- Built a scalable delivery system that maintained quality without her constant oversight
- Automated 60% of recurring tasks that were eating up her calendar
3. Support:
- Transformed her team from task-takers to decision-makers
- Established weekly systems that reduced fixing her teams work by 70%
- Created clear accountability metrics so she stopped micromanaging
- Built a leadership framework that allowed her to fully disconnect for 2 weeks
4. Streamline:
- Consolidated her tech stack, saving $800/month in unnecessary subscriptions
- Eliminated redundant processes that were causing team confusion
- Reduced client delivery time by 40% while improving results
- Created a scalable framework that could support 3x growth without adding complexity
The result? She now:
⌚Works 32 focused hours per week instead of 50+ scattered hour
🗓️Takes every Friday off completely
✈️Has two full weeks planned for a European vacation (with her phone off!)
💰Sees consistent $30K+ months without working more
😊Has a team that runs independently 90% of the time
💪Finally feels confident her business can scale to 7-figures without sacrificing her life
Most importantly? She's no longer caught in the exhausting cycle of trading time for money. Her business runs like a well-oiled machine, not a demanding child that needs constant attention.
The journey from 6 to 7 figures isn't about working more hours or adding more offers.
It's about building the infrastructure that allows for exponential rather than linear growth.
Only 2% of women small business owners break through to 7-figures because most never build this foundation (and I am proud to say not only am I one of them but I blew the doors off it too AND I want to help you get here too!)
If you're ready to:
- Shift from the exhausting, not very profitable Grow Phase (6-figures) to the profitable living your dream lifestyle Scale Phase (7-figures)
- Build a business that runs without your daily involvement
- Create systems that support 7-figure growth
- Finally take extended time off without everything falling apart
I have 2 spots open for 1:1 coaching this month. This is specifically for you if:
✔️You're currently generating 6-figures a year
✔️Your team is in place but still heavily dependent on you
✔️You're working 50+ hours weekly without seeing proportional growth
✔️You know your current systems won't support 7-figure scaling
Reply 'SCALE' to schedule a Legacy Business Strategy Session where we'll map out your customized path to 7-figures.
Now scroll down the to MOVE section for this week’s action step to get your business ready to scale!
Remember to live your one life,
💗Sailynn...
Your FUN Business Coach
Creator of The Legacy Business System
PS The gap between 6 and 7 figures isn't about working harder - it's about building differently. Let's talk about how to get you there without burning out in the process. Reply 'SCALE' to schedule a Legacy Business Strategy Session where we'll map out your customized path to 7-figures.
Spark
Inspiration to uplift your mindset and set the tone for your week.
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"Your 6-figure success isn't just a milestone - it's proof that you're ready for what's next. The exhaustion you're feeling isn't a sign to work harder; it's your business telling you it's time to build differently. The same drive that got you to 6-figures will get you to 7 when you pair it with the right foundation. This week, I want you to start seeing your current challenges not as problems, but as signs that your business is ready to evolve. You've mastered growth - now it's time to master scale."
Move
One simple action step to improve your business this week.
This week, I want you to do a simple but powerful exercise:
1. Track every single time you're asked a question by your team over the next 3 days
2. Put each question into one of three categories:
- Could be answered by a documented process
- Could be decided using a clear framework
- Truly needs your expertise
3. Tally up how many questions fall into each category
This exercise will reveal exactly where your business needs stronger systems and frameworks. Most entrepreneurs discover that 80% of what's eating up their time could be handled without them - once the right systems are in place.
Share your results with me by commenting 'TRACKED' - I'll send you my top 3 strategies for turning those repeated questions into automated systems.
Momentum
Wins and progress from women like you, showing what’s possible.
“Sailynn is on top of her game! She has provided me with thoughtful landing page, niche, offer, ads, and other business feedback that has helped me save time, money, and worry. I’ve got my sparkle back in my business whereas before coaching, I was in a bit of a jaded rut feeling like I needed to slow down and re-prioritize things. She asks great questions, shares helpful resources, and is very giving. I always feel comfortable sharing the ins and outs of my business with her and truly appreciate her wise advice. A lot of the ideas she has shared are going to bring up my revenue in the new year.” – Hailey R.
Fuel
Tools or resources you can use now to add clarity and ease to your business.
Ready to start building your 7-figure foundation? Here is one main resource to get you started:
Download my free Scale-Ready Blueprint to discover:
• The exact systems that help you scale while working less, not more - say goodbye to those 50+ hour weeks
• A proven 7-figure framework that's already helped 50+ women business owners break through the 6-figure ceiling (without burning out)
• Implementation-ready action steps (not just theory) so you can start transforming your business today
This blueprint isn't just another PDF that will sit in your downloads folder. It's the same framework I've used to help countless women entrepreneurs move from exhausting growth to sustainable scale.
Remember: You don't need to work harder to reach 7-figures - you just need the right blueprint. Get yours now and start building a business that runs without running you ragged.
Next Step
Your invitation to explore deeper transformation and growth when you're ready.
1) The Legacy Business School
A 90-day program to grow your business with laser-focused intention and ease. Using my unique blueprint, The Legacy Business System, you’ll learn strategies to reduce your working hours, grow your revenue, and stop wasting time on overwhelm. Self-guided with 1:1 support in a group setting. Learn More
2) The Blueprint to Growing a Thriving Business Without Burnout!
4 Core Pillars I Overlooked on My First Journey From ZERO to a Million Dollars Download Now for Free
3) The Concierge Club
Transform Your Business, Reclaim Your Life! Join The Concierge Club, an exclusive 90-day 1-1 coaching experience built around The Legacy Business System—my proven blueprint for creating a profitable, purpose-driven business. Together, we’ll align your goals, simplify your operations, and build a mission-driven team—empowering you to achieve lasting success with ease, balance, and clarity. Learn More
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