He sucked at selling milkshake machines


In 1954, a struggling milkshake machine salesman, stopped at a small hamburger stand in San Bernardino, California.


The owners of this hamburger stand had created something truly remarkable: a streamlined system for making and serving food quickly and consistently.


Their "Speedee Service System" was like an assembly line, producing the same high-quality food every time, in record speed.
The milkshake machine salesman saw the potential immediately.


He wasn’t just impressed—he was inspired.


Ray Kroc convinced the McDonald brothers to let him franchise their concept, and the rest is history.


Kroc’s relentless focus on standardization, consistency, and efficiency turned McDonald’s into a global powerhouse.


He didn’t just build a fast-food chain; he revolutionized the entire restaurant industry with his vision.


Systems are the key to business success.


I met Nina Cooke about five years ago through a referral.


She has a thriving coaching practice.


Her practice is successful because she implemented systems.


On Wednesday September 4th at 10 AM Pacific, Nina is going to share her systems in a new masterclass.


This is your opportunity to run your business in an entirely new way and see tangible results.This system stops you from throwing time and money on costly marketing activities, and gives you more time to focus on having a great work/life balance.


Plus, Nina will answer your questions so you can implement this system and start seeing results instantly.


Ready to implement systems in your business?

>>> Register now!


The class is Wednesday September 4th at 10 AM Pacific/1 PM Eastern.


See you tomorrow.


Ted

Ted Prodromou

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