Episode 56: Seasonal Work and Weak Systems
Episode Synopsis:
In this episode of Time Well Spent, we explore how seasonal peaks reveal weaknesses in your business systems and what you can fix now so you’re ready before demand hits. You’ll hear about:
Why seasonal work acts like a stress test that exposes hidden operational weaknesses.
How rushed compliance shortcuts like misclassification can lead to expensive penalties.
The security risks of giving seasonal workers broad system access without oversight.
Safety training shortcuts and how they increase injuries and insurance costs.
The vetting problem—why skipping background checks leads to longer-term headaches.
What happens when scheduling and time-tracking tools can’t handle the load.
Why shared accounts and manual workarounds become bottlenecks under pressure.
How weak systems damage customer relationships when mistakes happen during busy seasons.
What scalable systems look like and why building them in the off-season matters.
Related Article: Why Seasonal Work Exposes Weak Systems
