In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler tackles a classic leadership question: is it a people problem or a system problem? Drawing on stories from his early days in leadership and recent client work, Dave unpacks why what looks like a “people issue” is often a symptom of broken or missing systems. From unclear expectations to a lack of tools and accountability loops, this episode explores what leaders can do to avoid jumping to conclusions and start building better outcomes.

What You’ll Discover:

• Why most “people problems” are actually system problems in disguise.
• A practical 3-part test to determine whether your team is set up to succeed.
• Common traps leaders fall into, like vague feedback and avoiding hard conversations.
• Real-world stories of both overreaction and inaction, and the costly outcomes of each.
• How to create clarity, consistency, and accountability without overcomplicating your operations.
• Why investing in your team doesn’t just mean hiring better, it means building better systems around them.