Book Rave Reviews

“Systems Champion breaks the biggest myth in business that systemizing is the leader’s job alone. David Jenyns shows that true leadership lies in empowering others to build systems that drive the business forward, without constant owner involvement.

That’s exactly why my team at ActionCOACH believes that systems are such a vital step in growing your business. Systems Champion offers a clear, practical path to building what we refer to as a Commercial, Profitable Enterprise That Works Without You.

So start reading and implementing, so you can move from chaos to clarity, let your team thrive, and finally reclaim your time.”

“The Systems Champion academy is essential for anyone who owns a business today.”

“Systems aren’t sexy. But freedom is. This book gives you the step-by-step to get both.”

“What really stood out to me was the bold, but refreshingly honest, idea that the business owner shouldn’t be the one responsible for systemising their business. Instead, David Jenyns makes a compelling case for hiring a dedicated Systems Champion to lead the charge. It’s a total mindset shift that frees the owner to focus on growth, while someone else embeds the systems that create true freedom. This book is a game-changer for any business looking to scale sustainably, especially timely with the rise of AI.”

“David Jenyns is, without question, one of the world’s leading voices when it comes to systems and business efficiency. Systems Champion is his best work yet… a practical, inspiring guide that turns the abstract idea of ‘systems’ into something you can implement, track, and benefit from immediately.

What I love most about David’s work is that it’s not theory. It’s simple, actionable, and real. Whether it’s the Three Pillars framework, the clarity around the Systems Champion role, or the fusion of AI with smart processes. This book equips you to grow with efficiency, sustainably and profitably. I found myself nodding throughout the early chapters thinking, ‘Yep, every business owner needs this yesterday.’

But beyond the book… it’s the man. David lives what he teaches. He’s generous, deeply values‑led, and consistently gives more than he takes. I’ve worked with him on multiple projects and every single time, he’s shown up with heart, humility, and total commitment. He’s one of the rare ones who makes you better just by being around him.

If you want to grow a business that runs without chaos, builds real freedom, and performs like clockwork… read this, implement it, and consider yourself lucky to be learning from one of the best.”

“Systems Champion is exactly the guide today’s business owners and teams need. David has distilled the art of systemisation into a clear, actionable roadmap that balances technology, culture, and practical execution. If you want your business to scale without chaos and create freedom for everyone involved this book is essential reading. He’s even systemised the absorption of information in the book with a powerful model to anchor his principles!”

“I’ve known and worked with David Jenyns for many years and I admire and respect his professionalism, his generosity and his desire to help people in business to succeed. Clearly his passion is around systemisation, but I feel that David has a broad and a diverse wisdom that he shares freely and consistently. Clearly I’m a big fan along with many others around the world.”

“Systems Champion isn’t just another business book, it’s a practical playbook for anyone who wants to make meaningful change inside a company. It shows team members how to take real ownership of systems, improve processes, and ultimately boost productivity. If you’re serious about creating more career success, this is essential reading.”

“I’ve known Dave for more than 20 years. What I admire most about him is he’s the same straight‑shooting guy whether you’re grabbing coffee, watching him speak to 500 people, or drilling down on a business tactic. It’s hard not to like his style. Modest, genuine and always overdelivers.”

“System as Champion is more than a business book, it’s a practical, execution‑ready playbook for any leader who wants to scale their business without becoming the bottleneck. Dave Jennings combines decades of experience with relatable stories, powerful prompts, and a clear implementation plan that empowers teams to create and own systems with pride. This book doesn’t just teach systemization, it makes you believe in it. A must‑read for anyone serious about building a business that runs without them, especially those integrating automation or AI into their operations.”

“As an author of several best‑selling books, people often ask me to review business books, and it’s a real pleasure when I come across one that’s not about showing off the author, but instead actually helps the reader. Systems Champion is one of those rare books.

I’ve read Dave’s earlier books and worked with him for more than a decade, so I know what to expect—something clear, practical, and straight to the point. That’s exactly what you get with Systems Champion. No fluff, no filler—just useful information written in a way that’s easy to understand.

Dave’s passion for systems really comes through, and this book is another strong step in his standout work in this area. To my mind the real‑life examples and the thoughtful questions he includes are especially helpful for any business owner or anyone trying to build better systems in their business.

It’s a solid, no‑nonsense read—and well worth your time.”

“This is a wonderful follow-up to SYSTEMology. I had David on the show and his story and ideas were wonderful for my audience of business owners and the shorts did well on LinkedIn. I was a bit intrigued when I got an early copy of the follow up. I didn’t know there was so much more to say, but there is so much more. I was really touched by the introduction story about how AI is changing the business and this book does a great job of responding to how AI is changing business but also how it can make creating systems easier and faster for business owners.

I was surprised when he advised that business owners not be a systems champion until I read the advice for systems champions and I realized that he was absolutely right. I think for many business owners, this is essential reading. I’ve seen clients over the years not be able to get out from under the dependency their business has on them. This book is a guide on how to get free from your business and how to train the right kind of people to make these systems work and to continue building them.”

“Many sustainable businesses hit a wall when trying to scale, even with strong product‑market fit, because the CEO struggles to build a systems‑driven company. What’s often missing is the right person to lead systemization.

David Jenyns’ Systems Champion is the roadmap business owners need. It reframes systemization as a team function, not a solo effort, and shows how to empower a dedicated champion to lead the process. This book is a must‑read if you’re ready to move beyond survival and truly scale.

As someone who has interviewed and guided hundreds of business owners, I’ve seen firsthand how essential this shift is to sustainable growth.”

“Systems Champion is the kind of book you can hand to a team member and say, ‘Here… this is how we’ll do it.’ It gives them everything they need to systemise your business and drive meaningful change. In SYSTEMology, David Jenyns showed business owners how to escape operational chaos. In Systems Champion, he hands the baton to the person who will make it happen. With built‑in worksheets, diagnostics, and action steps, it’s more than a book – it’s a practical guide that reinforces learning through doing. It’s an essential resource for building a systems‑driven business in the age of AI.”

“What I love about David’s approach is how genuinely he cares about helping you succeed. He doesn’t just dump theory on you – he walks you through real stories of business owners who were drowning in daily operations and gives you the ‘secret sauce’… and the tools and resources to make a real change. If you’re tired of feeling like your business owns you instead of the other way around, David’s your guy.”

“Systems Champion is the missing manual for business owners stuck in the day-to-day. David doesn’t just talk systems — he shows you how to build a team that runs them. This book is a game-changer if you want to scale with sanity, not stress.”

“The System Champion is a powerful, practical guide for entrepreneurs who want their business to run without them. It’s relatable and refreshingly vulnerable, making complex ideas feel accessible—even exciting.

The book’s core message is empowering: the CEO doesn’t need to do all the systemizing. David shows how to appoint and equip a System Champion—a non-owner employee who can build the systems that drive consistency and profit. This shift alone can free up leadership and dramatically improve margins by reducing project timelines.

What I loved most is how David blends operational strategy with modern tools. He covers how to structure and connect systems management software (with sign-offs, permissions, rich media) and project management tools (triggered and recurring tasks) into one coherent machine. His concept of Minimum Viable Systems, and his “Purpose, Trigger, Inputs, Resources, Examples” framework, are especially practical.

David also explores how documented processes can train AI assistants, helping teams download institutional knowledge and turn it into scalable assets. His advice on hiring and onboarding systems-minded employees—including tailored job ads and systems mentors—is gold.

That said, I would have appreciated more visual frameworks or diagrams. With such a structured topic, a few well-placed graphics could have made the content even easier to absorb and apply.

Still, the author’s passion for systems shines through every page. His crazy dancer on the hillside analogy—about finding your first passionate follower—is spot-on. So is his reminder: “In business, consistency is far more important than perfection. Because consistency builds trust.”

If you’re ready to scale yourself out of daily operations and build a culture of systemization, this book delivers. It’s more than a how-to—it’s a mission. And David is a true champion of it.”

“Lots of people talk about process, this book actually shows you how to build it More than a book, this is a tactical guide for systemizing business.“

“David has unlocked the reason that many business owners fail in their attempt to systemize their business. In his groundbreaking book, David reveals the exact steps to use powerful systems to grow your business. Grab this book and read it now!”