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Online strategist and founder of Apex Compass Solutions · Episode 111 with Kathi Burns, March 13, 2025
Trent True is online strategist and founder of Apex Compass Solutions.
On episode 111 of Organized and Energized! The Podcast, Trent and Kathi Burns talked about coaching business systems start with an audit of your daily workflow, then tools that fit your stage. Trent True compares Trello, Notion and CRMs.
For solo entrepreneurs who need organization, Trent suggests starting with Notion or Trello before moving to a full CRM such as GoHighLevel.
Who is Trent True?
Trent True is an online strategist and the founder of Apex Compass Solutions, an agency that helps coaches, experts and nonprofits with launches, funnels, content writing, websites, branded apps and CRM automation. He has more than 20 years of experience in research, public presentations, mentoring, advocacy and customer service. Trent worked in both public and academic libraries, then in call centers doing sales, customer and tech support, and as an emergency dispatcher. In 2020 he launched his own business as a writer and designer, drawing on a long interest in photography and graphic design. He calls himself platform agnostic and works often in GoHighLevel with clients.
Where can I find Trent online?
Which episodes feature Trent?
SystemsEpisode 111How To Streamline Your Coaching Workflow: Strategies for Maximum Efficiency with Trent True
Online strategist Trent True says the first step to a smoother business is an honest audit of the systems you depend on every day.
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Frequently asked questions about Trent True
Who is Trent True?
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Trent True is online strategist and founder of Apex Compass Solutions. Online strategist who sets up systems, funnels and CRMs
What is Trent's main advice from the episode?
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Trent calls himself platform agnostic and says the right tool depends on what stage a business is at.
Where can I find Trent online?
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Trent's website is apexcompasssolutions.mvsite.app/about, and the other links are in the Important Links section of the episode page.
How do I become a guest like Trent?
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Kathi Burns takes guest applications from founders who are willing to share candid stories about the strategies they use to eliminate logjams in their business. Apply to be a guest here and the team will review your application and reply with your next step.
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