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GetLYIT Day One Recap: How Mindset, Culture, and Tech Drive Real Efficiency

Written by Catalyit Staff Writer | October 28, 2025

Day in Review

Day one of GetLYIT delivered a powerful truth: efficiency isn’t about more technology; it’s about smarter alignment between mindset, culture, and systems.

Marit Peters opened by focusing on intentional culture and the power of a growth mindset. Casey Nelson took it further, showing how structure, SOPs, and system integration turn ideas into measurable impact. Aubie Knight closed the day by focusing on the personal layer—how choosing the right tools for the individual builds focus, balance, and sustained productivity.

Together, these sessions revealed a simple formula for success:

  • Strong culture empowers people.
  • Connected systems empower operations.
  • Smart tech empowers individuals.

When all three align, agencies gain speed, clarity, and long-term momentum.

Session Highlights

Session 1: From Status Quo to Next Win (Sponsored by SALT)

  • Theme: Culture and technology go hand in hand; both must be intentional.

Key Takeaways:

  • Build a culture rooted in trust, transparency, and abundance to drive collaboration.
  • Integrate technology thoughtfully; choose tools that simplify workflows.
  • Encourage curiosity and a growth mindset so change becomes an opportunity, not a threat.

Why It Matters: A strong, intentional culture paired with smart tech adoption fuels innovation, retention, and sustainable growth.

Session 2: The Brutal Truth(s) About Your Agency Tech Stack (Sponsored by Dyad)

  • Theme: Integration and accountability turn a pile of tools into a growth engine.

Key Takeaways:

  • Build a cohesive, well-integrated tech stack that improves data accuracy and eliminates duplication.
  • Create and maintain clear SOPs so workflows stay consistent and scalable.
  • Assign ownership for every tool and regularly audit your stack to find and fix inefficiencies.

Why It Matters: A unified, accountable tech strategy improves performance across every corner of your agency, driving efficiency and measurable ROI.

Session 3: Your Personal Tech Stack (Sponsored by Cara)

  • Theme: Personal tech choices directly impact focus, well-being, and performance.

Key Takeaways:

  • Use AI tools like ChatGPT to automate tasks and free up mental bandwidth.
  • Sync smart devices such as phones, watches, and wearables to stay organized and track health.
  • Use project management apps like Trello to stay aligned and proactive.

Why It Matters: When individuals use tech intentionally, agency-wide productivity rises. Smart personal habits create collective wins.

What’s Coming Tomorrow

11 AM ET: Unlocking AI to Boost Your Agency’s PotentialDale Steinke

  • Why Attend: Learn practical, everyday AI applications that save time and drive productivity. 

12 PM ET: No More Excuses: Make AI Work for You (Workshop)Matt Smith

  • Why Attend: Stop talking about AI and start using it to solve real agency problems. Sponsored by 1Fort.

1 PM ET: Annual Tech-Up: Because Ignoring This List Will Cost YouAngela Ford

  • Why Attend: The must-do checklist for agencies that want better security, efficiency, and growth. Sponsored by Dyad.

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