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Des Hague went from homelessness at 15 to leading multimillion-dollar companies and investing in 50+ ventures. His story isn’t about hype—it’s about resilience, speed of execution, and building businesses that win.

In this episode, we cover:

• Growing up in Belfast during unrest and losing his mother at nine
• Becoming homeless at fifteen and learning “whatever it takes”
• Turning rejection into fuel (including MBA school rejections)
• Why talent is the #1 driver of business success
• Founder mindset vs. employee mindset
• The importance of speed and avoiding mediocrity
• How AI is reshaping industries—and how to adapt
• Learning to say no and focusing on home-run opportunities

Key takeaway: Resilience matters—but disciplined execution, adaptability, and surrounding yourself with top talent are what create lasting business growth.

Book Recommendations from Des Hague

• Think Your Way to the Top: 52 Weekly Thought Exercises — Des Hague
• 15 Minutes of Shame — Des Hague
• The Innovator’s Dilemma — Clayton Christensen
• The World Is Flat — Thomas Friedman
• Leading by Wandering Around
• Leading with Laughter
• Autobiographies of influential leaders (learning both what to do—and what not to do), including:
  • Estée Lauder, Henry Ford
  • Napoleon, Alexander the Great
  • Queen Elizabeth
  • Martin Luther King Jr., John F. Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln, George Washington
  • Global leaders like Gandhi and Confucius
  • And even controversial figures (as “what not to do” lessons): Stalin, Lenin, Mao

Connect with Des:
Website: https://deshague.com
Hague Enterprises: https://hagueenterprises.com
LinkedIn / Instagram / Twitter: Search “Des Hague”

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When is the right time to step back from your business?

In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, we talk about delegation, leadership maturity, and sustainable business growth. If you’re an overwhelmed entrepreneur wondering when to let go — and when you’re still the best person for the job — this conversation is for you.

There’s a big difference between delegating strategically and stepping away out of exhaustion. And if you leave too soon, you may weaken the very thing you worked so hard to build.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• The danger of stepping away too early
• Founder fatigue vs. founder responsibility
• Why systems must come before delegation
• How to know when you’re no longer the most efficient person
• The hidden identity shift every entrepreneur faces
• What sustainable business growth really looks like
• Why “4-hour CEO” culture can be misleading

This episode is about building strong foundations so your business can eventually run without you — not collapsing when you try to step back.

Freedom comes after structure.

You don’t delegate because you’re tired.
You delegate because your systems are ready.

Build your business strong before you step away.

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You Didn’t Make a Million Dollars — Your Business Did

How much should you actually pay yourself as a business owner?

In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, I sit down with Lori Atwood, founder of Fearless Finance, to break down the real math behind founder salary, profit margins, and sustainable growth.

If you’re an entrepreneur struggling with cash flow, reinvesting vs. paying yourself, or figuring out how much runway your business needs — this episode is for you.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why business revenue is NOT your personal income
• How to determine what you can realistically pay yourself
• The 10–20% operating margin benchmark
• Why overpaying yourself can hurt growth
• How much cash runway your business should have
• When to hire an accountant or financial advisor
• How to handle business failure without spiraling

This is a practical and honest conversation about building a profitable business that actually supports your life — not drains it.

Connect with Lori Atwood & Fearless Finance

🌐 Website: https://www.fearlessfinance.com
💸 Get $50 off your first meeting with promo code Yoder

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fearlessfinance/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fearlessfinance
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fearlessfinance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fearless-finance/

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In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, Kristy sits down with Scott Kelly, founder of Black Dog Venture Partners, to unpack the realities of raising capital, pitching to investors, and building a business that’s actually ready for an exit.

Scott shares his journey from working on the stock exchange to founding and exiting multiple companies—and why one of his biggest early lessons was learning too late that he hadn’t built his first business to sell. From there, the conversation dives deep into how entrepreneurs should think about the end goal of their business from the very beginning.

They discuss:

• The difference between bootstrapping vs. raising investor capital
• Why no investor is better than a bad investor
• What investors really look for during due diligence
• How to prepare a strong pitch deck and investor funnel
• Why founders should start building investor relationships six months before they raise money
• How often to communicate with investors after funding
• Why perfection can slow progress—and how to let the market guide your decisions
  
  

Scott also explains the mindset of investors, especially venture capital firms, and why entrepreneurs must understand the risk, responsibility, and expectations that come with taking other people’s money.

The episode wraps with powerful reflections on failure, humility, and confidence—making this a must-listen for business owners who want to grow wisely, protect their freedom, and make smart long-term decisions.

🔗 Learn more about Scott and his work:

• blackdogventurepartners.com
• vcfastpitch.com
• Social media: @BlackDogCEO

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Networking doesn’t grow your business—relationships do.

In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, Kristy sits down with Rodger, co-founder of Network Build Grow, to break down what actually makes networking work—especially for entrepreneurs who want growth without burnout.

Rodger shares how he and his wife built a values-driven networking community from scratch, why most entrepreneurs struggle with follow-up, and how shifting your mindset around relationships can unlock long-term opportunities in business.

This conversation is practical, honest, and refreshing—perfect for entrepreneurs who are tired of transactional networking and want relationships that compound over time.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why networking isn’t about collecting business cards
• How real opportunities come from follow-up, not first impressions
• Why most entrepreneurs avoid follow-up (and how to shift that mindset)
• How to build referral relationships without feeling salesy or awkward
• What effective follow-up actually looks like after networking events
• How to nurture relationships long-term without forcing outcomes
• How technology can support networking—without turning it robotic

Resources & Links Mentioned

• Network Build Grow: https://networkbuildgrow.com
• NetEffect (Networking Follow-Up Tool): https://neteffect.io
• Rodger & Melissa: https://rodgerandmelissa.com

Final Takeaway

Networking is a long game—and the entrepreneurs who win aren’t the ones who meet the most people, but the ones who consistently follow up, lead with value, and give first.

If you want relationships to work for your business—without feeling awkward, pushy, or exhausting—this episode will change how you think about networking.

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Community is no longer optional—it’s the future of online business.

In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, Kristy sits down with Tracy Beavers, a business and sales coach who helps online entrepreneurs stop feeling invisible, build real relationships, and grow their email lists organically—without paid ads or chasing algorithms.

Tracy breaks down why Facebook groups are making a powerful comeback, how community builds trust in a skeptical market, and what it actually takes to create an engaged, supportive space that attracts the right people. This conversation is practical, refreshing, and especially relevant for entrepreneurs heading into 2026 who want growth without burnout.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why community and humanity are becoming essential in online business
• How Facebook groups can drive visibility, trust, and email list growth
• What to do if your Facebook group feels “dead” (and how to revive it)
• How to create engagement—even with a small audience
• How to use community to overcome the “trust recession”
• Ways to show up in other people’s groups without being salesy
• The most efficient (lazy but effective) way to manage communities without overwhelm
  
  

Key Takeaways

• People don’t want more courses—they want connection and support
• A Facebook group can be a powerful ecosystem, not just a content container
• Trust is built through conversations, consistency, and generosity
• Community-led growth outperforms hustle-driven marketing
• You don’t need to post every day to build engagement—you need intention

Resources & Links Mentioned

• Tracy’s Podcast: Create Online Business Success
• Tracy’s Free Facebook Group: Be a Confident Entrepreneur
  
  

Final Thought

If you’ve been feeling invisible online, frustrated with social media, or unsure how to build meaningful relationships in your business, this episode will shift how you think about growth. Community isn’t just a strategy—it’s the bridge to trust, visibility, and sustainable success.

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Delegation is essential in business ownership—but not everything should be delegated.

In this episode, Kristy shares a powerful and personal perspective on what not to delegate in 2026, especially for overwhelmed entrepreneurs who already have teams, systems, and support but still feel burned out or disconnected.

Blending life coaching and business coaching principles, this episode explores the difference between delegating tasks and outsourcing responsibility for your life, leadership, relationships, and values.

If you believe in master delegation and the Lazy Entrepreneur mindset—working smarter without losing what matters—this episode is for you.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why over-delegation can lead to burnout and loss of meaning
• What business owners should never outsource
• The difference between delegating tasks and delegating responsibility
• How overwhelmed entrepreneurs can realign in 2026
• Why delegation should support your life—not replace it

Topics Covered:

• Delegation vs. over-delegation
• Spiritual life and inner leadership
• Marriage, relationships, and presence
• Parenting and personal responsibility
• Character, values, and leadership identity
• The Lazy Entrepreneur approach to master delegation

Reflection Question:

What’s one area you’ve been trying to delegate that you actually need to personally show up for more in 2026?

Connect with Kristy:

📩 Email: ky@kristyyoder.com
📸 Instagram: @kristyabbyyoder.com

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In this value-packed episode, Kristy Yoder interviews Bryce York, LinkedIn expert and founder of Factor 15, who’s spent decades in sales helping businesses expand their reach and build relationships that actually convert.

Together, they unpack the art of authentic networking on LinkedIn — a topic every entrepreneur, coach, and B2B service provider needs to master in today’s digital age.

Bryce reveals the most common LinkedIn mistakes business owners make (and how to fix them), why blank connection requests actually perform better than long-winded messages, and how to use automation the right way without losing your personal touch.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why LinkedIn is not a sales platform — and what to do instead
• The simple sequence Bryce uses to turn cold connections into warm leads
• How to build trust and credibility through your profile before you send a single message
• Why commenting on your prospect’s post might be the smartest follow-up strategy
• How to “do LinkedIn the lazy way” — with systems and automation that keep your pipeline full
• The #1 thing you should never do on LinkedIn if you want to protect your reputation
  
  

Bryce also shares real examples from his own business, like how a simple “Congrats on the new role” comment reignited a cold lead and turned into a booked meeting. It’s proof that genuine relationships — not scripts — drive success.

Whether you’re tired of being ghosted after connection requests or you want to start getting real results from your LinkedIn outreach, this episode will show you how to network smarter, not harder.

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