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What if the biggest obstacle to business growth isn't sales, marketing, or operations—but the way your people are being led? In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, I sit down with Kristy Wojnicki, founder of The Woj Group, to discuss what it really means to build a human-first business. With extensive experience in HR, operations, talent development, and leadership at both startups and major organizations like LinkedIn, Kristy shares practical strategies for creati...

What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn't your product, service, or sales strategy—but the fact that nobody knows who you are? In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, I sit down with Morgan Snyder, founder of Thought Leader Today, to discuss why founders, CEOs, and business leaders need to stop hiding behind their companies and start building their personal brands. Morgan shares how thought leadership, authentic content, and strategic visibility can...

AI is everywhere right now — but are businesses relying on it too much? In this episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, Kristy interviews Aaron Battista, Managing Partner of Ember Company, about the real impact of AI on leadership, branding, customer experience, and entrepreneurship. Rather than chasing trends, Aaron shares why founders should focus on building strong teams, authentic brands, and meaningful customer relationships first. This conversation explores where AI c...

Most founders don’t fail because they lack effort—they fail because they refuse to let go. In this episode, Carol Schultz shares why doing everything yourself is the fastest way to stall your business growth and how to finally step into your role as a true CEO. In this episode, we cover: What “founder syndrome” really looks likeWhy CEOs attending too many meetings is a problemThe difference between a Chief of Staff, COO, and Executive AssistantWhen your business is ready f...

What if the reason your business isn’t growing isn’t your strategy—but the questions you’re asking? In this episode, Charles Gaudet breaks down how entrepreneurs can unlock predictable growth, overcome fear, and build a business that creates real freedom. In this episode, we cover: The real definition of freedom (and why it’s not what you think)Why some entrepreneurs stay solopreneurs—and others scaleThe hidden fears that block business growthHow to turn your biggest weakn...

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 nineBecoming homeless at fifteen and learning “whatever it takes”Turning rejection into fuel (including MBA school rejections)Why talent is the #1 driver of business successFoun...

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 t...

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 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...

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 unlo...

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 actual...

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, ...