Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast

Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast

Are you a lazy entrepreneur who wants to work smarter, not harder? If so, you’re in the right place! Hosted by Kristy Yoder, CEO of SmartVAs and Meet5starVAs, this podcast is all about leveraging delegation, automation, systems and virtual assistants to scale your business efficiently—without doing everything yourself. Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, Kristy moved to the U.S. and grew her agency from a one-person operation to 70+ team members. Her business 10x’d within three months of hiring her first virtual assistant, and now she’s on a mission to help other overwhelmed entrepreneurs experience the same success. Each episode dives into proven strategies for delegation, outsourcing, automation, and productivity, featuring expert insights and real-world success stories. So, if you’re ready to achieve more by doing less, subscribe to Lazy Entrepreneur podcast and start building a business that runs without you doing it all!

Episodes

August 11, 2025 66 mins

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Why do so many entrepreneurs procrastinate—even when the stakes are high? In this episode of the Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, host Kristy dives deep with Robin J. Emdon, author of Get Resultsology: The Science of Getting Stuff Done, to uncover the biological, psychological, and practical roots of chronic procrastination in business.

Robin shares his personal journey of overcoming deep-seated procrastination and reveals w...

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Are you always busy, but your business isn't growing? You might be stuck doing $10 tasks, and it’s time to change that. This episode will change how you think about your daily work.

Kristy breaks down why most entrepreneurs fail, not because they don't work hard, but because they work on the wrong things. She also reveals the hidden cost of staying busy and shows you how to shift your focus from low-value wor...

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How do you manage two startups, mentor other founders, AND show up for your family without losing your mind?

In this episode, we dive deep into the challenging world of running multiple startups while maintaining work-life balance. Brian Lee, founder of both Gildre and Roamli, shares his journey from corporate CPG to entrepreneurship, revealing practical strategies for managing time, delegating effectively, and staying...

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Are you still reviewing every Instagram caption, tweaking emojis, and hovering over Canva like your business depends on it? If so, this episode is your wake-up call.

In today’s episode of The Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast, we’re diving into why micromanaging your social media is silently stalling your business growth—and what to do instead.

If you’re ready to step into your role as CEO (not content cop), you’ll want to hear...

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Alright, let's be honest. Many of us started a business to find freedom, but somehow ended up creating another job for ourselves—one where we're the boss and the bottleneck. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my own journey to escaping the daily grind and truly stepping into my CEO role.

I'll tell you about my personal "Groundhog Day" nightmare, where every Monday felt like m...

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“You have to become the person who does that big thing you want. You can’t do it as the person you are today—unless you’re already doing it.”

In this powerful episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder speaks with Tracie Root—coach, community builder, and founder of The Gather Community—about choosing boldness in life and business.

Tracie opens up about her shift from corporate life to entrepreneurship after ...

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Are you truly acting as the CEO of your business… or are you just operating it?

Many business owners proudly call themselves “CEO,” but in reality, they’re stuck in the daily grind—handling emails, chasing invoices, micromanaging their team, and never really leading. Sound familiar?

In this eye-opening episode, we tackle the crucial difference between being a true CEO and merely operating your business—and why this dist...

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"Ask for help. It sounds obvious, but most entrepreneurs don't know how to."

In this episode of Master Delegator, Kristy Yoder interviews Natanya Wachtel, founder of New Solutions Network and the Natanya Experience media platform. With expertise in behavioral science and entrepreneurship since 2008, Natanya bridges science, storytelling, business, and personal transformation.

Natanya candidly shares her f...

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In this episode of Master Delegator, we explore how entrepreneurs can implement Tim Ferriss's "The 4-Hour Workweek" principles in their actual businesses. We offer practical approaches to streamline your workload, automate repetitive tasks, and delegate effectively—allowing you to accomplish more while working less. 

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  • Pinpoint the critical 20% of tasks that yield 80% of your res...
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With AI tools popping up everywhere, many business owners are asking: Do I still need a VA? Can AI replace my team? The truth is, AI and VAs each have their own strengths, and knowing when to use automation versus delegation is the key to running an efficient, scalable business.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear game plan for what to automate with AI and what to delegate to a VA, so you can maxi...

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"There's gotta be another way...there has to be a better way."

In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder sits down with Scott Ritzheimer, a seasoned entrepreneur who has helped over 20,000 organizations start and scale. Despite beginning his entrepreneurial journey unexpectedly, Scott has built and sold successful businesses, bringing deep insights into the common challenges...

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Hey there, lazy entrepreneurs! Welcome back to Master Delegator, the podcast where we help you work smarter, not harder. Today, we’re diving into what it truly means to be a lazy entrepreneur—and why the most successful business owners embrace this mindset.

Forget the grind culture—real success comes from focusing on what actually moves the needle while outsourcing, automating, and building systems that keep your busin...

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What happens when you’re forced to step away from your business during its most challenging season? For Jeremy Harrison, founder of Spire and professional EOS Implementer, delegation wasn’t just a leadership strategy—it was the key to his company’s survival.

In this episode, Jeremy shares how trusting his team and implementing EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) allowed his business to thrive, even when he faced per...

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In this episode of The Master Delegator Podcast, We dive deep into a common but dangerous mindset that holds business owners back: the need to do it all. If you’ve ever struggled with delegating or felt like no one can do things as well as you, this episode is for you. Learn why letting go is so difficult, how it’s limiting your business growth, and actionable steps to start trusting your team and working smarter.

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In this episode of Master Delegator, We challenge the toxic hustle culture mindset and uncover what truly drives success. If you find yourself constantly busy but not making real progress, this episode is for you! Kristy discusses the difference between busyness and productivity, why working smart beats working hard, and how to leverage the 80/20 rule to scale your business efficiently. Plus, she tackles the biggest s...

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“The constant, proactive monitoring of your business’s profitability - that is a true growth strategy.”

In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder interviews Lance Johnson, a seasoned multi-business entrepreneur and the founder of Amplo Media, a digital marketing agency specializing in lead generation and customer acquisition. With a rich history of diverse entrepreneurial endeavors starting in his t...

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"Why do you feel like you need a video in the first place?"

In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Host Kristy Yoder interviews Chardeney Mason, a talented videographer and creative entrepreneur based in the Bay Area. Chardeney shares her dynamic journey from working remote jobs and temp positions to founding her own videography business, Chardeney Mason Creations.

Chardeney delves into the intricaci...

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"I just got to a point where I just realized if I'm going to sustain a business long term, I can't do this myself."

In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, host Kristy Yoder sits down with Gabe Gibitz, the founder of Blueguru Marketing, to explore the intersection of business marketing and theology. They highlight the importance of authenticity and trust in business communications.

Gabe Gibi...

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"Business is nothing more than a series of tasks that you get paid to do."

In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder interviews Shaun Whynacht from Bluecow Marketing, an expert in marketing automation dedicated to making business owners' lives easier by optimizing their workflow through automation. Shaun delves into the fundamental categorization of tasks – revenue-generating, potenti...

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“We don't chase freedom. We build it.”

In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder sits down with Elisabeth Bourke, the owner and chief system strategist at Afro Coach Operations agency. Elisabeth is dedicated to helping agencies and service providers streamline their operations for sustainability, reducing the risk of burnout, and achieving a healthier work-life balance.

Elisabeth shares her comp...

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