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February 3, 2025 19 mins

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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 struggles entrepreneurs face with delegation and shares actionable steps to help you work smarter, not harder.

Key Takeaways:

  • Productivity is about results, not activity
  • 80% of your results come from 20% of your efforts
  • Delegation is essential for scaling your business
  • Start with small steps to build delegation confidence


Episode Highlights:


The Illusion of Busyness

  • The crucial difference between being busy and being productive
  • Why packed schedules don't always equal progress
  • How to identify if you're trapped in the busyness cycle


Working Hard vs. Working Smart

  • Breaking down the misconception of constant hustle
  • Real-world example: Scaling a bakery business
  • Why working longer hours isn't the answer to growth


The 80/20 Rule in Action

  • Understanding the Pareto Principle in Business
  • How to identify your highest-impact activities
  • Practical applications for revenue and client management


Breaking Through Delegation Barriers

  • Common reasons entrepreneurs resist delegation
  • Overcoming perfectionism and control issues
  • Starting small with delegation: A step-by-step approach


Actionable Challenge:
Take 15 minutes today to audit your tasks. Identify your top 20% high-impact activities and pick one low-priority task to delegate or automate. Small shifts lead to big results!

Resources Mentioned:

  • Mailchimp
  • ConvertKit
  • Buffer
  • Hootsuite
  • QuickBooks
  • FreshBooks


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