Kristy Yoder
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 entrepreneu...
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Jun 29, 2026
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Episodes
Ep 217: I Fired Myself (And You Should Too) 16.06.2025 12:54
Send us Fan Mail 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" ni...
Ep 216: Making Bold Decisions in Business to Create a Freedom-Filled Life With Tracie Root 19.05.2025 56:43
Send us Fan Mail “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 c...
Ep 215: CEO vs. Business Operator: What’s the Difference? 12.05.2025 12:14
Send us Fan Mail 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 o...
Ep 214: From Toxic Productivity to True Freedom With Natanya Wachtel 21.04.2025 38:44
Send us Fan Mail "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 trans...
Ep 213: The 4-Hour Workweek in Real Life – How to Work Less & Achieve More 07.04.2025 20:05
Send us Fan Mail 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. What You'll Learn: Pinpoint the critical 20%...
Ep 212: AI vs. VAs: What Should You Automate vs. Delegate? 17.03.2025 11:51
Send us Fan Mail 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 dele...
EP 211: Breaking Free from the Founder’s Trap With Scott Ritzheimer 10.03.2025 48:29
Send us Fan Mail "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 insigh...
Ep 210: Why Lazy Entrepreneurs Are More Successful 03.03.2025 9:29
Send us Fan Mail 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, an...
Ep 209: How Delegation and Trusting My Team Saved My Business with Jeremy Harrison 24.02.2025 45:13
Send us Fan Mail 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 bus...
Ep 208: The Silent Killer of Business Growth: Your Need to Do It All 10.02.2025 16:47
Send us Fan Mail 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 trus...
Ep 207: Hustle Culture is a Scam—Here’s What You Should Be Doing Instead 03.02.2025 19:31
Send us Fan Mail 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 effic...
Ep 206 - The Secret Sauce to Building a Successful Business with Lance Johnson 20.01.2025 1:01:43
Send us Fan Mail “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 entr...
Ep 205: Key Considerations When Hiring a Videographer for Your Business with Chardeney Mason 04.11.2024 40:21
Send us Fan Mail "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 Creati...
Ep 204: Letting Go to Grow: Trusting Your Team to Scale Your Business with Gabe Gibitz 28.10.2024 48:59
Send us Fan Mail "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 tru...
Ep 203: Work Smarter, Not Harder: Benefits of Automating Processes with Shaun Whynacht 21.10.2024 49:06
Send us Fan Mail "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...
Ep 202: From Burnout to Balance: Policies and Processes to Thrive in Business with Elisabeth Bourke 14.10.2024 50:39
Send us Fan Mail “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...
Ep 201: Mastering Delegation: Lars Helgeson's Guide to CRM Selection and Work-Life Balance for Entrepreneurs 07.10.2024 43:16
Send us Fan Mail “Don't even think about what platform you're going to use or what you want to use until you have your requirements down.” In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder interviews Lars Helgeson, founder and CEO of Greenrope, a company offering a comprehensive CRM and marketing automation solution. Lars shares invaluable insights from his 25-year journey in...
Ep 200: Delegating Tasks Efficiently and Effectively with Smart VAs Operations Team 30.09.2024 57:51
Send us Fan Mail “You have to make sure that you set up your team for success.” In this special 200th episode of the Master Delegator podcast, host Kristy Yoder is joined by her Smart VAs Senior Operations team, Miguel, Lexxie, and Regine to dive deep into the art of delegating tasks to virtual assistants (VAs). With their extensive experience, they discuss powerful strategies and share personal a...
Ep 199 - Breaking Barriers: How Zuri Dacosta Supports Funding for Women in Business 23.09.2024 25:05
Send us Fan Mail “Companies run by women tend to be asked different questions when it comes to investors.” In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder discusses profoundly with Zuri Dacosta, the founder of Beanworx, a company dedicated to helping women-led businesses secure funding and close the equity gap. Zuri’s passion centers on providing alternative funding methods, such as...
Ep 198: Essential Tips for Mompreneurs: Setting Boundaries and Communicating Priorities 16.09.2024 42:19
Send us Fan Mail “If it hits the calendar, it's real. It's happening.” In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy sits down with Stephanie Polcyn, a seasoned business marketing strategist and podcast producer. Stephanie shares her remarkable journey from a corporate career to becoming a stay-at-home mom who homeschools her children, all while building a successful business....
Ep 197 - From Affordable to Invaluable: Overcoming Underpricing and Client Misunderstandings with Latesha Lynch 02.09.2024 42:36
Send us Fan Mail “Everybody should have an accountant or someone taking care of their finances.” In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder interviews Latesha Lynch, an entrepreneur and marketing strategist, who shares her transformative journey of self-growth and managing her business during challenging times. Lastesha’s story exemplifies the importance of leadership developmen...
Ep 196 - Embracing Delegation for Personal and Professional Growth with Christiane Schroeter 26.08.2024 41:02
Send us Fan Mail “Hire for character, train for skill” In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder interviews Christiane Schroeter, a full-time professor, business owner, and host of the podcast "Happy, Healthy Hustle." With a passion for increasing happiness and empowering female entrepreneurs, Christiane runs her business "Hello, Happynest" and focuses on ma...
Ep 195 - Overcoming Burnout as an Entrepreneur: Josi Dumont's Strategies for Success and Well-being 19.08.2024 35:23
Send us Fan Mail “The conscious choice to approach things differently, that is leadership.” In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, Kristy Yoder interviews Josi Dumont, a leadership and mindset coach who helps women turn self-doubt into self-trust and build authentic lives and businesses. As a coach, Josi focuses on helping women create and build their lives and businesses authentically,...
Ep 194 - Aligning Passion, Purpose, and Profession: Samir Abukhodair's Journey to Authentic Living 12.08.2024 50:12
Send us Fan Mail “Don't ever force something, because you're not going to produce good work.” In this episode of the Master Delegator podcast, we sit down with Samir Abukhodair, a former engineer turned tech project manager and producer who discovered a passion for coaching and mentoring. Samir shares his journey of transitioning from the corporate world to starting his own business, Cre...
Ep 193 - Slow Hiring, Kind Firing: Creating Aligned Teams With Catherine Bell 29.07.2024 45:43
Send us Fan Mail "There are times when the nice thing would be to keep somebody on, the kind thing would be to let them go." Unlock the secrets to self-aware leadership and effective delegation with our extraordinary guest, Catherine, founder and CEO of The Awaken Company. Learn from her journey of growing an agency from one person to a thriving 70+ member team, and discover the importan...
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