Hiring the wrong people is one of the most expensive mistakes you can make in business. Wasted time, lost money, and a toxic work environment—it all starts with poor recruitment. In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt dives deep into the 10 biggest hiring mistakes entrepreneurs make and, more importantly, how to fix them . If you’re struggling to build a high-performing team, this is your wake-up call. No bollocks, no theory—just real-world hiring strategies that work. What You’l...
Jan 31, 2025•7 min
How Jigar Sagar Built a Business Empire in the UAE In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt interviews Jigar Sagar, a serial entrepreneur, investor, and mentor who’s empowering over 250,000 entrepreneurs worldwide. Jigar shares how he’s able to start a new business every 3 months, why Dubai is the ultimate destination for ambitious entrepreneurs, and how AI is shaping the future of work. This is a masterclass in creating scalable businesses, understanding financial intelligence, an...
Jan 25, 2025•1 hr 11 min
What separates those who build multi-million-pound companies from those who never get off the ground? Daniel Priestley, an award-winning entrepreneur and bestselling author, reveals the exact frameworks that turn startups into global success stories. From scaling businesses to positioning yourself as an industry leader, Daniel breaks down the strategies used by the world’s top entrepreneurs. Discover why most businesses struggle to grow, the one thing every founder gets wrong, and how to leverag...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 7 min
In this explosive episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Rob Moore is back to shake things up! Known for his unfiltered takes and unapologetic stance, Rob dives deep into why the UK’s economy is on its knees, how politicians are failing us, and what we need to do to save the future of entrepreneurship and innovation. As an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and investor, Rob has built multi-million-pound businesses and isn’t afraid to call out the government, tax systems, and even big banks. His ...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 18 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt dives into the psychology of success with Rola Diab, a high-impact results coach and business consultant. Rola has dedicated her career to empowering professionals by enhancing their clarity, confidence, and leadership skills. Whether you're struggling in your career, aiming to improve your leadership, or seeking personal transformation, this episode will give you actionable strategies to thrive. As Rola says, “If you don’t know your values ...
Jan 19, 2025•43 min
In these ‘Mic Drops,’ I’ll be spotlighting my favourite, most impactful moments from past episodes of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox. These are the moments that hit hardest, offer the most value, and deserve to be heard again. Elon Musk is famous for building multiple multi-billion-dollar companies and challenging conventional thinking. In this Mic Drop episode, Matt Haycox shares the most valuable lessons from Elon Musk’s life and business strategies that you can apply to your own journey. Key Ta...
Jan 17, 2025•6 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt talks with Jonathan Goodman, a best-selling author, business coach, and entrepreneur who built one of the most successful online fitness academies before completely rethinking what success truly means. From scaling a multi-million-dollar business to firing everyone and starting over, Jonathan shares his deeply personal journey and what it takes to find clarity, balance, and purpose. As Jonathan says, “Success doesn’t guarantee happiness—it c...
Jan 16, 2025•53 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt sits down with Marc Adams, entrepreneur, investor, and author of The Secrets to Selling Your Business and Cashing Out Tax-Free . Marc shares his wealth of expertise on how to exit your business smartly, avoid unnecessary taxes, and maximise your financial outcomes. Whether you're planning to sell soon or building towards an exit, this episode is packed with actionable advice that could save you millions. As Marc says, “Nine out of ten busine...
Jan 14, 2025•46 min
“Walking away doesn’t mean failure. It means making a smart, strategic decision." In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt dives into one of the toughest decisions any entrepreneur faces: knowing when to walk away from a project. Whether it’s failing numbers, lost passion, or an unsustainable toll on your life, sometimes the smartest move is to let go. This episode will help you figure out if it’s time to quit and how to do it the right way. What You’ll Learn: Why "never give up" i...
Jan 12, 2025•6 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt breaks down the harsh truths about why so many businesses fail and, more importantly, how to sidestep these common pitfalls. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode will challenge your mindset, help you identify key areas of improvement, and give you actionable strategies to thrive. As Matt says, “Being good at a skill doesn’t mean you’ll succeed in business. Running a business is a whole different ga...
Jan 09, 2025•5 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt dives deep with John Mark Fitzpatrick, a certified EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Implementer, to uncover how businesses can escape chaos, scale sustainably, and regain their sanity. If you’re a business owner who feels like the bottleneck in your own company, this episode will revolutionise the way you think about systems, accountability, and growth. As Matt says, “Most of us don’t build businesses—we scale chaos. EOS is about takin...
Jan 09, 2025•41 min
In these ‘Mic Drops’, I’ll be spotlighting my favourite, most impactful moments from past episodes of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox. These are the moments that hit hardest, offer the most value, and deserve to be heard again. In this ‘Mic Drop’ episode, I reflect on the strategic choices business owners face when it comes to marketing spend. Joined by Carl Runefelt, the conversation highlights the value of digital ads like Google and Facebook over traditional sponsorships, especially for small to...
Jan 08, 2025•6 min
In this no-nonsense episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , discover the ultimate 7-day roadmap to take your business idea from concept to reality. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to sharpen your skills, this episode is packed with actionable advice and unfiltered insights tailored for those with a millionaire mindset. Key Takeaways: Day 1: Research Like a Pro – Why understanding your customers and competition is crucial to avoid wasting time and ...
Jan 06, 2025•8 min
Get ready for 2025 with the most powerful lessons and actionable insights from our top podcast guests! This episode brings together the best advice from millionaire entrepreneurs, Olympic athletes, and industry experts who have transformed their lives and businesses. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to reinvent yourself, these lessons are packed with value to inspire and prepare you for success. What You’ll Learn: Personal Branding & Resilience: Brad Lea shares no-nonsense ...
Dec 30, 2024•32 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt sits down with JP de Villiers , a world-renowned high-performance coach specialiSing in clarity, purpose, and conscious leadership. With over two decades of experience, JP has guided top leaders toward achieving fulfillment and inner peace. His incredible journey—including recovering from a near-fatal accident and living as a Buddhist monk—has profoundly shaped his unique coaching philosophy. As JP says, "Life is a mirror. If you take care o...
Dec 29, 2024•1 hr 5 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt sits down with Carl Runefelt, the Bugatti-driving, crypto-billionaire who’s reshaping the financial world. From a supermarket worker to a global crypto entrepreneur, Carl doesn’t hold back as he shares the strategies, decisions, and mindset shifts that skyrocketed him to success. Carl challenges conventional thinking about money, investments, and life: “The fiat system is broken. Bitcoin is the future. If you want freedom, you need to own yo...
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Get ready for a transformative episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox that will revolutionise how you think about empathy. This is not just a buzzword; empathy is the game-changing skill you need to excel in your personal life and career. In this episode, we break down: Empathy vs. Sympathy – Understand the key differences and why they matter. Practical Benefits of Empathy – How it impacts relationships, mental health, and business success. Developing Empathy Skills – Proven strategies to sharp...
Dec 19, 2024•56 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , I sit down with Brad Lea—sales expert, entrepreneur, and the creator of the revolutionary training platform, Lightspeed VT. Brad’s incredible journey from being kicked out of his home as a teenager to becoming a multimillionaire is packed with raw, actionable advice for anyone ready to take their business and personal brand to the next level. Brad reveals: Why "Start now, get perfect later" is the secret to success. Every master was once a disast...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min
In this power-packed 7-minute episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, Matt dives into why so many entrepreneurs struggle to secure term sheets—and, more importantly, how to fix it. Whether it’s a weak pitch, poor financials, or targeting the wrong investors, Matt shares actionable steps to help you overcome these hurdles and close the deal. What You’ll Learn: How to craft a pitch that instantly grabs investors' attention. Why clear financials and proof of traction are non-negotiable. How target...
Dec 16, 2024•7 min
"If people don't understand what you're offering or how it benefits them, then they won't reach out to you." In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , we dive into a common but frustrating business challenge: low enquiries. Matt shares actionable tips to identify the root cause of this issue and, more importantly, how to solve it. Whether you’re struggling with unclear offers, targeting the wrong audience, or lacking visibility, this episode is packed with insights to help you turn thing...
Dec 14, 2024•7 min
“Competition keeps you on your toes and gives you something to strive for—but blindly copying others will never lead to success." In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt dives deep into the role of competition in business and why it’s both a blessing and a trap. He shares the importance of learning from competitors while staying true to your own vision and strategy. If you’ve ever been tempted to imitate a competitor’s every move, this episode is your wake-up call to break free an...
Dec 13, 2024•2 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt sits down with Jigar Sagar , a seasoned business expert who’s mastered the art of building companies by making tough decisions. Jigar doesn’t sugarcoat it: "Mediocre people are killing your business. Cut them and find the A-players." If you’re holding on to underperformers out of loyalty or sunk costs, this episode will challenge your mindset and show you why upgrading your team is the key to growth. Jigar shares actionable strategies to ide...
Dec 10, 2024•28 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, we uncover the transformative power of systems in scaling your business. Inspired by Traction by Gino Wickman, Matt shares how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) revolutionised the way he runs his businesses—turning chaos into clarity and effort into execution. As Matt explains, "Systems don’t just create structure; they create freedom." Without the right systems in place, businesses rely on their owners for everything, leading to burnout ...
Dec 09, 2024•7 min
"Websites should be machines for converting visitors into customers, not just digital brochures." In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , discover how Dotcom Secrets, Expert Secrets, and Traffic Secrets by Russell Brunson completely changed Matt’s approach to business. These books don’t just teach marketing; they offer a masterclass in storytelling, audience engagement, and driving conversions. Matt breaks down his favourite takeaways, including: Why traditional websites fail and how f...
Dec 05, 2024•7 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, Matt sits down with Rene Rodriguez, an international authority on leadership, communication, and persuasion. Rene shares why influence and magnetism are learned skills rather than innate traits, explaining that “leaders aren’t born—they’re made.” He breaks down the surprising science of communication, revealing that “words make up just 7% of meaning, tone adds 38%, and body language accounts for a whopping 55%.” Rene also dives into the art of sto...
Dec 03, 2024•19 min
You will NEVER be a productive entrepreneur without this simple hack: blue light blocking glasses . In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , Matt reveals how this surprising yet game-changing tool can boost your focus, energy, and sleep , helping you perform at your peak. As Matt says, "Poor sleep isn’t just bad for your health—it crushes your productivity. A good night’s sleep is your secret weapon for making better decisions." Spending hours glued to screens is part of the entrepreneu...
Dec 01, 2024•6 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , we take a deep dive into the stories behind the world’s most successful businesses and uncover the lessons they teach us about building and scaling companies. From the historic dominance of the East India Company to the game-changing innovation of Amazon and Apple , Matt unpacks the bold decisions, visionary leadership, and relentless execution that set these companies apart. As Matt says, "These companies didn’t just create products or services—...
Nov 27, 2024•12 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, we dive deep into the mind of Rob Moore, a £200 million entrepreneur, property mogul, and the creator of the Disruptive Entrepreneur podcast. Rob’s journey from a struggling artist to a global business leader is proof that with the right mindset, anything is possible. Rob doesn’t mince words: "Start now, get perfect later. Every master was once a disaster, and every winner was once a beginner." He shares how his father’s breakdown became the wake-...
Nov 25, 2024•39 min
In this episode and weekly round-up of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, I’m getting real about what’s been going on in my world and dropping some truths that might sting a little (but it’s for your own good). From spinning my wheels on the wrong things to finally getting my act together, I’m sharing what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how you can avoid making the same mistakes. Here’s what we’re talking about: Why 'Winging It' Isn’t Working for You: The cold, hard truth about why being unprepared is co...
Nov 20, 2024•10 min
In this episode of No Bollocks with Matt Haycox , we dive into the world of property investing with real estate expert and entrepreneur Matt Theriault. After hitting rock bottom and declaring bankruptcy, Matt turned his life around by diving into real estate, eventually building a seven-figure empire. His journey from financial ruin to financial freedom is proof of real estate’s power—and he believes it’s a path that anyone can follow. Matt doesn’t hold back: "Real estate is the final frontier w...
Nov 19, 2024•35 min
