In this episode of British Business with Matt Holland, Matt and co-host Tom McIlvenny (plus a cameo from Morgan Goodsmith) dive into one of the biggest productivity traps in business: being busy without being effective.

🧠 Why being “flat out” doesn’t always mean progress

⏳ Time management tips to get out of the weeds and back on strategy

📉 The hidden cost of doing low-value tasks as a founder

🤝 Delegation vs. micromanagement—how to step back without losing control

🧰 Tools & systems that free up your time (and mind)

🛑 How to spot when you’re being a “busy idiot” in your business

💡 Key Takeaway:Being busy isn’t the goal—building a business that works without you is. Know what only you should be doing, and delegate or automate the rest.

🔥 Whether you’re a solo founder or leading a growing team, this episode will help you regain focus, reclaim your time, and grow your business the smart way.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify | Watch on YouTube

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💬 What’s one task you’re still doing that you know you should delegate? Drop it in the comments and own it.

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