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EPISODE · Sep 17, 2025 · 53 MIN

From Meat Salesman to Successful Entrepreneur - "How I Made Money in My Pajamas"

from The Free Lunch · host Eddie Ross

Most entrepreneurs dream of making money in pajamas—but Michael Harty actually did it long before remote work became mainstream.In this episode, Eddie Ross sits down with Michael Harty, a serial entrepreneur who went from bartending and selling meat trucks to pioneering remote entrepreneurship in the '90s, long before "digital nomad" was a buzzword.You'll discover:✅ How Michael spotted lucrative opportunities that others missed✅ The "pajama" secret: why working remotely gave him an early edge✅ His biggest entrepreneurial regret—and how you can avoid the same mistake✅ Why moving quickly matters more than perfection (and how to master it)✅ The simple yet powerful leadership principle most bosses overlookThis isn’t another fluffy entrepreneur story. It's packed with honest lessons on spotting opportunities, scaling smartly, and building businesses that thrive without micromanagement.🎧 Chapters:00:00 – Michael’s Entrepreneurial Journey from Bartending to Business05:36 – The Truth About Selling Meat Trucks in France08:01 – Launching Madrid’s First Irish Bar: Lessons & Regrets12:02 – The One Attitude Every Great Team Needs16:22 – Why Micromanaging Is Secretly Killing Your Growth23:40 – How to Empower Your Team by Doing Less27:21 – Can Your Business Run Without You?30:52 – When (and How) to "Shoot the Horse" and Move On35:34 – The Entrepreneurial Gift of Knowing When to Sell39:03 – Leadership vs. Management: Getting Real Results45:42 – Why Overanalyzing Data Can Paralyze Your Business52:17 – The Authentic Leadership Advantage📌 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for actionable advice that helps you grow faster and lead better.📖 Grab Eddie’s Book "Where's My Free Lunch?"

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