Are you pouring time, money, and energy into something that just isn’t working? Today we talk about the “dead horse” strategy and why people cling to bad ideas, failing partnerships, underperforming staff, or side hustles that should’ve ended long ago. We share real stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical tools to help you spot the signs early and move on before it costs you big.
On this episode, we discuss:
- (00:00) Intro
- (00:18) What Is the “Dead Horse” Strategy?
- (01:29) Marty’s Real Estate Side Hustle That Distracted the Business
- (03:12) Jase’s Gin Business Detour and the Emotional Cost of Persistence
- (04:33) The Sunk Cost Trap: When You’ve Invested Too Much to Quit
- (06:01) Buying More on the Dip: The Investor’s Version of a Dead Horse
- (06:43) Relationships with Referrers: When the Leads Just Don’t Come
- (08:10) Setting Expectations and Knowing When to Walk Away
- (10:25) Letting Go of Team Members Sooner: Why It’s Crucial for Growth
- (13:14) How Business Maturity Forces Harder, Faster Decisions
- (14:51) Case Study: The Fall of Godfreys and Failure to Pivot
- (17:34) How to Spot a Dead Horse in Business Before It’s Too Late
- (20:23) Don’t Go It Alone: Accountability Buddies and Advisory Boards
- (21:15) Have a Crack—But Know When to Cut Your Losses
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Hosts:
Nick Reilly
Jason Robinson
Martin Vidakovic
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