Do Less, Better: The Counter-Intuitive Path to Growth with Derek Fredrickson

The Everlasting Fulfilment Podcast

The Everlasting Fulfilment Podcast
Do Less, Better: The Counter-Intuitive Path to Growth with Derek Fredrickson
Jun 27, 2025 Episode 71
Nico Van de Venne - Legally Certified confidant for entrepreneurs, executives and founders

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Have you hit that frustrating plateau in your business where everything feels harder than it should? Derek Fredrickson from The COO Solution reveals the counterintuitive secret that unlocked growth for countless entrepreneurs: doing less, better.

This conversation tackles the entrepreneurial trap that keeps visionaries stuck - the belief that nobody can do things as well as you can. Derek shares wisdom from 17 years of helping business owners break through their glass ceilings by finding the right support at the right time. You'll discover the critical difference between what you could do versus what you should do, and learn a simple framework that instantly clarifies which tasks deserve your focus.

The discussion explores how support evolves as your business grows, from virtual assistants handling basic tasks to online business managers coordinating operations, and eventually to a trusted second-in-command who can truly run your business alongside you. Most importantly, Derek and Nico discuss the profound dual benefits of proper delegation: not just Return on Investment (ROI), but also "Fun on Investment" (FOI) - the renewed energy and passion you experience when focusing on your zone of genius.

For entrepreneurs feeling isolated or overwhelmed, this episode offers both practical strategies and emotional reassurance. Building the right team isn't just about growing your business - it's about reclaiming the joy and purpose that inspired you to become an entrepreneur in the first place.

Ready to break free from founder syndrome and scale your business without sacrificing your wellbeing? Take the next step by visiting thecoosolution.com to discover what level of support your business needs right now.

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