Navigating Entrepreneurship: Insights from Matt Haycox

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Matt Haycox, an experienced entrepreneur who shares insights from his 25 years in business, focusing on capital raising, the challenges of entering the tech space as a non-technical leader, and the impact of AI on business development. Haycox discusses his journey from traditional businesses to tech ventures, emphasizing the importance of understanding both technical and commercial aspects of business. He also highlights the value of learning from mistakes and building trust within teams. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Matt Haycox 02:52 Matt's Entrepreneurial Journey 05:46 Transitioning into Tech and SaaS 09:00 The Role of AI in Business Development 11:55 Understanding the Micro-SaaS Landscape 15:08 The Importance of a Good CTO 18:03 Learning from Mistakes in Business 21:05 Conclusion and Resources Links & Resources Connect with Matt Haycox on LinkedIn What Smart CTOs Are Doing Differently With Offshore Teams in 2025 Subscribe to the Global Talent Sprint Full Scale – Build your dev team quickly and affordably If you’re trying to get your team out of the basement and into real product ownership, this episode is your playbook. Stop being a ticket factory. Build teams that think, create, and lead. Follow the show, rate it, and send this to someone who’s still trying to do “real Scrum.” They need it more than you do.