Season 8 | Ep39 Matt Tyson on two life-changing exits and the personal cost of chasing growth

Episode notes

What’s the point in building a business if you lose everything at home? On this week’s episode of The RAG Podcast, I’m joined by Matt Tyson, founder of Knockout Consulting and former owner of two successful payroll companies. Matt has achieved what many founders dream of - two life-changing exits in 15 years. But behind the success was a personal cost he never expected. In his pursuit of business growth, he lost sight of the very reason he started - his family. In this deeply honest conversation, we discuss: How Matt built and exited two payroll businesses The pressure of selling a company during uncertain times What he’d do differently to protect his marriage and mental health Why emotional balance matters just as much as financial goals Strategies for building a business that doesn't cost you everything else If you’re a founder chasing an exit or deep in growth mode, this is a powerful reminder to check in on what really matters.

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