How to Win in Business and Marriage (Without Burning It All Down) with Mike & Kass Lazerow
How to Win in Business and Marriage (Without Burning It All Down) with Mike & Kass Lazerow  
Podcast: The Mello Millionaire with Tommy Mello
Published On: Fri Jan 16 2026
Description: Kass and Mike Lazerow are serial entrepreneurs, early-stage investors, and New York Times bestselling authors, best known for their company's $745 million acquisition by Salesforce in 2012. As co-founders of GOLF.com and Buddy Media, they helped shape the early digital and social media landscape. Kass and Mike have founded multiple ventures and backed more than 100 startups, including breakout successes like Scopely and Liquid Death. In total, the companies they’ve built and supported have generated more than $10 billion in realized value.Today, Kass and Mike operate a diverse portfolio spanning venture capital, healthcare, executive recruiting, and sports. Their debut book, Shoveling $h!t: A Love Story About the Entrepreneur’s Messy Path to Success, became an instant bestseller for its candid look at what building real businesses actually demands. Known for their clarity, discipline, and long-term mindset, Kass and Mike are widely respected voices on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the realities behind sustainable success.Check Out My Social Media:Tiktok  ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymelloInstagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/My other podcast:Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33GLive Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions00:00 The Entrepreneurial Journey Begins02:00 Building Successful Companies06:02 Investing in the Future09:50 Navigating Post-Exit Challenges15:12 The Role of Emotional Intelligence20:05 Advice for New Entrepreneurs25:11 The Importance of Health and Longevity29:52 Final Thoughts and Book Recommendations