Ep 338. The Wake-Up Call: Lamont Hairston on Hip Replacement, Recovery & Building a Business That Can Run Without You!

May 28, 2026

In this episode of The Side Hustle Squad Podcast, we sit down with Lamont Hairston from Hairston Property Management to talk about something every business owner eventually faces — health, recovery, and the importance of having a backup plan.

Lamont opens up about dealing with hip pain for more than two years before ultimately undergoing a full hip replacement surgery. We discuss the physical and mental toll it took on him, what recovery has looked like, and how it forced him to think differently about his business operations.

This episode is a reminder that as entrepreneurs, we often push through pain and put ourselves last while focusing on customers, employees, and growth. But what happens when your body tells you to slow down?

We also dive into:

• Why every business owner needs contingency plans in place
• Delegating work and building relationships with trusted companies
• Creating systems so your business can survive without you
• The importance of yearly physicals, blood work, and preventative healthcare
• Thinking long-term instead of just surviving the daily grind
• Lessons learned from being forced to step away from the field

A powerful conversation about health, leadership, and building a business that supports your life — not one that completely depends on you.

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