Best Entrepreneurshipbusiness Podcasts (2025)

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EE 405 - From 0 to 300 Million Users: The Growth Story of Sean Blanchfield’s Startups 1:55:00

4d ago1:55:00

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In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Sean Blanchfield, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Demonware, PageFair, and Jentic, to unpack his journey from student entrepreneur to scaling and selling tech companies. Sean shares candid insights into the early days of launching startups in Ireland, how Demonware became…

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EE 404 - From €10K Investment to Multimillion-Euro Beauty Empire: Aimee Connolly’s Story 1:11:05

11d ago1:11:05

1:11:05

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Aimee Connolly, the powerhouse founder behind Sculpted by Aimee. From working on makeup counters at 16 to building one of Ireland’s most successful beauty brands, Aimee shares her incredible journey of bootstrapping her way to the top. She reveals the bold steps she took—cold e…

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EE 403 - We Raised $54 million & Here’s What We Learned - The Protex AI Story - Part II with Dan Hobbs & Ciaran O'Mara 1:26:11

19d ago1:26:11

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Two of our all-time favourite guests return to the pod to announce their $36 million fundraising round! In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Dan Hobbs & Ciarán O’Mara, the co-founders of Protex AI, a startup using computer vision to prevent workplace accidents before they happen. They first appeared on the podcast…

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EE 402 - The 2025 Wealth Playbook: How to Get Rich & Stay Happy - Sahil Bloom 1:35:16

26d ago1:35:16

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Sahil Bloom went from private equity investor to one of the most influential creators and investors in the world—without a plan. In this episode, he shares his founder formula for success, why money isn’t the answer, and the hidden struggles behind entrepreneurship. We discuss defining your own version of wealth, battling imposter syndrome, and the…

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EE 401 - Brewing Success: Colin Harmon's Journey from Spare Room to 3fe Coffee Empire 1:34:37

1M ago1:34:37

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In this episode, we sit down with Colin Harmon, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed Ireland’s coffee culture. From starting as a barista to building 3fe, one of Ireland's most respected coffee brands, Colin shares his journey of entrepreneurship, branding, and the shifting landscape of social spaces. We explore: Why traditional social spaces l…

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EE 400 - Ask Me Anything - AMA episode with Gary 1:03:40

1M ago1:03:40

1:03:40

With 400 episodes under my belt, I'm turning the mic on myself to share the origins of this passion project that started as a side experiment and grew into a full-fledged business. This is an AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode where I answer all the questions you sent in over the last few weeks. How does the pod make money? What do I look for in a guest…

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EE 399 - The Formula for Scaling a Premium Brand with Mary Sadlier - Coole Swan 1:28:56

2M ago1:28:56

1:28:56

Join Gary as we sit down with Mary Sadlier, the powerhouse behind Coole Swan, the premium Irish cream brand taking the world by storm. From navigating challenges to owning 3% of the U.S. market, Mary shares her journey of resilience, innovation, and growth. In this episode, you'll discover: How Mary overcame setbacks to scale Coole Swan globally. T…

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EE 398 - Think Like a Founder: Brain Mastery Special with Keith Barry 1:25:48

2M ago1:25:48

1:25:48

In this brain special of The Entrepreneur Experiment, we dive deep into the world of mental mastery with renowned brain hacker Keith Barry. Known for his groundbreaking work in hacking the human mind, Keith helps individuals and corporations achieve sustainable, meaningful change at a neurological level. In this episode, Keith shares: The art and s…

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EE 397 - 2025 Founders’ Forecast: Nadia Adan & Michael Corcoran’s Bold Predictions 1:04:29

2M ago1:04:29

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Welcome to the final podcast of 2024. In this special episode recorded live at the first-ever guests reunion in Dublin, I sit down with two of my most popular guests, Nadia Adan and Michael Corcoran. We look back on the highs and lows of 2024 sharing the lessons, wins and learnings from the year. With over 70 founders in the audience, we also delve…

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EE 396 - Behind the Scenes of Building a Unicorn with Jack Pierse 1:53:53

3M ago1:53:53

1:53:53

What does it take to create a unicorn startup? Jack Pierse, co-founder of Wayflyer, and now co-founder of HappyStack joins us to discuss the thrilling journey of building one of the most successful startups in recent years. From securing millions in funding to scaling operations across the globe, Jack shares invaluable insights into the entrepreneu…

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EE 395 - Ireland’s Best-Kept Entrepreneurial Secret - The Untold Story of John Dennehy 1:46:25

3M ago1:46:25

1:46:25

Imagine selling your startup for $18 million in less than a year—only to watch it vanish into thin air when the dot-com bubble burst. Sounds like a wild ride? That’s just the beginning of John Dennehy’s incredible journey. John is one of Ireland’s most successful (and underrated) serial founders. He’s the only entrepreneur I know who’s managed to s…

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EE 394 - Mentor Moment - James Whelton - Find Joy in the Process 9:03

3M ago9:03

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Every great founder needs a mentor. That is why every single week, I bring you a new one. In this Mentor Moment, James Whelton dives into the importance of finding joy in the process over just chasing outcomes. He shares a key insight: if you're spending 90% of your time on the journey, it only makes sense to enjoy it. James reflects on his own exp…

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EE 392 - The Disruptive World of Dylan Collins - The Founders Formula for Serial Success 2:03:19

3M ago2:03:19

2:03:19

What does it take to build the backbone of one of the biggest gaming franchises in history and revolutionize digital safety for kids? In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Dylan Collins, the mastermind behind Demonware and SuperAwesome. Dylan shares the story of creating Demonware, the tech infrastructure that powe…

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EE 391 - Mentor Moment - Ray Nolan - Don't look to people to solve your problems 9:18

3M ago9:18

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Today's mentor is serial founder & investor, Ray Nolan. Ray built and sold Hostelworld for one of Ireland's biggest tech sales at the time for $500 million. He gives us a brutally honest assessment of the entrepreneur ecosystem in Ireland and the faults in the political support or lack of it. If you want to listen to the full episode with Ray, go b…

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EE 390 - €0 to €100 Million: How Phillip McGlade Built Europe’s Top Aesthetic Empire 1:05:33

3M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

In this episode, I sit down with Phillip McGlade, the CEO of Therapie Clinics, to uncover the secrets behind building Europe’s largest aesthetics chain—a business turning over €100 million annually. With 77 clinics across the globe, Therapie has become a household name in beauty and wellness. But Phillip isn’t stopping there; he’s now expanding int…

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EE 389 - Why Most Restaurants Fail – Conor Sheridan’s $25M Mission with Nory 1:20:06

4M ago1:20:06

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In this episode, Gary sits down with Conor Sheridan, the mastermind behind Mad Egg & Nory, to dive into the nitty-gritty of the restaurant world and how he's shaking things up. This is the second time Conor has been on the pod and we catch up on a whirlwind few years for Conor as he raised $25 million to build Nory, the operating system for restaur…

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EE 388 - World Exclusive - Founder Reveals Stealth Startup & Reveals Famous Investors for the First Time - Will O'Brien 1:21:22

4M ago1:21:22

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Today, we have a world exclusive. Will O'Brien unveils his stealth startup to the world for the first time. Will is my pick for the rising star of season 22 and this episode will clearly show why. Not only is he backed by some of the hottest investors in the world, he is solving a problem that could potentially save the world. Will shares the ratio…

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EE 387 - Mentor Moment - Write Better, Sell More - Eamon Fitzgerald 13:51

4M ago13:51

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Every great founder needs a mentor. That is why every single week, I bring you a new one. Bad writing and communication is holding your business back. Learn how to unlock this marketing superpower in today's Mentor Moment. Eamon Fitzgerald has used writing and in particular email newsletters to grow a business worth millions. Eamon is the founder o…

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EE 386 - The Marketing Genius Behind Whoop: Briain Curtin’s Playbook for Everyday Athletes & Sports Superstars 1:33:08

4M ago1:33:08

1:33:08

Today, we sit down with Briain Curtin, the Irishman leading the marketing behind one of my favourite brands, Whoop. I've been using Whoop since 2019 to elevate my fitness, help recovery and guide me on my longevity journey. As VP of Global Marketing, Briain is the brains behind campaigns with global superstars such as Rory McIlroy, Christiano Ronal…

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EE 385 - Mentor Moment - Transforming Your Life with James McCormack 12:47

4M ago12:47

12:47

Every top founder needs a great mentor. Each week, I bring you a brand new mentor who can help you on your journey. This week is a great friend of mine, my real-life mentor and accountability buddy, James McCormack. In this raw episode, he shares the moment when he knew his life must change and the dramatic steps he took to reshape his entire world…

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EE 384 - Banker Turned Builder: How David Jelly Reinvented Property Finance 1:14:01

4M ago1:14:01

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In this episode, I sit down with David Jelly, founder of Property Bridges, to explore his fascinating transition from the fast-paced world of banking to becoming a trailblazer in PropTech. David shares his journey of becoming disillusioned with the traditional financial system and his bold leap into entrepreneurship. He reveals the critical moments…

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EE 383 - Mentor Moment - Consistently Good Not Occasionally Great - Rob Lipsett 13:05

4M ago13:05

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Every succcessful founder I've met has a mentor. Each week I bring you a new mentor so you can access some of the world's best founders and have them for 10 minutes each week to guide you for the week ahead. Your mentor this week is health and fitness entrepreneur Rob Lipsett. Rob is a regular guest on the pod as he represents a new breed of locati…

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EE 382 - From $22M to Predicting Viral Stories: How Paul Quigley Is Changing Media Forever! 1:09:05

5M ago1:09:05

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Paul Quigley, the founder of Newswhip, shares his extraordinary journey from the legal world to becoming a trailblazer in media analytics. We analyse the early days of the Irish startup scene, where camaraderie and a post-economic crash environment gave rise to companies like Intercom and Boxever. Drawing parallels to today's world, Paul discusses …

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EE 381 - Transforming Men's Healthcare: The Sons Journey with Will and Adrian 1:13:45

5M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Will and Adrian, the innovative minds behind Sons, a trailblazing men's healthcare brand, share their journey of transforming male pattern hair loss treatment with honesty and accessibility. Their personal experiences with subpar hair loss clinics drove them to create a brand that not only delivers evidence-based solutions but also shatters the sti…

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EE 380 - Idea Lab - The Art of Compounding Experiment - One Month Update 19:46

5M ago19:46

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In this week's Idea Lab, I share the progress from our finance experiment. Every day for 12 months, I am investing €10 into Bitcoin and €10 into the stock market. Today, I reveal the one-month update and share the progress so far. Have we made a profit or loss, and what has he learned so far. I also share the three books that have shaped my philoso…

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EE 379 - Mentor Moment - Radical Honesty Builds Trust - Charlie Butler 13:47

5M ago13:47

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Each week I bring you a brand new mentor to guide your founder journey. This week, it's Charlie Butler, the CEO & co-founder of Bounce Insights. Charlie's episode was one of the most popular from 2023. Today, he teaches us the art of having radically honest conversations and how this is the bedrock for building trust. Check out the full podcast htt…

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EE 378 - Nothing Is As Bad As It Seems: Luke Joyce’s Top Mindset Hacks for Entrepreneurs 1:34:21

5M ago1:34:21

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Meet my Rising Star pick for season 20, Luke Joyce, the founder of The Cleaning Company. Each season, I pick one founder I believe is an exceptional talent and who I believe will go all the way to the top. Luke ticks every box I look for in a founder: hard-working, self-aware, with unstoppable ambition. His journey from creating a simple college jo…

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EE 377 - Mentor Moment - "We Lost Our Entire Business Overnight - This is How we Survived" - Kealan Lennon 14:57

5M ago14:57

14:57

Each week I bring you a brand new mentor to guide your founder journey. This week, it's Kealan Lennon, the founder of Clevercards. He teaches us his exact playbook for survival when it looks like your entire business will collapse. This week is about resilience and survival against the odds. Watch full episode: https://rebrand.ly/mmkealan --- Thank…

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EE 376 - Unlock the Power of Intentional Thinking and Urgent Action with Eamon Leonard 1:24:47

5M ago1:24:47

1:24:47

In this episode, host Gary Fox sits down with Eamon Leonard, the visionary behind Broadstone Baseline and This Next Thing for an inspiring deep dive into the world of impactful event curation, startup investing, and the intricacies of the entrepreneurial journey. Discover how Eamon, alongside Paul Campbell and Abby Phoenix, masterfully orchestrates…

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EE 375 - Mentor Moment - How to disrupt an entire industry with Alice Carroll, co-founder Foxes Bow 16:44

5M ago16:44

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Each week, I bring you a new mentor. This week, your mentor is Alice Carroll, co-founder of Foxes Bow Irish Whiskey. Today, she teaches us how to dominate an industry, by turning your perceived weakness into a superpower. Listen to full episode with Alice: https://rebrand.ly/mmalice --- Thanks to my season partners Local Enterprise Office: https://…

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EE 374 - Fearless Growth: How Oonagh O'Hagan Built a Pharmacy Empire 1:11:05

6M ago1:11:05

1:11:05

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, host Gary Fox sits down with Oonagh O'Hagan, the dynamic founder of Meaghers Pharmacy. Oonagh shares her inspiring journey from running a single pharmacy to expanding to ten locations in a short span, while also building a thriving online presence. She discusses the importance of embracing mistakes, f…

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EE 373 - Mentor Moment - Lessons from Professional Sports Star Turned CEO - Jeff Hopkins 13:22

6M ago13:22

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Each week I bring you a new mentor. This week, your mentor is former pro golfer Jeff Hopkins, founder of New Dimensions Active. Jeff gives us an insight into the lessons he learned from the world of professional elite sports and how he applies them to win in the business world. To listen to the full episode with Jeff, go back to episode 285. --- Th…

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EE 372 - The Billion Euro Property Playbook: Greener, Smarter, Sustainable Growth with David O'Meara 1:09:41

6M ago1:09:41

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Enter Growing Further Awards Here: https://bit.ly/3Lia2tn Unlock the secrets of thriving in sustainable real estate with industry expert David O'Meara from the Greenman Group and the Growing Further Awards. From his humble beginnings on a farm to leading innovative supermarket-anchored property investments in Germany, David takes us through his rem…

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EE 371 - Idea Lab - 6 Books Every Founder Must Read 10:05

6M ago10:05

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The Founder Formula for success covers six areas. Today, I give you the six books you must read to master each area. Watch the video for my full reviews but if you can't wait, here is the full list. Brain: Atomic Habits by James Clear https://amzn.to/4dUFdHP Body: Outlive by Dr Peter Attia https://amzn.to/3XrVJbA Business: The Lean Startup by Eric …

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EE 370 - Selling Supercars on Social Media - Viral Sensation Nadia Adan 1:14:12

6M ago1:14:12

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Unlock the secrets to skyrocketing your business sales by leveraging social media with insights from Nadia of Ashford Motors, a powerhouse in the luxury car market. We delve into why sex still sells, how she uses Instagram to sell and why buying an electric car is a terrible investment. Nadia left behind a promising finance career to start from scr…

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EE 369 - Idea Lab - Unveiling The Founder Formula 22:20

6M ago22:20

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Over the last 5 years, I've interviewed hundreds of founders to uncover the founder's formula for success. I’ve taken the learnings from all my interviews and shaped a framework for success across six key areas. Brain, Body, Business, Family/Friends, Finances and Fun. This podcast is about creating experiments for ourselves so that we can devise ou…

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EE 368 - Mentor Moment - When to Quit and When to Commit - David Hartigan 11:25

6M ago11:25

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Each week, I bring you a brand new mentor to help you build your own Founder Formula for success. Today, your mentor is David Hartigan, the founder of Hemp Heros. He teaches us when to commit everything to your business and give up your safety net. Check out the Full Podcast Episode with David Hartigan, CEO of Hemp Heros - https://www.youtube.com/w…

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EE 367 - Driven by Data - Meet The Irish Company Powering the World's Transport Companies 1:12:16

6M ago1:12:16

1:12:16

Unlock the secrets to smarter, more efficient public transport systems with our guest, Brian O'Rourke, CEO & co-founder of CitySwift. From running buses to concerts in Croke Park & Slane, Brian and his co-founder Alan Farrelly, have see all sides of the bus transport infastructure. This led them to strike gold with their idea to unlock the millions…

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EE 366 - Mentor Moment - How to Scale Your Company with Venture Money & Strategic Acquisitions - Nick Keegan 13:05

6M ago13:05

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Nick Keegan, the CEO & co-founder of MailMetrics is your mentor this week. He teaches us how to use venture debt and company acquisitions to supercharge your company growth. Check out the full podcast here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPRHfAvJGC0 --- Thanks to my Partners - Visit them to support the podcast Growing Further: https://bit.ly/3Lia…

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EE 365 - Vision to Reality: Laura Bonner's Journey with Muff Liquor and Celebrity Investors 1:20:41

6M ago1:20:41

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This episode will surprise you. I speak with one of the most open and honest founders I've had on this podcast. She is the perfect blend of ambition and authenticity. Laura Bonner, founder of The Muff Liquor Company, shares how she landed celebrity investors like Russell Crowe, Ed Sheeran, Jimmy Carr, Ronan Keating and Ryan Tubridy. Laura takes us …

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EE 364 - Inside The Venture Capital Brain - Secret Insights from the VC World with DC 1:30:49

7M ago1:30:49

1:30:49

Get ready to be inspired by the extraordinary DC Cahalane, a cornerstone of Ireland's startup landscape. In this episode, DC unpacks his fascinating transition from entrepreneur to venture capitalist. We'll delve into the secrets of the close-knit Irish entrepreneurial community and how DC's introverted nature blends perfectly with his professional…

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EE 363 - Prof. Stephen Kinsella - “The Next Economic Crisis will be caused by…” 1:32:11

7M ago1:32:11

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I am joined by the distinguished Professor Stephen Kinsella, a leading economist with a deep understanding of the Irish economy. Professor Kinsella brings Economics 101 to our founders, answering the pressing questions on how the economy operates, the intricacies of inflation, and the practical implications for businesses. Whether you're an early-s…

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EE 362 - Mentor Moment - Turning Ideas to Reality - Ian Browne - MD NDRC 11:49

7M ago11:49

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Your Mentor Moment this week is with Ian Browne. Ian Browne is the MD at NRDC. In this episode, we learn the key secrets to turning ideas to reality by truly understanding your customer problems. --- Thanks to my Partners - Visit them to support the podcast Growing Further: https://bit.ly/3Lia2tn Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF…

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EE 361 - Finance & Crypto Special Episode with Paul Grewal - Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal 26:50

7M ago26:50

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Special episode with Paul Grewal, the Chief Legal Officer of Coinbase. I've been a user and fan of Coinbase since 2016 so to get the opportunity to sit down with Paul was incredible. We talk about why Ireland is perfectly placed to become a global fintech & crypto hub. We also do a deep dive into the broader crypto world. This was recorded at Dubli…

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EE 360 - Mentor Moment - Don't Start This Business in Ireland - Ciaran Crean, co-founder MicksGarage 12:13

7M ago12:13

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Today our mentor is Ciaran Crean the co-founder of MicksGarage.com and WaveOMS. We discuss whether Ireland is simply the wrong place to start certain types of businesses. To hear the full interview with Ciaran, go back to episode 243. --- Thanks to my Partners - Visit them to support the podcast Growing Further: https://bit.ly/3Lia2tn Iconic Office…

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EE 359 - From Navy Officer to Global Entrepreneur: The Journey of Andy Mackin 1:08:01

7M ago1:08:01

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Unlock the secrets of entrepreneurial success and personal growth with Andy Mackin, the founder of the Mackin Group. In this engaging episode, Andy shares his incredible journey from a Navy officer global entrepreneur. Discover how calculated risks, a growth mindset, and celebrating small wins can transform your business trajectory, no matter where…

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EE 358 - Mentor Moment - How Do You Build a Fully Remote Company - Aidan O'Shea, co-founder Otonomee 11:12

8M ago11:12

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Your mentor today is Aidan O'Shea, the co-founder of Otonomee. He is going to teach us how to build a fully remote company from the ground up. We cover everything from hiring to sales. If you are struggling to adapt to hybrid working or want to improve your remote company, this is for you. If you want to listen to the full episode, go to episode 25…

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EE 357 - Selling 50 Million Drinks Per Year - Gary Lavin & Unstoppable Rise of VITHIT 1:14:48

8M ago1:14:48

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Gary Lavin is the founder of VITHIT, Europe's leading health drink. In this episode, Gary reveals how he grew the brand from going door to door in Ireland to now selling over 50 million bottles per year. He shares his founder philosophy, marketing secrets and why he believes VITHIT could not be started in 2024. From a bootstrapped tiny business to …

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EE 356 - Mentor Moment - Always Take The Money - Dan Fox, founder & CEO of Johnson Hanna 10:25

8M ago10:25

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Today, our mentor is Dan Fox, the founder and CEO of Johnson Hanna. He walked away from life as a barrister to disrupt the entire legal industry. By applying a layer of tech & leverage, Johnson Hanna are forging an entirely new career path for legal professionals worldwide. His lessons is around raising money and why he thinks you should always tak…

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EE 355 - Selling 51% Of My Business For €473 MILLION - The Barry Napier Story 1:24:42

8M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

Barry Napier joins Gary Fox for a deep dive interview on his founder formula for success. Barry sold 51% of his company, Cubic Telecom, for €473 million in November 2023. This valued the company at over €900 million or over $1 billion dollars. He reveals how he secured deals with Audi and Tesla, which transformed Cubic's direction. His story is not…

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