• EE 385 - Mentor Moment - Transforming Your Life with James McCormack
    2024/10/26

    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 in the last 5 years.

    To listen to the full episode, go to episode 302.

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    13 分
  • EE 384 - Banker Turned Builder: How David Jelly Reinvented Property Finance
    2024/10/24

    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 and insights that pushed him to start Property Bridges, a platform transforming how people invest in property.

    Through candid reflections on risk, failure, and resilience, David provides a roadmap for anyone feeling trapped in a corporate world and ready to pursue something meaningful.

    We discuss how technology can solve real-world problems and reshape industries, and David offers practical advice for founders looking to innovate. This is a story about breaking free from convention, building something impactful, and navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

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    1 時間 14 分
  • EE 383 - Mentor Moment - Consistently Good Not Occasionally Great - Rob Lipsett
    2024/10/20

    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 location-flexible, works off his own schedule, and has built a highly profitable business while doing it.

    This week, we delve into why you just need to make tiny wins daily as opposed to trying to achieve superhuman feats.

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    13 分
  • EE 382 - From $22M to Predicting Viral Stories: How Paul Quigley Is Changing Media Forever!
    2024/10/17

    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 the potential for groundbreaking startups emerging from global shifts like the COVID-19 pandemic and the advent of hybrid business models.

    With an ever-evolving media landscape, Paul and I dive into the complexities of news consumption. Social media has become the dominant source for many, especially younger generations, but it brings its own set of challenges. We talk about the role of bias, the rise of news influencers, and how political figures like Donald Trump shape public discourse. Our conversation touches on the importance of curation and factual reporting, highlighting outlets that blend traditional journalism with modern platforms, while pondering the role of AI and influencers in redefining media norms.

    Balancing innovation with maintaining success is a fine art, and Paul offers insights into his personal approach to mental and physical well-being. From sea swimming to silent retreats, he underlines the importance of managing the 'noise' in one's head. We reflect on the significance of curiosity and passion in business, underscoring the necessity of effective storytelling and marketing in building a successful brand. Financial security's impact on the entrepreneurial journey also features in our discussion, revealing the personal sacrifices and dedication required to thrive in the ever-changing media landscape.

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    1 時間 9 分
  • EE 381 - Transforming Men's Healthcare: The Sons Journey with Will and Adrian
    2024/10/10

    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 stigma surrounding hair loss.

    With backgrounds in business and science, they offer a fresh perspective on making hair loss treatments relatable and affordable, all while navigating the challenges of launching a healthcare brand during tumultuous times.

    Throughout our conversation, Will and Adrian reveal the hurdles they overcame in launching Sons, from validating their business concepts to leveraging their networks for investment. The duo shares their strategic decisions in marketing, including the bold move to invest in TV advertising, which proved vital for building trust with their audience. As they recount their entrepreneurial journey, they touch on the impact of global events like Brexit and the pandemic, offering valuable insights into their adaptive strategies and the importance of creativity and risk-taking.

    As we wrap up, Will and Adrian candidly discuss the balance between personal life and business growth, highlighting their transparency with both their team and investors. They delve into the challenges of fund-raising, the shift from revenue focus to profitability, and the joy and complexity of balancing family life amidst entrepreneurial ambitions. With an eye on the future, they share their plans for European expansion and the potential for Sons to lead in the men's healthcare market. This episode is a treasure trove of inspiration and practical advice for anyone aspiring to make waves in the healthcare industry.

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    1 時間 14 分
  • EE 380 - Idea Lab - The Art of Compounding Experiment - One Month Update
    2024/10/08

    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 philosophy for this experiment.

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    20 分
  • EE 379 - Mentor Moment - Radical Honesty Builds Trust - Charlie Butler
    2024/10/06

    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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsg_1O8x0l8&t=524s

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    14 分
  • EE 378 - Nothing Is As Bad As It Seems: Luke Joyce’s Top Mindset Hacks for Entrepreneurs
    2024/10/03

    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 job for himself to a thriving business offers a powerful testament to the impact of a positive outlook and innovative thinking.

    Despite multiple setbacks, Luke has taken the next logical step at every crucial turn and is now on the verge of building an empire.

    We also discuss the importance of mentorship, employee empowerment, and the transformative power of gratitude and goal-setting.

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    1 時間 34 分