We Built This Business

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  • Grow your business by listening in to the stories of UK entrepreneurs! Each week Daniel Osullivan interviews UK entrepreneurs who are building their business today. Whether you're starting, building or aspiring to build a business, this podcast gives you access to experienced UK entrepreneurs and insight on how they started and grew their business. We will discuss the ups and the downs and everything in between as well as the mindset it takes to build a business. Hopefully we can all learn something along the way. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted.
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Grow your business by listening in to the stories of UK entrepreneurs! Each week Daniel Osullivan interviews UK entrepreneurs who are building their business today. Whether you're starting, building or aspiring to build a business, this podcast gives you access to experienced UK entrepreneurs and insight on how they started and grew their business. We will discuss the ups and the downs and everything in between as well as the mindset it takes to build a business. Hopefully we can all learn something along the way. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted.
Daniel Osullivan
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  • EP44 - Building The Business - January 2025 - Daniel Osullivan

    EP44 - Building The Business - January 2025 - Daniel Osullivan
    2025/02/04
    In this special solo episode of We Built This Business, host Daniel Osullivan shares an insider update on his own businesses—Red Cactus Events and the newly launched Shizzoo Media. He discusses the growth, challenges, and future plans for the company, offering a transparent look into running and scaling multiple brands in the event and media industries. From financial goals and team expansion to marketing strategies and investment ventures, Daniel gives an honest breakdown of where the business stands as of January 2025. HIGHLIGHTS 1. Introducing the How We solo episodes—Daniel’s monthly business update. 2. The growth of Red Cactus Events, its 10 sub-brands, and expansion plans. 3. The launch of Shizzoo Media, a new creative content agency. 4. 2024 financial recap: £1.4M turnover, £120K profit, 15 employees—with a goal to reach £1.75M and 20 employees in 2025. 5. New training initiatives to upskill employees and stay ahead with AI advancements. 6. Marketing shift: focusing on social content and a brand vlog series. 7. Investment challenges: difficulties in securing Bitcoin investment access. 8. Business performance update—team building events are up, but retail experiences are struggling. PODCAST INTRODUCTION Daniel Osullivan invites business owners and industry experts onto the We Built This Business Podcast to discuss how they have built their business. We explore their beginnings, challenges, successes, and lessons learned. Running a business is tough—so why not learn from those who have done it before? PODCAST SPONSOR Team Building Experiences offers nationwide team building events, ensuring companies Keep Things Fun! From game shows to sports days and more, there’s something for every team. Visit https://bit.ly/tbe-pod and use code PODCAST15. VALUABLE RESOURCES Host Website www.redcactusevents.co.uk www.shizzoo.co www.webuiltthisbusiness.co.uk EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT Episode 4 - How I Built a £6 Million Revenue Print and Promotional Business by The Age of 24 - Taylor Tassie Episode 5 - How I Built a Global Tech Events Business and Thrived in the Pandemic - Johnny Edser Episode 6 - How I Built a Digital Marketing Business and How I Exited - Alex Minchin ABOUT THE HOST Daniel Osullivan is the CEO of Red Cactus Events, overseeing brands in events, entertainment, and media, including Red Cactus Events, Team Building Experiences, Shizzoo.co, Football Zorbing UK, Nel Events and X Event Solutions. CONNECT & CONTACT Daniel Osullivan Daniel Osullivan Linkedin Page Email: daniel@webuiltthisbusiness.co.uk We Built This Business Podcast Website Podcast Linkedin Page Podcast Instagram Page Facebook Instagram Page Donation: Every week that we release an episode, we donate £10 to the British Heart Foundation. Our goal is to contribute £520 a year! Donate here.
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    9 分
  • EP43 - How I Built Boost Drinks into a £75 Million Revenue Business - Simon Gray

    EP43 - How I Built Boost Drinks into a £75 Million Revenue Business - Simon Gray
    2025/01/28
    In this episode of ‘We Built This Business,’ we talk with Simon Gray, founder of Boost Drinks. Simon shares his journey of building a challenger brand in the functional drinks space, growing it to £75 million in revenue, and eventually selling the business to AG Barr for £20 million. From starting with no formal business plan to navigating challenges like cash flow and competition, Simon reveals how he scaled his business and maintained its identity in a competitive market. HIGHLIGHTS 1. Starting Boost Drinks: Simon discusses how he turned a university pain point into a thriving business, launching a challenger brand in the energy drinks space. 2. Scaling Up: From a small team to a £75 million revenue business, Simon highlights pivotal moments in Boost's growth journey. 3. The Acquisition by AG Barr: Insights into the deal-making process and navigating the transition after selling his company. 4. Brand Innovation: How Boost diversified its offerings with products like isotonic sports drinks and iced coffee. 5. Lessons Learned: Simon shares the challenges of leadership, including tough personnel decisions and managing cash flow in high-growth phases. 6. Future Plans: What’s next for Simon as he transitions out of Boost and explores new ventures. PODCAST INTRODUCTION Daniel O’Sullivan invites business owners and industry experts onto the We Built This Business podcast to discuss how they built their businesses. We explore their origins, challenges, successes, and lessons learned along the way. Running a business is hard work, so why not learn from those who’ve done it before? PODCAST SPONSOR Team Building Experiences is a nationwide team building company specializing in keeping things fun for businesses. From game shows to sports days, there’s something for every team! Visit Team Building Experiences and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your next event. Team Building Experiences Website - https://bit.ly/tbe-pod Offer Code – PODCAST15 VALUABLE RESOURCES Guest Website - https://www.boostdrinks.com/ Host Website – https://beacons.ai/wbtb EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT Episode 4 - How I Built a £6 Million Revenue Print and Promotional Business by The Age of 24 - Taylor Tassie Episode 19 – How I Built a Luxury Events Business From Startup to Superyacht – James Clutterbuck Episode 41 – How I Built a £7 Million Events Business From £1000 – Ben McCarthy ABOUT THE HOST Daniel Osullivan is the CEO of The Experience Specialists Group we have brands in the events, entertainment and media industries including Red Cactus Events, Team Building Experiences, Shizzoo.co, Football Zorbing UK, Nel Events and X Event Solutions. CONNECT & CONTACT Daniel Osullivan Daniel Osullivan Linkedin Page Email: daniel@webuiltthisbusiness.co.uk We Built This Business Podcast Website Podcast Linkedin Page Podcast Instagram Page Facebook Instagram Page
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    52 分
  • EP42 - How To Write A Bestselling Book To Get Customers - John Lamerton

    EP42 - How To Write A Bestselling Book To Get Customers - John Lamerton
    2025/01/21
    In this episode of We Built This Business, we talk with John Lamerton from Big Idea Ventures. As part of our How To mini-series, John shares his expertise on How to Get Customers by Writing a Bestselling Book. John, a seasoned entrepreneur and bestselling author, discusses the steps, strategies, and secrets to creating a book that builds credibility, attracts customers, and scales your business. HIGHLIGHTS · The Power of a Book in Business: Why writing a book can be your most effective tool for marketing and establishing authority in your industry. · From Concept to Creation: John explains how to structure your book, plan its content, and ensure it speaks directly to your target audience. · Turning Expertise into a Bestseller: Practical tips on crafting a book that resonates, including the importance of creating a chapter structure and refining your message. · Using Books to Build Trust and Credibility: How a well-written book accelerates the "know, like, and trust" process with potential clients. · The Business Ecosystem of Books: How multiple books can serve as tailored "business cards" to attract different audiences and solve specific client problems. · Common Pitfalls to Avoid: Why you shouldn’t rush the process, the real cost of self-publishing, and the dangers of using AI to write your book. PODCAST INTRODUCTION Daniel Osullivan invites business owners and industry experts onto the We Built This Business Podcast to discuss how they have built their businesses. This special How To series focuses on actionable advice from experts, helping you tackle specific challenges and level up your business. PODCAST SPONSOR Team Building Experiences are a nationwide team-building company, experts in keeping things fun for companies. With a wide range of mobile events like Game Shows, Sports Days, Crystal Challenge, and more, there’s something for every company. Visit this link and quote PODCAST15 to receive 15% off your next team-building event. VALUABLE RESOURCES Guest Website - https://bigidea.co.uk/ Host Website – https://webuiltthisbusiness.co.uk EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT How I Built a £6 Million Revenue Print and Promotional Business by The Age of 24 - Taylor Tassie How I Turned an Event Equipment Hire Startup into a £5 Million Revenue Business – Taran O'Doherty How I Built a Luxury Events Business From Startup to Superyacht – James Clutterbuck ABOUT THE HOST Daniel Osullivan is the CEO of Red Cactus Events and Shizzoo Media with brands in the events, entertainment and media industries including Red Cactus Events, Team Building Experiences, Shizzoo.co, Football Zorbing UK, Nel Events and X Event Solutions. CONNECT & CONTACT Daniel Osullivan Daniel Osullivan Linkedin Page Email: daniel@webuiltthisbusiness.co.uk We Built This Business Podcast Website Podcast Linkedin Page Podcast Instagram Page Facebook Instagram Page
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    53 分
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