The Entrepreneur Experiment

Dee Lyons, the founder of Examfly joins me on the pod this week. A former wealth manager, Dee is on a mission to reimagine the world of online education. In an incredible episode, Dee reveals her journey from corporate deal maker to free-thinking entrepreneur.  Proudly Partnered with Sage. Get 3 Months Free Now https://bit.ly/sageEE

This week in the Lab, I reveal the location of a secret tax free island that is just 400km off the south of Ireland. I chat about the pros and cons of the island and why things may not be what they seem. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Get 3 Months Free Now https://bit.ly/sageEE

In a wide ranging episode, I chat with one of the best known faces in the Irish startup scene, Declan Kennedy. We talk social media, why loyalty is the new trend to watch and how to pick a niche to dominate. Declan is the CEO & co-founder of StitcherAds. StitcherAds was acquired in 2021 for €55 million. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Get 3 Months Free Now https://bit.ly/sageEE

Coroflo co-founder, Rosanne Longmore joins me for the finale of season 8. In this episode we discuss social proof, raising €1 million in 6 weeks, securing public funding, how to select co-founders & much, much more. Get 3 Months Sage Free Now Proudly Partnered with Sage:  https://bit.ly/sageEE

In the Lab this week, I look back at the main lessons I've learned from all the guests on this season of the pod. I break down 1 key lesson from each person and share them with you. Get 3 Months Sage Free Now Proudly Partnered with Sage:  https://bit.ly/sageEE

Forced into action by Covid, 5-Star spa designer Peigin Crowley turned 25 years deep industry knowledge into a world class product range. Ground Wellbeing was born in crisis but blossomed to become the product choice of leading hotels across the globe and is now becoming a best seller consumer brand. In this episode, we find out how Peigin delivers 5-star products at speed without cutting corners....

In the Lab this week, I explore the world of longevity and preventative medicine.  This is a passsion area for me after going on my own journey with my health over the last 2 years. My prediction is that this area will be one of the biggest growth sectors in the next 10 years. Find out why and who you should be watching on today's pod.    Get 3 Months Sage Free Now Proudly Partnered with Sage:  ht...

Our rising star entrepreneur for season 8 revealed. Kevin Murphy, founder of 2GoCup is a man on a mission. He wants to remove the use of single use coffee cups from the world. In this episode we find out out how Kevin spun his business out from a college project, how he is driven by a mission above everything and we explore the business of the circular economy.  Visit my partner Sage: https://bit....

In the Lab today, I reveal 10 mind blowing trends and stats that you can use to start building a business. Trend spotting is key trait in all great entrepreneurs and I help you get started with some fresh insights. Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

John Tuohy started his first business with just £10k. He bootstrapped that business to a €65 million turnover  before selling to UPS in 2017. Now he's back with his latest venture as he aims to disrupt the delivery business yet again. In this episode we learn how to spot trends and adapt our businesses rapidly to seize new opportunities. John built Nightline & Parcelmotel, two of Ireland's most re...

In the Lab this week, I share the secrets of how high performing entrepreneurs hold themselves accountable and how you can too. I also share the story of how an MMA fight taught me the value of community for accountability Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE    

In 2021, Sharon Keegan endured the worst and best year of her life. This is one of the most honest, open and revealing chats with an entrepreneur I've ever had to pleasure to share. Sharon reveals her rise to fame with Peachylean and also the challenges, heartbreaks and realities she faced along the way. Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

In the Lab this week, I reveal my plans to record live versions of the podcast but I need your help to pick a location. We also look at the "end of Covid" and what that means for us as business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Finally, I share a book that's having a huge impact on me this month.  Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

Lisa, alongside her sister Vanessa and fellow dentist Barry launched Spotlight Oral Care just 6 years ago. Now they are a global brand exporting across the world and on their way to reinventing the entire oral care sector. In this episode, I discover what sparked the idea, what it's like to work with family and how Lisa juggled 2 jobs for 4 years in order to build Spotlight. Visit my partner Sage:...

In the Lab this week, I reveal why Airbnb is a sleeping giant about to wake up & how you can leverage the platform to make money. I also share what Airbnb's Q4 earnings tells us about the future of work. Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

Paul has gone from a single office room in Ranelagh to competing with the world's largest telecoms companies. In a no holds barred chat, Paul breaks down the ruthless competitive streak and sales tactics that are the backbone of his success. This is a straight talking conversation that will teach you what it takes to succeed in one of the world's most competitive industries. Visit my partner Sage:...

In the Lab this week, we figure out what is the one thing you should be doing right now to give you the most leverage. We cut through the noise and work out what is the single thing you should be focused on. I also reveal 3 upcoming events for early stage, scaling and hyper scaling entrepreneurs.  Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE  

Mary McKenna is a maverick. She is a travel boss who has never sold a holiday. Learn her contrarian strategies in this week's masterclass with one of Ireland's best entrepreneurs.  Find out how Mary guided her business, Tour America, through natural disaster, terrorist attacks & now a pandemic. Mary shares the full story of how she has grown a company that spans continents and decades with incredi...

In the Lab today, I breakdown the basics of Storytelling 101. Stop selling and start telling. Can you tell me the story of your business in just one sentence?  Do you have a "huh" moment? Find out why you need both on today's pod. Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE    

In 2018, Ciaran Mulligan sold his company, Blue Insurance for a reported €70 million. The entrepreneur is now a serial investor & adventurer!  On today's episode, we learn how he built Blue by not following convention and Ciaran reveals the strategies that disrupted an entire industry. We discover the investments he's been making since and why a random conversation plunged him deep into the crypto...

In the Lab this week, I share my process for stripping away all the inefficient parts of my work & personal life to free up more time to enjoy the good stuff. You'll learn my process for delegation, automation and removal of ineffecient activities.  I share the tools and tricks I've learned from guests and my own experience to get back more time to work on the things that matter most.  Visit my pa...

Today, I'm joined by the man who sees 100s of startup pitches each year. John Phelan is the head of HBAN (Halo Angel Business Network) in Ireland and also the co-founder of RecommenderX. We discuss what makes a great pitch, the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs and how to get started as an angel investor. (Spoiler: It costs much less than you might imagine) John has skin in the game on b...

Welcome back to a brand new season of the pod. In this episode, learn how you can win €1,500 and find out who our major new partner for 2022 is. I also talk about the contradition of lockdown ending making me feel both happy and stressed. I share my template for dealing with uncertainty. You can also find out how to attend our community meetings & live pods in 2022.   Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sa...

In this special episode of the pod, I share with you the formula for success in 2022. I've learned habits, systems and routines from over 100 entrepreneurs and created my own productivity system. This episode will help you set your goals for 2022 and make it your most successful year yet.

In this episode, I reveal the very best things I've spent my money on in 2021.  Ranging from tech to mentoring, I give you a full rundown of the best purchases I made this year to positively impact my life. Perfect for last minute gift ideas or even to treat yourself.