Real Business Conversations with Kinore

Managing a dispersed workforce often leads to unexpected regulatory friction and compliance risks. Business owners frequently struggle to maintain legal standards when hiring talent across multiple international jurisdictions. We explore how to bridge these gaps through robust infrastructure and smart employment strategies. This episode breaks down the complexities of international payroll, tax ob...

Most entrepreneurs are great at building a company but struggle to master public perception and get their unique story heard. In a world flooded with AI-generated content and diminishing returns from traditional advertising, mastering reputation management is no longer a luxury but a core business requirement. The solution lies in creating earned media opportunities, pivoting from old SEO methods...

The leap from a great product idea to a sustainable, self-funded, international business is a massive hurdle for entrepreneurs.  Scaling a brand while maintaining obsessive quality control and a digital-first approach requires discipline, intentional strategy, and a high tolerance for risk. This episode dives into the uncompromising philosophy of building a household name without external investme...

Bringing life-saving medical innovation to a regulated market is fraught with complexity, risk, and massive commercial barriers. The challenge is balancing technical perfection with the difficult business realities of scaling, fundraising, and exit planning. This episode unpacks the journey of turning personal purpose into a profitable, high-impact medical technology business.  We discuss the cruc...

Entrepreneurs struggle to find the balance between aggressive business growth and their own essential wellbeing, often overlooking the psychological health of their teams. This challenge can lead to burnout, poor decision-making, and limits on long-term, sustainable success. This episode explores the strategies that prove compassion and a focus on human performance are not luxuries, but commercial...

Discipline sounds harsh until you translate it to the Irish word : Smácht meaning control, mastery, and the beautiful skill of managing your fishing technique.  Pádraic Ó Máille reveals how this Connemara word became a life-changing philosophy for terrified business owners surviving Ireland’s worst recession, evolving into mastermind groups running since 2011 with members still returning for one s...

After years managing businesses for others who didn't value employees, Diane Kelly started LL Solutions with a simple plan. To test if a company built entirely on kindness could work.  Six months later she was inundated. Five years later, she had over 40 staff. Her crew came mainly from self-employed backgrounds, who valued security without micromanagement, Diane’s exceptionally high retention rat...

Many entrepreneurs find themselves unprepared for the realities of running a business which are usually beyond their core technical skills. For them, making the transition from technical expert to business leader requires a difficult shift in focus. Not doing so is a failure point for many. Today we hear about an unexpected journey that provides the essential groundwork for business growth: a prof...

Starting a specialist occupational health practice in regional Ireland rather than Dublin seems counterintuitive—but Dan MacCarthy proved it could work.  After experiencing burnout in pharmaceutical manufacturing, Dan co-founded MedWise with his wife in 2005, navigating startup challenges from zero customers to cash flow crises that nearly ended the business.  Discover how a 50% price increase los...

In this powerful episode of Kinore's Real Business Conversations Podcast, we dive into the incredible journey of Erica Hargaden, founder of Babogue. Erica has transformed a personal struggle with her child's sleep into a "Sleeping Giant"—a global business that has helped over 5,000 families across 37 countries. This is not just a story of success; it's a raw and honest look at the strategies that...

OK, we get it. Even the mere mention of the "P" word makes you want to bury your head in the sand. Something to do later, right? Or maybe you think it's already too late? This is a BIG MISTAKE! In the new Kinore "Real Business Conversations" podcast episode, wealth expert Niall Leyden explains why it's never too early, and never too late, to take control of your financial future which includes pen...

Our guest today, Annette Houston , describes herself as "an accidental entrepreneur."  Annette’s remarkable journey began at just 21, when she started "helping out" at her mum and dad’s cleaning business. Over the past 31 years, she's transformed that role into becoming the CEO of FM Services Group , based in Donegal, which today employs over 180 people. Annette is also the visionary founder of Br...

Our guest today is Nicholas Deeney , an engaging and talented entrepreneur from Dublin. Nicholas is the founder and CEO of Biovit Technologies in Dublin, however, his background is in science. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience from Trinity College and a Master's in Biotechnology from University College and is now balancing his passion for science with his dedication to scaling his busin...

Staying in your comfort zone may feel safe—but it can hold you back from growth, innovation, and meaningful success. Today, we explore what happens when you take bold steps beyond the familiar. From shifting professional identity to starting a business from scratch, we unpack how discomfort can be a catalyst for clarity, creativity, and leadership. You’ll hear how embracing uncertainty, experiment...

Every entrepreneur knows that having a great idea is just the beginning. The real work begins with sourcing funding, building the right team and keeping focused on your goal.  Today we meet an entrepreneur who shares his experience of turning an innovative idea—using space technology to improve sports safety—into a real business. He breaks down the realities of securing half a million euro in inve...

One of the most rewarding aspects of being an entrepreneur is having the freedom to create a career you really love, but turning a passion into a success takes more than just enthusiasm. Today we meet an entrepreneur who shares how she transformed her love for the Irish language into a thriving online business. Embracing the digital world, she has created a unique digital learning platform that te...

There’s a reason why entrepreneurs and business leaders are always emphasizing the importance of networking, because it actually works!  Today we’re meeting an entrepreneur who by leaning into his own experience and leveraging his network has secured support and investment for his digital start up. We hear how his personal motivation for the business has made him secure in his decisions, but how h...

Although it can feel scary at first, putting yourself out there as a new business can be the key to success and avoiding the pitfalls that a lot of beginner businesses can fall into.  Today we’re meeting a rapidly expanding Irish start-up that has grown exponentially since it was founded at the beginning of 2023. Based in the e-commerce space, we’ll find out how they are revolutionizing online bus...

As a business owner, learning to lean on and delegate to those supporting you can seem like a scary transition. However, it is a vital step in taking your business to the next level.  Today we’re meeting an entrepreneur who has created a leading education business in the financial sector. Through seizing opportunity and building strong connections she has created a multi-stream business from book...

Owning a business requires a lot of self-belief and sticking with your gut feeling, even when persevering through the tougher times.  Today we’re meeting an entrepreneur whose drive and determination has created a globally successful business and won her many awards, despite nearly losing it all during the 2020 pandemic. Inspired by her grandfather’s homemade spirits, she has captured the attentio...

Online businesses come with their own unique requirements and challenges, especially when it comes to managing a remote team.  Today we're delving into one of Ireland's international success stories, with an online business based in Dublin, leading a digital team working around the globe. We find out how they operate in the fast moving tech business, about building relationships with customers you...

Change is inevitable, so developing a positive mindset towards change can really help a business thrive. Whether that’s in marketing, staff retention or handing over the family business.  Today we hear from a second generation business owner who has leveraged change and connection to continue his father’s legacy in the home improvements industry. We hear how his passion for clear and simple commun...

A key part of the business mindset is being able to spot an opportunity. Sometimes that opportunity comes with risk, but it can have fantastic pay off in the long run.  Today we hear from a business owner whose fishing village upbringing inspired him to pursue a career at sea and led to the creation of his incredibly successful marine dredging business. We hear how he dove in head first, learning...

We hear from a business owner who set himself very aspirational goals and with a lot of hard work and a supportive team, reached them long before he could have imagined. We hear how his business mindset helped him get there and how he’s overcome competition to come out on top.  Setting goals as a business owner can feel intimidating but it’s important to look to where you want to go so you can imp...

Dive in for the gritty truth from the trenches of business.  No unicorns, no brands. Just hard-working people who built their business from the ground up. They share real life stories, challenges and solutions, plus the risks they've taken and how they stepped outside their comfort zone to find success. If you're running a business, get the inside track from others who have been down the road alre...