The Entrepreneur Experiment

In the Lab today, I break down the 5 lessons entrepreneurs can learn from the current problems at Dublin Airport. I give some context on why the problems might be happening and how entrepreneurs can use this as a lesson on what not to do in a disastrous situation.  Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

My guest today is Chupi Sweetman, the founder & CEO of the luxury jewellery brand, Chupi. In this episode we talk about the power of storytelling, how you need a dream & a plan, finding a mentor and how Chupi has completely reimagined the luxury jewellery business. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

In the Lab today, I share an opportunity to become my new partner in a property & hospitality business. You can also win tickets to the Dublin Tech Summit worth €800 Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

Cork-based Keelvar raised $24 million 2 days ago to help with its mission to fix the broken global supply chain. Founder Alan Holland left his job as a lecturer to pursue his dream of building a world-class company. Hear his story of starting with an idea in college to having 70 of the Fortune 500 as customers. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Get 4 Months Free Now https://bit.ly/sageEE

In the Lab today, I reveal a huge giveaway worth €800 to be won this week & my new unicorn hunting challenge. I also breakdown how long each financial crash lasts & why you should ignore the self-proclaimed experts. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Get 4 Months Free Now https://bit.ly/sageEE

Today's pod is the digital playbook you need to take your business to the next level in 2022. John Mitchell, the CEO of All human reveals his secrets in this week's episode. We explore why big companies still struggle to win in the online world, the trends that will drive growth in the next 5 years and how entrepreneurs can leverage emerging platforms to win big.  Proudly Partnered with Sage. Get...

In the Lab today, I reveal the results of my Coffee to Crypto experiment. For 1 year, I swapped buying my morning coffee and invested the money in crypto. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Get 3 Months Free Now https://bit.ly/sageEE    

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...