
The Entrepreneur Experiment
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S12 Ep 247EE 247 - Mentor Moment - Donnacha Neary - Icons Group
<p>Today's guest, Donnacha Neary has a simple ethos. The time for messing around is over. </p> <p>He started from zero in 2013 and built Sonica to one of the biggest fit-out firms in Ireland before having to start again in 2022, this time with his new company, Icons.</p> <p>This episode will inspire you to take action.</p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 246EE 246 - The Plumber Who Became President - Cage Warriors CEO & MMA Dealmaker - Graham Boylan
<p>On an airplane back from Las Vegas, Graham wrote down a vision for his future on a single sheet of paper. He would sell his successful plumbing & construction business & risk it all his pursuing his passion.</p> <p>Fast forward a few years and he now runs one of the world's most successful MMA promotions and manages Paddy "The Baddy" Pimblett, the breakout star of the UFC.</p> <p>So how did Graham go from plumber to president? In his most detailed and in-depth interview ever recorded, he reveals his story & never heard before secrets of the MMA world.</p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 245EE 245 - Idea Lab - Getting Rich Without Getting Lucky
<p>Today in the Idea Lab, we break down and analyse the famous tweet storm by Naval Ravikant.</p> <p>This tweet storm was Naval's breakout moment in 2018. He is an entrepreneur and investor based in the US.</p> <p>It led to Naval gaining international notoriety as a modern-day philosopher guiding a new breed of entrepreneurs.</p> <p>We look at what lessons to start applying to our own lives and what ones to avoid.</p> <p>Join the April Accountability Challenge: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 244EE 244 - Mentor Moment with Mark Cummins - How I Sold 2 Startups to Google
<p>Our mentor this week is Mark Cummins who sold both his startups, Plink and Pointy to Google. Pointy was sold for a rumored figure of $160 million.</p> <p>Mark shares with us how he built and sold his first startup to Google in under 12 months while completing his Ph.D.</p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 243EE 243 - Ireland's Greatest Ecommerce Success Story - Micks Garage
<p>Joining Gary on the pod today is Ciaran Crean, co-founder & CEO Mick's Garage & WaveOMS.</p> <p>Mick's Garage was founded back in 2004 & was pioneering in the e-commerce space in Ireland.</p> <p>This was led by brothers Ciaran and Mick Crean.</p> <p>Now for the first time, we hear the in-depth story of how it started, how they lost control & had to buy the business back in 2021, and why a chance encounter with a bookshop during Covid has launched a brand new spin-off business, WaveOMS.</p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 242EE 242 - Idea Lab - April Accountability Challenge - Are You In?
<p>We are launching a new series of experiments that will hold you accountable to gain mastery over your business, brain, and body.</p> <p>Starting April 1st, we are running a community challenge to exercise every day for 30 days.</p> <p>You can join my newsletter in the link below to get notified when the challenge is launched in 2 days' time, Thursday, April 16th.</p> <p>This challenge marks the start of a 3-month accountability challenge aimed at helping our listeners build the magic power of compounding into their daily lives.</p> <p>Join the April Accountability Challenge: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 241EE 241 - Mentor Moment with Louis Copeland - Innovate or Die
<p>Each weekend on the Mentor Moment you get 10 minutes of our most impactful content from our best episodes.</p> <p>Today, we deep dive into the innovation strategies that have evolved the Louis Copeland brand into a modern Irish retailing giant.</p> <p>Louis Copeland dominate the Irish luxury menswear scene and in this episode, you find out how it's done.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 240EE 240 - The Modern Media Mogul - Niamh Tallon
<p>Give the people what they want! And people want hyper-specific topics covered in great detail. That's the bet today's guest is making.</p> <p>Niamh Tallon is the founder of Her Sport, a media business dedicated to covering & promoting female sports.</p> <p>She started the business purely driven by passion and has had to learn the hard way how to generate revenue & scale a rapidly growing empire.</p> <p>Niamh talks to Gary about the challenges faced, the massive growth in female sports, and her ambitious plan to make a major social impact.</p> <p> </p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 239EE 239 - Mentor Moment with Gary McLoughlin - Co-Founder Glendalough Distillery
<p>In today's Mentor Moment, you get a marketing masterclass on how to break into the American market.</p> <p>Gary helped Glendalough scale globally using a combination of clever marketing strategies and tools that you can apply to your business.</p> <p> </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 238EE 238 - Serial Entrepreneur Ivan Eustace - Killing the Business Card
<p>Ivan Eustace, the co-founder of Tapitag joins Gary Fox on the podcast today.</p> <p>The serial entrepreneur has started and sold businesses to some of the world's biggest companies.</p> <p>I was struck by Ivan's relentless energy & curiosity for life which has propelled him to multiple significant business exits and investments. </p> <p>His latest venture, Tapitag has created a digital business card that bridges the gap from the digital to the physical world.</p> <p><span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> Among multiple other investments, Ivan works with Olympic gold medalist Alistair Brownlee and Tom Barras on the revolutionary sportswear company, Spatz.</span></p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 237EE 237 - Idea Lab - 6 Non-Fiction Books You Must Read in 2023
<p>In the Lab today, I reveal the books I'm rereading in 2023. The 6 books I share today are some of the best I've read.</p> <p>If you want to level up your brain and discover some great new book recommendations, this episode is for you.</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 236EE 236 - Mentor Moment with David Delahunty - The Idea Machine
<p>In today's Mentor Moment, we go way back in the time machine to episode 4! </p> <p>We revisit my chat with David Delahunty and he teaches us that creativity is a muscle that can be trained and improved.</p> <p>All good businesses start with an idea and David is the most prolific idea machine I have ever met.</p> <p>If you are struggling to come up with a new idea for your business, this episode will inspire you.</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 235EE 235 - Leverage Global Talent with Dee Coakley & Boundless
<p>The remote workforce is the greatest change in global business since the industrial age!</p> <p>Today's guest lets you hire staff anywhere in the world.</p> <p>Dee Coakley is the co-founder of Boundless, the platform that allows companies to easily manage international HR compliance, payroll & benefits.</p> <p>The modern business can leverage staff expertise from anywhere in the world & let their people work from anywhere they like. </p> <p>Dee breaks down her journey from the music industry to tech founder.</p> <p><span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> --</span></p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 234EE 234 - Idea Lab - Creating a Baby Buffett - Turning my daughter into a mogul
<p>In the Lab today, I look at the options for starting an 18-year investment fund for my new baby.</p> <p>The compound effect is the 8th wonder of the world according to Einstein. </p> <p>Prize Bonds? State Bonds? Cash? Where should her money go so that she turns 18 with a sizeable fund thanks to compounding?</p> <p>We look at the options and I reveal which option is my current favourite.</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 233EE 233 - Mentor Moment with Barry McNerney - Founder Juniors, Paulie's, Lotts & Co and Unify Ordering
<p>In today's Mentor Moment, we revisit episode 147 with Barry McNerney.</p> <p>Barry is the man behind some of Dublin's most famous brands including Paulie's Pizza, Junior's Deli and Lotts & Co.</p> <p>As our mentor today, Barry advises us on how to work with family & how to resolve conflict. He also gives us his insight into how to spot opportunities. </p> <p> </p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 232EE 232 - Building a billion dollar company based on speed, simplicity & soundness - The Tines Story with Eoin Hinchy
<p>Tines co-founder, Eoin Hinchy joins Gary Fox on the podcast this week.</p> <p>Since being founded in 2018, Tines has raised $100 million valuing the company at north of $400-$500 million.</p> <p>Tines is a platform that allows anyone automate their repetitive security workflows without writing a single line of code.</p> <p>Eoin did none of the things people tell you to do when starting a business. He didn't waste time on false metrics and instead got busy building.</p> <p>He raised millions without even building a pitch deck. He shipped his first product after just 8 weeks of starting the company.</p> <p>This story will inspire you to reimagine what is possible.</p> <p> </p> <p><span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> --</span></p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 231EE 231 - Idea Lab - Mastering the Business, Body & Brain - Our 2023 Focus
<p>In the season launch episode of the Idea Lab, I layout our plan for the year.</p> <p>I believe the modern entrepreneur must find a balance between the brain and the body to truly be able to master the world of business.</p> <p>I lay out my vision for our community and how I believe we can achieve this together.</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S12 Ep 230EE 230 - The Secret Tactic Successful Entrepreneurs Leverage - Revealing the Triple Bottom Line with Feargal Brady
<p>Feargal is a builder. A maker. A creator of things. My favourite type of entrepreneur. He starts with the question, "Why does it have to be this way?"</p> <p>Serial entrepreneur Feargal Brady, sold his most recent venture, Blueface, to US giant Comcast for an undisclosed sum believed to be €20 million+ in 2020.</p> <p>He is the definition of a modern, mobile entrepreneur. He divides his time between Ireland, Portugal, and Spain while working across multiple different projects including his new business, NoFrixion, and his private equity group, VentureWave Capital. </p> <p>In this episode you will learn:</p> <ul> <li>How to create a triple bottom line</li> <li>The 3 things Feargal would do to fix Ireland's problems in 1 year</li> <li>Why he splits his time between Ireland, Spain, and Portugal</li> <li>How his impact investment fund aims to make profit while improving the world</li> <li>What will kill banking as we know it today</li> <li>The feeling after selling your life's work for a life-changing amount of money</li> </ul> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Sponsored by Square - Power your Business with Square</p> <p>Visit Square: <a href= "https://squ.re/3x8oiOo">https://squ.re/3x8oiOo</a> </p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices </p> <p>Claim your free office for a day: <a href= "https://bit.ly/iconicEE23">https://bit.ly/iconicEE23</a> </p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 229EE 229 - The Secret To High Performance in 2023 - Join Us
<p>Today marks the official launch of my partnership with Shane Cradock, Ireland's leading high-performance coach.<br /> <br /> In the episode, we reveal our new joint course, why it's so important right now and the impact working with Shane had on my own journey.</p> <p>We have combined our years of experience to create a unique learning opportunity for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and high performers.</p> <p>In early 2023, join us to unlock your true potential.</p> <p>Link to Course: https://bit.ly/3Wm4pOS</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 228EE 228 - Deal Maker & VC Investor Reveals Insider Secrets - Marc McCabe
<p>Marc McCabe, VC Investor & one of the first employees at Airbnb, joins Gary Fox on the podcast this week.</p> <p>He gives us a masterclass on what it takes to spot incredible companies & build relationships as both an investor & founder. Marc has worked as a scout for Sequoia Capital, one of the world's most successful & well-known VC firms since 2010.</p> <p>Marc joined Airbnb as one of the first employees. During his time at the company, it grew to over 6,000 people & scaled across the globe. He shares his journey in a rapidly scaling startup and all the lessons learned. </p> <p>In 2021, he returned to Dublin where he started Nomad Capital to focus on investing in early-stage B2B software and marketplaces.</p> <p>Marc's insights as both an investor & entrepreneur are unique & insightful.</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 227EE 227 - Idea Lab - Start Doing These 3 Things in 2023
<p>In the Lab today, I break down the 3 things every single high performer does.</p> <p>Before you start planning 2023, listen to this episode. </p> <p>I've been lucky to chat with hundreds of elite performers & entrepreneurs. There is no single method for success but there are common traits they all share. Today, you get the 3 step process to follow when planning 2023.</p> <p>This is a follow on episode from last week's Lab so go back & listen to that before or after this one.</p> <p>-- </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 226EE 226 - Meet The Irish Super Agent Behind Ireland's Sports Stars
<p>Joining Gary Fox on the pod this week is Niall Woods, the sports agent, and ex-professional International rugby player.</p> <p>He is now the man guiding Irish sports stars such as Gary Ringrose, Mack Hansen, Jamie Heaslip & Fiona Coghlan. His company, Navy Blue Sports Management is the secret hand guiding many of Ireland's elite performers. </p> <p>In this episode, you learn what an agent does for these stars including the weird & wonderful requests. You hear the behind-the-scenes stories of how high-profile deals are negotiated and the reality of how much Irish sports stars really earn. </p> <p>We also delve into the world of the business of sports & the dramatic effort social media has had on the game.</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 225EE 225 - Idea Lab - Your Ultimate 2022 Annual Review Guide
<p>In the Lab today, I give you the ultimate guide and questions for reviewing 2022.</p> <p>Reflecting and reviewing your work is the most overlooked tool when it comes to productivity.</p> <p>This guide will help you figure out what worked in 2022 and where you can improve for 2023.</p> <p>By adopting a reflection and planning system, you are setting yourself up for success in 2023.</p> <p>--- </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 224EE 224 - Mentor Moment - Jamie Heaslip on the power of mentors
<p>In today's Mentor Moment with investor & entrepreneur, Jamie Heaslip, you are going to get an insight into a high-performance mindset.</p> <p>Jamie knows the importance of surrounding yourself with an elite team from his rugby career. He has taken these insights & now surrounds himself with a network of advisors, mentors, and business role models. </p> <p>In this episode, you'll learn how to find mentors, how to convince them to work with you, and see the immense power of building a mentor network.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 223EE 223 - The Entrepreneur Who Solved Hybrid Working - Criona Turley, founder Capella
<p>Criona Turley, the founder of Capella, joins Gary Fox for this week's The Entrepreneur Experiment podcast. </p> <p>The world of hybrid work is a nightmare problem for many businesses but for Criona, it was the spark of opportunity.</p> <p>Founded during the pandemic, Capella is solving the challenge of managing a hybrid workforce.<br /> <br /> Criona reveals insider information about how the best companies are evolving in 2022. </p> <p>This company has the potential to be a global superstar of the modern working world. </p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p> <p>--</p> <p class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 css-7tfg5p"> Timestamps</p> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:06:00 -The Impact of COVID-19 on Businesses</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:08:00 - The Pros and Cons of Working From Home</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:11:00- The Benefits of Ergonomic Assessments for Employees Working From Home</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:13:00 - The Importance of Building a Strong Team for Your Startup</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:15:00 - The Benefits of Networking Within Your Own Community</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:19:00 -The Differentiation Between Signal and Noise When Building a Business</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:26:00 - The Impact of Working From Home on Employee Inclusion</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:38:00 - The Future of Office Spaces.</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:42:00 - Benefits of Using an Office Space-Sharing Platform</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:43:00 - The Impact of Working from Home on Employee Mental and Physical Health</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-gutterBottom timestamp css-1yf8d45"> 00:47:00 - Biggest Challenge Faced by Capella</div> </div> </div> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1ml8ueo"> <div class="MuiBox-root css-1plaws4"> <div class= "MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-subtitle2 MuiTypography-g

S11 Ep 222EE 222 - Mentor Moment with Emmet Savage - CEO & Co-Founder MyWallStreet
<p>In today's Mentor Moment, Gary Fox chats with one of Ireland's best stock market investors, Emmet Savage from MyWallStreet.</p> <p>This episode will teach you two crucial lessons.</p> <p>1. Why social proof & having strategic partners is a brilliant strategy.</p> <p class="">2. Why Emmet almost gave away 20% of the company for a dollar & why he says you should too!</p> <p class=""> </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 221EE 221 - The Hottest Coffee Startup in Ireland - Velo
<p>Rob Horgan from Velo Coffee Roasters sits down with Gary Fox to share his journey from cafe owner to the coffee roasting king. </p> <p>From humble beginnings, Velo is now one of the most recognisable and widely sold coffee brands in Ireland.</p> <p>In this episode, Rob shares his entire journey from his cafe in Cork city to being stocked in major supermarkets and plans for global expansion.</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 220EE 220 - Idea Lab - Why I'll Live to 100
<p>In the Lab today, I reveal the personal health journey I've been on since 2019.</p> <p>A set of blood results delivered bad news that would change how I lived my life and how I viewed the future.</p> <p>Find out how 1 afternoon in 2019 set me on a journey to live to 100.</p> <p>--- </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 219EE 219 - Mentor Moment with Cillian Barry - Founder of SportCaller
<p>In this week's Mentor Moment, we revisit episode 117 with Cillian Barry, founder of SportCaller.</p> <p>In February 2021, Cillian sold SportCaller to the US firm Ballys in a deal worth up to €40m.</p> <p>I asked Cillian how he knew it was time to sell and what it feels like to achieve your life goal.</p> <p>Enjoy this insight and many more on today's Mentor Moment. </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 218EE 218 - The Secret Framework to Build a €400m+ Startup - Workvivo Founders
<p>Joe Lennon & John Goulding, founders of Workvivo join Gary Fox to launch season 11 of The Entrepreneur Experiment podcast.</p> <p>In this revealing episode, you will hear how they had no business idea before they started their company and how they used frameworks & aggressive experiments to decide what they would build.</p> <p>The co-founders bucked tradition to build from a blank template and create Workvivo. The formula worked and Workvivo now has over 100,000 customers across the globe including the world's leading companies such as Bupa, Dollar General, Everton FC, AIB, TELUS International and many more.</p> <p> </p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S11 Ep 217EE 217 - Idea Lab - Season 11 Launch - We Need War Time Generals
<p>In the Lab today, we celebrate the launch of season 11 of the podcast.</p> <p>I look back at season 10, reveal the results of our experiments from last season, and look ahead to the content coming in this season.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 216EE 216 - Mentor Moment - Alan Merriman - Founder Elkstone
<p>In this week's Mentor Moment, we revisit episode 55 with Alan Merriman, founder of Elkstone.</p> <p>Alan has cemented a reputation as one of Ireland's best investors. The man with the Midas touch for picking startup investments after backing unicorn companies LetsGetChecked & Flipdish.</p> <p>In this episode, you'll hear how he made the leap & became his own boss. He also tells me the exact traits he looks for in founders & entrepreneurs before he invests.</p> <p>Enjoy this insight and many more on today's Mentor Moment. </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 215EE 215 - The Psychology of Loyalty - Rising Star Pick - Squid Co-Founder Matthew Coffey
<p>Squid, the loyalty app you've seen popping up in coffee shops all over Ireland is my rising star pick for Season 10.</p> <p>I sit down with Matthew, co-founder & CEO to discover why no company has managed to crack the loyalty space.</p> <p>Their concept is simple, tap your phone when you get a coffee instead of fiddling with paper cards and use an app to get rewarded.</p> <p>Keep an eye on this company as they are one to watch closely. </p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 214EE 214 - Mentor Moment - Conor Sheridan - Co-Founder Mag Egg & Founder Nory
<p>In this week's Mentor Moment, we revisit episode 33 with Conor Sheridan - Co-Founder Mag Egg & Founder Nory.</p> <p>Each week, I pick impactful lessons to share with you from the most popular episodes of the podcast with Irish entrepreneurs.</p> <p>The devil is in the detail when it comes to being a successful founder and Conor shares the extreme levels he goes to. <br /> <br /> Did you know the beats per minute in a song on a specific day of the week in his restaurants is specifically chosen?<br /> <br /> Enjoy this insight and many more on today's Mentor Moment. </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 213EE 213 - Avoid Boring People - Connor Murphy
<p>On the pod today, I sit down with Connor Murphy, founder of Bridge and former founder of Datahug which he sold for $13 million.</p> <p>Connor is a super-connector and is spending his life obsessed with the single idea of connecting the world.</p> <p>In this episode, we discuss</p> <p>- Why you must avoid boring people</p> <p>- The definition of failure</p> <p>- Your ego - a gift and a curse</p> <p>- His obsession with one single great idea.</p> <p>- The superpower of curiosity</p> <p>--</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 212EE 212 - Idea Lab - Eliminate, Automate & Delegate
<p>In the Lab today, I share a framework every entrepreneur should be using to help their business scale & identify where they are wasting time.</p> <p>Adopt this 3 step process to work out what you are really worth per hour, what work you should stop doing and the work you need someone else to be doing for you.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 211EE 211 - Mentor Moment - Rob Lipsett
<p>In this week's Mentor Moment, Rob Lipsett shares how he got his first break as an entrepreneur and his secrets to sustaining his insanely high motivation levels.</p> <p>Each Saturday, I pick impactful lessons to share with you from the most popular episodes of the podcast. </p> <p>In under 10 minutes, you get lessons & insights from the world's best entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 210EE 210 - The 4 Seasons of the Founder Journey with Cassie Delaney
<p>Joining me this week is Cassie Delaney, the founder of Outcaster.io and Tall Tales Productions.</p> <p>This was an eye-opening episode for me personally on so many levels from the state of the market in 2022 to the massive challenges female entrepreneurs face when raising money. </p> <p>In this episode we discuss:</p> <p>- The future of content</p> <p>- How creators can make money doing what they love</p> <p>- Sexism toward female founders in Ireland</p> <p>- Cassie's €100 market experiments</p> <p>- The 4 seasons of a founder's journey</p> <p>- Why tough markets in 2022 will make better companies</p> <p>---</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 209EE 209 - Idea Lab - It's Official - Award Winning Podcast
<p>In the Lab today, I allow myself 60 minutes of celebration that we won an award and I reflect on why I actually devote days per week to producing this podcast. </p> <p>If you are a new listener, this will give you an insight into what The Entrepreneur Experiment podcast is all about and who I am. </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 208EE 208 - Mentor Moment - Paul Galvin -Founder Go Dare Creative
<p>How do you take the first step? That decision to say to yourself that today is day 1 of becoming your own boss.</p> <p>In this week's Mentor Moment, Paul Galvin shares how he knew that his life's work needed to be pursued.</p> <p>Each Saturday, I pick impactful lessons to share with you from the most popular episodes of the podcast. </p> <p>In under 10 minutes, you get lessons & insights from the world's best entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 207EE 207 - Surprise, Delight & Save the World with Jamie Crummie
<p>Joining me on the pod today is Jamie Crummie, founder of Too Good To Go.</p> <p>Too Good To Go is a fun app that helps you get food at a heavily discounted price while helping retailers combat food waste. </p> <p>Each day, retailers put together surprise bags you can grab just before they close.</p> <p>This episode was sparked by my becoming an ambassador for Champion Changemakers which takes place around Ireland from September 23rd -25th. </p> <p>In this episode Jamie shares<br /> - Why you should do things that don't scale at the start</p> <p>- His guide to scrappy startups & bootstrapping</p> <p>- The way to do good while making profit & why that's scorned</p> <p><span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> - How he paid a busker to compose a song for him</span></p> <p>- The golden rules of keeping it simple</p> <p>- What ultimate success looks like for him.</p> <p> </p> <p>---</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 206EE 206 - Idea Lab - Become an Investor, Entrepreneur Or Elite Performer
<p>In the Lab this week, I reveal the results of the first 2 weeks of my TikTok experiment of posting every day.</p> <p>I also give you a business opportunity in the coffee industry, a chance to invest in the hot new Irish startup, By Borrow, and share how you can get to work with elite performance coach Shane Craddock.</p> <p> </p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 205EE 205 - Mentor Moment - Suzie O'Neill - Founder Ayu Cosmetics
<p>Today, we revisit my episode with Suzie O'Neill, the founder of Ayu Cosmetics.</p> <p>At the start of your business journey, you need to go from 0 to 1 ASAP. You need to find your first product and your first customer.</p> <p>Dig in, start working and start selling. The scale will come later. Don't suffer paralysis from analysis.</p> <p>Each Saturday, I pick impactful lessons to share with you from the most popular episodes of the podcast. </p> <p>In under 10 minutes, you get lessons & insights from the world's best entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 204EE 204 - The Gift Of Giving - The Story Of Mark Legge, Co-Founder &Open
<p>From humble beginnings as a bootstrapped e-commerce company founder to raising $33.2 million for his latest venture &Open, Mark Legge's entrepreneur journey has been a wild adventure.</p> <p>Started with his brother Jonathan and Ciara Flood, the company now counts Airbnb, Spotify & Peleton among their clients. </p> <p>In this episode we discuss:<br /> - The power of thinking global from day 1</p> <p>- How you pivot from bootstrapped business to a huge fundraising machine</p> <p>- Why the global gifting market was a massive hidden opportunity</p> <p>- The life-changing impact of a major health scare on Mark's journey</p> <p>- How therapy can be a superpower for entrepreneurs</p> <p>---</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 203EE 203 - Mentor Moment - Aidan Corbett - Co-founder Wayflyer - ALWAYS take the money
<p>On our first ever Mentor Moment, we hear from the co-founder of Wayflyer, Aidan Corbett on why you should ALWAYS take the money.</p> <p>Each Saturday, I pick impactful lessons to share with you from the most popular episodes of the podcast. </p> <p>In under 10 minutes, you get lessons & insights from the world's best entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 202EE 202 - Brian Caulfield - My Best Ever Investment
<p>In this much-requested episode, I sit down with VC investor & serial entrepreneur Brian Caulfield.</p> <p>This remarkable interview covers his career first as an entrepreneur and then as one of Ireland's best-known venture capital investors.</p> <p>We hear about:</p> <p>- His investment strategy</p> <p>- Advice for entrepreneurs in 2022</p> <p>- What makes an entrepreneur investable</p> <p>- His honest thoughts on the Irish startup ecosystem</p> <p>- The number 1 mistake that kills any startup pitch</p> <p>---</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 201EE 201 - Ideal Lab - They Told Me Their Secret Plans
<p>In the Lab today, I reveal the hidden trends & opportunities that entrepreneurs have shared with me over the last 30 days.</p> <p>A major change is coming & listen to this episode to find out what that means for you and your business.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 200EE 200 - The Rise of the Global Entrepreneur - Alan Meaney
<p>On my landmark 200th episode, I am joined by Alan Meaney, co-founder of Fund Recs.</p> <p>Alan risked it all to move to New York 3 years ago & he reveals the real reason he left Ireland.</p> <p>In a wide-ranging chat, we discover</p> <p>- Why the future of marketing is product-led</p> <p>- How Adam Neumann secured $350 million funding</p> <p>- Why your ideas are worthless</p> <p>- The massive financial investment to crack New York</p> <p>- The culture of a fast "No"</p> <p>Recorded on location at my new studio in The Victorians building from Iconic Offices.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p>Location Partner: Iconic Offices <a href= "https://bit.ly/eeiconic">https://bit.ly/eeiconic</a></p> <p>Music by Andrew Applepie</p>

S10 Ep 199EE 199 - He Sold 2 Startups to Google - Mark Cummins
<p>Mark started his first company, Plink, while completing his PHD. 18 months later it was sold to Google & he moved his life to the east coast of America.</p> <p>After leaving Google, he sailed across the globe where he had the idea for Pointy, the company he would found & once again sell to Google. This time for a reported $160 million.</p> <p>We go deep into what it's like to sell your company, not once but twice to one of the biggest tech companies in the world.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Contact Gary: <a href= "https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox">https://bit.ly/mrgaryfox</a></p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage</p> <p>Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p>

S10 Ep 198EE 198 - Idea Lab - Spy On Your Rivals - 5 Free Tools
<p>In the Lab this week, I reveal 5 free tools you can use to find out the digital strategies of your competitors.</p> <p>Discover how their site works, the secrets behind their social ads & what traffic they are getting each month! </p> <p>In other news, I'm looking for our next Rising Star, if that's you, get in touch below.</p> <p>Contact Gary: www.mrgaryfox.com</p> <p>---<br /> Proudly Partnered with Sage<br /> Visit Sage: <a href="https://bit.ly/sageEE" data-attribute-index="9">https://bit.ly/sageEE</a></p> <p> </p>