The Entrepreneur Experiment

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. <p>In this episode we learn how to spot trends and adapt our businesses rapidly to seize new opportunities.</p> <p>John built Nightline & Parcelmotel, two of Ireland's most recognisable brands during the 2000's and he shares exactly how he did it.</p> <p><br /> Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE<br /> <br /></p>

In the Lab this week, I share the secrets of how high performing entrepreneurs hold themselves accountable and how you can too. <div class="pt-sm-5 pt-md-0 col-lg"> <div class="view-episode__description pt-1 mb-3"> <p>I also share the story of how an MMA fight taught me the value of community for accountability</p> <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p> </div> </div> <div class= "view-episode__details align-self-center align-top col-lg offset-lg-1"> <div class="row"> <div class="libsyn-preview__container position-relative mx-auto"> <div class="libsyn-preview-player__container"> </div> <div class="libsyn-preview-player libsyn-preview-player--standard"> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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

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. <p>Finally, I share a book that's having a huge impact on me this month. </p> <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p>

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. <p>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.</p> <div class="pt-sm-5 pt-md-0 col-lg"> <div class="view-episode__description pt-1 mb-3"> <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p> </div> </div>

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. <p>I also share what Airbnb's Q4 earnings tells us about the future of work.</p> <div class="pt-sm-5 pt-md-0 col-lg"> <div class="view-episode__description pt-1 mb-3"> <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p> </div> </div>

Paul has gone from a single office room in Ranelagh to competing with the world's largest telecoms companies.<br /> <br /> 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. <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p>

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.<br /> <br /> We cut through the noise and work out what is the single thing you should be focused on. <p>I also reveal 3 upcoming events for early stage, scaling and hyper scaling entrepreneurs. </p> <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p> <div class= "view-episode__details align-self-center align-top col-lg offset-lg-1"> <div class="row"> <div class="libsyn-preview__container position-relative mx-auto"> </div> </div> </div>

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.<br /> <br /> Mary shares the full story of how she has grown a company that spans continents and decades with incredible success. <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p> <div class= "view-episode__details align-self-center align-top col-lg offset-lg-1"> <div class="row"> <div class="libsyn-preview__container position-relative mx-auto"> </div> </div> </div>

In the Lab today, I breakdown the basics of Storytelling 101. <p>Stop selling and start telling.</p> <p>Can you tell me the story of your business in just one sentence? <br /> <br /> Do you have a "huh" moment?<br /> <br /> Find out why you need both on today's pod.</p> <p><span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</span></p> <div class= "view-episode__details align-self-center align-top col-lg offset-lg-1"> <div class="row"> <div class="libsyn-preview__container position-relative mx-auto"> <div class="libsyn-preview-player__container"> </div> <div class="libsyn-preview-player libsyn-preview-player--standard"> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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. <p>We discover the investments he's been making since and why a random conversation plunged him deep into the crypto world.</p> <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p>

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.<br /> <br /> You'll learn my process for delegation, automation and removal of ineffecient activities. <br /> <br /> 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. <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p>

Today, I'm joined by the man who sees 100s of startup pitches each year.<br /> <br /> 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) <p>John has skin in the game on both sides of the table and is able to give unique insights as an entrepreneur and investor. </p> <p>Visit my partner Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p>

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. <p>I also talk about the contradition of lockdown ending making me feel both happy and stressed. I share my template for dealing with uncertainty.</p> <p>You can also find out how to attend our community meetings & live pods in 2022.</p> <p> </p> <p>Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE</p>

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

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

<p>12 months ago, Riley did not exist. Today it is a thriving female healthcare company, disrupting an industry worth billions.</p> <p>Led by 3 female entrepreneurs, Fiona, Aine and Lauren, Riley just closed a funding round worth €400k & have secured contracts with major partners including Vodafone.</p> <p>They are our 2nd and final rising star pick for 2021. </p>

<p>In today's episode, I chat about why I left Ireland & the impact it had on my mindset.</p> <p>I also share how I bought my first NFT, how much it cost and how I 10x'd my investment.</p> <div class="def"> <div class="def"> <p>Thanks to Bay Street Innovation, Chapter, Find A Venue.ie, for being my partners on Season 7.</p> </div> </div> <div class="def"> </div>

<p>In less than 12 months, Niall & his team have taken their nutrition company from idea stage to being stocked in over 800 stores nationwide & launching into America.</p> <p>Niall is the first ever EE Rising Star. Each season, I will pick entrepreneurs who are doing incredible things & are poised to be breakout stars in the next 12 months.</p> <p>Hear what secrets propelled their rapid growth, the bootstapper mentality they employed & his plan to dominate the American market.</p> <div class="def"> <div class="def"> <p>Thanks to Bay Street Innovation Find A Venue.ie, and Chapter for being my partners on Season 7.</p> </div> </div> <div class="def"> </div>

<p>Hi everyone and welcome back to the pod.</p> <p>In this episode, I talk about why there have been no pods recently and the reasons for that. I also look ahead to 2022, sharing some of my tricks for planning and I also try find a partner for my new business. </p> <div class="def"> <p>Thanks to Find A Venue.ie, Bay Street Innovation and Chapter for being my partners on Season 7.</p> </div>

<p>His clients reach over 1 billion views each year & today he shares the secrets of YouTube success.</p> <p>Paddy is recognised as a leading global expert in YouTube & audience building.</p> <p>He reveals how he started over 50 channels before striking gold with his current one & becoming an online sensation.</p> <p>Paddy breaks down the business of YouTube, how much money is at stake and why building an audience should be the single biggest goal of your business.</p>

<p>A podcast I didn't really want to do.</p> <p>I talk about my mental health journey since The Worst Year of My Life episode.</p> <p>What's been working for me and what hasn't.</p> <p>Hope you get some insight and value.<br /> <br /> Be kind to yourself.</p> <div class="def"> <p>Thanks to Find A Venue.ie, Bay Street Innovation and Chapter for being my partners on Season 7.</p> </div>

<p>This week's guest is the exact definition of a serial entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> To start one successful business is a massive success but to do it three times and start a fourth is almost superhuman.</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>His latest mission is huge. He has set his sights on transforming the way food & drink outlets order their supplies. <br /> <br /> Sit back & prepare to be energised by this chat.<br /> <span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> Visit my season partners Chapter, & Bay Street Innovation, & Find a Venue.</span></p> <div class="def"> </div> <p><br /> <br /></p>

<p>In the Lab this week, I share the story of how I hacked the housing market and found a solution of home ownership for under €60k.</p> <p>We also look at two other ways you can find rental properties far below the market prices and a hidden tactic for securing homes that never go on the open market.</p> <div class="def"> <p>Thanks to Find A Venue.ie, Bay Street Innovation and Chapter for being my partners on Season 7.</p> </div> <div class="def"> </div>

<p>Rhona and her co-founder Eimear are building a quieter world for us all.</p> <p>On today's episode I'm joined by the incredible Rhona Togher as she shares the highs and lows of the last 12 years building the Lios Group.</p> <p>With clients such as the European Space Agency, this Irish company built by 2 powerful female entrepreneurs makes for an incredible story.</p> <p>Visit my season partners Chapter, & Bay Street Innovation, & Find a Venue.</p>

<p>In the Lab this week, I breakdown the process behind the win a home raffles that have popped up all across Ireland in the last few months.</p> <p>I purchased a few tickets to understand the process and try to figure out if they are legit or a scam?</p> <p>Find out what I discovered on today's episode.</p> <p>Thanks to Bay Street Innovation, Chapter and Find A Venue.ie for being my partners on Season 7.</p>

<p>Best selling author, serial entrepreneur and YouTuber Rob Lipsett joins me to share his secrets.</p> <p>We chat about how he maintains a relentless work ethic and his ability to run & grow multiple businesses while maintaining his nomadic lifestyle.</p> <p>Living between Dublin, Marbella and London, Rob has just launched his latest venture, Fuel Cakes.<br /> <br /> Rob documents his journey to 500k YouTube subscribers & 590k Instagram followers.</p> <p>Thanks to Find a Venue, Chapter, & Bay Street Innovation, SE7 Partners.</p>

<p>I'm joined this week by Jayne Ronayne from Talivest. She shares her incredible journey that spanned the globe before finding success back in Ireland.</p> <p>For me, this episode perfectly displays the sheer grit and consistency that it takes to be an entrepreneur. When you strip back the perceived glamour of owning your own business, Jayne explains the sacrifices and hard work it takes to make it.</p> <p>A fascinating episode filled with real honesty & insight. </p> <div class="def"> <p>Thanks to Find a Venue, Chapter, & Bay Street Innovation for being my partners on Season 7.</p> </div> <div class="def"> </div>

<p>Today on the pod I announce the first ever Entrepreneur Experiment Awards ceremony and how you can get involved.</p> <p>We also discuss the makers mindset and I update you on my Wilde Cabins.</p> <div class="def"> <p>Thanks to Find a Venue, Chapter, & Bay Street Innovation for being my partners on Season 7.</p> </div> <div class="def"> </div>

<p>Incredible brands are born from great stories. Today's guest shares the journey of an idea created between friends that blossomed into a global brand.</p> <p>Gary brings us on the path from whiteboard sketches to breaking the US drinks market.</p> <p>Thanks to Find a Venue, Chapter, & Bay Street Innovation for being my partners on Season 7.</p>

<p>Today in the Lab I talk about intensity versus consistency and offer you a challenge for the rest of 2021.</p> <p>I reveal the business I've been secretly working on for 18 months and share the early part of the journey with you.</p> <p>Thanks for Chapter, Find a Venue & Bay Street Innovation for being my partners on Season 7.</p> <p> </p>

<p>One of the world's hottest fintech companies is being built right here on Ireland's West Coast.</p> <p>Joining me today for our deep dive chat is Fidelma McGuirk.</p> <p>Her company, Payslip, recently raised €8.3 million and is currently hiring over 100 people in Westport.</p> <p>In this chat we find out how Fidelma got started, her advice for growing a company outside the major cities and practical insights for starting from scratch. </p>

<p>Today, I'm joined in the Lab by Conor Kearney from Jetbooks to share this ideas and trends that are interesting him.</p> <p>He shares a controversial opinion about why starting a business might be the wrong idea.</p> <p>Tune in to find out what you should be doing instead.</p> <p>Thanks for Chapter, Find a Venue & Bay Street Innovation for being my partners on Season 7.</p>

<p>Joining me on the first interview of the new season is Oisin Hanrahan, the CEO of Angi.</p> <p>Angi has 5,000 staff across America and is valued at over $5 billion. </p> <p>Prior to Angi, Oisin founded Handy which raised in excess of $100m before being acquired by Angi in 2018.</p> <p>In a wide ranging chat, we discuss leadership during Covid, what it feels like to sell your company and how he remains productive as a CEO of a public company. </p>

<p class="" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Season 7 of The Entrepreneur Experiment is back today.</p> <p class="">After a short summer break, the new season is back with 20 new episodes over the next 10 weeks.</p> <p class="">Today, I reveal what I've been up to over the summer break, plans for the new season and a giveaway competition for you.</p> <p class=""> </p>

<p>Serial entrepreneur Aidan Corbett joins me on today's pod.<br /> <br /> Aidan's latest venture has just raised $76 million in funding as it ramps up global expansion. All from their HQ here in Dublin.</p> <p>In this wide ranging chat, we discover:</p> <p>- The evolution of Aidan as an entrepreneur</p> <p>- How you should ALWAYS take the money</p> <p>- Why bootstrapping doesn't work</p> <p>- Aidan's pick for the top 3 best opportunity areas in ecommerce</p> <p>- Good Angels v Bad Angels</p> <p>- The 5 books that have shaped his thinking. </p> <p> </p>

<p>In this week's Idea Lab, I share with you a personal story of finding out I had a potentially serious heart issue & the steps I took to get to the bottom of it.</p> <p>In light of the events that unfolded over the weekend at the Euros, I felt it was an important message to share & break down for you the importance of getting yourself checked out.</p> <p>The single most important cog in any small business is the founder or entrepreneur. If you aren't looking after yourself, you are building on quicksand.<br /> <br /> Visit Keary's Carstore: <a href="http://bit.ly/EExCarStore" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=http://bit.ly/EExCarStore&source=gmail&ust=1623938031314000&usg=AFQjCNEUIbmMXj2iMahMj2qVP4ji72dNqw"> bit.ly/EExCarStore</a></p>

<p>I can only describe today's guest as a pragmatist with a wild vision.</p> <p>Barry has started and exited multiple companies but is back with his biggest mission yet, to prevent road deaths.</p> <p>His latest company, Privizio recently secured €5 million in funding to make that mission a reality.</p> <p>In this episode we learn:</p> <p>- How to autonomous industry has failed</p> <p>- The trouble with Tesla</p> <p>- Barry blueprint for serial success<br /> <br /> Visit Keary's Carstore: <a href="http://bit.ly/EExCarStore" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=http://bit.ly/EExCarStore&source=gmail&ust=1623938031314000&usg=AFQjCNEUIbmMXj2iMahMj2qVP4ji72dNqw"> bit.ly/EExCarStore</a></p>

<p>This week's guest has been working with leaders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs for over 20 years, unlocking their full potential.</p> <p>In a wide ranging chat, we explore what is high performance & how can you achieve it on a consistent basis?</p> <p>You will learn about mental habits, understanding the inner voice, and mastering the outer versus inner game. </p> <p>Visit Keary's Carstore: <a href="http://bit.ly/EExCarStore" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=http://bit.ly/EExCarStore&source=gmail&ust=1623938031314000&usg=AFQjCNEUIbmMXj2iMahMj2qVP4ji72dNqw"> bit.ly/EExCarStore</a></p>

<p>How much do you invest each month in the single most important asset you will ever own?</p> <p>The average Irish person spends €28 per week on booze and cigarettes and €0 on self investment.</p> <p>In today's episode, I break down the 5 main areas I invest in to help me perform better & live longer. </p> <p> </p>

<p>From starting his company in school to partnering with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, it's been a wild journey for Adam Dalton. <br /> <br /> Along with co-founder Evan, they have built a business spanning 100 countries serving over 100,000 students.</p> <p>I hear how they coped with major early setbacks, the challenge of running a business while in full-time education and how they partnered with the Apple co-founder. </p>

<p>In the Lab today, it's a money special. I look at the Sunday Times Rich List & break out some interesting stats from it.<br /> <br /></p> <p>I also ask you if you have a money goal and what that number is? </p> <p>We also break down some lessons I learned about finance & money from this week's guest on the pod, Emmet Savage, founder of MyWallSt. </p> <p> </p>

<p>My guest today is one of the world's most respected stock market experts. He founded MyWallSt which has raised over $8 million in funding and he has achieved a 24% average annual stock market return over the last decade. <br /> <br /> In today's episode you are going to learn:</p> <p>- How technology democratised stock investing.</p> <p>- Why social proof & having strategic partners is a brilliant strategy.</p> <p>- The day they almost gave away 20% of the company for $1.</p> <p>- 5 tips every aspiring investor should follow.</p> <p>Refer the pod & get rewarded: https://refer.fm/experiment</p>

<p>In the Lab this week, I reveal my plans for reopening and the mindset tools I'm using to reimagine my business & way of life.</p> <p>I also discuss the results of my experiment to reduce my phone screen time to less than 60 minutes from a high of 4 hours and 20 minutes! This was a tough one. <br /> <br /> Refer A Friend: https://refer.fm/experiment</p>

<p>The co-founder of FoodMarble joins me on the pod today. The device has transformed the lives of thousands of people living with food intolerances & is one of the coolest products developed in Ireland in the last 10 years. I predict FoodMarble are set to explode in popularity in the next couple of years. </p> <p>In this episode we discuss:</p> <p>- How spending 6 months in China rapidly advanced the company.</p> <p>- The important of speed & taking action - the first prototype of the device was in a cardboard box!</p> <p>- Their latest funding round & big plans for US expansion.<br /> <br /> Refer the pod: https://refer.fm/experiment</p>

<p>In the lab this week, we celebrate the reopening of businesses and I launch the new Entrepreneur Experiment Ambassador programme. You get free gifts when you refer the podcast to friends.</p> <p>I also breakdown how I used the money I normally spend on my daily coffee and invested in it cryptocurrency instead. I reveal the results and profits!</p> <p>Refer A Friend: https://refer.fm/experiment</p>

<p class="" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">This week on EE, Gary chats with Donnacha Neary, founder of Sonica.</p> <p class="">The time for messing around is over. This episode will inspire you to take action. Donnacha shares his journey from starting at zero in 2013 to already booking revenue of €70 million for 2021.</p> <p class="">Sonica are one of Ireland’s leading fit-out and construction specialists. When the biggest brands in the world want work done, they call Sonica. They have worked with Intercom, Hubspot, Diageo, and many others.<br /> <br /> I guarantee you will be motivated and inspired after this episode.</p>

<p>In the Lab today, we are talking about the May Momentum challenge which the community are doing. We also dig into the explosive growth of YouTube and I reveal how I'm swapping my daily coffee for crypto.<br /> <br /> If you aren't already subscribed, please hit the button as it really helps the pod to grow. </p>

<p>100 Million. That is how many meals our entrepreneur today has redistributed since starting her business back in 2012.</p> <p>Iseult & her co-founder Aoibheann run FoodCloud. They connect businesses who have surplus food with charities and partners that need it. <br /> <br /> A simple model that is incredibly powerful for both the environment and people at risk of otherwise going hungry.</p> <p>I learned so much from today's guest and you will too.</p> <p> </p>

<p>What is the biggest challenge you have right now? I want to know and help you with it. </p> <p>The EE Community is growing and I want to leverage that power to help you with your business or business ideas.</p> <p>We also chat about Conor McGregor and how to surf the wave of trends.</p>