Richard Farleigh, a former Dragons' Den investor and successful entrepreneur with over 120 businesses, shares his inspiring journey from an Australian orphanage to the heights of UK entrepreneurship. He discusses the unique challenges facing UK startups, including funding issues and high taxes. Richard also reveals how even seasoned entrepreneurs contend with imposter syndrome. He emphasizes the importance of treating the first year of business as a research phase and reflects on the evolving role of AI in enhancing productivity and innovation.