David Jeffreys could have been a pro gamer but instead built one of Ireland's leading tech companies. In this episode, we explore his elite sports mentality and how Ironman training gives him the competitive edge in business. In Jan 2022, he sold ActionPoint to Viatel & we get the full lowdown on how to build and sell a technology business You will also learn: - Why David blocks Friday for washing up -  How to develop an elite sports mentality  - The Get Lazy Mentality Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

In the Lab this week, I share the 4 lessons I learned from the elite-level performers I spent time with at Dublin Tech Summit. These 4 tips will reshape how you approach events and interact with people on a daily basis. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

Colm sold Realex in 2015 for €115 million & immediately launched a new venture. He has designed Fire.com for businesses and other financial institutions to easily access a range of payment services. In a wide-ranging chat, we discuss everything from the future of payments, why he didn't settle after selling Realex and the reason why the Fontaines D.C. have the world's greatest song.  Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

In the Lab today, I breakdown why you need to start doing cool things to help your business and your career prospects. It's time to stop being vanilla and hiding in the shadows. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

The greatest companies are built from the founder's desire to solve problems. The truly great ones come from a deep desire to solve your own challenge. Invisible barriers prevented Zoë from connecting with people she wanted in her life Frolo is the answer to that problem. Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

In July 2021, Ken Cahill sold his company, Silvercloud Health for a reported $250 million. He joins me on the pod today to share his journey and the harsh lessons learned. We discuss:- - How progress comes inch by inch - Why networking is a fallacy - His decision to move his life to America to crack the market. - How he felt waking up after selling his company   Proudly Partnered with Sage. Visit Sage: https://bit.ly/sageEE

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