Few companies in the world have shaped the world of travel like Ryanair. They took an entire industry and ripped up the playbook. In today's episode, we get the full inside story from Dec Ryan, the co-founder of Ryanair. From early days of offering cut prices flights to London to building a low cost model that has defined the world of air travel in the last 20 years. Dec has repeated this model all across the world including Columbia and Mexico. We also explore the future of flight with Dec's investment in electric aircraft. Tune in to hear a deeply personal dialogue on mental health, resilience, and the pursuit of balance. The episode culminates with an encouraging message about taking that all-important first action, setting the stage for success whether in life or business.   Join us for a flight through stories of transformation, innovation, and the unbreakable human spirit, and be sure to catch every insight by subscribing to our podcast for the full experience.   Find out more about MindShift Coaching Programme: https://bit.ly/3Sc4u6Y  --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Ethos - Resilience: https://bit.ly/3w1IunV  Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF 

My gift to you for 2024 is my complete guide to reviewing your year and planning 2024. This episode breaks down in detail how I plan my entire year and the systems I use for success. Happy New Year and I hope this episode helps you plan your best year yet.  --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23  

Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn a family business into a multi-million-pound empire? Jacqueline O'Donovan, a pioneer in waste disposal, did just that at 19, steering her company through decades of growth and innovation. Jacqueline is the MD of O'Donovan Waste Disposal in the UK and her father, Joe, originally hails from Cork. Jacqui built the business from £175,000 turnover to £18 million before selling in 2022. She was awarded an OBE in December 2023 for her services to business in the UK.  Today's episode peels back the curtain on how she navigated the emotional landscape of selling her business, maintained excellence over 37 yeears, and what fuels her current and future ventures. Venture into the world of entrepreneurship with Jacqueline, as she recounts the early days of stepping into leadership and the profound influence of her family's immigrant roots and work ethic. Her personal narrative intertwines with astute business insights, highlighting the significance of communication, consistency, and the challenges of scaling a business. As we delve into her meticulous design of an environmentally conscious facility, Jacqueline's experience shines a light on combating gender inequality with knowledge and confidence, proving that these are the ultimate tools for success in a male-dominated industry. As we close, Jacqueline's transition from waste management to the realms of PR, marketing, and storytelling unfolds, revealing the breadth of her expertise. Her candid discussion on mentorship, the fallacy of needing to fail in entrepreneurship, and juggling personal life with professional commitments offers a treasure trove of wisdom.      --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23 EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp

Join the culinary adventure with self-taught chef and entrepreneur Eoin Sheehan as he serves up a feast of stories from his journey from humble beginnings to fueling Ireland's elite athletes. With over 100 live shows of TV under his belt, Eoin's star is rising as he balances life as a TV chef and ambitious entrepreneur with a rapidly expanding bespoke culinary business feeding athletes and sports teams across Ireland. His refreshing take on how personal branding and a 'doing your reps' ethos can shape not just a business, but an entire lifestyle, is a recipe for inspiration. Eoin reveals his insights on entrepreneurship, emphasizing the significance of savoring life's moments and not letting work consume you. His story is a testament to the delicate balance between fostering a thriving business and cultivating a rich personal life – a balance many of us strive for. Visit Eoin's Business: https://bit.ly/47e0CHQ Follow Eoin on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3NB3aZL  --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23 EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp

Your mentors today are John & Joe, two of the most impressive people I've had the pleasure to meet on this podcast adventure. In April 2023, they sold their company to Zoom for an undisclosed figure, rumoured to be over $400 millon. In this episode, they possibly share the most important lesson every aspiring founder should learn. How to launch your company, before you even have a product. This is a bite-sized episode, to listen to the full interview, go back to episode 218. --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23 EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N  

In this dynamic and insightful discussion, we sit down with Fiona O'Carroll, an esteemed business leader and CEO advisor, to explore the crucial shift to a digital mindset in today's rapidly changing business landscape. Fiona has been a leader in companies such as Riverdeep, Independent News & Media and Vivendi Games. Fiona brings her extensive experience as an "intrapreneur" to the table and shares her wisdom on the challenges that companies face as they transition from the industrial era to the digital era. With her strong emphasis on mindset over technology, Fiona's insights provide a unique perspective on leadership in the digital era. We also discuss overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, particularly for women in male-dominated industries, with Fiona sharing her personal experiences and how she learned to master her inner critic. The importance of self-awareness in overcoming self-doubt is emphasized, along with the idea that success does not eliminate these feelings but rather presents new opportunities for growth. Join us as we share an inspiring story of a woman who discovered she was pregnant while being offered a high-level executive role and the power of overcoming self-doubt and societal expectations to embrace opportunities.  --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23  

Your mentor today is Norman Crowley, the founder of Cool Planet & Ava. He was 2 hours away from selling his business for $1 billion. We talk about how that feels, the power of intention and how he completely shifted his life goals after retiring at 28. --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23  

Unlock the secrets of securing investment, scaling a business, and overcoming the obstacles faced by female entrepreneurs in our insightful discussion with Chupi Sweetman, founder of Chupi Jewellery, and James Doody, a director with IBI Corporate Finance. This was filmed with a live audience at my studio in the private cinema in the Greenway Building by Iconic Offices Expect to be inspired by Chupi’s journey, raising a remarkable €3.75 million last year, and James's expert advice on fundraising that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take on the world of finance. We don't just stop at raising capital, but pull back the curtain on the journey of starting a business from the ground up. Hear firsthand how Chupi took her business from a spare room to a successful brand, and get James's expert advice on building a solid financial plan and team. The power of networking, resilience, and turning rejections into opportunities also take center stage in our chat.  Rounding out our episode, we broach the subject of finding the right investors, decoding terms, and the hidden costs of opportunity. James shares his personal experience with investment, stressing the importance of matchmakers in aligning entrepreneurs and investors. We highlight the need to understand your business valuations and set realistic expectations. Chupi and James leave us with powerful insights into the world of entrepreneurship, reminding us that gender should never define your journey, and the importance of forming genuine bonds in business. Tune in for an episode packed with wisdom, advice, and real-world experiences that every entrepreneur will find invaluable.     (06:11) - Starting and Scaling a Business (15:51) - Company Funding and Finance for Entrepreneurs (24:22) - Finding the Right Investors and Terms (28:21) - Raising Capital for Business Growth (35:02) - Business Climate's Financing Challenges (42:34) - Networking and Building Genuine Relationships (46:14) - Funding Process and Female Entrepreneurship (58:51) - Advice for Founders and Funding Strategies (01:11:04) - Challenges and Options for Female Founders (01:14:27) - Partnerships and Generational Progress   --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23 EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp    

Mark Abraham, the founder of Shackle, sits down with Gary Fox. Shackle is the global travel app of the future. They have raised ove $20 million with the ultimate ambition of building a business bigger than Airbnb! Originally from Tullamore, Mark now lives in Dubai after a career that has spanned the globe. In this episode we discuss: His calculated decision to move to the Middle East How Shackle can be bigger than Airbnb Why Mark believes work life balance is a myth How he secured some of the world's biggest founders are investors His unique networking approach --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23 EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N  

Speed of execution is what seperates entrepreneurs from wantrepreneurs. Aonghus developed his very first product version using a cardboard box!  Your mentor today shares with us the power of executing fast and how momentum is everything when building your first product. Aonghus Shortt is the CEO & founder of Food Marble. You can go back and listen to the full episode at EE 125.  --- Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners EIIS Innovation Fund: https://bit.ly/3sxFdLp ADHD Now: https://bit.ly/49uzd6N Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/iconicEE23