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• E152: The Truth About Building a Global Fashion Business: Suppliers, Scaling & Obsession, with Laura Kearney

  Laura Kearney is the founder of Walk In Wardrobe and the creator of Love Laura, a fast-growing fashion brand with a 14,000 sq. ft. HQ, a flagship store in Banbridge, and a loyal social media following of over 345,000. Laura shares how she turned 10 years of retail experience into a thriving e-commerce and fashion business, built on intuition, obsession, and customer trust.This conversation is packed with actionable business advice for entrepreneurs, brand builders, and anyone looking to scale a product-based business.Laura opens up about the behind-the-scenes challenges, from supplier negotiations and factory visits to managing mass production issues, content creation, and live selling. She also shares what makes her brand stand out: deep customer insight, a hands-on approach to design and sizing, and a laser-sharp focus on quality.Whether you're launching your first product or scaling an established business, this episode offers practical, honest insights from someone who’s building a standout brand in a competitive space.Links from EpisodePrevious episode with Laura (Podcast Live)https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JyjKBNUZmnDYPyO1C8pSX?si=JbFCoxerQYWhO7xb-gsTtgThe Walk In Wardrobehttps://walkinwardrobeonline.com/ Laura Kearney - Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/laura.walkinwardrobe/?hl=en Brought to you in Partnership with Score Apphttps://www.scoreapp.com/ Location Partner for Series 12 - Carrickdale Hotel and Spahttps://www.carrickdale.com/ Use Digg20 to receive 20% off all stays booked for 2025, once booked by the end of September

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• E151: Barbara Scully: Why Women Over 50 are Just Getting Started

  Barbara Scully is an Irish writer, broadcaster, and unapologetic truth-teller who shares why your 50s, 60s, and beyond might just be your most powerful years yet.Barbara opens up about life after menopause, letting go of shame, and redefining purpose and confidence as we age. She talks about facing the collision of ageism and sexism, the freedom that comes with giving fewer f***s, and why older women are still so often underestimated. From raising children to writing bestselling books to touring a one-woman comedy show, Barbara’s journey proves that life doesn’t slow down; it gets bolder.This conversation is funny and full of truth. Barbara reminds us that growing older isn’t something to fear;  it’s something to celebrate. If you're navigating midlife, craving honest conversations, and ready to take your power back, this episode is for you.Links from EpisodeBarbara ScullyInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/barbarascully111/?hl=en BookWise Up: Power Wisdom and the Older WomanStandup Dates for BarbaraSEPTEMBER 202512th  - DUBLIN - at Stillgarden Distillery, Inchicore, Dublin 8 (gin and guffaws) at 8pm. 26th - ENNIS, CO CLARE - at Glor Theatre at 8:30pmOCTOBER 202523rd - KILKENNY - at Kilkenny Comedy Club at 8pmNOVEMBER 20256th - DUNDALK, CO LOUTH - at The Tain Arts Centre8th - GALWAY - at The Town Hall TheatreLinks for all tickets will be on her website https://barbarascully.com/shows/Brought to you in Partnership with McNicholl Caravanshttps://mcnichollcaravans.com/ Location Partner for Series 12 - Carrickdale Hotel and Spahttps://www.carrickdale.com/ Use Digg20 to receive 20% off all stays booked for 2025, once booked by the end of September

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• E150: 200k+ Customers Through a Subscription Model: How Rory’s Travel Club Scaled Fast

  Rory King is the founder of Rory’s Travel Club, one of Ireland’s fastest-growing and most innovative subscription-based businesses. Since launch, he’s built a travel brand that now reaches 200,000+ email subscribers, includes a highly engaged Facebook community of 60,000 members, and runs a WhatsApp channel with over 10,500 active followers - all while growing a personal social media audience of more than half a million.In this episode, Rory discusses the business engine behind Rory’s Travel Club. He breaks down why he chose a subscription-based model, how he negotiated exclusive travel deals, and what it really takes to build long-term trust with both partners and customers in a competitive industry.Rory shares the tools, platforms, and processes that have helped him scale fast while staying true to his brand values.Whether you’re thinking of launching a membership-based business, growing an online community, or finding smarter ways to connect with your audience, Rory’s insights offer a clear blueprint. He’s open about the challenges, the mindset required to push through doubt, and the lessons that turned early mistakes into valuable turning points.Links from EpisodeRory’s Travel Clubhttps://rorystravelclub.com/ Brought to you in Partnership with Score Apphttps://www.scoreapp.com/ Location Partner for Series 12 - Carrickdale Hotel and Spahttps://www.carrickdale.com/ Use Digg20 to receive 20% off all stays booked for 2025, once booked by the end of September

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• E149: Life After Retirement: Michael Dorman on Finding Purpose, Health, and Connection

  Michael Dorman is a retired pharmacist and undertaker whose steady presence has touched generations in the Coalisland community. For over four decades, Michael stood behind the pharmacy counter offering more than medicine; he offered time, trust, and compassion. From quietly calling to people’s homes in times of illness to standing beside grieving families as an undertaker, Michael reflects on a career built on kindness, intuition, and a deep-rooted love for his hometown.With wisdom earned from years of serving others, he shares powerful advice on ageing well, the value of staying active, and how small acts of consideration can make a big impact. As he faces his own unexpected health challenge, Michael speaks with honesty and optimism about life, legacy, and the importance of showing up for others and for yourself.Links from EpisodeBrought to you in Partnership with McNicholl Caravanshttps://mcnichollcaravans.com/ Location Partner for Series 12 - Carrickdale Hotel and Spahttps://www.carrickdale.com/ Use Digg20 to receive 20% off all stays booked for 2025, once booked by the end of September

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• E148: Digital Strategy for Public Sector & Business: Joanne Sweeney’s Expert Guide

  Joanne Sweeney is a leading voice in digital transformation - an Irish entrepreneur, digital strategist, and author with a passion for helping the public sector embrace the power of online communication. As the founder of the Digital Training Institute and the Public Sector Marketing Institute, Joanne has worked with government agencies, public bodies, and businesses to reshape how they connect with their audiences in the digital age.In this episode, we explore what’s really happening in the public sector when it comes to digital marketing - how the mindset is shifting, where organisations are still struggling, and why clear, confident communication matters more than ever. Joanne explains the most common mistakes made online during a crisis, what digital transformation actually looks like in real-world settings, and why some platforms are still underused by those who need them most.She also shares valuable advice for business owners, from how to create a digital strategy on a tight budget to the key metrics every entrepreneur should be tracking. For those managing it all themselves, Joanne offers a realistic weekly routine and the tools she recommends to make digital feel less overwhelming and more achievable.In our quick-fire round, Joanne reveals her favourite digital tool, her take on strategy vs. consistency, and the book she believes every business owner should read.Whether you’re leading in the public sector or building your own brand, this episode is packed with practical insight and no-nonsense guidance.Links from EpisodeJoanne Sweeney:Website - https://publicsectormarketingpros.com/ Podcast - Public Sector Marketing Show on wherever you get your podcastsLinkedIn - https://ie.linkedin.com/in/jstalksdigital Books Joanne’s -  Public Sector Marketing ProJames Clear - Atomic Habits Brought to you in partnership with ScoreApphttp://scoreapp.com/digg Get 50% Off the first month using the discount code diggLocation partner for series 12 & 13 - Carrickdale Hotel and Spahttps://www.carrickdale.com/  Use Digg20 to receive 20% off all stays booked for 2025, once booked by the end of September.

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