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The Inner Entrepreneur

The Inner Entrepreneur

Business:Entrepreneurship

Why Losing My £25M Business Was One Of The Best Things to Happen:  EP67

Why Losing My £25M Business Was One Of The Best Things to Happen: EP67

2024-12-12
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In this deeply revealing episode of the Entrepreneur Podcast, host Paul Ryan sits down with Chris O'Connell, who built and exited a £25 million company. Chris shares his harrowing yet inspiring life story, which spans from a troubled childhood to building a successful business, facing monumental failures, and ultimately finding personal redemption and professional resurgence.

 

Chris talks openly about the psychological and emotional challenges of entrepreneurship and emphasizes the importance of self-worth, vulnerability, and mental health. He also offers invaluable advice on balancing personal development with business growth and the importance of understanding one's 'why' and purpose. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and provides rich insights for aspiring and current entrepreneurs alike.

 

 

00:00 Introduction to the Entrepreneur Podcast

01:03 Chris O'Connell's Early Life Struggles

03:14 Rising Through Adversity

04:50 Building a Business Empire

05:17 Facing Business Challenges

06:04 Personal and Professional Downfall

06:51 Rebuilding and Finding Purpose

07:38 Discovering Family Secrets

17:22 The Power of Vulnerability and Authenticity

22:39 Debunking the Myth of Overnight Success

23:46 The Reality of Making and Keeping Money

24:16 The Importance of Financial Education

24:45 Personal Experiences with Wealth and Loss

27:36 Balancing Success and Mental Health

29:29 Tools for Maintaining Mental Health

32:55 The Six Facets of a Harmonized Life

34:08 Finding Balance in Business and Life

36:10 Defining 'Enough' and Pursuing Purpose

39:01 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, business owner, mentor and podcaster. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

 

Paul embodies the spirit of a lifelong learner, with a thirst for knowledge and adept leadership that has enabled him to create a life of time and financial freedom.

 

Connect with the host:

Website: Pauljryan.net

Paul's X:  https://twitter.com/paulryanwrites

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