AIBF Business Talk

Episode 97: Andy Synnott, Select - Elevating Your Business through Tech Empowerment and Rebranding

Elevating Your Business through Tech Empowerment and Rebranding: Insights from Andy Synnott, Select 📲🎯

Embark on an immersive journey into the realm of Empowerment and Support through Technology; and hear also about the transition from one of Ireland’s best known brands, to a totally new company name and logo; with Andy Synnott of Select, Premium Apple Reseller on this week’s AIBF Business Talk podcast. 🎙️

Known as CompuB for nearly three decades, the company underwent a remarkable transformation, rebranding as Select after acquiring the UK business Stormfront. 🏢

They meticulously collaborated with various companies to craft a unique and premium look that perfectly complements the iconic Apple brand, one of the top-three most recognizable brands in the World. 🍏

Andy reveals that the rebranding venture extends far beyond merely displaying the new logo at their stores or on the website. It encompasses every aspect, from marketing materials to sponsoring and exhibiting at prestigious events like the recent AIBF Summit. 📈

In a world full of constant change, Select has demonstrated their resilience amidst turbulent times, such as emerging from the pandemic and grappling with economic fluctuations. 🌪️ Andy assures that despite these challenges, they are weathering the storm with strength, experiencing a robust presence in the retail sector, and witnessing businesses regaining their footing. 🛍️🏢

Offering a premium experience in Retail, Education and Business is what Select takes immense pride in. They empower businesses and support employees through technology, understanding that true support is the key to success. 💪🤝 In fact, around 60% of common device-related issues that customers come to Select with, can be as simple as turning devices on or off, erasing and reinstalling data, or fixing a dirty charging port. 🔄🔌

 

Andy offers a valuable tip for all business owners out there eager to keep up with ever-advancing technology. While we all crave the latest and fastest tech, it's essential to remember that humans are adaptable but may occasionally require that extra bit of support. 🚀🤝

🎧 Don't miss the chance to learn from an industry expert and hear the incredible journey of Select's rebranding success. 🎉

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

 

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 96: Paraic O’Mahony, Chapter Financial

🎙  Mastering Your Financial Destiny: Paraic O'Mahony on the Power of Protection, Pensions, and Investments.

Discover the power of Protection, Pensions and Investments with Paraic O'Mahony of Chapter Financial, on this latest AIBF Business Talk Podcast episode.

Paraic shares his expertise in offering financial advice to entrepreneurs, managers, and directors, highlighting that it’s never too late to start planning and investing in yourself and your future. 💼

🔑 Taking Care of Your Staff and Yourself: While it's essential to care for your staff, Paraic reminds us not to neglect ourselves - financially 💲, health-wise 🤸‍♀️, and mentally 🧠. He suggests recognizing potential issues that may arise in the future and addressing them proactively.

Building a pension early on, even with a modest salary, can yield significant results later in life. It provides choices and options when it's time to retire or pass on the business.

💡 Start with the end in mind: When starting a business, Paraic advises making sure that individuals are protected and having a well-thought-out plan. 📝 Whether it's a 5 or 10-year strategy, planning for an exit or retirement is essential. Pensions, tax-efficient business building, and extraction are crucial components of the plan.

🛡️ Basic Protection for Starters: Even if you don't implement the full plan right away, having basic protection in place is crucial.

🔍 Educate Yourself and Ask Questions: Paraic encourages business owners to stay curious and be open to learning about their financial health. 

🚀 Staying in the loop: As change is constant so too are changes in the financial landscape - especially when it comes to pensions. Paraic demystifies ‘Auto-Enrolment’ - an obligation that all employers need to be aware of.

📈 Plan, Educate, and Invest: The key takeaways from this podcast are clear – plan for your financial future, educate yourself, and start investing early. Whether you're a business owner or an employee, taking control of your finances can lead to a more secure and fulfilling future. 💪

Don't be an ostrich with your head in the sand! 🦜 Raise your head, ask questions, and explore the opportunities to secure your financial well-being. By doing so, you can create a brighter and more prosperous tomorrow. 🌟

Listen to Paraic O'Mahony's insightful advice and take the first step towards financial empowerment! 🎧💰

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 95: Shay Lynch, Future State Performance

🔥 Unveiling the Power of Process: Exploring Strategies for Sustainable Business Achievement and Breaking Down Silos.

🎙️ Delve into the strategies of harnessing systems thinking for enduring and sustainable business achievement, and the power of process driven methods, with Shay Lynch of Future State Performance on today’s AIBF Business Talk Podcast.

📋 Shay's meticulous research has unveiled an intriguing pattern: the challenges encountered by business leaders arise from intricate angles and dimensions, amplified by prevalent distractions, that impact on crucial value-added work; prompting the phenomenon he labels as "Firefighting." 🔍📈

His observations on the three main challenges that average leaders must overcome in today's landscape:

1️⃣Employee Retention or Top Talent Retention:

• Focus on fulfilment: Prioritise providing a fulfilling work environment rather than solely emphasising performance-based incentives.

2️⃣Customers: Building Strong Relationships:

• Understand business pain: Develop a deep understanding of customers' pain points and tailor solutions that address their specific needs.

3️⃣Rising Costs of Business: Controlling the Controllables:

• Identify controllable factors: Identify and focus on areas within your business where costs can be controlled, such as optimising processes and resource allocation.

In demystifying business optimisation, Shay highlights three key factors in facilitating an effective process: a detailed examination of the core processes involved; the importance of adopting a flexible and adaptable management framework; and the implementation of a strategic approach influenced by military operations to safeguard the business.

A firm believer in the power of process, Shay serves as a facilitator, dedicated to optimising team performance. He highlights, as an example, the significance of cross-functional communication between sales and marketing departments. This communication plays a critical role in ensuring processes and KPIs are aligned, guiding them towards a unified direction.

Shay emphasises the following to help ensure smooth business operations:

🔄Continuously optimise the business model while prioritising employee happiness, fulfilment, and satisfaction. 

🤝 Foster meaningful connections and friendships within the business environment. 

👥 Prioritise delivering exceptional customer experiences.

🎧 Unlock a world of valuable information and inspiration from our valued Business All-Star Shay Lynch by tuning in to this must-listen podcast.

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 94: Sean Dwan, Speak for Success International

Sean Dwan: Mastering the Art of Captivating Audiences through Powerful Public Speaking🎙️

Step into a world of fearless communication and mesmerising presentations with Sean Dwan from Speak for Success International, as he shares his expertise on the AIBF Business Talk podcast, unveiling potential strategies to conquer public speaking fears and create a lasting audience impact.🎯

He emphasises ‘Steak, Sizzle, and Style’ as the three fundamental attributes that every speaker should embody for delivering impactful presentations.🔑

 🗣️Sean highlights the critical role of audience demographics - knowing who you are speaking to; as well as the assessment of facilities and equipment, along with consistent practice, in mastering the art of public speaking.

Emphasising the significance of preparation, he encourages everyone to repeat the following three sentences several times a day in order to become a confident speaker:
1️⃣ "I love to present."
2️⃣ "This is a lot of fun."
3️⃣ “The audience will really enjoy this."💪

 💬Sean unveils the crucial aspects of effective communication during speeches. He emphasises the impact of powerful words, like quotations, and highlights the significance of nonverbal cues such as facial expressions, eye contact, and a captivating smile; which play a vital role in engaging audiences.

Sean also highlights the transformative power of integrating mind mapping practices into the speaker's repertoire, fostering audience engagement and enabling them to extract substantial value from the orator's presentation.🎤

🎧It’s time to uncover the secrets to mastering the art of public speaking. Tune in now!

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 93: Niresh Moodley, YourTeam

📈 Ever considered outsourcing to help scale your business? – Niresh Moodley, YourTeam

🎙️ On this episode of the AIBF Business Talk podcast we gain a deep insight from our Business All-Star Niresh Moodley of YourTeam on how your business can benefit from outsourcing - freeing you up to focus your energies elsewhere.

Is finding it hard to source quality talent a challenge for you, with ‘full employment’ in Ireland?

💪 Niresh and his colleagues at YourTeam are here with a solution, by utilising a global network of skilled professionals.

YourTeam was founded during Covid – a time where the benefits of remote working really came to the fore. With the systems and processes that his company put in place for their clients – YourTeam offer a seamless solution in roles such as customer service, finance and accounting, video monitoring and digital marketing.

⚖ Delving deeper into the YourTeam model explaining that their outsourced solution allows clients to really tap into the global market of talent and to reduce overhead expenses by 50% or more in a lot of cases for your staffing needs.

🔍While other companies offer similar services – are you really getting the quality and the standards that you deserve?

YourTeam go through a forensic process to ensure they source the most skilled professionals for their clients.

While YourTeam was started during a global pandemic, Niresh has over 2️⃣0️⃣years’ experience in the world of outsourcing.

His journey in this area began when he moved to Canada – a global leader for decades in the world of outsourcing.

One of Niresh’s key mantras is that it's not about the price; it's about the service.  It’s no surprise that he has helped save companies millions over the years. 💲

🎧Tune into this insightful podcast now and hear how outsourcing can be a game changer for your business.

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 92: Adrian Godwin, Oaktree Financial Services

🤝Guiding you on your financial life journey - Adrian Godwin, Oaktree Financial Services

🎙️ On this episode of the AIBF Business Talk podcast we hear from our Business All-Star Adrian Godwin of Oaktree Financial Services on the important steps of your personal financial life journey, and how it isn’t as daunting as it may seem for some.

💶Whatever stage of your financial path you are at, from mortgages to pensions, and everything in between; Adrian and the team at Oaktree Financial Services have you covered.

They have literally become the lynch-pin for a client for everything.

💪The team at Oaktree Financial Services take a real personal approach - in addition to advising about an individual financial topic such as a mortgage, they can help craft a full financial plan and assist you with your financial goals.

Know your PRSA’s from your PRB’s? No? - Don’t worry!

Adrian takes a deep-dive into the world of pensions advising to keep it simple, noting that many people will be surprised that even starting with a very small amount on a monthly basis - can make a huge difference in the long term.

🌳From little acorns big trees do indeed grow!

🤿Adrian’s also deep dives into company financial wellbeing offering the following tips:

1️⃣From a company perspective, know where your money is coming from and going too.

2️⃣Have a good overall financial view - understand the options that are available to you.

3️⃣Make sure you have an exit plan.

🎧It’s time to uncover the excellent work by Adrian at his wonderful colleagues at Oaktree Financial Services - listening to this Podcast will give you the springboard to boost your coffers! 💰

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 91: Brigid Walsh, Solar Evolution

🌞 "Solar Evolution" by Brigid Walsh: Pioneering the Future of Sustainable Energy Solutions.

 

☀ ️ Gear up and tune in to this inspiring AIBF Business Talk podcast featuring entrepreneur and Business All-Star Brigid Walsh, Co-Founder of Solar Evolution Ltd.

 

🎓Brigid's journey from mature student to chartered engineer and Co-Founder of Solar Evolution showcases the transformative power of education and entrepreneurship. 

 

🏆From 2003 to 2018, she achieved remarkable milestones, becoming a chartered engineer and co-founding one of the country's top solar energy companies within two years.

⚡ Solar Evolution are renewable energy professionals committed to a sustainable future that aid commercial and industrial companies produce their own electricity by installing solar systems to help clients offset their building’s carbon footprint.

👥Working closely with their partners, Brigid demonstrates her exceptional leadership skills and a deep understanding of the business landscape. 

 

With her remarkable business drive and a collaborative mindset, Brigid fosters a thriving environment where ideas flourish, and the team works together towards a common goal. 🌱

 

🎯 Brigid's determination, innovation, and commitment have propelled Solar Evolution to the forefront of the solar energy industry

 

Her story reminds us that with vision, perseverance, and a drive for positive impact, we can create a brighter, sustainable future.🌍

 

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

 

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 90 : A COO’s Experience - Moira Grassick on maximising employees as a key part of your organisation

🎙️ On today’s AIBF Business Talk Podcast, Moira Grassick, Chief Operating Officer at Peninsula Ireland; gives us a brilliant insight into the importance of HR as the backbone of any business - fostering a strong workplace culture for the benefits of all involved.

Since its establishment in 1997, Peninsula has undergone a transformation from providing employment law and HR services to becoming a trusted companion for more than 7,000 successful businesses across Ireland.🤝

💪Moira advocates teamwork as a crucial component of organisational strategy, leveraging employees' diverse talents for thriving collaboration and synergy. A positive work atmosphere, rooted in trust, respect, and inclusivity, boosts employee engagement, satisfaction, and productivity.

 

🌱 Moira advises the following tips to maximise employee productivity:
1️⃣ Foster open communication to build strong employer-employee relationships.
2️⃣ Conduct regular team meetings to enhance collaboration.
3️⃣ Customise parameters for individual employees to promote growth. 

🎧It's time to uncover the remarkable work of Peninsula Ireland and the tireless efforts of Moira and her team. Immerse yourself in the podcast now.

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 89: From Vision to Reality - Bassey Duke and Prunne Consulting Ltd Unleashing the Power of Logistics

🎧Brace yourself for an awe-inspiring episode of the AIBF Business Talk podcast as we are joined by the extraordinary Bassey Duke, who shares his incredible journey that will leave you spellbound.

🌍 Nigeria-born Bassey Duke grew up surrounded by his father's prosperous construction enterprise, fueling his own entrepreneurial spirit. 💡 It was a significant occurrence in the UK that shaped his trajectory, inspiring him to venture into product replication and niche market creation. 🔥 Bassey embraced entrepreneurship as the catalyst to manifest his ambitions. 

🎓 Armed with an MBA, Bassey Duke fearlessly launched his own company nine years ago, a testament to his dedication and ambition. Seizing the opportunity, Bassey relocated to Dublin with his family, establishing the company's headquarters and setting the stage for a new adventure.

🌱 Bassey Duke: A sustainable business advocate with a clear vision.  Integrates sustainability for positive impact.  Continuous learning keeps his team innovative.  Inspiring example for aspiring entrepreneurs. 

🎙️ It's time to stream the podcast and be blown away by the exceptional work of Prunne Consulting Ltd. Bassey and his team have gone above and beyond, and their efforts are nothing short of remarkable. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.

Episode 88: Master of Environmental Drain Solutions: John Hurt, Founder of John Hurt Environmental Services

🎧The extraordinary John Hurt B joins our AIBF Business Talk podcast, captivating us with his incredible journey.

🏭  On April 4th, 2017, John Hurt Environmental Ltd was founded in Co. Cavan, specialising in comprehensive drain services. With a humble investment of just €230, the company swiftly flourished, generating a remarkable turnover of €130,000 in its inaugural year. 📈 Since then, it has been an extraordinary tale of unceasing growth. 

🏢 Fueled by an unwavering ambition to create a thriving enterprise, John wholeheartedly embraced the timeless wisdom of staying connected to one's roots. This humble mindset serves as a rock-solid catalyst, underscoring the paramount importance of maintaining a grounded and unswerving approach in the relentless pursuit of success. It ignites an innate fire within individuals, propelling them resolutely towards the realisation of their dreams and the attainment of their desired goals. 

🌟 Embracing a spirit of resilience and self-belief, John Hurt breaks through societal barriers, demonstrating that true greatness knows no educational boundaries. By surrounding himself with inspiring individuals, he creates a vibrant environment for personal and professional growth. 

🏆 John, a staunch advocate of business excellence, emphasises the criticality of mastering effective communication, nurturing genuine customer relationships, embodying unwavering determination towards goals, and executing wise financial investments as the fundamental pillars that underpin a thriving enterprise. 💪

🎧 Listen to the podcast now and discover the incredible work of John Hurt Environmental Ltd and the remarkable efforts undertaken by John and his team. 

The AIBF accredits the Business All-Star mark to Best-In-Class Irish businesses based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.

The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.