Garry Talks

#82 21st Century Recruiting - Business Bytes

In this week’s Business Bytes, host Garry Kelly discusses the intricacies of recruiting with expert Craig Brown. They cover the challenges employers face in finding the right candidates, avoiding common hiring mistakes, and the importance of diversity and inclusion. Craig emphasises viewing recruitment as an investment, not an expense, and suggests employers clearly define roles and expectations. They explore the impact of unconscious bias in hiring, the significance of a company's diversity statement, and the need for a well-crafted resume. Craig also introduces his website, www.JustInTimeRecruiting.com which offers resources for both employers and job seekers.

 

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#81 Loss, Mental Health & Aspirations

In this week’s episode of 'Garry Talks', host Garry Kelly interviews Meghann Scully - a presenter, broadcaster, journalist, author, and blogger. Meghann shares her journey through the media industry, reflecting on her childhood, the loss of her brother and father, and her passion for the Irish language. She discusses her struggles with grief, mental health, and online bullying, emphasising the importance of therapy and self-care. Meghann also highlights road safety concerns and her aspirations in sports journalism. Her story is one of resilience and determination, offering inspiration and insight into overcoming personal and professional challenges.

 

Her book 'Broken Love' is available online through Book Hub Publishing https://www.bookhubpublishing.com/product/broken-love/

 

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#80 Successful Business Acquisitions - Business Bytes

In this week’s Business Bytes, host Garry Kelly chats with business founder Richard Parker, about the favourable conditions for buying businesses amidst economic challenges. Richard discusses how rising interest rates, pandemic aftermath, and potential recession create a "beautiful upheaval" for buyers. Despite high inflation, Richard advises against waiting for perfect conditions, advocating for seizing current opportunities. He explains the benefits of seller financing and stresses the importance of knowledge for successful acquisitions, contrasting informed buyers' success with uninformed ones' high failure rates. He has written and been featured in more than 300 articles on the subject of buying businesses in The New York Times, Entrepreneur Magazine, The Street.com. He is also a weekly contributor to Forbes Magazine. For more information, please visit his website www.RichardParker.com

 

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#79 Gaza, Family, and Fighting for Justice

In this week’s episode of 'Garry Talks', host Garry Kelly interviews Durgham Mushtaha, an Irish Palestinian who relocated to Ireland as a child, who discusses his efforts to fundraise for his family in Palestine. Durgham reflects on his upbringing amidst the first intifada, the struggles under occupation, and the impact of Israeli military actions on daily life. Durgham also addresses the political tensions between Hamas and Fatah, the siege on Gaza, and the recent violent escalations. The conversation touches on the broader historical and ideological context of Zionism and the Israeli expansionist agenda, offering insight into the Palestinian experience. 

 

Donations can be made to support Durgham's family in Palestine via this link... https://www.gofundme.com/f/lora-durgham-and-adam-walk-for-gaza

 

You can follow Durgham’s ‘Walk for Gaza’ fundraiser on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/walk_for_gaza/

 

 

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#78 Living Below Your Means - Business Bytes

In this season's final episode of Business Bytes, host Garry Kelly chats with Angela Tipton, who shares her journey with Crohn's disease and how she managed her student debt. Angela discusses her diagnosis at 19, her treatment plan, and the impact of the disease on her life. She also talks about her financial struggles, explaining how she and her family lived below their means during the COVID-19 pandemic to pay off her student loans in 18 months. Angela also talks about her website, "Fire Your Career," where she teaches people how to achieve financial freedom through their careers.

 

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#77 Start Your Startup - Business Bytes

This week on Business Bytes, host Garry Kelly chats with Chris Joyce, a serial entrepreneur who has founded 24 companies. Chris shares his approach to problem-solving, emphasising the importance of focus and belief in oneself. He introduces his latest venture, Gusher, a platform that helps individuals launch companies without capital or investors, instead offering performance-based equity. Chris also discusses the significance of building a team deeply invested in the company's mission. The episode also covers topics like equity distribution, the ease of starting on Gusher, attracting talent, the growth of AI-driven projects, and the importance of sales and marketing in business.

 

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#76 Data is the Future - Business Bytes

This week on Business Bytes, host Garry Kelly chats with Kevin Hanegan, author of "Turning Data into Wisdom", to discuss the importance of data in decision-making and the need for critical thinking. They explore the concept of data beyond numbers, the role of data in everyday life, and the impact of artificial intelligence on our perception of reality. They highlight the importance of diverse perspectives, questioning assumptions, and avoiding confirmation bias. Kevin shares techniques to stimulate critical thinking and shares a study showing kindergarteners outperforming adults in problem-solving. The episode emphasises the need for critical thinking skills in today's information-driven society.

 

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#75 Nursing, Death and Life Stories

In this week’s episode of 'Garry Talks', host Garry Kelly interviews Hilary Neville, a night nurse with over 25 years of experience in community palliative care. Hilary shares her experiences, from her first night on the job to working in a foreign country. She discusses the challenges and rewards of her job, including the emotional toll of working with patients nearing the end of their lives and the joy of hearing their life stories. Hilary also talks about balancing her career with raising five children, her coping mechanisms, and the importance of having support systems. She shares touching stories of patients she's cared for and the significant mementos she carries as reminders of them.

 

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#74 Fleeing Las Vegas - Business Bytes

This week on Business Bytes, host Garry Kelly chats with Jason Fareas, the creator of "My Madness Method" podcast. Jason shares his journey from addiction to recovery, his unstable childhood, and his involvement in the drug trade. His situation took a turn for the worse when he moved to Las Vegas to escape his troubles. He encountered violence, including being shot at, and got involved in brokering deals between criminal organisations. He reveals that he started his podcast to provide relatable recovery stories. Jason also discusses his discovery of a sister through a DNA test, his experiences in the drug trade, and his turning point when he learned he was going to be a father. Despite past struggles, Jason is now 17 years drug-free and two years sober, using his experiences to help others.

 

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#73 Photography, Drumming and Fatherhood

In this week’s episode of 'Garry Talks', host Garry Kelly chats with professional landscape and commercial photographer, Mark Duffy, who shares his experiences and insights. He discusses the effort involved in growing his Instagram following to 48,000 plus followers, his approach to product reviews and content creation, and the misconception that a large social media following guarantees commercial success. Mark also talks about his transition from a music career to photography, emphasising the discipline he learned from drumming that he now applies to his work. He shares his aspiration to be remembered as one of Ireland's greatest photographers and encourages listeners to reach out with questions.

 

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