Real World Entrepreneurship

Jul 23 2024 94 ep. 29 mins 2
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In this podcast Alan and Bhairav talk about the real world issues that are faced by entrepreneurs and small business owners We have both run successful businesses, raised money, grown them globally and now we're giving practical advice to the next generation of entrepreneurs. We don't do platitudes. We also talk to entrepreneurs from across the world and get them to share their stories and challenges

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Navigating Change: How do you prepare for the unexpected?

Jul 23 2024 13 mins  
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast, we delve into the significant impact of recent electoral shifts on businesses. Following the Labour party's landslide victory in the UK, entrepreneurs and business owners are faced with a rapidly changing political landscape. We discuss how these changes can influence market conditions, regulatory frameworks, and general b

How do you sell into foreign markets?

Jul 16 2024 19 mins  
In this episode of the "Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast," we delve deep into the strategies foreign companies need to employ when entering the UK market. Expanding into a new region can be a formidable venture, particularly in a market as complex and diverse as the United Kingdom. Our speakers discuss the importance of understanding the unique dynamics, consumer behaviours, and

CPOP: The Four Pillars of Successful Project Management

Jul 02 2024 24 mins  
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast, hosts Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke dive deep into the reasons why projects often fail and share valuable insights on how to avoid common pitfalls. Drawing from their extensive experience in the business and technology worlds, they highlight the importance of the "CPOP" principles - Communication, People, Oversight, and Pl

What can start-ups learn from the world of politics?

Jun 25 2024 19 mins  
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship podcast, hosts Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel explore the surprising parallels between running a political campaign and building a successful startup. Drawing on insights from the current UK general election, they discuss key lessons founders can take away from the world of politics to help their businesses thrive.

Navigating your business through chaotic times

Jun 18 2024 16 mins  
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav discuss strategies for guiding your business through periods of economic and political uncertainty. They share insights on how entrepreneurs and startup founders can mitigate risks, maintain financial discipline, and identify opportunities during chaotic times.Key Takeaways:1. Embrace the chaos: Accept uncertainty as a constant in the business worl

Fake it till you make it

Jun 11 2024 15 mins  
Welcome to another insightful episode where we dissect the intricate dance of innovation and craftiness in the realm of entrepreneurship. In this episode, we unpack the thin line between genuine innovation and the cloaking of shortcomings often used by companies eager to introduce their products into the fiercely competitive market. From the concept of a minimum viable product (MVP

Are you busy being busy

Jun 04 2024 18 mins  
Join Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke as they dissect the notion of productivity, questioning whether the hustle culture has tricked us into being busy for the sake of being busy. Bhairav and Alan explore the pitfalls of this relentless busyness and the importance of focussing on core business activities that actually drive tangible progress. Other riveting topics of discussion includ

Validate your ideas!

Apr 30 2024 17 mins  
Launching a new enterprise is akin to embarking on an exciting voyage across an immense sea of opportunities. However, the chasm between dreamers and accomplished entrepreneurs often lies in a singular aspect - validation. When armed with proof of customer interest, or pre-orders, convincing an investor or stakeholder about the potential of your business idea becomes significantly

Do I have what it takes to run a business?

Apr 23 2024 20 mins  
In this heartfelt episode of The Real World Entrepreneurship, our esteemed speakers, Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke, focus on an age-old debate: are entrepreneurs born or can they be cultivated over time? Diving into the complex essence of entrepreneurship, Bhairav and Alan help us understand the distinction between qualities inherent to successful business leaders and skills that o

Embodying Entrepreneurship: Essential Traits for Success

Apr 02 2024 17 mins  
In this enlightening episode of "Real World Entrepreneurship," we've brought together two trailblazers in the business world - Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel - to distil the essence of what it truly means to be an early stage entrepreneur. Our conversation delves into the vital traits that define successful entrepreneurs and we discuss in detail the finesse required in honing the ar