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10forty

10forty
Ireland
Entrepreneurship
Dublin
Snooker
Ballyfermot
Forager
Videography
Bulgaria
Golf
Manna
Irish Property Market
Dubai
Football
Altipeak International
Retail
Aesthetics Industry
Monrovia, Liberia
Crazy House Prices
Michelin Stars
Artificial Intelligence

Dive into the realms of recruitment, business, and the diverse career paths individuals can embark on in life. Contact info@10forty for more information if you'd like to be a guest or sponsor the podcast Advertise open jobs or apply for a new role www.10forty.com Hosted by Conor Foster (Recruitment Professional)

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This week on The 10forty Podcast, I’m joined by a true Dublin legend — Mattress Mick, Michael Flynn.

From humble beginnings selling bottled gas and costume jewellery, Mick built his business from the ground up. Starting out on Pearse Street, he laid... more

Today we speak to Noel O’Brien.

This is an incredible story.

From finding a home in Drimnagh Boxing Club… to building a multinational company.

Boxing became a huge part of Noel’s life early on and he credits the sport with developing many of the c... more

Today on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Jamie Griffin.

Now, just before we get into it — this episode is raw.

We cover some sensitive topics, including tough times, losing friends, and struggles with mental health… so just a heads up before y... more

This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Chris Evans — Commercial Director at Ancorra Environmental Services, operator of JS Solutions, and host of the What If You Didn’t? podcast.

Chris’s journey starts early.

At just 16, he stepped into ... more

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Michael Flynn
Entrepreneur, Mattress Mick
Self-identified brand Mattress Mick
Episode: Ep 98 - There'll Only Ever Be One Mattress Mick: A Story of Bouncing Back
Noel O'Brien
CEO and founder of Altipeak International
Altipeak International
Episode: Ep 97 - The Fighter's Mindset: How Boxing Built the Man Who Built Altipeak | Noel O'Brien
Jamie Griffin
Guest sharing personal journey from prison to fitness and entrepreneurship
Independent/Personal brand
Episode: Ep 96 - Rock Bottom Rebuilding and Finding Purpose | Jamie Griffin
Chris Evans
Commercial Director of Ancorra Environmental Services; host of What If You Didn't podcast
Ancorra Environmental Services
Episode: Ep 95 - What If You Didn't? Chris Evans on Growth, Resilience & Business
Padraic Gilcrest
Founder of Flawless Paint Protection Film (PPF) & Detailing Ireland
Flawless Paint Protection Film
Episode: Ep 94 - Obsessed With Precision: Building Ireland’s Leading PPF Business
Ben O'Neill
Cameraman, videographer, founder of a video production business
Self-employed / Ben O'Neill Productions
Episode: Ep 93 - Camera Rolling | Ben O’Neill
Ciaran Mulqueen
Creator of Crazy House Prices
Crazy House Prices (Instagram, TikTok)
Episode: Ep 92 - Building Crazy House Prices | Ciaran Mulqueen
Carl Coates
Founder of Nixer.me, entrepreneur
Nixer.me
Episode: Ep 91 - Nixer.me Side Hustles: Growth Beyond the 9–5
Keelan Higgs
Michelin Chef at Variety Jones
Variety Jones
Episode: Ep 90 - The Making of a Michelin Chef No Shortcuts, Just Graft

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Conor Foster
Host of The 10forty Podcast

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Ep 98 - There'll Only Ever Be One Mattress Mick: A Story of Bouncing Back
Q: What was the hardest part about expanding and dealing with financial challenges?
Navigating the 2008-2009 crash, negotiating landlord terms, liquidating the Northside operation, and then rebuilding around a focused mattress business while ensuring suppliers and staff remained supported and paid promptly.
Ep 98 - There'll Only Ever Be One Mattress Mick: A Story of Bouncing Back
Q: How did you come up with the Mattress Mick brand and turn it into a national phenomenon?
The idea clicked when a local assistant suggested branding around an individual; after partnering with Paul Kelly for social media, we created videos and signage, resistant to conventional advertising, which spread organically and quickly across Dublin and beyond.
Ep 98 - There'll Only Ever Be One Mattress Mick: A Story of Bouncing Back
Q: If anyone doesn't know you, how would you describe yourself or who are you?
A Dublin-based businessman in his late sixties who evolved from a family drapery business to gas distribution, furniture, and ultimately a highly recognizable personal brand built through hands-on leadership, direct customer interaction, and creative marketing.
Ep 61 - Pro Football Decisions, Setbacks & Comebacks: Mark O’Brien
Q: How did you cope with the heart condition and eventual surgery while still pursuing football?
He describes the shock of the diagnosis, the crucial support from his club and manager, and a six-and-a-half-hour operation leading to a gradual, monitored return to training and playing, with renewed motivation and perspective.
Ep 80 - Craft Over Classroom: A Real Path into Stonemasonry & Conservation
Q: What advice would you give to someone starting out who wants to become a stonemason or work in conservation?
Get a traditional trade first, such as bricklaying or general masonry, then seek out restoration specialists or conservation companies to learn on the job. Focus on building real skills, join a small, high-quality crew, and pursue recognized training like SPAB or cathedral masonry programs to develop the specific craft of conservation.

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This show centers on real-person career journeys, entrepreneurship, and the gritty realities of building and growing businesses across a wide range of industries. Episodes frequently explore pivot moments—shifting from traditional roles to self-employment or new sectors—along with practical lessons on pricing, staffing, leadership, and resilience. Listeners get actionable guidance from guests who built niche businesses, scaled services, or transformed their careers through relentless discipline, mentorship, and smart relationship-building. A notable through-line is the emphasis on hands-on work, authentic storytelling, and the everyday tradeoffs involved in turning passion into sustainable ventures, often with a regional or industry-specifi... more

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