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In this episode, JR sits down with Ava, the founder of AVA Lashes. They dive into a range of topics, including:- What AVA Lashes is and how it has grown- How Ava first got into the beauty industry and developed a passion for lashes specifically- The journey behind starting her own range of products- How she expanded into running lash courses for aspiring professionals- The creation of The Lash Market- Ava’s advice for standing out in the beauty industry- Tips for anyone looking to get started in beauty, from Ava's perspective- What’s next for AVA Lashes and future plans- The importance of avoiding comparison, especially in the age of social media- Ava's biggest motivations and what keeps her goingIt’s an inspiring episode full of insight for anyone in or aspiring to be part of the beauty industry. We hope you enjoy!
On this episode JR sits down with the founders of Taly Kerri and Alex SheeranThey discuss a number of topocs including What Taly is How the idea came about The joruney to dateFundraisingWorking with investors and mentors Getting ready to launch there new B2B vertical Moving into the US marketThe imortnace of knowing your numbersWhat tips would they give to someone starting now How they switch offWho inspires them in the world of businessThis is a great episode and we hope you enjoy.
On this episode JR sits down with Andrew Woodcock, founder of Bad Apple Creative. They DiscussBad Apple Creative and how Andrew started itWhat was the hardest part of starting the BusinessWhat does Andrew do to switch offPricing projects throught Andrew business journeyHow Andrew structures payments for projects Focusing on a nicheWhat are the most important numbers Andrew looks at in his business Andrews advice for people starting outThe importance of testing differnt things to find your nicheWe hope you enjoy.
On this episode, JR sits down with co-founder of Whole Supp, Darren O'Reilly.They Discuss:What led Darren to coming up with the concept for Whole SuppThe process of creating Whole SuppHow COVID made it a lot harder when creating the productHow Whole Supp is different from other protein or meal shakes on the marketTheir recent re-brandWhat are Darren's go-to numbers when measuring the businessWhen was it time to take on investmentMoving into the retail spaceHow does Darren switch off?What motivates Darren specificallyThe importance of building a brilliant teamWhat are the future plans for Whole SuppDarren's advice for anyone looking to start a businessWe hope you enjoy.
On this episode, JR sits down with founders of the vegan leather accessory fashion brand Kalo, Kate O'Neill and Michael O'Malley They Discuss How the concept for Kalo came aboutCreating their first prototype The benifits of using apple leather and how it is madeEntering and winning the Arontts startup competetion Starting a business during Covid Getting feedback from customers Their advice for anyone looking to start a fashion brand Having sustaibility in mind in all aspects of the businessThe reality of running your own businessWhats next for Kalo.We hope you enjoy.
On this episode, JR sits down with entrepreneur Conor Kelly They Discuss How covid led to conor setting up a private covid testing company What VidaCare is and how it came aboutThe importance of having complimentry skill sets with your business partnersThe focus on preventitive health, longevity and wellnessWorking with large companies for health screeningTips on getting investment VidaCare's biggest challenges to date What the future looks like for Vidacare. What's Conors biggest motivation. We hope you enjoy.
On this episode, JR sits down with property entrepreneur Aaron O'Flaherty.They discuss:How the brokerage started and the mission behind itThe importance of education in the property industryProperty as a vehicle to create wealthThe risks involvedAdding value to the property to turn a bigger profitTop tips to get into propertyPicking an area and learning the marketThe US and LA marketMotivations and inspirationsWe hope you enjoy.
On this episode JR sits down with Aisling Tuck the owner of Oh Happy Treats which is one of the largest B2B wholesalers of vegan treats in Ireland with nationwide coverage, as well as a popular online store for home deliveries and Naked Bakes which is a delicious handmade Irish vegan Cookie Dough They discuss Her Business journey to date Where her love of baking originatedAisling's biggest challenges when starting the businesses Starting Naked bakes during lockdown as a spin of brand Her inspirations Future products and projects Growing the business Utilising LinkedIn & the local enterprise office Enjoy!
On this Months episode Glen, JR, Elaine and Aaron sit down to discuss a number of topics. The Topics disscussed includeRental Income Registering a new employee with revenue What to do once you've incorporated a company The Rent a room relief grantWhat to do if you've received a tax estimateWhat to do if you've received a letter from revenue in regards to shares recently sold We hope you enjoy.
On this Months episode Glen, JR, Elaine and Aaron sit down to discuss a number of topics. The Topics disscussed includeThe single parent tax allowance.Getting tax back as a third level student.Flat rate expense.Tax tips when going on maternity leave.Income tax return.We hope you enjoy.
On this Months episode our head of tax Carl Donnely is back and sits down with Glen, JR and Elaine.The Topics disscussed includeMaking money when self employedFiling VAT returns even if you are not trading?Termination paymentsThe R&D tax credit.We hope you enjoy.
On this Months episode we switched it up and JR sits down with head of tax Carl Donnely. The Topics disscussed includeEmployees working remotley in a different country.Stamp duty.Buying a property through a company.Preliminary tax.What iXBRL is. We hope you enjoy.
On this Months episode Glen, JR, Elaine and Aaron sit downand discuss a number of topics The Topics disscussed includeThe consequences of filing your income tax return late and what to do. Change to minimum wage at the start of 2023. The expense of operating as a limited company vs a sole trader.Taxes to pay on stock market profits.Holiday pay. Taxes you must pay as a sole trader and when. We hope you enjoy.
On this Months episode Glen, JR, Elaine and Aaron sit down for the first podcast of the year!The Topics disscussed include Going from being a sole trader to a Limited company and what's requried to do so.Claiming the rent credit while being self employed.BIK on company cars and electric cars. What happens if you miss your annual return date.Can you use the same bank account if youve changed from being a sole trader to a limited company.The new statutory sick pay We hope you enjoy.
This week we hosted the Startup Accountant Podcast live where JR sat down and interviewed Gary Fox from the Entrepreneur Experiment, Paul Merriman from Pax and Ask Paul and James McCormack from Dublin Barista school and OYL. They discuss their journeys to date, what they've learned along the way and answer questions from the audience.




