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In today’s episode, I talk about one of the biggest challenges business owners face — finding the right people for a management team.Building a strong management team is critical to the success of any business, but the reality is that many of the best people are not found through CVs or traditional recruitment processes.In my experience, most senior hires come through:Personal recommendationsNetworking eventsIndustry reputationPeople you have worked with beforeTrust and reputation often matter far more than what appears on a CV.Today, however, AI is increasingly controlling what CVs are seen and which candidates make it through the first stage of recruitment. While technology can help filter applications, it cannot replace the value of knowing someone, understanding their reputation, or receiving a trusted referral.In this episode, I explore why relationships and reputation still play a huge role in building strong management teams, and why business owners should never rely entirely on automated systems when making important hiring decisions.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In today’s episode, I ask an important question for anyone buying, selling, or running a business: how do you really value goodwill?Goodwill is often one of the biggest components when purchasing a business, but it can also be one of the most fragile. Its value is built on reputation, customer trust, brand perception, and the confidence people have in the business.But what happens when things go wrong?A business can face many unexpected challenges — negative PR, a product recall, the loss of a key customer, or a sudden market shift. Any of these can quickly affect the goodwill value of a business.I also talk about an interesting comparison: goodwill in a business is a bit like a new car. The moment you take ownership, the value can drop until you prove yourself and show that the business will continue to perform under new leadership.In this episode, we explore how goodwill is valued, why it can change quickly, and what business owners can do to protect and rebuild it when challenges arise.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In today’s episode, we talk about the sudden pressure that comes with becoming a business owner overnight.One day you might be working for someone else, thinking about buying a business. The next day you wake up and suddenly everything is your responsibility — the staff, the customers, the suppliers, the building, the finances, the taxes, and the future of the company.When I bought an advertising agency, I went from being someone interested in buying the business on Wednesday to waking up on Thursday morning as the owner responsible for 60 employees and everything that came with running the company.That shift brings huge pressure, stress, and anxiety. It’s very different from starting a business slowly and growing it over time. When you step straight into ownership, the weight of responsibility lands immediately.In this episode, we explore how to manage that pressure, how to prepare mentally for the responsibility of leadership, and why having a clear plan from day one is essential for protecting both your business and your mental health.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Most business deals don’t start in a boardroom.They start with a cup of coffee.This morning on my daily show I talked about how deals actually begin when you're looking to buy a business.People often think acquisitions start with lawyers, accountants, and formal negotiations.But the reality is very different.Many deals start with a simple conversation.Years ago, when I bought one of my businesses, the entire deal started with a cup of coffee and an offer of €100,000.To be honest, it was a mad, stupid offer.But it did one very important thing.It started the conversation.That conversation eventually turned into a €5 million deal.The lesson?You don’t need the perfect offer. You don’t need the perfect timing.You just need the courage to start the conversation.If you're thinking about buying a business or doing deals, remember:Many opportunities begin with something simple…A coffee and a conversation.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Mark’s Morning Show, I talk about something that almost no one prepares you for when doing a management buyout, management buy-in, merger, or acquisition — what happens on Day One after the deal is done.Entrepreneurs spend months — sometimes years — preparing the transaction. You raise capital. You build the PowerPoint decks. You prepare cash flow projections. You pitch to banks, financial institutions, or VC funds. You negotiate. You deal with setbacks. You finally close the deal.Then the papers are signed. The money changes hands.And the next morning… you walk into the business as the new owner.That’s where many leaders fall down.When I paid £5 million for a company after nine intense months of negotiation and due diligence, I handed over £3 million at closing — and the following morning I didn’t even have an office. I was operating out of a boardroom. More importantly, I didn’t have a clear Day One plan.What were my critical priorities?Who did I need to meet first?What message was I giving the team?What decisions couldn’t wait?What culture was I setting from hour one?Too many entrepreneurs focus on getting the deal done but fail to plan for leading the business from Day One.In this episode, I break down:Why the first 24 hours after a management buyout or merger are criticalThe psychological shift from “buyer” to “leader”The common mistakes new owners makeWhy clarity beats complexity in transitionHow to create a practical Day One execution planThe importance of visibility, communication, and decisive leadershipIf you’re planning a management buyout (MBO), management buy-in (MBI), acquisition, or merger — this episode will help you avoid one of the biggest leadership mistakes entrepreneurs make.Because closing the deal is only the beginning.Day One is where leadership really starts.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Named one of the top wedding planners in the world by Harper's Bazaar USA in April 2020.I am experienced Event Planner with a demonstrated history of working in the events services industry. Strong operations professional skilled in Weddings, Destination Events, Special Events Production, Venue Management, and Marketing Strategy.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dyslexia is often spoken about as a difficulty. In business, it can be a serious advantage.In this episode, we explore why dyslexia brings strengths that modern companies desperately need — creative thinking, innovation, big-picture strategy, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial vision.Too many organisations still focus on what dyslexic employees struggle with, instead of recognising the competitive edge they bring to teams. From leadership and innovation to resilience and lateral thinking, dyslexia can drive growth when it’s understood and supported correctly.We discuss:Why dyslexia is linked to entrepreneurship and innovationThe strengths dyslexic thinkers bring to businessHow companies can benefit from neurodiverse teamsShifting from “supporting a weakness” to “unlocking a strength”Why inclusive workplaces outperform the restIf you’re a business owner, HR leader, manager, or entrepreneur, this episode challenges how you see dyslexia in the workplace — and why embracing neurodiversity isn’t just good ethics, it’s good business.Because different thinking builds better companies.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
There was a time in business when I kept moving the goalposts.We’d get close to a target… and instead of letting the team hit it, celebrate it, and build confidence — I’d stretch it.“Let’s push a bit more.” “Let’s make it bigger.” “We can do better.”Sounds ambitious, doesn’t it?In reality, it slowly drained momentum.What I learned the hard way is this: Small wins build big businesses.When you allow yourself and your team to hit a target, you create belief. Belief builds confidence. Confidence builds performance. Performance builds growth.In this morning’s show, I talked about disciplined goal setting, leadership responsibility, and why constantly changing the target can quietly damage culture and motivation.If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, or leader trying to grow a business the right way, this conversation will resonate.#Entrepreneurship #Leadership #GoalSetting #BusinessGrowth #FounderMindset #TeamCulture #SmallWinsMark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The one five letter word that could change your life Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Mark’s Morning Business Check-In, we explore a critical question for every entrepreneur and business owner: what type of salesperson are you?Are you rushing to close the deal, truly listening to your customer’s needs, or simply waiting for your turn to push a solution that may not fit? The way you sell determines not only your results today, but the quality of customers, repeat business, trust, and long-term growth you build in the future.We also discuss one of the biggest early-stage business challenges — the pressure to make sales — and how this can lead to discounting too quickly, underselling your value, or offering the wrong solution. Real success in sales comes from understanding your true value, your product’s worth, and building loyal customers who trust you to deliver.If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, or salesperson looking to improve your sales mindset, customer relationships, and long-term business growth, this episode is packed with practical insight and real-world experience.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Mark’s Business Check-In, Mark speaks directly to entrepreneurs and small business owners about a trap many people fall into early: getting distracted by selling their company instead of focusing on building a strong business.After the first year or two, it’s common to start asking: “What’s my business worth?” “Who would buy it?” “How do I exit?” But Mark explains why this mindset can pull your time, energy, and focus away from what actually grows the company — customers, revenue, systems, and momentum.Mark shares real-world insights from being involved in business deals himself, including how due diligence, negotiations, and sale discussions can take months (even a year) and drain leadership focus — especially in a small company where the owner is the key driver.The core message: stay on the journey, build a 10–15 year plan, and keep executing. If an offer comes, great — but don’t build your daily thinking around an exit that may never happen. Focus on growth, resilience, and long-term direction.This is a practical episode about entrepreneur mindset, business strategy, long-term planning, and staying focused when business feels hard.selling your business, business exit strategy, how to sell a company, entrepreneur mindset, small business strategy, business growth, long term business plan, focus in business, business planning, scaling a small business, business owner advice, founder focus, building a business, due diligence process, business acquisition, entrepreneurship Ireland, entrepreneurship UK, Mark Beggs, Mark’s Business Check-In, business coaching, business mentorMark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are you really ready for a crisis?Over the past two shows, we’ve been talking about crisis management and the uncomfortable truth many businesses avoid:It’s not the crisis that destroys companies —it’s the lack of preparation inside the management team.I shared my own experience of losing over €500,000 when a customer went bust… and the hard lesson that our team wasn’t ready.Today’s follow-up went even deeper:sometimes you must actively test your management team to see if they can handle the unthinkable — product recalls, lost customers, cash shocks, or sudden disruption.Because in business, the question isn’t if a crisis will come…it’s when.🎧 Catch the podcast and ask yourself one question:Is your team truly prepared?#CrisisManagement #Leadership #BusinessContinuity #RiskManagement #Entrepreneur #ManagementTeam #BusinessGrowth #PodcastMark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️ New Podcast EpisodeWhat would happen to your business tomorrow if a crisis hit?A product recall.Your biggest customer going bust.Losing hundreds of thousands overnight.I’ve lived this reality — when a customer collapsed owing us over €500,000 — and our management team wasn’t ready.This episode is about crisis management, leadership under pressure, and preparing your team before disaster strikes.🎧 Listen now and ask yourself one question:Is your team truly ready?#Leadership #CrisisManagement #BusinessContinuity #Entrepreneur #Management #BusinessGrowth #PodcastMark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In today’s episode, I review Brian Dumaine’s book Bezonomics and explore the powerful business lessons behind the rise of Amazon and the leadership of Jeff Bezos.If you run an online business, sell through a website, or want to compete in today’s digital marketplace, the ideas in this book are essential. Amazon didn’t just build a successful company — it rewrote the rules of customer experience, pricing, speed, data, and scale.We discuss:The core principles behind Amazon’s dominanceWhat Jeff Bezos understood about customers, convenience, and innovationWhy traditional businesses struggle to compete onlineHow small and medium businesses can apply Bezonomics thinkingThe future of e-commerce, platforms, and digital competitionThis episode is for entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone selling online who wants to understand the mindset and strategy shaping modern business.Because whether we like it or not — Amazon has changed the game.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
n today’s episode, we talk about marketing and advertising — and why the real goal hasn’t changed in 50+ years: get people to notice you, remember you, and buy from you.I start with a brilliant story from the advertising world: a daring Guinness pitch designed to prove one thing — if you want the account, you have to be unforgettable. That story leads into the bigger lesson for every business owner: standing out isn’t about spending the most money — it’s about being clever, consistent, and memorable.We cover why marketing can feel like “a shotgun approach” (sometimes you hit the right person at the right time, sometimes you don’t), and why big numbers like webinar sign-ups or followers don’t always translate into sales.You’ll also hear practical ways to market on a small budget:Where your customers eat, drink, shop and waitWhy local marketing still works (hairdressers, barbers, takeaways, posters, leaflets)How to test small ad budgets on social media without burning cashWhy your message, slogan, and brand cues matter more than the platformWhy it’s smart to study competitors and copy what’s already working (then improve it)If you want more customers and better results from marketing, this episode will help you stop guessing and start focusing on what actually works.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your Company culture is something that you need to protect and grow Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you’re running a business, one of the hardest jobs you’ll ever do is building the right team around you — especially at senior level.In today’s episode, I share a story (straight from my book You Need a Neck Like a Jockey’s Bollocks to Be an Entrepreneur) that shows what “teamwork” really looks like… and what it feels like when you turn around and realise your team isn’t behind you.I also share a real business lesson from when we hired a senior sales leader who looked perfect on paper — and within months we learned they were the wrong fit for our culture. The cost wasn’t just money (including an expensive exit package). The real cost was culture, momentum, pressure on the rest of the team, and the cracks that start to appear across the whole company.This episode is all about:How to choose the right person for senior rolesWhy “brilliant” people can still be a bad fitThe hidden cost of getting hiring wrongPractical ways to test culture fit before you commitWhy small businesses can’t afford “it’ll do” hiresIf you’re hiring, promoting, or building a management team — listen before you make the next appointment.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When Success leads to an anitclimax Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In today’s podcast, I shared a deeply personal journey about how discovering MindStore — and the work of its founder, Jack Black — changed the direction of my life when everything felt lost.After a robbery in which I was stabbed, I was forced to close my business and start again from the ground up. I went from running a business to flipping burgers, facing a reality where the future felt uncertain and the goals I once had seemed completely unattainable.Finding MindStore became a turning point.Through powerful mental training and visualisation techniques, I began to rebuild belief, regain focus, and see possibilities where I had only seen setbacks. Step by step, that shift in mindset helped me move toward achievements that once felt impossible — changes that I genuinely believe would not have happened without the influence of Jack Black and MindStore.For more than 30 years, MindStore has helped individuals, leaders, and businesses harness the power of the mind to:Reduce stressIncrease creativity and clarityImprove performanceAchieve meaningful personal and professional successThis episode is for anyone who feels:Knocked down by life or businessStuck, overwhelmed, or starting againUnsure how to reach goals that feel out of reachBecause sometimes the biggest transformation doesn’t begin with circumstances — it begins with how we think.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This morning’s conversation explored the word “chancer” — a term often used in Ireland and the UK to describe someone who appears to be taking opportunities without fully knowing what they’re doing.But in business, being a chancer can mean something very different.Many entrepreneurs start with vision, belief, and courage, not perfect knowledge. They make mistakes, learn as they go, and bring the right people around them to turn an idea into reality. What looks like luck or guessing from the outside is often bravery, persistence, and willingness to try.The dictionary defines a chancer as “a person who exploits any opportunity to further their own ends.” Today’s discussion challenged us to rethink that meaning — because sometimes the people willing to take the chance are the ones who build, create, and lead.This episode is for business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone starting something new who may feel unsure but keeps going anyway.Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.You can contact me on mark.beggs@me.com or via www.mindseyeeducation.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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