Professional poker player to business owner | Sean Eden - Growing Consultancies - Episode 3Welcome to Episode 3 of Growing Consultancies, the podcast sharing real stories from the leaders of building consultancies across the UK.In this episode, Paul Micallef is joined by Sean Eden, founder of SE3, a QS consultancy based in the North West.Sean’s journey is remarkable: just three years into business, with a team of only two, SE3 has already generated over £600k in fees in a single year, an incredible achievement in the QS world.In our conversation we cover:His next big hire and plans for growthThe story of almost leaving the industry to become a professional poker playerThe lessons he’s carried from great managers and mentorsHow these experiences are shaping SE3 to grow year on yearThis is an honest, inspiring story of ambition, resilience, and learning from those around you.Sean's Linkedin ProfileSE3 Projects websiteWatch now, subscribe, and join us on the journey of growing consultancies.#GrowingConsultancies #ConstructionConsultancy #QuantitySurveying #QSConsultancy #NorthWestBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #ConsultancyLife #SE3
In this episode, Paul Micallef is joined by Tes Adamou, founder of EEDN, a small PM consultancy based in London and soon to be expanding into Cyprus.This is a truly open and genuine conversation about the realities of running your own business. While many assume it’s easy, Tes shares with honesty the pressures, challenges, and sheer hard work that comes with building and sustaining a consultancy.If you’ve ever thought about starting your own business or want reassurance that you’re not alone in the journey, this episode is packed with truth, insight, and encouragement.Watch now, subscribe, and join us on the journey of growing consultancies.Links;EEDN WebsiteEEDN Linkedin pageTes's Linkedin page
Welcome to the very first episode of our new podcast, Growing Consultancies!In this episode, Paul Micallef is joined by Rick Bellis, founder of Rihbell, a PM/QS and soon-to-be building surveying consultancy based in Manchester.Rick brings an incredible energy and shares his journey just one year into business, already growing to a six-person team with huge ambitions for the future.We dive into: How to build a strong network The art of winning new business What it takes to scale a consultancy from day oneRick has this process really dialled in and his insights are invaluable for anyone looking to grow their own consultancy.Tune in, take notes, and get inspired to take your business to the next level!Links;Rihbell websiteRick's Linkedin profileYoutube episode link#GrowingConsultancies #ConstructionConsultancy #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #QuantitySurveying #ProjectManagement #BuildingSurveying #ManchesterBusiness
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