Every week, I sit down with extraordinary founders to explore how they build thriving businesses, maintain peak physical health, and cultivate sharp, resilient minds. This is your journey to learn from the best—world-class entrepreneurs, elite thinkers, and peak performers who have mastered success in business, body, and brain. This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a blueprint for a new kind of founder—one who balances ambition with wellness, hard work with mental fitness, and success with purpose ...
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North Star Conversations | Unlock Your Potential, Performance & Purpose
Will Polston | Business Strategist & Performance Coach
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Join Will Polston, Business Strategist & Performance Coach, on North Star Conversations the go-to podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to unlock their potential, elevate their performance, and align their business and life with true purpose. Hosted by Will Polston bestselling author, entrepreneur, award winning business strategist and performance coach this weekly show blends solo episodes and in-depth conversations with world-class thinkers, founders, and change-makers from around th ...
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Episode Highlight: How to OWN Your Life - Jean-Pierre De Villiers
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Originally aired: April 2020 Episode Number: 12 & 13 Success doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from choosing with intention and going all in. In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, high-performance coach Jean-Pierre De Villiers dives into the mindset and habits that create real, lasting transformation—personall…
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EE430 - Mentor Moment: Luke Joyce: Disrupting a Traditional Industry Through Smart Systems
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In this Mentor Moment from The Entrepreneur Experiment Episode 378, Luke Joyce shares how he’s transformed the traditional window cleaning business using technology, subscriptions, and automation. Luke reveals his vision to scale nationwide, break into the UK, and ultimately build systems that could apply to any home service — all while solving pai…
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Episode Highlight: How Hidden Trauma Shapes Who We Are - Evette Rose
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Originally aired: May 2020 Episode Number: 22 Buried deep within your DNA are stories, traumas, and talents passed down through generations. In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, founder of Metaphysical Anatomy Evette Rose uncovers how so-called "junk DNA" may actually hold the emotional and intuitive blueprints o…
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EE429: The Future of Food: How Gousto Delivers 100 Million Meals a Year
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In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Timo Boldt, the visionary founder and CEO of Gousto, the UK’s leading homegrown meal-kit company. From humble beginnings hand-delivering recipe boxes and knocking on doors, to building a data-powered food business that serves millions of dinners annually, Timo shares his 13-yea…
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Legacy & Leadership Coach: “Most Entrepreneurs Are Lying To Themselves!” Unresolved Trauma Is Controlling Your Success & Why Pushing Harder Is Making You Miserable - Janelle Bruland | EP 242
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Legacy & Leadership Coach: “Most Entrepreneurs Are Lying To Themselves!” Unresolved Trauma Is Controlling Your Success & Why Pushing Harder Is Making You Miserable - Janelle Bruland | EP 242 Episode Notes In this episode, I’m joined by Janelle Bruland, entrepreneur and author, to explore how legacy shapes leadership and personal fulfillment. We div…
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Episode Highlight: The Truth About Breakfast and Fasting - Chris Branch
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Originally aired: July 2020 Episode Number: 32 & 33 Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, founder of Forte Physical Health Chris Branch challenges one of the most deeply rooted beliefs in health and nutrition. He also dives into the growing science behind tim…
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EE428 – Mentor Moment: Stephen Kinsella on How and When the Next Economic Crisis Will Hit
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In this Mentor Moment, economist Stephen Kinsella joins Gary Fox to break down the patterns behind economic booms and busts - and why the seeds of the next crisis are often sown during the good times. Stephen explains the theory of financial instability, the role of credit, and how euphoria can quickly turn to fear. He also explores what could trig…
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Episode Highlight: Stop Reacting and Start Responding - Brandon Block
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Originally aired: June 2020 Episode Number: 29 & 30 Most people live on autopilot, reacting to life instead of truly responding to it. In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, superstar DJ, producer, and remixer Brandon Block unpacks the subtle but life-changing shift from reacting on impulse to responding with inten…
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AI for Personal Growth Expert: Why Most Coaches Will Be Replaced! The Hidden Pattern Blocking Your Success & How To Train AI To Unlock Your Full Potential - Dr Lisa Turner | EP241
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AI for Personal Growth Expert: Why Most Coaches Will Be Replaced! The Hidden Pattern Blocking Your Success & How To Train AI To Unlock Your Full Potential - Dr Lisa Turner | EP241 Episode Notes In this episode, I reconnect with Dr. Lisa Turner, an innovator at the intersection of personal development and AI. Lisa shares her insights on how artifici…
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EE427: 100,000 Customers with Zero Marketing Budget: The Story of Seed Golf
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In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Dean Klatt, the Australian founder of Seed Golf, who built a global direct-to-consumer golf brand… from Carlow. Dean shares the story of how he reverse-engineered premium golf balls, bootstrapped his way to international markets, and took on billion-dollar brands without a cent…
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Episode Highlight: How To Get Your Sh*t Together - Paul Mort
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Originally aired: June 2020 Episode Number: 24 & 25 What happens when a man finally gets his life back on track? In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, world-class coach & international speaker Paul Mort shares insights on what truly drives men to change, and dives into advice for family members who want to support…
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EE426 - Mentor Moment: Working With Your Brain, Not Against It: DC Cahalane on ADHD & Entrepreneurship
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In this bite-sized Mentor Moment, DC Cahalane shares how a late diagnosis of ADHD transformed his understanding of himself — and his work. From battling procrastination to embracing what he once saw as flaws, DC opens up about the mental health rollercoaster that led to a powerful realization: ADHD wasn’t a limitation, it was a lens. He unpacks why…
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Episode Highlight: What They Don’t Tell You About Confidence - Pat Divilly
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Originally aired: March 2020 Episode Number: 9 & 10 What if the only thing standing between you and real progress is the belief that you’re not ready? In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Bestselling Author Pat Divilly dives deep into the modern epidemic of self-doubt and comparison—especially in the age of socia…
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EE425 - Fetching €40 Million: How Anthony Gallagher Started & Scaled Petstop
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In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox meets Anthony Gallagher - the man behind Petstop, Ireland’s most successful independent pet retailer. From sweeping floors at Penneys to nearly selling his dot-com startup for $42 million (before it all collapsed), Anthony’s story is packed with lessons on grit, resilience, and building somet…
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Productivity Expert: Most Business Owners Are Burnt Out, Drowning In Admin & Missing Their North Star! Simple Systems To Reclaim Your Time & Enjoy Success - Emma Mills | EP240
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Productivity Expert: Most Business Owners Are Burnt Out, Drowning In Admin & Missing Their North Star! Simple Systems To Reclaim Your Time & Enjoy Success - Emma Mills | EP240 Episode Notes In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Emma Mills, founder of MiPA, to uncover the secrets behind reclaiming time, reducing overwhelm, and finding joy as a …
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Episode Highlight: Hacks to Improve Your Sleep Quality - Tim Gray
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Originally aired: March 2021 Episode Number: 78 Sleep problems are more common than ever—but the good news is, they’re not inevitable. In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Tim Gray, founder of The Health Optimisation Summit, unpacks how modern habits like scrolling your phone before bed or late-night workouts dis…
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EE424 - Mentor Moment: The Power of Relentless Selling with Gary Lavin, Founder of VITHIT
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What do you do when your business is on the brink of collapse? For Gary Lavin, it meant getting in his car and personally selling into 3,500 stores in 18 months. In this raw and honest moment, Gary shares how fear became his biggest motivator, why most people skip the hard (but essential) work of selling, and how doubling your store count can doubl…
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Episode Highlight: Why The Law Of Attraction Is NOT Working For You - James Arthur Ray
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Originally aired: October 2020 Episode Number: 55 Success can feel empowering — but it can also feed the ego. In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, James Arthur Ray from The Secret shares how true power flows through us, not from us, blending spiritual insight with scientific perspective. Learn how to recognize th…
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EE423 - From 25-Seater Café to National Brand: The Gourmet Food Parlour Story
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In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Lorraine Heskin, the trailblazing founder of Gourmet Food Parlour, one of Ireland’s most successful independent hospitality groups. Lorraine shares her journey from selling Irish foods on the streets of Manhattan to opening a tiny 25-seater café off a side street in Dun Laoghai…
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36 Life-Changing Lessons: Surprising Habits For Wealth, Ending Negative Thinking, Unlocking Happiness & The Power Of Surrender! How To Transform Your Mindset & Life Instantly | EP239
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36 Life Lessons from 36 Years - Will Polston - North Star Conversations with Will Polston Episode Notes In this special solo episode, I reflect on the 36 most powerful life lessons I’ve learned—one for each year of my life. From redefining happiness and tackling limiting beliefs to the power of surrender, each lesson comes from real personal experi…
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Episode Highlight: This Moment Ended 30 Years of Pain - Theo Fleury
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Originally aired: April 2021 Episode Number: 81 What does it take to truly forgive after unthinkable trauma? In this emotional episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, former NHL All-Star Theo Fleury shares the moment in a prison that finally set him free from decades of buried pain. From abuse and addiction to healing and h…
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EE422 - Mentor Moment: Mental Fitness, Therapy & Legacy - Laura Bonner’s Reset Rituals
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In this Mentor Moment from Episode 365 with Laura Bonner, founder of The Muff Liquor Company, she opens up about the mental practices that keep her grounded in business and life. Laura shares her unapologetic belief in therapy, the importance of taking time to reset, and why legacy isn’t about being a great business person—but a great person. It’s …
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Episode Highlight: You’re Not Manifesting What You Want Because of This One Mistake - Marie Diamond
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Originally aired: November 2020 Episode Number: 57 Most people misunderstand the Law of Attraction—and it’s costing them the life they truly want. In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, globally renowned transformational teacher Marie Diamond reveals the real mechanics of manifestation. From Feng Shui to energetic …
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EE421 - Email is King: How Rory’s Travel Club Hit 200K Members with a €12 Email Subscription
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In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary sits down with Rory King, the founder of Rory’s Travel Club- a radically simple subscription business that’s quietly revolutionising travel in Ireland and beyond. With no investors, no fancy app, and no startup playbook, Rory turned a €10 Facebook idea into a thriving travel club with over 200,00…
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Tech Founder: The Surprising Reason Your Goals Aren’t Making You Happy & How To Stop Negative Thinking Forever - Alistair Sergeant | EP238
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In this episode, I sit down with my great friend and business leader, Alistair Sargeant, to explore his powerful journey of personal development and mindset transformation. We dive deep into the pivotal moments that shaped his growth, the impact of moving his family to Dubai, building businesses, overcoming difficult times, mastering manifestation,…
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Episode Highlight: Can Changing Your Words Instantly Change Your Life? – Marisa Peer
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In this episode highlight, we revisit a transformational moment from my conversation with Marisa Peer, internationally renowned therapist and founder of Rapid Transformational Therapy. In just a few minutes, Marisa reveals the one hidden force that’s sabotaging your success without you even realizing it: your self-talk. Whether you’re preparing for…
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EE420 - Mentor Moment: From Stockbroker to Showroom - Nadia Adan’s Leap of Faith
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In this Mentor Moment from episode 370, Nadia Adan shares how she left a high-paying corporate job in finance to launch her own car dealership, Ashford Motors, just before the pandemic. With grit, intuition, and a flair for social media, Nadia built a thriving business from scratch—even as others called her a "backstreet garage." This short episode…
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Episode Highlight: Can You Have Happiness As A Default Setting? – Mo Gawdat
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In this episode highlight, we revisit a powerful moment from one of our most impactful episodes: my conversation with Mo Gawdat, the former Chief Business Officer at Google X and a leading voice in the science of happiness. In just a few minutes, Mo shares a truth bomb that’s even more relevant today: Why chasing success without aligning your inter…
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EE419 - The Painter That Became a Powerhouse: Sean Brett’s Accidental Empire
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In this powerful episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox meets Sean Brett – the unstoppable founder behind Steeltech Sheds. From painting houses with no experience to dominating Galway’s coal market and eventually building Ireland’s leading steel shed business, Sean shares a rollercoaster entrepreneurial journey packed with grit, hustle, a…
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Ex-Founder Turned EOS Expert: "Selling My Business Made Me Miserable!" Why Money Doesn’t Buy Purpose, The Real Secret To Success & How To Enjoy The Journey - Neil Sweeney | EP 237
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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Neil Harvey, an energetic entrepreneur with a passion for people, business, and personal growth, as we explore his unique journey from an ambitious young salesman to building and selling multiple successful businesses. Neil reveals the mindset shifts, pivotal moments, and lessons learned around purpose, bu…
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EE418 - Mentor Moment: David Jelly on the €150 Billion Sitting Still In Irish Bank Accounts
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In this bite-sized Mentor Moment from Episode 384, David Jelly, founder of Property Bridges, joins Gary Fox to dissect two of Ireland’s biggest challenges: why people aren’t investing — despite sitting on billions in cash — and why startups struggle to retain talent in a post-COVID world. From cultural mindsets to broken incentives, David gets hone…
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EE417 - Skin in the Game: How Ella & Jo Went from 1 Idea to Selling in 50 Countries
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In this inspiring episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Charlene Flanagan and Niamh Ryan—the powerhouse duo behind Ella & Jo, one of Ireland’s fastest-growing beauty brands. From a single product and two simultaneous pregnancies to a global business stocked in Boots, Dunnes Stores and over 400 pharmacies, their story is an…
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