One on one conversations with some of the amazing people I've met throughout my travels.
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Welcome to the Glasgow Business Gameplan Podcast with Stephen O'Donnell! Here, we'll be sharing weekly episodes with fascinating entrepreneurs in Glasgow discussing all-things business from successes, to challenges, and revelations. Be sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes!
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EMBRACE THE CHANGES IN BUSINESS | With Andrew Dobbie and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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Andrew Dobbie advises entrepreneurs to embrace authenticity and transparency in their business practices. He emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and one's values, which in turn helps build trust and loyalty among clients and employees. This episode provides valuable insights into the challenges and strategies of running a successful …
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AI WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO REPLACE HUMAN SKILLS | With Gavin Mochan and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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Gavin Mochan emphasises the importance of focusing your efforts in a startup. He highlights the challenge of balancing various aspects of the business, from market research to fundraising, and adapting to new responsibilities outside his previous expertise. Gavin's intrinsic motivation, driven by personal experiences, including the loss of his moth…
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FIND A PURPOSE AND DON'T DWELL ON NEGATIVES | With Poonam Gupta and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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In this episode of "Glasgow Business Gameplan," Stephen O'Donnell interviews Poonam Gupta (OBE), the influential leader behind PG Paper. Poonam shares her invaluable advice: have a purpose and don't dwell on the negatives. She highlights her key learning on the importance of building relationships that will grow your business and emphasizes resilie…
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THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF CASHFLOW AND WORK CULTURE | With Alan Anderson and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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Join Stephen O'Donnell in this episode of "Glasgow Business Gameplan" as he sits down with Alan Anderson, the leader of TSF Finance. Dive deep into Alan's journey and discover why managing cashflow is the cornerstone of any successful business. Alan shares his candid insights on the importance of cultivating the right culture and the persistent cha…
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HAVE A CLEAR PURPOSE FOR YOUR BUSINESS | With David J MacNeil and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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In this episode of "Glasgow Business Gameplan," Stephen O'Donnell interviews David MacNeil, the visionary leader of CastleBay Investments. David emphasises the importance of having a growth mindset and shares his key learning: having a clear purpose for the business. He also discusses the common challenge of underestimating the time and cashflow re…
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HAVE A GOAL AND TAKE ACTION | With Ev Foster and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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In this episode of "Glasgow Business Gameplan," Stephen O'Donnell interviews Ev Foster from Keller Williams. Ev discusses the challenge of helping people understand that there's a different way to do things and shares the crucial insight that there indeed is a different way to approach business. Throughout the conversation, Ev emphasises the import…
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THE IMPORTANCE OF PLANNING AND A GREAT TEAM | With Alan McKee and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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In this episode of "Glasgow Business Gameplan," host Stephen O'Donnell interviews Alan McKee from MCM Solicitors. Alan shares his essential advice: always have a plan! He discusses the challenges of growing a team and transitioning to people management, emphasising the importance of having a great team around you and not going it alone. Alan also h…
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KEEP YOUR BUSINESS STANDARDS HIGH | With Fiona Jackson and Stephen O'Donnell | Glasgow Business Gameplan
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In this episode of "Glasgow Business Gameplan," Stephen O'Donnell interviews Fiona Jackson, the inspiring force behind SalonWise. Fiona emphasizes the importance of keeping your standards high and shares her experience with the challenge of managing time when starting a business. Learn about her biggest insight: the necessity of having different re…
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Ep. 36 features a conversation with prolific artist and chronicler of Toronto street life, Mr. Anthony Schofield. We discussed the turmoil that has been his life and how he uses his experiences to help other at risk people today. (Warning: Language)By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for Ep. 36. This episode features a conversation with prolific artist and chronicler of Toronto street life, Anthony Schofield. (Warning: Language)By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 35 features a conversation with musician Adam "Tico" Hernandez. Adam is the guitarist and bandleader for country music sensation, Lauren Alaina.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for Ep. 35. This episode features a conversation with musician Adam "Tico" Hernandez. Adam is the guitarist and bandleader for country music sensation, Lauren Alaina.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 34 features my conversation with retired NHL defenceman... and former childhood friend and neighbour, Adrian Aucoin.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 34 featuring my chat with retired NHL defenceman, Adrian Aucoin.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 33 features my chat with Ottawa promoter and former owner of the Legendary rock bars Zaphod Beeblebrox and Barrymore's, Eugene Haslam.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 33 featuring my chat with Ottawa promoter and former owner of the Legendary rock bars Zaphod Beeblebrox and Barrymore's, Eugene Haslam.By David J. MacNeil
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This episode features a conversation with Moe Berg, the frontman for the iconic Canadian rock band, The Pursuit of Happiness.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for the episode featuring the frontman for the iconic Canadian rock band The Pursuit of Happiness, Mr. Moe Berg.By David J. MacNeil
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This episode features the long-awaited chat with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame deejay, and broadcast legend, Mr. David Marsden.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for the long-awaited episode featuring Rock & Roll Hall of Fame deejay, and radio legend, Mr. David Marsden.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 30 features a chat with my friend, writer, director, producer, and Professor of Film and Television Production at Loyalist College, Mr. Paul Papadopoulos. We're going to shake it up a bit this episode, as Paul will be asking the questions, while I sit in the hot seat. This is the episode for those who have questions about moving to, as well…
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This is a teaser for episode 30 featuring a chat with my friend, writer, director, producer, and Professor of Film and Television Production at Loyalist College, Mr. Paul Papadopoulos. We're going to shake it up this episode as Paul will be asking the questions, while I sit in the hot seat. Hope you tune in for episode 30!…
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Episode 29 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil, features a chat with my friend, actor, entrepreneur, yoga instructor, and social media dynamo, Azra Valani.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 29 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil, featuring my chat with my friend, actor, entrepreneur, yoga instructor, and social media dynamo, Azra Valani.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 28 features a chat with my friend and longtime acting coach, actorJeff Seymour. We talked about his amazing career as an actor and his love for teaching up and coming new talent.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 28 featuring a chat with my friend and longtime acting coach, actorJeff Seymour. We talked about his amazing career as an actor and his love for teaching up and coming new talent.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 27 features my chat with entrepreneur, stand-up comedian, actor, writer, teacher, member of The Order of Canada, and the founder and CEO of the Yuk Yuks stand-up comedy club chain, Mr. Mark Breslin.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 27 featuring my chat with entrepreneur, stand-up comedian, actor, writer, teacher, member of The Order of Canada, and the founder and CEO of the Yuk Yuks stand-up comedy club empire, Mr. Mark Breslin.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 26 features my chat with my friend, and sometime Costa Rican neighbour, singer songwriter, Jerry Stamp. We chatted about his music career and the diagnosis that threatened it all.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 26 featuring my chat with my friend, and sometime Costa Rican neighbour, singer songwriter, Jerry Stamp. We chatted about his music career and the diagnosis that threatened it all.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 25 features my chat with my friend and former TV Ontario colleague, film critic, Thom Ernst. We sat down to chat about the childhood betrayal at the hands of his adoptive father that led him to decide to become an advocate for survivors of childhood trauma and abuse.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 25 featuring my chat with my friend and former TV Ontario colleague, Thom Ernst. We sat down to chat about the childhood betrayal at the hands of his adoptive father that led him to decide to become an advocate for survivors of childhood trauma and abuse.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 24 features a chat with my good friend and neighbour in Playas del Coco, Yves "Pepito" Malette. If you are interested in resources about moving to, and working in Costa Rica, Yves is your man.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 24 featuring my chat with my good friend and neighbour in Playas del Coco, Yves "Pepito" Malette. If you are interested in resources about moving to, and working in Costa Rica, Yves is your man.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 23 features a conversation with the iconic Muchmusic veejay, entrepreneur, author, songwriter, TV show host, influencer, mother, and friend to Moms everywhere, Erica Ehm.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 23 featuring my chat with with the iconic Muchmusic Veejay, entrepreneur, author, songwriter, influencer, TV show host, mother and friend to Moms everywhere, Erica Ehm.By David J. MacNeil
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Episode 22 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features a conversation with author Greg Oliver. We chatted about his brand new book, Who's the Man? Billy Van!By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for episode 22 featuring author Greg Oliver. We chatted about his brand new book, Who's the Man? Billy Van!By David J. MacNeil
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Ep. 21 features a chat with a young man who was catapulted into the Canadian entertainment limelight at the age of 24 when he won the Muchmusic "Much Temp" contest and eventually became a veejay, and then later host at ET Canada. That gentleman of course is, Rick Campanelli.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for Ep. 21. This episode features a chat with a young man who was catapulted into the Canadian entertainment limelight at the age of 24 when he won the Muchmusic "Much Temp" contest and eventually became a veejay, and then later host at ET Canada. That gentleman of course is, Rick Campanelli.…
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Ep. 20 features a chat with Malcolm Hill who left his homeland of Australia in 2016 with his new wife Anisa to start a surf school in Costa Rica. Today Anisa and Malcolm have two sons, a successful business, and a new podcast about moving to Costa Rica. We chatted about all of that and much more.
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This is a teaser for Ep. 20. This episode features a chat with Malcolm Hill who left his homeland of Australia in 2016 with his new wife Anisa to start a surf school in Costa Rica. Today Anisa and Malcolm have two sons, a successful business, and a new podcast about moving to Costa Rica.
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Ep. 19 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with my longtime friend and children's TV host, Gisele Corinthios. We chatted about Gisele's many years entertaining pre-schoolers on TV Ontario, as well as her brand new Youtube channel, The Gisele Mishmash.
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Ep. 19 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with my longtime friend and children's TV host, Gisele Corinthios. We chatted about Gisele's many years entertaining pre-schoolers on TV Ontario, as well as her brand new Youtube channel, The Gisele Mishmash.By David J. MacNeil
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This is a teaser for Episode 19 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my longtime friend and children's TV host, Gisele Corinthios. We chatted about Gisele's many years entertaining pre-schoolers as well as her brand new Youtube channel, The Gisele Mishmash.
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This is a teaser for Episode 19 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my longtime friend and children's TV host, Gisele Corinthios. We chatted about Gisele's many years entertaining pre-schoolers as well as her brand new Youtube channel, The Gisele Mishmash.By David J. MacNeil
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This episode features an interview with my lovely and talented friend, Maureen Riley. We chatted about many of our shared experiences working in the entertainment biz, as well as her impressive career as a television producer.
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