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Dive into the realms of recruitment, business, and the diverse career paths individuals can embark on in life. Contact info@10forty for more information if you'd like to be a guest or sponsor the podcast Advertise open jobs or apply for a new role www.10forty.com Hosted by Conor Foster (Recruitment Professional)

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October 20, 2026Episode 10148 min

Ep 101 - Challenging Stereotypes & Creating Change | Latisha McCrudden

At just 21 years old, Latisha McCrudden is already making her voice heard and challenging stereotypes. An Irish Traveller activist, law student, podcast host and karate black belt, Latisha is passionate about breaking down barriers, promoting equality and creating opportunities for the next generation. Starting karate at just four years old and earning her black belt at 14, Latisha developed discipline, resilience and determination from an early age. She also entered the workforce as soon as she was old enough, taking on a job as a kitchen porter. Today, she's entering her fourth year of studying law while actively advocating for young people, women and the Traveller community. Through her involvement with the Irish Traveller Movement Youth Forum, the National Women's Council and the National Youth Assembly, Latisha is helping ensure that underrepresented voices are heard. She's also a passionate advocate for domestic violence awareness and co-hosts Paving the Way, a podcast dedicated to sharing the experiences and stories of young Irish Travellers. In this episode of The 10forty Podcast, we discuss: • Growing up in the Irish Traveller community and challenging stereotypes. • Starting karate at four and earning a black belt at 14. • Entering the workforce at a young age and developing a strong work ethic. • The importance of education and her journey towards a career in law. • Advocating for equality, women's rights and domestic violence awareness. • Giving young Irish Travellers a voice through her podcast, Paving the Way. • Her ambitions for the future and the changes she hopes to make. This is a conversation about resilience, determination, education and challenging expectations, proving that your background doesn't have to define your future. HERE WE GO! This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

October 13, 2026Episode 1001 hr 30 min

Ep 100 - Military Service to Mental Health Advocate | Dr Dan Fitzpatrick | The 10forty Podcast

This week on The 10forty Podcast, we sit down with Dr Dan Fitzpatrick , former Irish Defence Forces member, mental health advocate, researcher and author of The Cognitive Gorilla: Reclaiming Authorship Over the Mind. With 22 years of military service behind him, Dan's career has been anything but conventional. From starting out working on the doors to applying to become a Naval Service officer, his journey eventually led him to joining the Irish Air Corps as a recruit. Following his initial military training, Dan joined the Military Fire Service, where he was promoted after just three years. He later trained as a medic before moving into the Defence Forces' Personnel Support Service (PSS), where his interest in mental health, wellbeing, and supporting fellow soldiers began to shape the next chapter of his career. Determined to challenge traditional approaches and improve how mental health was addressed within the military, Dan returned to education, completing a degree, a master's qualification, and ultimately a PhD at Trinity College Dublin. His doctoral research focused on mental health and help-seeking behaviours within the Irish Defence Forces, examining the barriers that can prevent military personnel from seeking support when they need it most. Throughout our conversation, we explore Dan's experiences in the Defence Forces, the challenges of changing established systems and his mission to develop better mental health care pathways for serving military personnel. Now retired from the Defence Forces, Dan continues his work advocating for mental health, personal development and greater awareness of how our minds influence our everyday lives. He is also the author of The Cognitive Gorilla: Reclaiming Authorship Over the Mind, a book that explores how our thoughts, emotions and automatic behaviours shape the way we experience the world. Through themes of self-awareness, emotional regulation and personal responsibility, Dan encourages readers to challenge their thinking patterns and take greater control of how they respond to life's challenges. We also discuss the importance of education, resilience, personal growth and why having the courage to challenge the status quo can make a lasting difference. From working the doors to 22 years of military service, completing a PhD, and becoming an author, Dan's story is one of resilience, determination, and a commitment to improving the lives of others. Whether you're interested in military life, mental health, personal development or simply hearing an inspiring career journey, this is a conversation worth listening to. Connect with Dr Dan Fitzpatrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-dan-fitzpatrick-58963430a/ Visit Dan's website or purashe his book https://thecognitivegorilla.ie/ This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

October 6, 2026Episode 9950 min

Ep 99 - Deli Counter to Business Owner | Rachel Nolan, Founder of RXR Media

This week on the 10forty Podcast, I’m joined by Rachel Nolan, Founder of RXR Media, to talk about social media, content creation, personal branding, and what it really takes to stay visible online. In a world where businesses are expected to be active online 24/7, consistently creating content and managing multiple social media platforms can quickly become a full-time job. That’s where Rachel and RXR Media come in. Rachel’s career journey has been anything but traditional. She started her working life in the deli of her local corner shop before moving into retail and later returning to education to complete a Bachelor of Laws. Her interest in law and investigation also led her to complete a Private Investigator course, adding another interesting chapter to an already varied career journey. However, it was through working as a virtual assistant that Rachel discovered a passion for helping businesses build their online presence — a journey that ultimately led her to launch RXR Media. Today, Rachel works with businesses across a range of industries, providing outsourced social media management and content creation designed to help brands stay visible, connect with their audience and generate new opportunities online. In this episode, we discuss: • Why so many businesses struggle to stay consistent on social media • The benefits of outsourcing social media management and content creation • How to build a strong online presence without spending your entire day online • Why personal branding is becoming increasingly important for business owners • Content strategies that actually generate engagement — and the ones that don’t • How to turn social media visibility into genuine business opportunities • How RXR Media helps businesses stay visible, relevant and top of mind • Rachel’s journey from working in a local deli and retail to studying law and completing a Private Investigator course • How she ultimately found her passion in social media and went on to build RXR Media Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur or professional looking to improve your online presence, build your personal brand or get more from social media, this episode is packed with practical advice and actionable insights. 🎙️ The 10forty Podcast — real conversations about careers, business, entrepreneurship and the different paths people take to build successful careers.

June 17, 2026Episode 981 hr 10 min

Ep 98 - There'll Only Ever Be One Mattress Mick: A Story of Bouncing Back

This week on The 10forty Podcast , I’m joined by a true Dublin legend — Mattress Mick, Michael Flynn. From humble beginnings selling bottled gas and costume jewellery, Mick built his business from the ground up. Starting out on Pearse Street, he laid the foundations for what would become one of Ireland’s most recognisable brands. We dive into his entrepreneurial journey, the early struggles he faced and the mindset that kept him moving forward — even when things didn’t go to plan. Mick shares how bold, unconventional marketing — from posters plastered across the city to headline-grabbing campaigns — helped him stand out, stay relevant and turn attention into sales. 💼 In this episode, we cover: • Mick’s early hustle and first ventures • The marketing moves that made him impossible to ignore • How he turned setbacks — even court summonses — into opportunities • Why you can copy success, but there’ll only ever be one Mattress Mick A must-listen for anyone interested in business, branding, marketing, sales, or thinking differently. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

June 9, 2026Episode 971 hr 3 min

Ep 97 - The Fighter's Mindset: How Boxing Built the Man Who Built Altipeak | Noel O'Brien

Today we speak to Noel O’Brien. This is an incredible story. From finding a home in Drimnagh Boxing Club… to building a multinational company. Boxing became a huge part of Noel’s life early on and he credits the sport with developing many of the characteristics that would later help him build and lead businesses. Discipline. Resilience. Confidence. Work ethic. Noel went on to become the Director of a successful electrical company — experiencing the booms and busts that come with business and entrepreneurship. But eventually, Noel turned back to boxing. After returning to Ireland, he decided to go professional chasing a dream that had always been there. That obsession with improvement, discipline and performance eventually led Noel to ask a bigger question: How do you get the absolute best from training? That question became the foundation of Altipeak — now a multinational company operating at the forefront of performance, recovery and healthcare innovation. Because what Noel is working on today is about far more than fitness. It’s about health. In this episode, we talk about: School days and life lessons through boxing Building character through sport The booms and busts of business Returning to boxing and going pro And building Altipeak from the ground up This is a conversation about resilience, reinvention and constantly pushing yourself to another level. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

June 4, 2026Episode 9647 min

Ep 96 - Rock Bottom Rebuilding and Finding Purpose | Jamie Griffin

Today on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Jamie Griffin. Now, just before we get into it — this episode is raw. We cover some sensitive topics, including tough times, losing friends, and struggles with mental health… so just a heads up before you listen to the full episode. Jamie’s story is real. From time spent in Prision… to working on building sites… to now working in personal training — it’s been a journey shaped by setbacks, growth, and hard lessons. We talk about hitting low points… losing the ego… and what it really takes to rebuild. But what stands out most… is why Jamie decided to speak up. Why he chose to share his story publicly — and how passionate he is about supporting others who are going through similar struggles. At the centre of it all is family. Jamie talks about how having children changed everything — and how being there for them is now the priority. This is an honest conversation about accountability, growth, and using your story to help someone else. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

May 29, 2026Episode 9543 min

Ep 95 - What If You Didn't? Chris Evans on Growth, Resilience & Business

This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Chris Evans — Commercial Director at Ancorra Environmental Services, operator of JS Solutions, and host of the What If You Didn’t? podcast. Chris’s journey starts early. At just 16, he stepped into the family business in Liverpool — learning the ropes from the ground up. But his path didn’t stay there. A move to Australia opened things up. Seven years in Perth, working with Carnegies, helped shape his approach to leadership, discipline, and business. That experience would go on to define how he operates today. But there’s another layer to Chris’s story. Back in school, he was navigating ADHD — something that, at the time, felt more like a challenge than anything else. Over time, that perspective shifted. What once felt like a setback… became a strength. And ultimately — a superpower. That mindset, combined with years of experience across different environments, led Chris to Ireland — where he’s now building and leading successful businesses. In this episode, we talk about: Growing up in a family business The impact of international experience And reframing challenges into strengths This is a conversation about perspective, growth — and using your experiences to build something bigger. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

May 22, 2026Episode 941 hr 0 min

Ep 94 - Obsessed With Precision: Building Ireland’s Leading PPF Business

This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Padraic Gilchrist — founder of Flawless Paint Correction & Detailing Ireland, one of the country’s leading paint protection specialists. Padraic’s story doesn’t start in business. It starts with music. That passion led him into the army band — and eventually to a posting in Cork. But like many in that world… one job wasn’t enough. So he picked up a nixer. Car detailing on the side. What started as extra income quickly became something more. A craft. An obsession with precision. That curiosity led him deeper — into paint correction, and eventually into PPF — a space where standards are everything. Then came the turning point. When the nixer started to outgrow the day job… Padraic made the call. He left the army — and went all in. Today, he runs Flawless — a business built on reputation, discipline, and elite-level execution. In this episode, we talk about: Turning a side hustle into a full-time business Knowing when to take the leap And building something through consistency and craft This is a conversation about trusting your gut — and backing yourself when it matters most. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

May 12, 2026Episode 9350 min

Ep 93 - Camera Rolling | Ben O’Neill

From Behind the Lens to Behind the Mic This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Ben O’Neill — founder of Ben O’Neill Productions . Usually, Ben is the one behind the camera… but this week, he steps in front of it. Ben’s journey is built on backing himself — in an industry that doesn’t wait for anyone. From early on, he was focused on pushing beyond what felt possible — especially in a space where, at times, it can feel like Ireland puts a ceiling on how far you can go. That mindset took him further. Even to filming YouTube content in New York — chasing opportunities instead of waiting for them. In this episode, we talk about: Taking risks and betting on yourself Growing by stepping into different areas of media Why learning styles don’t always fit the system And what it actually takes to build experience from the ground up This is a conversation about doing the work, learning as you go, and not waiting for permission. Because sometimes, the only way forward… is to start and figure it out along the way. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com

April 30, 2026Episode 921 hr 33 min

Ep 92 - Building Crazy House Prices | Ciaran Mulqueen

This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Ciaran Mulqueen — the creator of Crazy House Prices and author of How to Buy a Home in Ireland. Ciaran’s journey doesn’t follow a straight line. He started young — studying business and accounting at just 17 — taking a path that, on paper, felt sensible and secure. But his route changed. After college, Ciaran spent seven years working as a personal trainer, building discipline, resilience and a real understanding of people and the realities many face trying to build a life in modern Ireland. Then came another shift. Ciaran returned to education, going back to college to retrain as a teacher — bringing lived experience with him and a growing curiosity about how systems shape opportunity. It was during this time — while searching for his own home — that another idea took shape. As Ciaran navigated listings, prices and contradictions in the market, he began sharing what he was seeing. What started as a way to make sense of the process for himself grew into Crazy House Prices — an Instagram page that captured attention by showing the reality of Ireland’s housing market through real examples. That work eventually led to his book, How to Buy a Home in Ireland — a practical guide aimed at helping people understand a system that often feels confusing, inaccessible and stacked against them. In this episode, we go deep. We talk about Ireland’s housing policy and the impact it’s having on everyday lives. We question the education system and whether we’re pushing too many people toward academic routes without enough consideration for alternative paths. And we explore what it means to change direction — more than once — in search of work that makes sense and has purpose. This is a conversation about choices, systems and the confidence to question the paths we’re told to follow. Because sometimes, the most important step is asking whether the system itself is working. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Top Drawer Talent — Supply Chain & Procurement Specialists helping businesses hire best in class talent across Ireland and internationally. https://www.tdtalent.ie/ Nesta Storage — secure, flexible storage solutions for businesses and individuals, with modern facilities, long or short term options, and complete peace of mind when space matters. https://nesta.ie/business-storage/ Get 25% off your first month’s storage using code CS25 ______________ HERE WE GO. Want to share your own career journey on the podcast — or shine a light on a business, side project or industry? 📧 info@10forty.com 🎙 Sponsorship opportunities: info@10forty.com