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Discover the strategies, insights, and inspiration from the some of most successful business leaders.

Starting Business: Talking Niche Marketing and Events with Claire & Rhoda Hughes

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 11th January 2024

Discover unique insights into starting business, events and much more through our video interview with Claire and Rhoda Hughes of Soirée Society. Have you ever dreamt of being your own boss, of shaping your own destiny, and of building something from the ground up? If the answer is yes, then welcome to the exhilarating world of […]

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Plusvital: An Insight into Business Innovation and International Markets

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 11th January 2024

Plusvital bring innovative thinking to the highly traditional horse racing industry. Image credit: Plusvital

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Learning from the Space Industry

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 5th May 2024

Remember when space exploration was the stuff of sci-fi dreams, reserved for astronauts strapped into clunky rockets and hurtling towards the unknown? Buckle up because that paradigm is shifting at warp speed. The once-niche realm of the space industry is experiencing a meteoric rise, transforming from a distant twinkle in the sky to a dazzling […]

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How to Increase Content Engagement? Smarter Content Marketing with Nick Mason

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 10th January 2024

In the bustling digital landscape, content is king. We’re bombarded with articles, videos, and social media posts every day, fighting for fleeting attention spans and precious clicks. But in this content cacophony, engagement is a crucial element separating the mere “noise” from the truly captivating experience. Increase Content engagement isn’t just about racking up views […]

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How Can Startups Afford Software Development? Talking Outsourcing with Tom Hughes

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 4th March 2024

How can startups afford software development? A successful tech entrepreneur who specialises in development for new businesses called into the ProfileTree studio to take part in an insightful discussion. Tom Hughes, of 3rd Digital, explained his own fascinating background and took us behind the scenes of his award-winning company. He began by outlining his route […]

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James Perry: The Benefits of Mentoring

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 21st January 2024

James is a qualified accountant turned accountancy coach, who has helped people worldwide prepare for their exams.

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Could Digital Transformation Help Your Company? Talking Innovation with Naomh McElhatton

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 29th April 2024

A digital leader identified as one of the top entrepreneurs in Ireland visited the ProfileTree studio to discuss digital transformation and much more. Imagine a world where customers seamlessly connect with your brand across multiple channels, operational efficiency soars through automation, and innovation becomes the lifeblood of your business. This, my friends, is the alluring […]

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Revive Active: How to Improve Your Health

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 24th December 2024

Revive Active is a supplement for better health that’s convenient and medically approved. Image credit: Revive Active

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Busting Myths: The Statistics Behind Business Success

Maha YassinMaha Yassin // 15th April 2024

Starting a business is indeed an exhilarating endeavour, isn’t it? Yet, as we both know, there’s no denying that it can be akin to navigating a ship on stormy waters. Even from our perspective as seasoned business owners, we cannot simply ignore the chilling statistic that nearly 20% of businesses sadly capsize within their maiden […]

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Belfast City Sightseeing: What is the Future for Belfast Tourism?

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 10th January 2024

Belfast City Sightseeing has been a staple in Northern Irish Tourism. Image credit: Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

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How to Build Emotional Wellbeing at Work: The Hummingbird Project NI

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 10th January 2024

Leigh Carey founded The Hummingbird Project NI in 2016 to develop new emotional wellbeing solutions that harness lived-experience. Image credit: Coleraine Times

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What is an Environmental Consultancy? Environmental Remediation with Mark McKinney

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 10th January 2024

What is an environmental consultancy? Who better to guide us through the work of an environmental consultant than the Managing Director of a multi-million-pound environmental business? In a world where the delicate balance of our environment hangs precariously, environmental consultancy emerges as a crucial beacon of hope. It’s not just a technical jargon; it’s a […]

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Corinthian Sports: Insights into Sports Hospitality

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 15th May 2024

The thrill of victory, the roar of the crowd, the camaraderie of shared passion – these are the hallmarks of the unforgettable experience that is sports. But beyond the adrenaline rush, a hidden world awaits: the realm of sports hospitality. In Northern Ireland, this world transcends mere spectating, transforming itself into a potent blend of […]

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What is Public Relations?

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 5th May 2024

Public relations is the professional maintenance of a favourable public image by a company or individual. While many people may know of it, not enough understand its importance.  Introduction In today’s hyper-connected world, reputation is everything. It can make or break your business, shape public opinion, and influence even the most casual glance at your […]

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Intriguing Statistics that Unmask CrossFit Success

Noha BasionyNoha Basiony // 29th April 2024

In the dynamic world of fitness, where trends come and go, CrossFit has emerged as a powerhouse, captivating the hearts and sweat of millions worldwide. Beyond its gruelling WODs (Workouts of the Day) and tireless commitment to functional fitness, this sport has amassed a dedicated community that thrives on pushing physical and mental boundaries. Yet, […]

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How to Market Online? Ecommerce Marketing with Adam Pearce

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 21st April 2024

Ecommerce marketing refers to the strategies and tactics used by online businesses to attract customers and drive sales of products or services through their website or mobile app. As global retail ecommerce sales continue to rapidly rise towards nearly $7 trillion, implementing an effective ecommerce marketing plan has become imperative for brands selling directly to […]

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Business Change Innovation: Discussing Business Innovation With Lydia McClelland

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 9th January 2024

W5 has made great strides in ensuring it appeals to all audiences. Image credit: Virtual Visit Tours

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Innovation in Learning Technology Solutions

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 5th May 2024

Global demand for qualifications has never been higher. Image credit: TestReach

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Nutrition and Employee Wellness with Alain Buffing

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 5th May 2024

Nanning Jacobs and Alain Buffing, co-founders of The Temple believe in creating a culture around improved nutrition and lifestyle. Image credit: The Temple

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Stephen Brown: Talking Team Building and Firewalking

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 22nd April 2024

Forget stale conference rooms and forced bonding exercises. Firewalking isn’t just a thrilling spectacle; it’s a revolution in the world of team building. Imagine stepping barefoot onto scorching embers, pushing past perceived limits, and emerging with a team forged in heat and trust. That’s the power of firewalking as a team-building experience. But before we […]

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What is Sub-Contracting? Discussing Recruitment and Sub-Contracting With Cathy McCorry

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 22nd April 2024

Building a team, the beating heart of your business, can feel like navigating a winding mountain road. Do you forge ahead with a handpicked crew, carefully recruited and nurtured within your own walls? Or do you seek the agility of nimble partners, subcontracted experts ready to tackle specific challenges? The choice between sub-contracting and recruitment […]

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What is Energy Monitoring?

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 8th March 2024

Introduction: A Deep Dive into Energy Monitoring Have you ever wondered where your electricity bill really goes? Do you suspect certain appliances are silently draining your bank account while you sleep? Or perhaps you’re a sustainability champion, eager to optimize your home’s energy footprint and minimize your environmental impact. Enter the world of energy monitoring, […]

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Why Is Sustainable Tourism Important? What is Sustainable Tourism? Tourism Consultant Mike Ball

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 3rd May 2024

What is Sustainable Tourism? Travel is a kaleidoscope of experiences, transporting us to breathtaking vistas, vibrant cultures, and enriching encounters. But in the midst of our wanderlust, it’s crucial to ask: Are we simply spectators, leaving footprints instead of enriching legacies? This is where the transformative concept of Sustainable Tourism comes into play. At its […]

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Create Digital Products With Gareth Quinn, Digital Technology, Digital Start-Up

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 9th January 2024

Digital DNA has only gone from strength to strength. Image credit: DigitalDNA

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Building a Culture of Innovation? Innovation Definition & Innovative Leadership With Cris Beswick

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 6th May 2024

Innovation is a multi-faceted term. Many people understand its connection to success – but not what it involves and the power of its outcome. Cris Beswick is responsible for helping companies untap their potential, drive innovation and see results. As part of our Business Leaders series, our CEO Ciaran Connolly speaks with Cris about his […]

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What is Augmented Reality with New Red: Insights into the World of Virtual Reality

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 9th January 2024

New Red specialises in mixed reality as a unique way of storytelling. Image credit: NewRed

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What is The Future of Technology

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 21st April 2024

Andrew Bolster uses his expertise to help further specialisms in the STEAM industries. Image credit: Twitter

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Emoturismo: Talking Travel and Tourism Strategy with David Mora

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 8th January 2024

Image credit: Emoturismo

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Conflict Resolution, Social Entrepreneurship and Coaching Skills with Tony Macaulay

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 22nd April 2024

Conflict Resolution is an essential skill for cultivating positive, productive work environments. Disagreements and differing perspectives are inevitable in life. Still, if appropriately managed, conflict situations can strengthen relationships, fuel innovation, and allow truth to emerge over time. However, without constructive communication norms, unresolved tensions often continue festering, draining energy and eroding trust between team […]

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Graham Orr: Using Intercultural Training Solutions in Business

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 8th January 2024

Graham Orr is the Director of Intercultural Training Solutions, built to help make workplaces more effective and efficient through better understanding of cultures. Image credit: Intercultural Training Solutions

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Immeasurable Minds: How to Use Mindfulness at Work

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 8th January 2024

Immeasurable Minds helps people tap into their inner mindfulness using certain tools and techniques. Image credit: Immeasurable Minds

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Aurion Learning: Talking E-Learning with Gavin Woods

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 26th March 2024

E-learning has exploded in popularity across both academic and professional training landscapes. Online education offers unparalleled flexibility, scalability, and affordability compared to traditional in-person modes of teaching. Whether you want to coach students working towards degrees and certifications or train corporate employees in critical skills, developing an effective e-learning business strategy is crucial for success. […]

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How to Get a Better Job? Career Coaching, CV Writing & Business Startup Advice With Mark McCracken

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 15th July 2024

How to Get a Better Job? For many people, improving their career prospects or starting a new business is not an easy feat. However, with the right advice and direction – it can be made a lot easier. In our latest Business Leaders episode, ProfileTree CEO Ciaran Connolly speaks to career specialist Mark McCracken, about […]

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How to Manage a Restaurant? Expert Management Tips from Paul O’Kane

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 26th February 2025

How to manage a restaurant? In our Business Leaders video interview, Michelle from ProfileTree was joined by Paul O’Kane who shared some of his substantial management and food industry expertise. Running a restaurant can be an exhilarating and rewarding experience. You get to be a culinary artist, a business leader, a host, and a problem […]

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Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Expertise with David Gray

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 5th May 2024

WAVTEQ delivers high potential opportunities in trade and global investment. Image credit: WAVTEQ

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The Importance of HR for Your Business?

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 6th August 2024

Introduction to the Importance of HR A. Definition of human resources and key functions Human resources (HR) refers to the department within an organization that oversees all employee-related affairs. The key functions of HR include recruitment and hiring, onboarding, training, payroll and benefits administration, recordkeeping, workforce analytics, and shaping company culture and work environment. While […]

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What Can Hypnotherapy Help With?

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 15th May 2024

Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to harness the power of your own mind to improve your well-being and achieve your goals? Enter hypnotherapy, a captivating blend of science and suggestion that unlocks hidden potential within. A. Definition of Hypnotherapy: Hypnotherapy isn’t some mystical act of mind control. It’s a therapeutic technique that […]

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How To Use Psychology in Marketing? The Ultimate Guide

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 7th January 2024

In today’s hyper-competitive marketplace, standing out from the crowd requires more than just flashy campaigns and slick slogans. To truly connect with your audience and drive conversions, you need to understand the hidden language of human desire, the subtle dance of perception and decision-making that plays out within each potential customer’s mind. Enter psychology in […]

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Business Broadband Benefits

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 5th May 2024

Ever stopped to consider a modern-day lifeblood of your business? Broadband, and the right telecoms, can be part of the backbone of both keeping your company in NI moving AND having the capacity to work at your very best. In today’s digital age, reliable and high-speed internet is no longer a luxury for businesses; it’s […]

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Business Leaders: Cian Landers – Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 8th January 2024

One key to a successful business? Learning from success stories like Belfast’s superb Fitzwilliam Hotel can greatly benefit your company. The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast, a beacon of contemporary elegance in the city’s vibrant core, beckons with its rich history, impeccable service, and unparalleled guest experiences. Let’s dive into the world of this five-star masterpiece: A. […]

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Business Leaders: Liam O’Neil – The ‘PROVE IT’ Guy

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 7th January 2024

Liam is a motivational speaker, coach and mentalist. Image credit: Liam O’Neill

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Personal Branding and the Benefits of PR with David McCavery

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 2nd April 2024

Maintaining a positive public image is essential for every business, big or small. However, not a lot of businesses invest in this service, despite it being one of the key ways to achieving success. Have you ever wondered why certain individuals seem to attract opportunities like magnets? They radiate competence, confidence, and a unique magnetism […]

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Accounting Strategy and Your Business

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 9th May 2024

Small Business Mentoring with Claire Stewart Do you have an accounting strategy? ProfileTree had an opportunity to learn more about this business essential from specialist Claire Stewart AND hear her advice on how small business mentoring can deliver great results. Every business dreams of soaring towards success, but the path to prosperity requires navigation with […]

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Mobile Marketing Strategy: Marketing Automation with Rachel Davis

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 4th January 2024

Why is mobile marketing strategy important? We explored this essential business consideration, plus marketing automation and growth hacking, with tech marketer Rachel Davis during a ProfileTree Business Leaders video interview. Rachel Davis is co-founder and CEO of Hurree, a marketing automation platform for apps designed to give more control over push notifications and even use […]

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What is a Product Development Strategy? Talking Products with Bessie Rollins

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 4th January 2024

What is a Product Development Strategy? ProfileTree Director Michelle Connolly welcomed Bessie Rollins to the ‘PTTV’ studio to take part in our Business Leaders video interview series. In the bustling marketplace, where ideas swirl and products jostle for attention, success doesn’t happen by chance. It’s a carefully charted course, navigated by a powerful tool: product […]

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Dawson Andrews: Why Is Technology Important In Business

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 4th January 2024

Dawson Andrews provides everything you need to make a successful digital product or service. Image credit: Dawson Andrews

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How to Generate Energy from Waste – Discussing the Autoclave Process with Sheila Hughes

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 4th January 2024

How to generate energy from waste? We discussed the modernisation of the waste sector and improvements to renewable energy through the autoclave process with industry specialist Sheila Hughes. Imagine a world where our overflowing landfills weren’t just festering heaps of discarded things, but brimming with hidden potential. A world where banana peels become electricity, coffee […]

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Augmented Reality in Education, Mixed Reality and Virtual Reality with Nuala Trainor

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 4th January 2024

Sentireal is a company that specialises in mixed reality to provide immersive learning. Image credit: Sentireal

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Euromoney: How to Do Business Internationally?

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 4th January 2024

A very targeted focus is needed thrive in urban markets like New York. Image credit: Jason Briscoe

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How to Build Self-Confidence and Network Marketing Success

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 5th May 2024

Bernie’s mission is to improve outcomes by building business confidence. Image credit: Bernie Allen

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What is NLP Therapy? NLP Techniques, NLP Training and Mind Coaching

ProfileTreeProfileTree // 3rd May 2024

How can we pursue positivity to boost our wellbeing at work and at home? How can emotional intelligence make a difference in our lives? A visit by ‘training with a difference’ specialist Denise Devlin to the ProfileTree studio offered a chance to explore these topics, plus gain an insight into NLP therapy. Ever wondered how […]

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Business Leaders: Inspiring Success and Driving Innovation

In the world of business, strong leadership is the key to driving success, fostering innovation, and inspiring teams to reach their full potential. By studying the strategies, insights, and experiences of the world’s most successful business leaders, you can gain valuable lessons and inspiration to help guide your own leadership journey and take your organisation to new heights.

Successful business leaders share several common traits and approaches that set them apart, including:

  1. Strategic vision: Top business leaders have a clear, compelling vision for their organisation’s future and are skilled at developing and executing strategies to turn that vision into reality.
  2. Adaptability: In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, successful leaders are agile and able to pivot quickly in response to new challenges, opportunities, and market shifts.
  3. Emotional intelligence: Great leaders possess strong emotional intelligence, enabling them to build trust, foster collaboration, and create a positive, productive work environment.
  4. Continuous learning: The best business leaders are lifelong learners, constantly seeking out new knowledge, skills, and perspectives to stay ahead of the curve and drive innovation.
  5. Resilience: Successful leaders demonstrate remarkable resilience in the face of setbacks, learning from failures and using challenges as opportunities for growth and improvement.

To learn from and emulate the world’s top business leaders, consider the following approaches:

  1. Study their journeys: Read biographies, watch interviews, and explore case studies to gain insights into the experiences, decisions, and strategies that shaped successful business leaders’ paths to success.
  2. Analyse their communication: Pay attention to how great leaders communicate their vision, values, and expectations to their teams, stakeholders, and the public, and look for ways to adapt their techniques to your own style and context.
  3. Seek mentorship: Identify business leaders you admire and respect, and seek out opportunities to learn from them directly through mentorship, networking, or professional development programs.
  4. Embrace continuous improvement: Adopt a growth mindset and commit to ongoing learning and development, just as the world’s top business leaders do, to stay sharp and adaptable in the face of new challenges and opportunities.
  5. Learn from diverse perspectives: Study business leaders from various industries, backgrounds, and cultures to gain a well-rounded understanding of different leadership styles, approaches, and best practices.

By drawing inspiration and wisdom from the world’s most successful business leaders, you can elevate your own leadership skills, make better decisions, and create a strong, thriving organisation. Remember, leadership is a journey, not a destination, and by continually learning, growing, and adapting, you can join the ranks of the business leaders who are shaping the future and driving success on a global scale.