Real World Entrepreneurship
Episodes
The Reality of an Exiting a business: Selling Without the Hollywood Ending
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bhairav Patel recently achieved a significant milestone with the sale of Atom CTO, a venture that exemplifies the culmination of strategic planning an...
AI Explained: Practical Insights for Startup Founders and Small Business Owners
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode elucidates the intricate landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and its multifaceted applications in contemporary business. Al...
Navigating the Evolving Social Media Landscape: Insights from Colin Kelly
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Colin Kelly returns to provide an insightful update on the evolution of social media over the past three years, highlighting the increasing complexiti...
Navigating the AI Landscape: Expert Guidance for Entrepreneurs
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode elucidates the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) in contemporary business strategies, featuring insightful discussions...
Managing Burnout
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Real World Entrepreneurship podcast we talk with Lauren Young, the Burnout Therapist: https://www.theburnouttherapist.co.uk/We explore the sig...
Navigating Change: How do you prepare for the unexpected?
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast, we delve into the significant impact of recent electoral shifts on businesses. Following t...
How do you sell into foreign markets?
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the "Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast," we delve deep into the strategies foreign companies need to employ when entering the UK ...
CPOP: The Four Pillars of Successful Project Management
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast, hosts Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke dive deep into the reasons why projects often fail and...
What can start-ups learn from the world of politics?
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship podcast, hosts Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel explore the surprising parallels between running a pol...
Navigating your business through chaotic times
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav discuss strategies for guiding your business through periods of economic and political uncertainty. They share insig...
Fake it till you make it
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another insightful episode where we dissect the intricate dance of innovation and craftiness in the realm of entrepreneurship. In this epis...
Are you busy being busy
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke as they dissect the notion of productivity, questioning whether the hustle culture has tricked us into being busy f...
Validate your ideas!
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Launching a new enterprise is akin to embarking on an exciting voyage across an immense sea of opportunities. However, the chasm between dreamers and ...
Do I have what it takes to run a business?
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of The Real World Entrepreneurship, our esteemed speakers, Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke, focus on an age-old debate: are en...
Embodying Entrepreneurship: Essential Traits for Success
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode of "Real World Entrepreneurship," we've brought together two trailblazers in the business world - Alan Clarke and Bhairav...
Choosing Between Employment and Entrepreneurship
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Real World Entrepreneurship with your hosts, Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke. This episode delves into the Modern Entrepreneurial Landscape a...
Its all about your customers!
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This enlightening episode of 'The Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast' features insightful discourse between speakers Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel, f...
Revelling in Recognition: Why Entrepreneurs Should Celebrate Success
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast, esteemed hosts Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel engage in a conversation surrounding the cruc...
Decoding the Fundamentals of Product Strategy
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our latest episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast with Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke. This time, we're delving into the fascina...
Aiming for Win-Win: The Art of Fair Negotiation
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast, where your hosts, Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel, evaluate the ins and outs of business and entrepr...
Max Rodeck: His entrepreneurial journey
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Real World: Entrepreneurship, where we sit down with Max Rodeck from Trade Parts Finder. In this podcast, we dive into M...
Recognising Cues: When Should Entrepreneurs Call it a Day?
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grit and determination, sterling stalwarts of an entrepreneur’s toolkit, form the focus of the 'Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast' by Bhairav Pate...
Navigating the Highs and Lows: Lessons in Startup Success and Failure
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneurial Evolution: Overcoming Business Hurdles and Attaining Startup Triumphs with the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast.Welcome aboard to a...
Sexism in the Start-up Ecosystem
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the ‘Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast’. Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel draw your attention, in this episode, ...
Turning Ideas into Reality: A Guide for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Alan Clarke and Bhairav Patel in this enlightening episode of The Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast as they unpack the various dimensions...
The Fascinating Formula for Change Management
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another intriguing episode of The Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast. Our guests for this episode are Bhairav Patel and Alan Clarke w...
Mastering the Art of Startup Hiring
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we discuss the importance of hiring the right people for a business. We call upon the wisdom of Adib Bamieh from Bamboo Orchard who s...
Founder Challenges: Role Clarity, Equity Divisions, and Investor Relationships
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real World Entrepreneurship Podcast, join Alan and Bhairav, as they traverse the often intimidating landscape of entrepreneursh...
In the Eye of the Storm: Survival Tactics for Startups Amid Economic Uncertainty
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav discuss the potential for a financial crisis and its implications for those starting up a business. They note that t...
The Changing Landscape of Startup Financing in 2023
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, the hosts Alan and Bhairav, discuss the changing face of early stage fundingGone are the days that a hockey stick graph in a pitch de...
Finding a co-founder
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many people start off solo but then realise quite quickly that they need a co-founder to help compliment them with the skills that they may not haveIn...
What legals do you need when starting up?
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we discuss the legals that are needed when creating your own businessWe go though the different types of documentation needed, what co...
What is really like to run your own business?
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Running a business is not for everyone and in this conversation Alan and Bhairav talk about the realities of running a businessWe talk about how found...
What tech do you need to get started?
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fourth season of "The Real World Unfairship Contracts" podcast focuses on the topic of starting a business and getting it up and running. In this ...
Founder Start-up Stories with Jan Cavelle
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are talking to author, speaker and mentor Jan Cavelle
What are the pros and cons of running my own business?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it all money and glory?Will you become a billionaire within the first year?Will investors shower you with money and you can retire in a few years?W...
What is the entrepreneur's journey?
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is it really like being an entrepreneur?What are the different stages of the journey and what should you know along the way?In this podcast Alan ...
Who can help me start my business?
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we talk about the different people that can help you start your business, we cover specific advisors such as legal and financia...
Should I start a business?
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A question that many people ask themselves on a daily basis - should I start a business?Well the answer to this is mixed, for some people the choice i...
Raise your business profile! Expert tips from Media Relations Trainer - Colin Kelly
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav are joined by Medial Relations Trainer Colin KellyColin talks about how business owners can obtain the maximum exposu...
Creating a winning strategy with 5 key questions
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Alan and Bhairav talk with Mark Farrar-Brown from Fit to LeadMark is a coach to CEOs of scaling businesses and in this podcast he shar...
How do you know if you have budgeted correctly?
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav talk about budgeting! How much should you be spending on different things?How do you know if it is too much or too l...
The Right Way to Approach Social Media
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav talk with Gary Ennis from NS DesignGary is the co-author of "Embrace the Space" and is a social media and digital ski...
What does "Resilience" really mean?
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Alan and Bhairav debate the meaning of the term "resilience" and whether there is such a thing and if it is a skill that can be learne...
Marketing in the Real World - Recent Lessons Learnt
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast Alan and Bhairav talk about Atom CTO's marketing journeyIt has been a number of years since Bhairav talked about his experience...
The UK is but a dot in the ocean
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a start-up founder are you thinking about your business from a global perspective? Do you look at what is going on overseas and take inspiration f...
Building Mission Driven Teams with Brant Cooper
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast you'll hear from Brant Cooper, author of a new book called Disruption ProofBrant is an exponent of mission driven teams where companie...
This too shall pass! How an events based business survived Covid and came out stronger
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Alan and Bhairav talk to Andy Connelly the founder of Coast Entertainment Coast Entertainment is a business that is based on live even...
You get the marketing team you deserve!
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast Alan and Bhairav discuss how to find and manage a marketing team that fits for your companyWhat we learn from this podcast is:T...
Courage, conservatism, culture and branding with Mark Drager
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Alan and Bhairav talk with entrepreneur, podcaster and YouTuber Mark DragerThis is a wide ranging podcast that covers the following qu...
Vision or Ambition?
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we talk about Vision - that word that comes up all the time when you're talking with investors, startup accelerators, mentors etcWhat ...
Why Communities Matter
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Alan discuss with Bhairav about communities and their importance to businessesWe discuss the following points:- How communities are r...
What is Bhairav up to?
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we started talking about community and ended up talking about what Bhairav is up to with his blockchain business....
What does "Investor Ready" really mean?
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does "investor ready" really mean?Do you need to have 1M in turnover before you can approach investors?In this podcast, Alan and Bhairav talk abo...
How to network effectively
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Alan and Bhairav talk about the power of networking, how to utilise it effectively and why its important for you and your business.We...
Risk vs Prudence - How do you find the balance?
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does slow and steady win the race or do successful entrepreneurs take the big risks to get the big rewards?In this episode Bhairav and Alan talk about...
What you need to know before you look for investment with Raymond Holt
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking to raise funding for your business? How prepared are you to have another entity looking over your shoulder in your business? In this ...
The Key Stages of Funding a Startup
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we attempt to demystify the terminology around funding rounds - what is the difference between pre-seed, seed, series AWhat is a Pre-S...
Building a multi-million pound manufacturing business in the 80s as a single mother
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Alan and Bhairav talk with entrepreneur, author and speaker, Jan Cavelle:https://jancavelle.co.uk/Jan has written the best sell...
Business Resolutions for 2022
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this year's first podcast, Alan and Bhairav talk about New Year's resolution for your business, how to review past year's performance and improve ...
Borrowing with Pride
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan and Bhairav talk about 'Borrowing with Pride' and how to take ideas that already exist and make them your own without breaking copyright or intel...
The Metaverse - What does it mean for my business?
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav ponder the metaverse and whether it is something that entrepreneurs and business owners should get involved with imme...
Should I quit my startup?
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is something we've all felt as entrepreneurs - should I carry on with my business or give up and do something else.In this podcast, Alan and Bhai...
Do you need and advisor?
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast you'll learn:- Can you have too many advisors?- Importance of understanding when you need help and what exactly you need help for?- Ar...
The Challenges of Scaling
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav talk about scaling, factors to consider while choosing partners and hiring. In this podcast you'll learn:...
Leadership vs Management
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav talk about leadership and management, the qualities to look out for and what it takes to excel as a leader and a man...
Creating a Go-to-Market Plan
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav talk about market plan and how to define one before entering a new market. In this podcast you'll learn:-...
The Art of Pitching
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav talk all about the art of pitching and what entrepreneurs need to keep in mind while preparing, delivering and getti...
What tech do you need when starting a business?
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alan and Bhairav talk about tech and what business owners need to think about when implementing technology into their companyIn this ...
How to write a pitch deck
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav talk all things "pitch deck"Both Alan and Bhairav outline the slides described by Guy Kawasaki in his post, "The only...
Curve Balls
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when life throws you a curve ball?The regular listeners may have noticed that we haven't published an episode for some time and that wa...
Marketing 102: How to get your message out there
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We often get asked by entrepreneurs what the best way is to advertise on a budget. In this week's podcast Alan and Bhairav discuss:How do you execute...
Burnout
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Burnout is a real phenomenon but its not always well understood:How do you know you are burnt out?What should you do if you are beginning to felt burn...
Marketing 101 for early stage entrepreneurs
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Marketing is a crucial part of any business and there are hundreds of companies out there that can help early stage founders with marketing, however, ...
Thinking of expanding overseas? Learn from our experience
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav discuss their experiences of entering new overseas markets and the different approaches you can takeIn this podcast w...
Founder Isolation: It is real but you can overcome it
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Founder isolation. It is a real phenomenon and something that can be quite crippling for an entrepreneur during the early stages of starting a new bu...
Work Life Balance - Is there such a thing?
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Alan and Bhairav go searching for that mythical beast called "Work Life Balance"Is there such a thing? Can you truly switch of...
The Accidental Entrepreneur: Starting a Production Company on the World Poker Tour
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav talk with Hassan Peymani who with a group of friends, left school and joined the World Poker TourHassan was not a gre...
Robert Flint: Startup legal advice from a lawyer turned entrepreneur
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast we're talking to Robert Flint from Adviserly.ioRobert is a lawyer turned entrepreneur and in this podcast we talk to Robert abo...
Building Business Resilience
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Bhairav and Alan discuss the concept of business resilience:What do we mean by business resilience?What is the difference between busi...
Does your business need funding?
27 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav talk about what you need to think about if you are going to seek funding to grow:What do we mean by financing vs fund...
Tips on Taking Your Product to Market
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Alan and Bhairav discuss the things you need to know before you launch your idea and the steps you need to take in order to test it in...
What to know when choosing a co-founder
06 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Alan and Bhairav talk about the things you need to make sure you keep in mind when bringing a co-founder on board:Start by understandi...
10 Things You Should Know Before You Start Hiring
20 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan and Bhairav talk about the top things entrepreneurs should know before the embark on hiring their first employees. The top tips ...
Conversation with a Serial Intrapreneur
13 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, you read that correctly, this week we're talking to Ciaran O'Toole, a serial Intrapreneur about what intrapreneurship really means, the different...
10 Things New Business Owners Should Know When Running a Business
30 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we run through our top 10 things first time business owners should know when running a business which as as follows:Get the legals in ...
What you should know before starting your business
09 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Alan and Bhairav give advice to budding entrepreneurs about what they think they should know before the embark on the journey to start...
The Enterpreneur's Christmas Wishlist
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast Alan and Bhairav discuss what should be on every entrepreneur's wish list to Santa for Christmas
Real world entrepreneurship stories - Sanjay Rakshit, from academia to commerce and back again
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of people move from academia in to start ups. But not many then move on to corporate life...and then back to academia. In this episode Alan and...
Real world entrepreneur stories - Svetjlana from Resonate
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's it like to grow and international business from Croatia? Join Alan and Bhairav as they meet Svjetlana Vukic and her about her story growing Re...
Real world entrepreneur stories - Moose from Primordial Radio
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bon Scott may have sang that rock and roll ain't noise pollution, but how do you go about building a business when the people who love your product ar...
Successfully scaling your business - the biggest challenge of all
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Bhairav and Alan discuss the growing pains that every large business must inevitably endure.
Real world entrepreneur stories - Emma from Kesero
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we hear from Emma McConalogue founder of Kesero, a community sharing app for people to share their many and qualities for mutual ...
The folly of short-termism
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Good things come to those that wait", so why do so many entrepreneurs struggle to see beyond the short-term and why does that end up causing so many ...
Pivoting?, or just bad startegy?
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Pivoting seems almost to be an essential feature of entrepreneurial life. But is it simply symptomatic of a lack of solid strategic planning before t...
The real world frustrations of running a start up
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Bhairav and Alan discuss their experiences running start-up businesses, and why its not all plain sailing
A CTO's view of marketing
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of Real World Entrepreneurship Bhairav shares his view for the CTO's seat of Marketing while Alan, with 25years hands on Marketi...
Is Business Consulting broken?
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the first episode of our new podcast as we discuss business consulting and ask is it broken?
Should I start a business?
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Its the most fundamental question every entrepreneur must ask themslves. Is it nature?, or is it nurture?