First Minister Michelle O'Neill, is a champion for inclusivity and progress. From her humble beginnings as a councillor to her historic appointment as First Minister, Michelle's journey is both inspiring and enlightening.

Michelle first entered elected politics back in 2005 when she was elected as a councillor. In 2007, she was also elected as an MLA and in 2010 became the first female mayor of Dungannon and South Tyrone.

In Stormont, Michelle has served as a Minister for Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Minister of Health and Deputy First Minister.

Since 2017, Michelle has been Vice-President of Sinn Féin and in February 2024 she became First Minister of the Executive, having waited nearly two years to take up office.

Reflecting on her recent appointment as First Minister, Michelle opens up about the personal significance of this milestone, both for herself and her family. She reaffirms her dedication to representing and advocating for all communities, underscoring the pivotal role inclusivity plays in her leadership.

Addressing pressing issues facing Northern Ireland, Michelle outlines her priorities for the Executive, from supporting businesses and addressing childcare challenges to delivering vital infrastructure projects like the A5. She emphasises the imperative of staying connected with constituents and the business community, fostering dialogue and collaboration to drive progress.

Michelle shares invaluable insights on building confidence, particularly in public speaking and offers practical advice on overcoming online abuse and negativity.

Social media emerges as a powerful tool as it enables her to connect with constituents and share her vision for a brighter future. She offers guidance to those grappling with finding their voice in the digital sphere, emphasising the importance of authenticity and perseverance.

Looking ahead, Michelle shares her vision for the future for both the business community and the country.

She ends the conversation by giving insights into her wellness practices, emphasising the importance of self-care amidst the demands of a high-profile leader.

An episode not to be missed!

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Mark Wright is an award-winning influential entrepreneur and digital marketing specialist who is widely known for his success in winning BBC’s The Apprentice. After winning Mark went on to find and develop one of the UK’s fastest growing digital marketing agencies, Climb Online, in partnership with Lord Sugar.

Climb Online is the most successful business founded by an Apprentice winner to date. It is renowned for its disruptive approach to digital marketing, working with household brands to scale growth and generate profit.

His success with Climb Online has led him to source and invest in businesses within the property investment, web development, public relations, hair and beauty and aviation sectors. He has also achieved huge success in these areas.

At the age of thirty-four, his journey has inspired Entrepreneurs globally, who regularly attend his public speaking engagements and motivational talks both across the UK and overseas.

In January 2017, Mark secured a prime spot on the Forbes 30 under 30 list, for his continuous impact on and dedication to the business sector and has since won many business awards

In June 2019 Mark launched his very own business conference, CLIMBCON, which welcomed hundreds of Business Owners and aspiring Entrepreneurs to learn from proven business leaders.

In November 2022, he sold Climb Online for a high seven-figure sum to the global digital group, xDNA. Making him the first Apprentice winner to complete a 3rd party exit.

In November 2023, Mark & his family relocated back to Australia where he now is based out of the Gold Coast, QLD. He is currently managing his worldwide business portfolio and expanding his investments in Australia.

In this episode, Mark shares what life looked like before The Apprentice, during it and what the experience with Lord Sugar has ultimately taught him.

He shares advice about goal setting and how powerful it can be, tips on saving money and why success has nothing to do with money.

Social Media, the positive and negative sides to it were discussed, building a profile and advice on daily time management.

An episode not to miss!

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Liz O’Hagan is a Community Pharmacist within the esteemed Meaghers Pharmacy Group. With a background in Integrative and Lifestyle Health, Liz plays a pivotal role in the implementation of Pharmacy 360, the latest initiative by Meagher’s Pharmacy Group.

Prior to her current role, Liz pursued her passion for being a ski instructor in Austria. However, her calling to the world of healthcare and making a difference brought her back to Ireland.

We hear how Liz was not coping well with having lots of ideas and ambition for doing things differently but felt like her job was not allowing her to reach her full potential. Do we stay in a role that doesn’t fulfil us or do we take the leap, take a chance, face the unknown and risk our “good job”? Liz bravely chose the latter and she shares with us the journey of taking risks, stepping outside conventional boundaries, and seizing life-altering opportunities

Liz explains what integrative health is and what its impending launch at Meagher’s Pharmacy will look like. She provides insights into what customers can expect from this groundbreaking approach.

Furthermore, Liz offers invaluable advice for individuals who harbour ambitions but are hesitant to pursue them due to fear of risk.

Discover how Liz navigated through uncertainties, embraced change and carved her path towards professional fulfilment, offering guidance for those seeking to do the same.

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Meagher’s Pharmacy: https://www.meagherspharmacy.ie/

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