How to Identify New Business Opportunities in the Market

How to Identify New Business Opportunities in the Market

Author: Michael Georgiou: Imaginovation, Co-founder, Tech Entrepreneur, Podcaster, Influencer April 28, 2021 Duration: 1:06:45
In this episode of Tales from the PROS, I talk with Norman Crowley, who is a successful serial entrepreneur, and the Founder and CEO of Crowley Carbon.  Norman was listed among one of Ireland's top entrepreneurs and was nominated in the 2011 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year. He has successfully grown numerous businesses from start-up to millions in annual sales through effective business planning, creative sales techniques, and innovative marketing.  Norman is a visionary, and a great businessman known for his passion for excellence, integrity, and motivational leadership. He is also known to solve problems and provide a positive impact on our planet. We talk about Norman’s entrepreneurial journey, how to find new business opportunities and gaps in the market, and how to bootstrap and scale a company. Don't Miss: 1. How did Norman start his first company at the age of 15 - 03:50 2. Why the climate change messaging needs to be changed - 19:30 3. How to build a great team and scale up your business - 42:55   Listen and Subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-the-pros/id1371067192   Topics We Discuss: 1. Norman's inspiring story of how he got to where he is today 2. Finding opportunities and gaps in the market and creating successful companies 3. Strategies and advice on how to scale a company 4. The future of energy and technology 5. Tough challenges and obstacles and how he overcame them 6. What makes a great business leader 7. Norman defines his story in "one word"   Follow Norman Crowley:  Website: https://www.crowleycarbon.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/normancrowley1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norman-crowley-4b075841/   Follow Me and Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/mgeorgiou22

Hosted by Michael Georgiou, co-founder of the award-winning software development company Imaginovation, Tales From The PROS offers a rare look behind the curtain of the tech industry. Alongside Director of Growth Eric Lawrence, Michael facilitates candid discussions that move beyond theory to focus on the practical, often messy realities of building a business with technology. This podcast is built on the premise that the most valuable insights come from lived experience, not textbooks. You'll hear unfiltered stories about what actually works and what doesn't, covering the strategic decisions and unexpected hurdles that define the entrepreneurial journey. The conversations are designed to demystify the process of creating digital products and services, providing actionable lessons for founders, executives, and innovators. The goal is to translate complex technical concepts into clear business advantages, helping listeners make informed decisions without the common pitfalls. Tune in for a direct, no-fluff dialogue that prioritizes real-world application over abstract ideas, all grounded in the hosts' own professional trials and successes. It's a resource for anyone looking to leverage technology effectively, offering perspective and clarity directly from the field.
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