How Paul Harkin Built “That Prize Guy” | The Business Behind Online Competitions

In this episode of The Natural Resilience Podcast, I sit down with Paul Harkin, better known as “That Prize Guy.”Paul is the founder of one of Northern Ireland’s most recognised brands.What began as a simple idea has grown into a hugely successful platform giving people the chance to win cars, cash, holidays, tech and life-changing prizes — while building a loyal community across social media.In this conversation, Paul opens up about the reality behind the viral success. We explore the entrepreneurial journey, the risks of starting something new, and the mindset required to keep showing up when the pressure is on.We talk about how Paul built That Prize Guy from the ground up, the lessons he has learned about business growth, and the resilience required to operate in an industry that is constantly evolving. Paul also shares insights into social media, building trust with customers, and the responsibility that comes with running a large online community.At its core, this episode is about belief, resilience and backing yourself when others might not yet see the vision.For founders, entrepreneurs and anyone building something of their own, Paul’s story is a powerful reminder that success rarely happens overnight. It is built through consistency, courage and the willingness to keep going when things get difficult.This is a conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, risk taking and building a modern digital business from Northern Ireland to a global audience.Topics discussed in this episode include:• Paul Harkin’s journey building That Prize Guy• The reality of running an online competition business• Social media growth and building a loyal audience• Risk, resilience and backing your ideas• Lessons for entrepreneurs and foundersIf you enjoy conversations about leadership, resilience, entrepreneurship and high performance, make sure to subscribe to the channel and follow The Natural Resilience Podcast.Watch the full conversation and hear Paul’s story in his own words.Subscribe and follow Natural Resilience for more conversations with founders, athletes and leaders who understand what it really takes to perform when the pressure is on.#PaulHarkin #ThatPrizeGuy #NaturalResilience #Entrepreneurship #Resilience #FounderMindset #BusinessSuccess #Leadership #Podcast #EntrepreneurLife