The Inner Entrepreneur

In this bitesize  episode, Paul sits down with Stacey Putka for a conversation about life at Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility. Together, they unpack the emotional impact of walking into a room full of men serving serious sentences and discovering something unexpectedly human — real presence, eye contact, openness, and a level of vulnerability that challenged every stereotype. Links to full episode:  https://youtu.be/kiIAbi4h-sE?si=i0ovlqetG-nh-6SK   https://open.spotify.com/episode/6LyZ5vAkKhMov2CawfZTNI?si=gdU4jddpRNGG5U_o16q0SA   Stacey explains why she founded Breakthrough: because punishment alone doesn’t create healing, accountability, or safer communities. They tackle the hardest question head-on — are some people simply “bad”? — and Stacey offers a deeper framework: holding two truths at once (real harm was done, and real change is possible), while prioritizing accountability and protecting future victims through transformation.   About the Guest; Stacey Poka is the founder and Executive Director of Breakthrough, a U.S.-based nonprofit that delivers transformational programming inside prisons and provides practical, emotional, and community support after release. https://timetobreakthrough.org/about-us/   About the Host: Paul Ryan is a mentor,  eight-figure CEO and the host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast, where he explores what’s really going on beneath the surface of success — purpose, identity, values, leadership, and the inner work that shapes the outer results.  https://pauljryan.net/   Work with Paul: Paul works with seasoned entrepreneurs to clarify what’s next and align their life and business around what matters most.  https://pauljryan.net/

In this episode of The Inner Entrepreneur, Paul sits down with leadership coach, speaker, author, and recovery advocate Dr. Liz Dubois-Erskine to explore the hidden pressures that shape leadership, identity, confidence, and success. Drawing on her work with high-performing leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives, Liz shares why so many capable people feel held back—not by a lack of skill or ambition, but by the stories they carry about who they are allowed to be.   About the guest: Dr. Liz Dubois-Erskine is a leadership coach, speaker, podcast host, and author focused on helping leaders break through internal barriers that limit their impact. https://drlizdubois.com/   About the host: Paul Ryan is CEO of Temple Group and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. pauljryan.net Key Topics Discussed Why pressure reveals who we really are The difference between authentic leadership and performative leadership How insecurity shows up differently for men and women The hidden cost of constantly seeking approval Why many women struggle with deservingness and self-belief Leadership, confidence, and societal conditioning The relationship between money, power, and decision-making How family systems influence leadership behaviour Why successful people often feel held back by invisible ceilings The importance of healing old stories and limiting beliefs What prevents leaders from stepping fully into their potential How authenticity creates stronger leadership and healthier businesses Memorable Insights "Pressure doesn't create character—it reveals it." "For many women, insecurity feels like protection. For many men, insecurity feels like an obstacle." "The goal isn't to become fearless. The goal is to move forward anyway." "Authentic leadership begins when you stop performing and start being yourself." "The stories that once protected us often become the very things that hold us back."   In This Episode You Will Learn Why leadership challenges are often internal rather than external How cultural programming shapes confidence and self-worth The role that authenticity plays in high-performance leadership Why approval-seeking limits growth and decision-making How power dynamics influence leadership and relationships Practical ways to challenge limiting beliefs and expand your potential Why healing old emotional patterns can unlock business growth If You Enjoyed This Episode If this conversation resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend or colleague. Every share helps us reach more entrepreneurs seeking greater purpose, prosperity, and fulfilment in both business and life.  

In this episode, Paul sits down with leadership author and culture-change advocate Kyle McDowell to unpack a hard truth: many “successful” corporate environments are quietly toxic—and leaders often help create the very dysfunction they later complain about.    Kyle shares how, after decades in senior Fortune-level roles leading tens of thousands of people, he hit a point of apathy, burnout, and personal cost that forced a reckoning. The turning point wasn’t a new strategy—it was a new way of leading: human connection, real accountability, and the courage to stop rewarding fear-based results-at-all-costs leadership.   About the Guest Kyle McDowell is a leadership speaker, consultant, and author of Begin With We, best known for his “10 We’s”—a set of behavioral principles designed to build cultures of accountability, trust, and excellence.  https://kylemcdowellinc.com/   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and podcaster.  https://pauljryan.net/   Work With Paul  You can book a discovery call with Paul here:  👉 https://calendly.com/inner-entreprene...

About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan   In this episode of The Inner Mentor Series, Paul shares the remarkable story of how, as a young man in his twenties, he won his dream car—a brand-new red Mercedes. For months he had visualised owning the car. He had a photograph of it pinned to the wall of his tiny office and spent countless hours imagining what it would feel like to drive it. Then, against all odds, he won one. But what happened next surprised him. Within days, Paul realised that the Mercedes wasn't what he really wanted. What he wanted was something much deeper: to become the kind of person who could afford a Mercedes, rather than simply own one by chance. This episode explores the difference between having and becoming, the power of intention, visualisation, identity, and why the future you create is often shaped by the person you choose to become. Whether you're building a business, pursuing financial freedom, improving your health, or strengthening your relationships, this conversation offers a simple practice that can help bring greater clarity and focus to the direction of your life. In This Episode The surprising story of winning a brand-new Mercedes in his twenties Why owning the car wasn't what Paul really wanted The difference between having something and becoming the person capable of creating it Why visualisation works differently than most people think The role intention plays in shaping your future The daily practice Paul has used for years to stay aligned with what matters most How to create greater clarity around your goals, aspirations, and future direction A simple exercise you can begin today Key Takeaways Success is often more about identity than achievement. The things we chase are frequently symbols of something deeper. Visualisation is most powerful when combined with action and personal growth. The goal is not simply to have more, but to become more. Clarity and intention can dramatically influence the direction of your life.  

In this episode of The Inner Entrepreneur, Paul chats with Bron Watson about resilience, healing, adversity, and the life-changing lessons that emerged from two cancer diagnoses. A nurse educator, entrepreneur, and founder of The Serenity Project, Bron shares how a successful business, built through hard work and relentless effort, ultimately led her to question the cost of achievement when it comes at the expense of health and wellbeing. Together, Paul and Bron explore the difference between resilience and relentlessness, the importance of rest, the power of intuition, and how to find peace in the midst of uncertainty. They discuss why healing is about more than medicine, how to navigate fear without being consumed by it, and what it means to become the CEO of your own health and life. This is a powerful conversation about courage, acceptance, personal responsibility, and discovering serenity when life doesn't go according to plan. About the Guest Bron Watson is a nurse educator, entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of The Serenity Project.  About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/ Topics Discussed Bron's journey through breast cancer and incurable blood cancer The hidden cost of hustle culture Why entrepreneurs ignore their intuition Resilience versus relentlessness The importance of rest for healing and wellbeing Learning to live with uncertainty The power of "Let It Be" Navigating fear without falling into it Becoming the CEO of your own health The connection between mindset and healing Why gratitude and grief can coexist Finding serenity in the face of adversity Building a life aligned with what truly matters Creating The Serenity Project and its mission

In this bitesize episode, Paul sits down with entrepreneur and author Fred Joyal to challenge one of the biggest myths about confidence: that you need it before you act. Drawing on his journey from painful introversion to building and leading a nationwide business for nearly three decades, Fred explains why boldness isn’t a personality trait — it’s a learnable skill built through action, discomfort, and repetition. The conversation explores why so many people hesitate to speak up, put themselves forward, or fully express who they are — and how that hesitation quietly limits careers, relationships, and fulfilment. From the confidence crisis facing younger generations to the comfort-seeking traps adults fall into, Fred breaks down why bold action must come first, how small low-stakes courage rewires behaviour, and why the regret people carry later in life is rarely about what they did — but what they never tried.   About the Guest Fred Joyal is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and author of Boldness: How to Go from Under-Confident to Charismatic in 90 Days. He founded and led a nationwide advertising and referral business for dentists for nearly three decades, serving as CEO for 27 years before its successful exit.   About the Host Paul Ryan is an eight-figure CEO, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast.    Work With Paul Paul works with seasoned entrepreneurs helping them clarify what’s next and align their life and business around what truly matters.   🔗 Book a discovery call with Paul: https://pauljryan.net  

In this Inner Mentor episode, Paul reflects on a remarkable true story of courage and sacrifice. When skydiving instructor Dave Hartsock realised that a catastrophic parachute failure would end in disaster, he made a split-second decision to place himself between his student and the ground, absorbing the full impact and leaving himself paralysed. Years later, when asked if he would do it again, his answer was simple: "Absolutely." But this episode is not really about skydiving. It is about the quieter forms of self-sacrifice that many of us make every day. Paul explores how people often abandon their own dreams, intuition, values, and desires in order to gain approval, avoid disappointment, or live up to the expectations of others. While most of us will never be called upon to make a heroic life-or-death sacrifice, many spend years sacrificing themselves in far less visible ways. Drawing on lessons from philosophy, personal development, and his own life experience, Paul challenges the belief that putting yourself first is selfish. Instead, he explores the difference between selfishness and self-care, and argues that the greatest service we can offer the world is to become the fullest expression of who we truly are. This episode is a reminder to trust your own inner voice, honour your values, and have the courage to live your life according to your own truth. Key Takeaways The difference between self-sacrifice and self-abandonment. Why seeking approval often pulls us away from our authentic path. The distinction between selfishness and healthy self-care. How living according to your values serves both yourself and others. Why other people's opinions should not dictate the direction of your life. The courage required to trust your intuition and follow your own path. Dr. John Demartini's "Law of Lesser Pissers" and what it teaches about decision-making. Why becoming fully yourself may be the greatest contribution you can make. Memorable Quote "The greatest contribution you can make isn't becoming somebody else. It's becoming fully yourself." About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode of The Inner Entrepreneur, Paul chats with David Homan to explore what it really means to be a "super connector" and why relationships—not transactions—are often the hidden force behind opportunity, fulfilment, and success.  Drawing from his own journey of arriving in New York with no influential network and building a global community spanning thousands of people across dozens of countries, David shares how generosity, curiosity, vulnerability, and trust can transform both business and life. About the Guest David Homan is a composer, classical pianist, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of Orchestrating Connection. He is the founder of a global community of connectors spanning multiple countries and industries, helping people build meaningful relationships rooted in trust, generosity, and service.  About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/   Topics Discussed What a "Super Connector" really is Why networking often fails Building trust before asking for anything The difference between community and transactions How introverts can become powerful connectors Grief, vulnerability, and authentic leadership Why generosity creates opportunity The hidden value of introductions Parenting, legacy, and showing up for those who matter most How to build meaningful relationships in business and life

In this bitesize episode, Paul sits down with clinical psychotherapist and author Dr. Colman Noctor to explore what’s really happening beneath the surface of modern mental health—particularly for children, teenagers, and young adults.    Drawing on nearly 30 years of clinical experience, Colman explains why anxiety has dominated the last decade, and why loneliness is now emerging as a serious and growing issue.    They unpack how technology, the loss of unstructured play, and the erosion of community have left many young people without the foundational social skills previous generations absorbed naturally through everyday connection. About the Guest: Dr. Colman Noctor is a clinical psychotherapist who has worked extensively with children, adolescents, and young adults for almost three decades.  http://colmannoctor.com/   About the Host:  Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and podcaster. https://pauljryan.net/   Work With Paul: Paul works with seasoned entrepreneurs to clarify what’s next and align their life and business to what matters most. You can book a discovery call with Paul here:  https://pauljryan.net/

In this Inner Mentor episode, Paul reflects on an unexpected conversation What began as a routine journey—headphones on, laptop open, focused on work—turned into a powerful reminder about life, ageing, success, and what truly matters.  After striking up a conversation with an elderly gentleman and his wife, Paul found himself listening to stories of love, loss, friendship, adventure, and gratitude. The encounter prompted a deeper reflection on the reality that one day, if we're fortunate, we will all grow old and look back on the lives we've lived. Drawing on insights from Bronnie Ware’s The Five Regrets of the Dying, Paul explores the dangers of living according to other people's expectations and the cost of working too hard at the expense of relationships, health, and experiences. This episode is a reminder that while building a successful business is worthwhile, it should never come at the expense of building a meaningful life. About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode Paul chats with entrepreneur, adventurer, and founder of Wayfinders, Mike Brcic. After building and scaling a successful adventure travel business, Mike found himself facing a question that many entrepreneurs eventually encounter: What happens when you achieve everything you thought you wanted and still feel something is missing?  The conversation explores the tension between external success and inner fulfilment, why so many entrepreneurs continue chasing “more” long after they have enough, and how discomfort often becomes the doorway to transformation.  Mike shares the lessons he learned from scaling a business that was no longer aligned with who he was becoming, and why he believes the most important question we can ask is not “What should I do?” but “Is this right for me?”   About the Guest Mike Brcic is the founder of Wayfinders: https://www.mikebrcic.com/   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast, helping high performers create true wealth—purpose, prosperity, and freedom—through mentorship and meaningful conversations. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this bite size episode Paul chats with Danny DelVecchio, a video content strategist and founder who helps entrepreneurs turn simple conversations into powerful content. Why do so many capable, experienced entrepreneurs freeze the moment a camera is switched on? In this conversation, Danny explains that the problem isn't a lack of expertise or confidence—it's the mistaken belief that video requires a performance.  Paul and Danny explore how trust is built in today's digital world, why authenticity beats perfection, and how content allows potential clients to feel like they already know you before ever speaking with you.. About the Guest Danny is a video content strategist who helps entrepreneurs, consultants, and business owners create authentic content that builds trust, credibility, and connection with their audience.  About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/  

In this Inner Mentor episode, Paul reflects on an evening spent watching Christopher Cross perform live in Dublin and the unexpected lesson it revealed about success, authenticity, and finding your tribe. Once one of the biggest music stars on the planet, Cross disappeared from the mainstream spotlight decades ago—or so most people assumed. Yet at 75 years of age, he is still touring, still creating, and still performing to devoted audiences around the world. Using Cross’s story as a lens, Paul explores a challenge many entrepreneurs face: the exhausting pursuit of universal approval. Whether in business, social media, relationships, or life itself, the temptation to be everything to everyone often comes at the cost of losing your own voice. This episode is a reminder that lasting success is rarely built through popularity. It is built through authenticity, consistency, and the courage to serve the people who genuinely value what you have to offer.   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/      

In this episode Paul chats with Norman Wolfe, founder of the Living Organization Framework and author of The Living Organization, about one of the deepest questions both leaders and individuals face: Why do we get the results we get — and how do we create more of what we truly want?  Norman shares how his own curiosity around human behaviour led him to develop a framework built around three core forces — activity, relationships, and context — and explains why context is often the invisible driver behind both personal struggles and failed business strategies. Together, Paul and Norman explore ideas around unconscious habits, emotional states, awareness, culture, leadership maturity, and why most change initiatives fail because they focus on behaviour without changing the underlying story people are living inside. This is a thoughtful and deeply reflective conversation about consciousness, leadership, personal growth, and what it truly means to build a “living organization” rather than simply manage a machine.  About Norman Wolfe Norman Wolfe is a business strategist, leadership consultant, and creator of the Living Organization Framework. He works with leaders and organizations to help them rethink culture, strategy execution, leadership, and organizational transformation through a more human-cantered lens. He is the author of The Living Organization: Transforming Business to Create Extraordinary Results and the upcoming Leading the Living Organization. About the Host: Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this bitesize episode, Paul sits down with former Navy pilot and entrepreneur Mike Brown to redefine what “wealth” actually means—beyond money, status, and the endless chase for more. Mike shares how a wildly successful business exit didn’t deliver the happiness he expected, and how an “all-in” investment mistake later (losing $100k per month) forced him into a deep personal debrief: how did I get here, and what does a rich life really look like?  Together, they explore the entrepreneur’s “never enough” story, the fear of losing your edge through inner healing, and why true wealth is ultimately about freedom—health, relationships, time, mind, and soul. The conversation also touches privilege with real honesty, including the stark contrast between visiting a prison and then stepping into a life of extraordinary abundance—and what that reveals about freedom, choices, and the starting hands we’re dealt. About the Guest — Mike Brown Mike Brown is a former Navy pilot and entrepreneur who now helps founders and high achievers build what he calls “unbreakable wealth”—a richer definition of success rooted in freedom, alignment, and inner wellbeing.  Find Mike: unbreakablewealth.com Twitter/X & Instagram: @mbrownco Full Episode: https://youtu.be/hqjnjTdI7sg?si=_88LBcAvB6BcdtLW https://open.spotify.com/episode/7oQVL2XCHUTZ0GsmP66okY?si=yLQtMaQeTdGbGLtLmwyr3Q   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/

In the episode Paul explores why so many entrepreneurs walk away too early — chasing shortcuts, quick wins, and easier paths instead of developing the resilience required to build something meaningful. He reflects honestly on exhaustion, culture problems, leadership mistakes, and the realization that the business itself was never truly the problem. The real transformation came when he stopped asking, “How do I escape?” and started asking, “How do I build a business and life I actually want to be part of?” This episode is about endurance, self-awareness, culture, leadership, and becoming the person capable of creating the business — and life — you truly want. About the Host: Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode Paul chats with Lisa Broderick, entrepreneur, leadership advisor, and co-author of Permanence: Become the Person You Want to Be and Stay That Way alongside Marshall Goldsmith. The conversation explores why so many successful entrepreneurs and leaders eventually feel disconnected from themselves, despite achieving the success they once believed would fulfil them. Lisa shares insights from decades of leadership coaching and research, explaining how success often causes people to drift away from the person they originally intended to become. Paul and Lisa dive into the idea of “permanence” — not as perfection, but as a daily practice of staying aligned with your values, intentions, and the life you actually want to live. They unpack the power of awareness, the danger of unconscious success, and the surprisingly simple daily question framework that has helped leaders create meaningful personal transformation. The conversation touches on happiness, relationships, identity, leadership, self-awareness, accountability, and how small daily shifts can radically change the trajectory of your life. About the Guest Lisa Broderick is an entrepreneur, executive coach, leadership advisor, and co-author of Permanence: Become the Person You Want to Be and Stay That Way with Marshall Goldsmith.  https://permanencebook.com/   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/  

In this bitesize episode, Alan Gregerman challenges one of the most deeply held assumptions in business and leadership: that more knowledge always leads to better outcomes. Drawing on decades of experience working with organisations around the world, Alan explains why expertise can sometimes trap leaders inside old assumptions—and why real breakthroughs often come from not knowing. Rather than glorifying failure, he reframes innovation as a process of learning: testing ideas early, listening to customers, refining quickly, and staying humble enough to adapt as the world changes. About the Guest: Alan Gregerman is an innovation expert, speaker, consultant, and author of The Wisdom of Ignorance.    About the Host: Paul is a CEO, 8-figure business owner and mentor to successful entrepreneurs helping them design the life they'd love to live and the freedom they need to live it. 👉 Paul Ryan Official Website Work With Paul: You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 Book a Discovery Call with Paul Ryan :  https://calendly.com/inner-entrepreneur-podcast/discovery-call-with-paul-ryan?month=2026-05

In this episode of the Inner Mentor Series, Paul reflects on the life of Matthew Perry and the powerful lesson hidden beneath fame, wealth, and global success.  Despite becoming one of the most recognisable actors in the world through Friends, earning millions and achieving almost every dream imaginable, Perry openly admitted that success never gave him the peace, self-worth, or freedom from pain he hoped it would.  Paul explores the deeper truth behind addiction, achievement, and the relentless pursuit of “more” — and why so many entrepreneurs unknowingly use business, busyness, and success itself as a way to avoid sitting with difficult emotions. About the Host: Paul is a CEO, 8-figure business owner and mentor, helping successful entrepreneurs design the life they'd love to live and the freedom they need to live it. 👉 Paul Ryan Official Website Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 Book a Discovery Call with Paul Ryan

In this episode Paul chats with Ron Kmetovicz, author of Ghost Money: The Pathway to Financial Independence. Ron explains financial independence in simple, practical terms: multiple revenue streams, minimal debt, and the patience to build wealth over decades rather than chase quick wins. Together, Paul and Ron explore why so many people remain trapped living paycheck to paycheck, even as their income grows, and why financial freedom begins with behaviour long before it shows up in a bank account. This conversation is especially valuable for young people, parents, and anyone trying to build better financial habits. Ron shares his five-finger framework for financial independence: behaviours to avoid, behaviours to adopt, meaningful employment, prudent investing, and writing your own financial story. Paul and Ron discuss the power of starting early, investing consistently, avoiding lifestyle inflation, creating “ghost money,” and building the kind of freedom that allows you to live with greater autonomy, confidence, and peace. About the Guest: Ron Kmetovicz is the author of Ghost Money: The Pathway to Financial Independence. Website: ghostmoneythebook.com About the Host: Paul is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast, helping high performers create true wealth—purpose, prosperity, and freedom—through mentorship and meaningful conversations. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul: You can book a discovery call with Paul here:https://www.pauljryan.net/

Links to full episode: https://youtu.be/0es4ml82dmI?si=gikASlrvCHQoypkQ https://open.spotify.com/episode/32Ztc6DG87wOZnT3yQ8fcA?si=i86BGlehRUi44K-giN1sKg   In this bite size episode Paul chats with Gosia Wojciulewicz, emotional wellbeing coach and mentor, about the real starting point of change — not strategy, but emotion. This conversation reframes how growth actually happens. Gosia explains why most people fail when they try to change everything at once, and how the nervous system resists rapid transformation. Instead, she makes the case for small, consistent shifts — daily habits that compound into meaningful, lasting breakthroughs. About the Guest Gosia Wojciulewicz is an emotional wellbeing coach and mentor who helps individuals understand, regulate, and work with their emotions as a foundation for meaningful change.  About the Host:  Paul is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast, helping high performers create true wealth—purpose, prosperity, and freedom—through mentorship and meaningful conversations. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/   Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this deeply personal Inner Mentor episode, Paul reflects on a moment that stopped him in his tracks — finding an old poster during home renovations, signed by his young sons over 25 years ago. The message on the front was simple but confronting: 100 years from now, it won’t matter what you owned… only the impact you had on a child’s life. That moment sparks an honest look back. Not a perfect story — but a real one. The tension between building a business and being present as a father. The missed moments. The lessons learned. And the decision that followed — to make sure his calendar reflected what truly mattered. Paul explores the idea of true wealth — not just prosperity, but prosperity with purpose, and the freedom to live life on your own terms. He shares how so many entrepreneurs achieve financial success, yet quietly sacrifice the very things they started for — family, health, relationships, and time. At its core, this episode asks a simple but uncomfortable question: Do your priorities match how you actually live your life? Because in the end, you don’t get to go back. This is a powerful reminder to pause, reflect, and make sure the life you’re building is one you’ll be proud to look back on. About the Host: Paul is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast, helping high performers create true wealth—purpose, prosperity, and freedom—through mentorship and meaningful conversations. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode Paul chats with Mark Pentecost, entrepreneur, philanthropist, bestselling author, and former school teacher who built a billion-dollar enterprise. Paul digs into the real transformation behind Mark’s success — not just “how he did it,” but who he had to become.  https://pentecostgroup.com/life-of-your-dreams-book/   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. https://pauljryan.net/   Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this bite size episode Paul chats with Fuschia Sirois, psychologist and researcher in emotion regulation and procrastination. This conversation cuts through one of the most misunderstood behaviours in modern life: procrastination. Rather than framing it as laziness or poor time management, Fuschia reframes it as something far more human — an emotional response. What looks like delay on the surface is often an attempt to avoid discomfort underneath. Whether it’s anxiety, self-doubt, fear of judgment, or old emotional associations, we tend to move away from tasks not because we can’t do them, but because of how they make us feel. The real issue isn’t the task — it’s the relationship we have with our own emotions. About the Guest Fuschia Sirois is a Professor of Social and Health Psychology whose research focuses on emotion regulation, procrastination, and how our internal emotional world shapes behaviour.  https://fuschiasirois.com/ About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this Inner Mentor episode Paul challenges the idea that lack of time is the real problem for most entrepreneurs. He explores how busyness can become a distraction from the truth — and how many people spend years working hard without actually moving forward. This episode goes beneath productivity and into awareness, asking whether we are truly progressing or simply repeating the same patterns in a different form. Paul breaks down the difference between external success and internal growth, and why real progress begins with honesty. He explores the power of quiet reflection, intentional focus, deep work, and recovery — and how one courageous decision can shift the direction of your life. This is a grounded, direct reminder that meaningful change doesn’t come from doing more, but from doing what truly matters. About the Host  Paul is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast, helping high performers create true wealth—purpose, prosperity, and freedom—through mentorship and meaningful conversations.  https://pauljryan.net/   Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode Paul chats with Ginny Priem, author, speaker, coach, and creator of the Unsubscribe framework.  What begins as a conversation about letting go soon opens into something much deeper: how people stay too long in jobs, relationships, family dynamics, and patterns of thinking that are quietly draining their energy, peace, and sense of self.  Ginny explains her four-part framework — manage, swap, mute, and block — and shows how unsubscribing is not about acting impulsively or cutting everything off, but about making more intentional choices about what we allow into our lives. About the Guest Ginny Priem is an author, speaker, coach, and podcast host whose work focuses on helping people reclaim their time, energy, and boundaries.  https://ginnypriem.com/ About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast.    👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

  Links to Fill Episode: https://youtu.be/bVAC2VMczKI?si=Blm4qolIVKxPh3Pl https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JbYHVczkxns21mLUQ9IDn?si=N3cHqKqOTOyxAukbV2AREg   In this bite size episode Paul chats with Sherry Walling, clinical psychologist and co-author of Exit Strategy, exploring the hidden emotional cost of entrepreneurial success—particularly what happens after the exit. What looks like the ultimate win on paper—wealth, freedom, achievement—often leaves founders facing something far more confronting: a loss of identity, purpose, and direction. Sherry shares how many entrepreneurs quietly experience depression, relationship breakdowns, and deep existential questioning at the very moment they expected fulfillment. When the business that once structured your days and defined who you are disappears, the question becomes unavoidable: Who am I now—and what actually matters? About the Guest Sherry Walling is a clinical psychologist, speaker, and co-author of Exit Strategy, a book that explores the emotional and psychological impact of selling a business.  About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/    

In this episode Paul brings things back to something deceptively simple — but quietly powerful. Most people say they want a better life… a better business… better relationships. But very few ever stop long enough to define what “better” actually looks like. And without that clarity, it’s easy to drift. In this short Inner Mentor reflection, Paul shares a practical way to break that cycle — a simple three-question framework you can apply to any area of your life. Not as a grand plan, but as a way to create direction, awareness, and momentum. Because real change doesn’t come from overhauling everything at once… It comes from seeing clearly where you are, deciding where you want to go, and taking one honest step forward. This episode is a reminder that progress isn’t complicated — but it does require intention. The 3 Questions What is my vision here? What does “great” actually look like? Where am I now? Be honest. What is one small step I can take? About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode, Paul chats with Kris Land to explore the unexpected spiritual journey behind The Infinity Within—a deeply personal book written by a lifelong tech entrepreneur. Kris shares how selling his first software company at just 17 brought rapid success… and an equally rapid emotional crash. Having achieved everything he thought he was supposed to achieve, he found himself in a depression that forced him to confront far deeper questions: What is a soul? Why are we here? What is our purpose? About the Guest Kris Land is a serial entrepreneur and author. He began in technology at a young age, founded and exited multiple ventures (including one IPO), and is the author of The Infinity Within, a spiritual exploration of the soul, purpose, and the deeper design behind human experience. About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://calendly.com/inner-entrepreneur-podcast/discovery-call-with-paul-ryan

Links to full episode: https://youtu.be/udfpiEYCrvo?si=2aLRuBFJaeWnIzaQ https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kfIxLGvCY8rLoFuYUag5e?si=cjExvHxKSiKQ96S_4JyiEw   In this bitesize episode, Paul sits down with high-performance coach Enda McNulty to explore what it really means to perform under pressure – not just on the pitch in front of 80,000 people, but in the boardroom, in a hospital corridor, or at your kitchen table having a hard conversation with someone you love.   About Enda McNulty: Enda McNulty has over 35 years of experience coaching elite performance in sports, business and more, he’s the CEO of McNulty , a thriving training organisation https://mcnultyperformance.com/   Work With Paul:   www.pauljryan.net      

In this Inner Mentor episode, Paul explores a simple but uncomfortable truth: most of what we want in life sits on the other side of something we’re avoiding. Not because we lack opportunity, but because we lack the courage to face what feels difficult—whether that’s a conversation, a decision, or even an honest admission to ourselves. Drawing on personal experience, Paul reflects on the moments that shaped his life—from a health scare at 40 to a powerful shift in perspective after stepping through fear—and how those turning points weren’t driven by strategy, but by courage. He also shares a recurring pattern he sees in high-performing entrepreneurs: outward success paired with inner misalignment, where people feel stuck in lives they’ve outgrown but don’t yet have the courage to change. About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/   Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode, Paul sits down with Anne-Marie Zanzal for a deeply human conversation about what it really costs to tell the truth—especially when that truth arrives “later in life.” Anne-Marie shares her story of coming out at 52 after a 27-year marriage to a man, raising four children, and living what looked (from the outside) like the complete picture of success. What unfolds isn’t just a sexuality story—it’s a story of identity, conditioning, fear, and the moment a life stops fitting. From Catholic upbringing and internalized shame, to divinity school, hospice work, and the piercing question that finally cracked the door open—“What have you been waiting for your whole life?”—Anne-Marie brings listeners right into the emotional reality of change. About the Guest Anne-Marie Zanzal is a minister, coach, and the founder of Anne-Marie Zanzal Coaching, where she supports people—especially those coming out later in life—through the identity, fear, and transition work required to live fully and truthfully. Her work explores the psychological and cultural forces that keep people stuck, and gives clients a clear path through fear, learning, and growth. https://annemariezanzal.com/ About the Host Paul Ryan is an eight-figure CEO and the host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast, https://pauljryan.net/ Work with Paul: Paul works with seasoned entrepreneurs to clarify what’s next and align their life and business around what matters most. https://calendly.com/inner-entrepreneur-podcast/discovery-call-with-paul-ryan

Links to full episode: https://youtu.be/5n1ANvmTYPI?si=8qyMi-rQXqfeaLUB https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Yb2It1HrEjYfpwBFcCHx1?si=xmQlJpdwRRCrxvoFTagkLw   In this bite size episode Paul chats with Jerry Colonna, who explores what it really means to live with uncertainty, emotion, and impermanence in a world that often feels chaotic. Rather than trying to eliminate discomfort or “fix” turbulence, Jerry invites us to see life as both beautiful and difficult at the same time — like waves and ocean, inseparable. The conversation moves into a deeply human space: learning to stay present with fear, sadness, and uncertainty, not by avoiding them, but by allowing them fully. In doing so, we don’t become overwhelmed — we become more connected, more grounded, and more alive.   About the Guest Jerry Colonna is a renowned executive coach, former venture capitalist, and the founder of Reboot.io. He is widely known for his work with CEOs, founders, and leaders, helping them navigate the intersection of leadership, identity, and emotional well-being. Jerry is the author of Reboot and Reunion, where he explores radical self-inquiry, compassion, and the inner work required to lead and live with authenticity.   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://calendly.com/inner-entrepreneur-podcast/discovery-call-with-paul-ryan

In this episode of the Inner Mentor Series, Paul chats about a moment that changed everything—a cold January morning when he believed he was having a heart attack. Sitting at his desk, overwhelmed, exhausted, and on the edge, he was forced to confront a hard truth: the business he had worked so hard to build was now running him. What started as ambition and success had quietly turned into pressure, stress, and a life completely out of alignment. From that wake-up call came a shift—not just in how Paul ran his business, but in how he approached his life. In this episode, he shares the deeper lesson behind the experience and the seven steps that ultimately gave him his time, freedom, and clarity back. This is not about systems or quick fixes, but about taking ownership, building the right team, and designing a business—and a life—that actually works for you.   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode, Paul sits down with Jonathan Cave, who, by 40, had reached the “holy grail” of big-law success: a partner track that was about to culminate in senior partnership. From the outside it looked like the dream—money, status, the house in the suburbs of Geneva, a young family. But inside, Jonathan was falling apart: chronic stress, recurring back pain, anxiety in the simplest moments, and a life that felt more like performance than presence. When the offer came, it forced two questions he couldn’t unhear: Do I want it?… and Would I actually be happy and fulfilled if I take it? Nine months later, the answer was clear—so he walked away from the firm and from the legal world entirely. About the Guest Jonathan Cave is the founder of My Philosophy, where he works with high achievers around the world to help them align their inner world with their outer life. He is also the author of The Tree and the Mountain: Dare to Become.   Website: jonathancave.com About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

Full episode: https://youtu.be/8CTNmzVX1FA?si=W-S4er06qq4JOweq https://open.spotify.com/episode/7iTrVixuErDHxP5Io0UF5E?si=zgcdk0hpS0yDVnQSq-UaeA   In this bite size episode Paul chats with Karolina Rzadkowlska, alcohol-free coach and author. Karolina challenges one of the most normalised habits in modern life — social drinking — by exposing the quiet tension many people feel but rarely question. She shares her own journey from a “healthy during the week, undo it at the weekend” lifestyle to discovering that alcohol wasn’t enhancing her life, but masking a deeper lack of fulfilment. What looked like balance was actually a cycle of progress and setback, and once she stepped away, she began to see alcohol not as a reward, but as a distraction from a life that wasn’t fully aligned. The conversation goes deeper than just giving up alcohol. Karolina breaks down the beliefs many people hold — that alcohol relaxes you, boosts confidence, or makes socialising easier — and shows how these are often illusions rooted in biology and conditioning. For entrepreneurs especially, she reframes the question: not “Do I have a problem?” but “Is this still serving the person I’m becoming?” The real shift isn’t about restriction — it’s about awareness, identity, and building a life where you no longer need the escape.

In this episode of the Inner Mentor series, Paul challenges one of the most seductive ideas in entrepreneurship — the belief that you can build a business that runs itself. It’s the dream sold everywhere: step back, remove yourself from the day-to-day, and let systems do the work. But in reality, this belief leads more entrepreneurs into frustration, failure, and eventually being pulled back into the business they tried to escape. Paul shares the truth from decades of experience: businesses don’t run themselves — people run them. Real freedom doesn’t come from systems, it comes from building the right team, setting the right standards, and leading with clarity. This episode breaks down the critical difference between delegation and abdication, and why the entrepreneurs who get this right don’t disappear from their business — they evolve their role within it. About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/    

In this episode, Paul sits down with Jaclyn Orent— a “Cultural Catalyst”—to explore a radically different way of thinking about culture change. Instead of starting with “fix the organisation,” Jaclyn argues the real leverage point is the individual: the leader’s identity, consciousness, and inner state become the source code that ripples outward into teams, companies, and communities. Together they unpack what a Cultural Catalyst actually is, why identity-driven change creates “pull” instead of grind, and how culture transformation becomes possible when people move from fear/force into power/love—and stay willing long enough for new patterns to take root.   About the Guest: Jaclyn’s weekly Cultural Catalyst mastermind (and network info): culturalcontribution.com   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://calendly.com/inner-entrepreneur-podcast/discovery-call-with-paul-ryan

Links to full episode: https://youtu.be/mlsMwS3tfVY?si=CBWw4FiLQyveaNbo https://open.spotify.com/episode/30QqrmpkWiXnyclOEroqC8?si=Gp3Qe0CvTdCkYHxm21Mi9Q In this bitesize episode, Paul chats with Dr. Diana Dimitrova to explore why high performers often suppress intuition, how emotional disconnection shows up in leadership, and the real cost of building companies while losing connection to our inner compass. We discuss why intuition is not “soft” or irrational, but a form of intelligence we all have—and how it becomes even more valuable as AI accelerates. We talk about the emotional masks leaders wear, why vulnerability enhances credibility, and how to design cultures where people feel safe to speak up, learn, and grow. About the Guest Jerry Colonna is a renowned executive coach, former venture capitalist, and the founder of Reboot.io. He is widely known for his work with CEOs, founders, and leaders, helping them navigate the intersection of leadership, identity, and emotional well-being. Jerry is the author of Reboot and Reunion, where he explores radical self-inquiry, compassion, and the inner work required to lead and live with authenticity. About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://calendly.com/inner-entrepreneur-podcast/discovery-call-with-paul-ryan  

We've all been there — the email that makes your blood boil, the message you want to fire back instantly, the moment anger threatens to make your decisions for you. In this episode of the Inner Mentor Series, Paul shares a powerful personal story from a high-stakes multimillion euro deal, where one furious Saturday morning email nearly derailed everything. Instead of reacting, he paused — and what happened next changed how he makes decisions to this day. He walks through his simple four-step process for managing emotional responses in business, relationships, and life: Awareness — recognise the state you're in Pause — do nothing until you're calm Reframe — look at the situation with fresh eyes Respond — from a place of calm, not chaos If you've ever said something you couldn't take back, lost a deal, or damaged a relationship because you reacted in anger — this one's for you. "Decisions made in anger create chaos. Decisions made in calm create results." About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/  

In this episode, Paul sits down with Fergus Farrell, former rugby player, entrepreneur, and author of Rebuilding a Man, whose life changed in an instant on 26 October 2018. What began as a simple task—lifting a bench in his yard - ended in a catastrophic spinal cord injury that left Fergus paralysed from the waist down and in constant nerve pain. As Fergus recounts the day, what stands out isn’t just the physical trauma, but the mindset behind it: even while lying on the ground unable to move his legs, he was still directing staff and running his business. The conversation opens up a powerful reflection on entrepreneurship, masculinity, control, and the cost of never switching off—how success can quietly break a man long before the body finally forces him to stop. About the Guest: https://fergusfarrell.com About the Host: Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul: You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

Links to Full Episode: https://youtu.be/LJqHaTtCZrI?si=caUu1Xv7wcz97ctS https://open.spotify.com/episode/0if9FRU2ZmkU5yNGWp8Lj5?si=pQweB8lDSVqjQ2v_2h2ztg   In this bite size episode Paul chats with Dr Michael Keane, neuroscientist and performance psychologist, about how much of what we attribute to “luck” is actually driven by our internal state—specifically our attention, biases, and awareness.  Through simple but powerful examples, Dr Keane explains how our perception of the world shapes what we see (and miss), why we judge others more harshly than ourselves, and how our attention is constantly being pulled and manipulated in today’s environment. What feels external—bad luck, difficult people, stressful situations—is often rooted in how we’re wired to think and where we place our focus. About the Guest: https://www.drmichaelkeane.com/ About the Host: Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul: You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode of  Inner Mentor Series, Paul explores one of the most important questions in decision-making: how do you know when to trust your head, and when to trust your gut?  The conversation breaks down the relationship between instinct, logic, and wise decision-making and explains why your heart should help set the direction of your life, why your mind is best used to assess risk and execute well, and why a strong gut-level “no” should never be ignored.  This is a thoughtful conversation about learning to trust yourself, practicing intuition in small moments, and using both heart and head in the right order. About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode, Paul sits down with Fredrik Haren, known as “The Creativity Explorer,” to unpack what creativity actually is—and why so many smart, capable people mistakenly think they “aren’t creative.” Fredrik shares how his work evolved from being a creativity expert (having answers) to becoming a creativity explorer (living in questions), and how travelling across 75 countries changed his understanding of where ideas come from—and what blocks them.   About the Guest Fredrik Haren is a global keynote speaker and author focused on creativity, innovation, and change.  https://www.fredrikharen.com/   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/   Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/  

Links to Full Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KFPkOLRBxSgxMXfghNrMU?si=Mj7_WyevQS-ChGVtFJZuzA   https://youtu.be/H0WCxQWU7kY?si=cBkeGY2jlg9QwrFl   In this bite-size  episode of The Inner Entrepreneur,  Paul sits down with Niall O'Murchu , one of Ireland’s leading wellness and breathwork experts. With over 23 years’ experience in mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing, Niall is a Level 3 Wim Hof Method Instructor and the first Irish person to teach at the Wim Hof Academy. We explore how modern life keeps our nervous systems stuck in stress mode — and how simple practices like coherent breathing and cold exposure can reset your body and mind in minutes. ”   #Breathwork #ColdExposure #WimHof #Mindfulness #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Calm #Focus #TheInnerEntrepreneur #PaulRyan

In this episode of The Inner Entrepreneur – Inner Mentor Series, Paul shares the story of a decision that saved him from a €5 million mistake. At the height of Ireland’s Celtic Tiger, his profitable business was preparing to expand into a third warehouse with significant borrowing.  The numbers made sense and advisors confirmed the deal stacked up, but a quiet moment one evening forced Paul to question why he was taking on more risk when life was already good. Trusting that instinct, he walked away from the deal — a decision that proved critical when the global financial crisis hit just months later and his revenues dropped by over 55%. This episode explores the tension between logic and intuition, and why sometimes the most valuable voice in business is the quiet one inside you. About the Host: Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast - https://www.pauljryan.net/about/  Book a discovery:  https://www.pauljryan.net/

In this episode Paul chats with Jodi Scott, co-founder of Green Goo. When you build something from your kitchen table, you assume the biggest risks are competition, cash flow, or scaling too fast. Jody’s journey reveals a deeper vulnerability: what happens when success itself becomes unstable. Green Goo began as a family-built, plant-based alternative to chemical-heavy first aid — a product that had to win on efficacy before it could win on values. As the company scaled into major retail, Jody evolved from hands-on founder to leader responsible for culture, distribution, and strategic growth. About the Guest Jodi Scott is the co-founder of Green Goo, a plant-based first aid and body care brand focused on efficacy and clean ingredients. With a background in health psychology, she helped scale the company from farmer’s markets to major retail distribution. After a company sale and subsequent collapse, she led the 18-month effort to buy the brand back and rebuild. About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

Listen to the full episode: https://youtu.be/bX9Z3Z9TyOM?si=9eL8-ITA7FuUSrfX https://open.spotify.com/episode/6teqVLqXhKyapTIqR9jHJZ?si=ZPccKlY9Qv-6vYYHOl1gmg Guest: Dr. Chris Winter is a neurologist and sleep medicine specialist with decades of clinical experience. He’s the author of The Sleep Solution and The Rested Child, and host of the Sleep Unplugged podcast. He consults widely, including with elite athletes, on optimizing sleep for health, performance, and longevity. Host: Book a discovery call with Paul here: https://www.pauljryan.net/

Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here:  https://www.pauljryan.net/   In this Inner Mentor episode, Paul reflects on his recent conversation with billionaire entrepreneur Mark Pentecost. Mark’s journey didn’t begin with a billion-dollar vision — it began with a simple goal: earning an extra $500 a month for his family. Paul explores what that small dream reveals about ambition, belief, and why dreaming is a muscle most people stop using.

In this episode, Paul sits down with Dr. Travis Parry to explore how one life-altering moment can completely reset your priorities—and your future. Travis shares how losing his father forced a deeper question: what kind of person do I need to become to live a life that truly matters? That reflection ultimately reshaped Travis’s work from traditional financial advising into a broader “legacy life planning” approach—one that integrates health, relationships, spirituality, and meaning alongside money.   About the Guest Dr. Parry author of Achieving Balance and Marry and Grow Rich. https://www.balancedgrowthinc.com/ About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast.  Book a discovery call with Paul: https://pauljryan.net/