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Luke Tobin's Entrepreneurial Journey

Eldin and Luke Tobin had a conversation about Luke's work and entrepreneurial journey. Eldin introduced Luke as the founder of Tobin Capital, who started his first business with a few hundred pounds and grew it into an 8-figure exit. Luke shared his inspiration and experiences, and Eldin invited him to share his current work and offerings with the audience. They discussed Luke's newsletters, videos, and social media content, which provide high-value information. Luke also mentioned his living situation, splitting time between the UK and Lisbon, Portugal.

Entrepreneurial Journey and Business StructuringLuke discussed his entrepreneurial journey, having started eight businesses with four successful exits. He emphasized the importance of adding value to others and fixing problems through business. Eldin highlighted the difference between a business and a solo-entrepreneur, noting that a business can scale and become valuable over time, while a solo-entrepreneur is limited by their time and earning potential. They also discussed the importance of structuring a business from the beginning to be attractive to potential buyers or investors.

Tobin Capital's Disruptive VC Approach

Eldin and Luketobin discussed the unique approach of Tobin Capital, a business that aims to disrupt traditional VC models by providing not only financial support but also expert consultancy to help businesses scale and exit successfully. Luketobin emphasized the importance of adding value beyond just cash, by joining the board and providing guidance to avoid costly mistakes in the early stages of a business. He also highlighted the company's focus on supporting businesses that are disrupting industries or challenging the status quo. Eldin agreed with Luketobin's approach, noting that it could significantly increase the chances of a business succeeding. They also discussed the process for potential businesses to apply for Tobin Capital's support, which includes a guided questionnaire on their website.

Luke Tobin — Service-based Business Growth & Exit Specialist. Strategic Advisor & Entrepreneur.I partner with ambitious service-based business entrepreneurs and agency founders to optimise their operations, accelerate growth, and engineer successful exits. My approach is built on real experience – having scaled and sold my own businesses, including building teams across 8 countries. Learn more about my journey.