In this episode, we dive into what enterprise truly means — the proactive drive to bring ideas to life for the benefit of individuals, communities, and the wider economy.

Diverse Motivations – Why do people start businesses? From the pursuit of independence to solving social problems, we unpack the drivers behind entrepreneurship.

The Innovator’s Toolkit – Explore the core competencies of successful innovators: creativity, risk-taking, resilience, and strong human relations skills.

Innovation’s Ripple Effect – Discover how innovation fuels progress, creates jobs, and tackles complex social challenges.

Government Support – Learn how Irish agencies like Local Enterprise Offices and Enterprise Ireland play a vital role in helping ideas flourish.

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Navigating the economy can feel complex, but this episode simplifies it. We'll break down key economic indicators—like inflation, interest rates, and employment—and show you exactly how they impact business growth. From affecting your costs to influencing consumer spending, understanding these numbers is the key to making smarter business decisions.

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From public, private and not-for-profit enterprises to the different types of ownership like sole traders, partnerships and companies — you’ll learn how businesses are set up and why they sometimes change structure.

We also look at regulation (how businesses are kept fair and safe), governance (how businesses are managed and controlled), and ESG reporting (environmental, social and governance factors).

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Who really matters in business? In this episode, we break down stakeholders — from owners and employees to customers, communities, and even the government. Learn how their relationships can be win-win or win-lose, why conflicts happen, and how businesses deal with them. Plus, we’ll introduce stakeholder mapping — a simple way to see who holds the most power and interest in any business decision. We have also launched this episode as our first video podcast, thanks to Notebook LM.

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First episode of our new series for the New Leaving Cert Business Course, today we are looking at Stakeholders in Business.

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Some Final advice for the Exam on Thursday

Best of Luck and Thanks for listening, I hope we have helped you with your studies!

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This episode covers everything Leaving Cert Business students need to know about starting a business. From reasons for entrepreneurship and ownership structures to location factors and production methods, we’ve got you covered. We also break down the key parts of a business plan, like market analysis and financial projections, and explore short, medium, and long-term financing options. Perfect for exam prep or anyone curious about the business world!

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This episode simplifies key accounting principles for leaving cert pupils, covering the P&L and Balance Sheet, and financial ratios like gross profit margin and debt-equity. Learn how to assess profitability, liquidity, and financial health while considering non-financial factors. Gain practical tools to evaluate for your business exam and make smarter, informed decisions to drive success.

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Discussion on  Social Responsibility and Business Ethics for Leaving Cert Business pupils. This episode explores how businesses can embrace Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by acting fairly toward stakeholders, supporting communities, and protecting the environment. It covers improving business ethics through leadership and Codes of Ethics, addressing climate change with sustainable practices, and balancing financial impacts. Ethical practices can enhance reputation, attract customers, and drive long-term growth.

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Today we are going back over communication, we look at different types of communication, we look in-depth at meetings and see some of the barriers to effective communication.

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