Why do so many people struggle to find their purpose — and what if the real answer is simpler than you think?

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Inner Entrepreneur, Paul Ryan sits down with purpose expert and author Brian Bosche to explore the truth about purpose. They dive into what purpose really is (hint: it's not a job title), how to discover your unique contribution to the world, and the hidden fears that block people from living it.

Brian shares stories from working with NFL stars and entrepreneurs, explains the five trauma types that sabotage our decisions, and lays out practical, actionable steps to uncover your purpose and align it with prosperity — not poverty.

What You'll Learn:

• What purpose really means (and what it doesn’t)
• Why most people get stuck chasing fantasy instead of fulfillment
• The link between purpose and contribution
• How trauma and fear of rejection block purpose
• How to balance the monk and the millionaire within
• Patterns of success and how to decode them in your own life
• Why purpose doesn't always require a radical life change
• The difference between escaping and moving toward something meaningful
• How to navigate pain, awareness, and truth to uncover your next step

Resources Mentioned:

• The Purpose Assessment — Brian's diagnostic tool for discovering your purpose
• The Purpose Factor (book by Brian & Gabrielle Bosché)

Follow Brian Bosché:

• Website: thepurposecompany.com
• Instagram: @purposecompany

About the host:

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

Connect with the host:

https://www.theonehourceo.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/

Rewire Your Mind: Hypnotherapy, Heart Coherence & the Science of Calm with Fiona Brennan #102

What if your thoughts, emotions, and confidence were just habits—and you could change them?

In this powerful conversation, Paul sits down with Fiona Brennan, clinical hypnotherapist and bestselling author of The Positive Habit and Sleep Well, to explore how we can rewire our subconscious mind, shift emotional patterns, and live from the heart—not just the head.

Fiona unpacks the science behind emotional habits, explains how hypnotherapy works, and shares practical tools to overcome anxiety, fear, and self-doubt. You’ll learn about neuroplasticity, subconscious programming, and the transformative power of HeartMath and coherent breathing.

This is not just about healing—it’s about awakening to a more powerful, present, and peaceful way of living.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why your thoughts and emotions are habits—and how to break negative loops
• How hypnotherapy works at a subconscious level to create lasting change
• The truth about confidence and why public speaking fears often stem from childhood
• What it means to live from the heart instead of the head
• How to use HeartMath and coherent breathing to regulate your nervous system
• The hidden reasons why sleep is broken—and how to fix it without pills
• Why vulnerability is the key to connection in business and life
• How entrepreneurs can balance ambition with emotional well-being

Guest Bio:

Fiona Brennan is a clinical hypnotherapist, bestselling author, mental health speaker, and founder of The Positive Habit. Her work blends neuroscience, mindfulness, and subconscious reprogramming to help people overcome anxiety, build confidence, and live happier lives.

She is certified by the HeartMath Institute and is a trusted voice in the field of emotional wellness and sleep health.

Connect with Fiona Brennan:

• Website: https://thepositivehabit.com
• Instagram: @thepositivehabit
• Books: The Positive Habit, Sleep Well, The Self-Love Habit

About the host:

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

Connect with the host:

https://www.theonehourceo.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/

What if your body was designed to thrive — and longevity was less about genetics and more about your daily habits?

In this episode of The Inner Entrepreneur Bite-Size, Dr. Otto Janke shares simple foundations of long-term health — and why most people only focus on them when it’s almost too late.

We explore:

• The daily rituals that unlock your body’s natural health blueprint
• How great sleep, clean food, and consistent movement outperform medication
• Why American health culture is failing — and what we can learn from other countries
• The myth of “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” — and why it’s slowly killing us
• What every entrepreneur should prioritize (but rarely does)

This isn’t a fitness episode. It’s a longevity roadmap — simple, sustainable, powerful.

https://www.empirelongevity.com/

Abou the host:

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

Connect with the host:

https://www.theonehourceo.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/

Scaling with Purpose | Brendan McGurgan on Mindset, Leadership & Growing a 9-Figure Business IE#100

Guest:

Brendan McGurgan — Co-founder of Simple Scaling, host of the ScaleX Insider podcast, and former CEO who scaled a business from 15 people to 700+, exporting to 100+ countries and generating over £100 million in revenue.

Overview:

In this inspiring episode of The Inner Entrepreneur, Brendan shares the powerful story behind scaling a global business—and why most SMEs never make it past the first few million. He breaks down the core mindset shifts required to grow with purpose, how to build a winning culture, and what it really takes to let go of control and lead at scale.

What We Cover:

• What “scaling” really means (and why most businesses never do)
• Brendan’s journey from accountant to 9-figure CEO
• The 10 Principles of ScaleX
• Why culture is not “soft” — it’s the hardest thing to get right
• The myth of being indispensable: how great founders step aside
• Scaling from the inside out: the psychology behind sustainable growth
• Why a clear personal purpose is the starting point of business success

Who It’s For:

Entrepreneurs, founders, and SME leaders who are ready to scale their business beyond survival—and want to do it with meaning, purpose, and a people-first mindset.

Resources Mentioned:

• SimpleScaling.com
• ScaleX Insider Podcast
• Simple Scaling: 10 Proven Principles to 10X Your Business – by Brendan McGurgan & Claire Colvin

Connect with Brendan: 🔗 LinkedIn

About the host:

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

Connect with the host:

https://www.theonehourceo.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/

What happens when you’ve built the business, earned the money, and achieved the success — but still feel unfulfilled?

In this powerful bite-size episode, science-based spiritual coach Gaia Ferreira joins Paul to explore the moment many entrepreneurs inevitably face: the wake-up call.

Whether triggered by burnout, a life crisis, or just the quiet voice inside saying, “this isn’t it”, this episode reveals why success without self-connection is never enough.

Gaia breaks down her Total Intelligence Method — integrating body, mind, heart, and purpose — and explains why entrepreneurs must stop chasing more and start living aligned.

• Why high-achieving entrepreneurs often feel empty at the top

• The 4 D’s of crisis and how they trigger transformation (Death, Divorce, Disease, Disaster)

• Why your body always knows the truth — even when your mind lies

• The real reason you're stuck in “more mode”

• The simple practice to reconnect with yourself in under 5 minutes

• How to stop chasing significance and start living with meaning

“Your body never lies — but your mind will tell you all sorts of stories. Most of us are living from who we’re not.”

Website: GaiaFerreira.com

Links to Full Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-total-intelligence-method-7-steps-to-living-your/id1712661051?i=1000684380892

https://youtu.be/tVWzcMt5Ryo?si=QFuE3cMkeSsHN-XA

In this episode, Adie McGinnis shares his remarkable entrepreneurial journey—from humble beginnings to building one of Ireland's most successful recruitment businesses, Sigmar Recruitment.

Adie opens up about leadership, company culture, building trust with his team, and navigating two major business collapses. He also reflects on the importance of humility, luck, and finding purpose beyond financial success.

This conversation is a masterclass in building lasting businesses while staying grounded.

Key Topics Covered:

• The early days of Sigmar Recruitment
• How to build company culture
• Leadership through crisis: 9/11, 2008 crash, and COVID-19
• The power of trust, loyalty, and goodwill in business
• When (and when not) to take on external investors
• Why most entrepreneurs ultimately crave freedom over money
• Finding purpose and peace after financial success
• The deeper conversation around aging, purpose, and giving back

Notable Quotes:

"Most entrepreneurs don’t actually chase money — they chase freedom."

"Culture isn't a mission statement. It's how you show up for your people every single day."

"Humility keeps you out of trouble. Arrogance leads you into it."

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adie-mcgennis-b28204/

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

Connect with the host:

https://www.theonehourceo.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/

Show Notes:

In this bite sized episode, Mike Kelly shares how his successful corporate career nearly cost him everything — his health, his marriage, and his peace of mind. Working 16–17 hour days, disconnected from his true self, Mike spiraled toward complete burnout. But what happened next became the catalyst for profound personal change.

If you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or high-performer, this conversation is a wake-up call.

Key Topics:

• The real reason leaders burn out

• How work addiction destroys personal leadership

• The cost of ignoring your own well-being

• Mike's personal breakdown story

• Links to full Episode #70

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-what-the-best-leaders-know-in-conversation/id1712661051?i=1000682402041

Show Notes:

In this Bite-Size episode, Steven Twohig and I unpack one of the most difficult parts of transformation: why most people never change, even after powerful breakthrough experiences.

We discuss:

• The illusion of instant transformation.
• Why breakthrough events (like UPW) often aren’t enough.
• The brutal 2-year period I personally went through after my own wake-up moment.
• The fear that keeps most people from facing the work.
• Why real change requires going into the messiness — not avoiding it.
• How identity plays a crucial role in whether we follow through.

This is the honest, unfiltered truth about the price of real change — and why so few ever pay it.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steventwohig/

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

Connect with the host:

https://www.theonehourceo.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/