Built from Scratch

There’s money out there to support early-stage founders—you just have to find it. Daragh was recently awarded the Emergent Ventures Grant, designed for young entrepreneurs going from zero to one with huge ideas. 💡 If you’re starting your journey: ✅ Research grants & funding opportunities ✅ Apply for programs that support bold ideas ✅ Leverage networks & mentors who know where to look 🎙️ Watch Episode 14 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on finding funding for your startup. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #YoungFounders

Massive moments for the Irish startup scene 🇮🇪 🚀 Tines is now a unicorn, securing $100M+ 🚀 Protex AI closed a huge Series C These success stories send a strong signal to founders—Ireland is an amazing place to build a startup. 💡 Daragh & Erik discuss the positive impact these raises have on the Irish tech ecosystem. 🎙️ Watch Episode 14 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on Irish startups & global scaling. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #IrishTech #StartupGrowth

Want to learn business? Don’t just read about it—start the business first. Daragh’s advice to entrepreneurs: 📌 Don’t waste months (or years) reading endless books & courses 📌 Start the business, face real problems, and look for solutions when needed 📌 You’ll retain & apply knowledge faster by learning through action 🎙️ Watch Episode 14 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on learning by doing. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #StartupLessons #BusinessGrowth

Who should every entrepreneur be following? For Daragh & Erik, Ryan Serhant is one of the best. His approach to: 📌 High-ticket sales 📌 Personal branding 📌 Business growth …makes him a must-follow for any entrepreneur looking to level up. 💡 🎙️ Watch Episode 14 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on entrepreneurial learning. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #SalesMindset

If you walk into an investor meeting without knowing your competition, you’re already at a disadvantage. Investors expect: ✅ Expert-level knowledge of your industry ✅ A clear understanding of where you differentiate ✅ A competitive strategy backed by real data If you don’t have these answers, you’re not ready for funding. 🎙️ Watch Episode 14 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on h

Patents are meant to protect real innovation—but can you really stop others from using a cylinder handle? Daragh & Erik question the strength of a design patent claimed in a recent pitch. If your product is too generic, relying on patents alone might not be the strongest business strategy. 💡 🎙️ Watch Episode 14 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on startup strategy and intellectual property. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #BusinessStrategy

Want to secure investment? Don’t insult your investors. One founder had a huge pain point to solve—but the way they positioned their pitch was a disaster. Daragh explains why it’s critical to: ✅ Understand investor psychology ✅ Frame your pitch strategically ✅ Win trust, not push investors away 🎙️ Watch Episode 13 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on how to pitch effectively. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #InvestorRelations

Valuation isn’t just about sales—it’s about sustainability. Kickstarter sales might look great, but they don’t necessarily mean a business has real demand. Erik explains why you can’t base your company’s valuation on hype—it needs to be backed by: ✅ A repeatable sales process ✅ Clear market traction ✅ Sustainable revenue 🎙️ Watch Episode 13 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on startup valuation mistakes. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #InvestorMindset #BusinessGrowth

Pitching on Dragon’s Den is high-stakes—but are all pitches treated equally? Daragh believes some pitches on Dragon’s Den aren’t just bad—they’re set up to fail for entertainment value. When you’re pitching, you need to: ✅ Be prepared for tough questions ✅ Have strong numbers & a clear business case ✅ Know how to control the conversation 🎙️ Watch Episode 13 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on pitching under pressure. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #InvestorMindset #StartupGrowth

Some businesses depend on strong communities—but not every founder can build one. Daragh believes this startup must build a thriving community to succeed. The problem? He doesn’t think the founders have the skillset to pull it off. Community-driven businesses require: ✅ A deep understanding of audience engagement ✅ Strong storytelling & branding ✅ The ability to cultivate long-term loyalty 🎙️ Watch Episode 13 of Built from Scratch now on YouTube and Spotify for insights on community-driven business success. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #CommunityBuilding #BrandStrategy