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Durable Entrepreneurs

Durable Entrepreneurs

By: Sean O'Hara MBA
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 Welcome to Durable Entrepreneurs – the podcast built for those who don’t just want to succeed, but want to last. Entrepreneurship is tough, but you don’t have to go it alone. Each week, we bring you raw, real, and practical insights from battle-tested entrepreneurs and sharp industry experts who’ve been through the trenches – and came out stronger. From breakthrough stories to road-tested strategies, we share the tools, mindset, and grit you need to build a business that not only grows, but endures. No fluff. No fake hype. Just powerful conversations to help you thrive long-term. Let’s build something that lasts. Welcome to Durable Entrepreneurs. Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Marketing Marketing & Sales
Episodes
  • Meet Swyvvl. The Disruptors Coming for the Real Estate Giants.

    Meet Swyvvl. The Disruptors Coming for the Real Estate Giants.
    Feb 3 2026
    In this episode, celebrated UK choreographer and designer Theo Clinkard joins the show to discuss the vital intersection of physical movement and personal pleasure. Theo shares insights from his 20-year career dancing for the UK’s top choreographers and his transition into launching his own international dance company. This episode explores how societal expectations often pressure individuals to sacrifice their own joy for the sake of others, and why ‘owning your desire’ is a fundamental act of honesty. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many are conditioned to sacrifice personal pleasure to meet external expectations, but embracing what brings you joy is essential for honest living. Choosing to do what you want can often be viewed as being ‘unruly’, when in reality, it is a matter of personal integrity and honesty. Moving from a performer role to a creator/choreographer role requires a shift in how one approaches movement, theatre design, and international collaboration. High-quality contemporary work can be designed to be ‘affecting and visually arresting’ across various scales, from small studios to large international theatres like Sadler’s Wells. Leading residencies and workshops internationally (in countries like Chile, Cuba, and Australia) helps spread the practice of expression and sensuality through dance. BEST MOMENTS "Movement, pleasure and expression are important because we’ve been educated to sacrifice pleasure for living for others' expectations, as if it were a matter of honour." "It’d seem unruly to do what you want, but truth is: owning your desire is a matter of honesty." "Owning your pleasure is a matter of honesty." "Following 20 years dancing for some of the UK's most celebrated choreographers, Theo has built an international reputation for creating affecting and visually arresting contemporary work." "Owning your desire is a matter of honesty." HOST BIO Meet Your Host: Sean O’Hara, MBA – Entrepreneur, Sales Strategist, and Relentless Business Optimist. With over 20 years in the entrepreneurial trenches—guiding scrappy startups and Fortune 1000 giants alike—Sean brings a rare mix of strategic insight and real-world experience to every conversation. Known for his sharp sales acumen and down-to-earth style, he doesn’t just talk business—he lives it. Sean’s superpower? Asking the right questions, then stepping back to let the wisdom flow. His curiosity-driven interview style unlocks actionable insights, powerful stories, and the kind of truth today’s entrepreneurs actually need. If you’re serious about building a business that lasts, Sean’s the guide you’ll want in your corner. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    56 mins
  • Kill Your Fatigue. Sean's Breathwork Results - Tim Thomas (Part 2).

    Kill Your Fatigue. Sean's Breathwork Results - Tim Thomas (Part 2).
    Jan 27 2026
    In this episode, Sean welcomes back former MMA fighter and Special Forces soldier Tim Thomas. Their discussion centers on the transformative power of breathwork, particularly its role in optimising recovery, enhancing sleep, and managing PTSD. Tim shares his personal journey from hitting rock bottom, facing undiagnosed PTSD, severe fatigue, and relationship breakdowns, to discovering how breathwork could rebuild his life and performance. Sean also reveals the results of his own challenge to implement Tim’s techniques, discussing how prioritising sleep and simple breathing exercises significantly improved his energy, mental acuity, and overall quality of life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Quality sleep isn't a luxury; it's a non-negotiable biological necessity. Sleep deprivation severely impacts mental health, increasing the likelihood of issues by 200-300% and hindering the body's ability to clear waste products from the brain. Engaging in simple breathwork exercises can interrupt the body's stress response (‘survival mode’), helping to regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and transition the body into a state of rest and recovery. True high performance is built on a base of rest, recovery, and healing. Focusing solely on output (business goals, targets) without a solid foundation of recovery leads to burnout and diminishing returns. A simple ‘biohack’ for calming the nervous system involves splashing cold water on your face. This triggers the mammalian dive reflex, which instantly lowers heart rate and signals the body to conserve energy and reduce stress. You don't need hours of meditation. Consistent, small actions, like 15 minutes of breathwork before bed or taking three deep breaths during a stressful workday, can lead to massive improvements in sleep quality, mood, and mental clarity over time. BEST MOMENTS "Sleep is the soil that everything in your life is nourished in and grows from." "I was one of those guys who built his life on pushing hard, cashing in my tomorrows to live today, and eventually my tomorrows started catching up to me." "I realised if my team's having a bad day, I'm having a bad day. So simply by accessing breath, accessing better sleep. All of a sudden everything just became a whole lot more workable." "True high performance is built on a base of rest, recovery, and healing art forms. The top looks nothing like the bottom." "If you think life is hard, it's possibly hard to be around you. You're possibly the one in a crappy mood." HOST BIO Meet Your Host: Sean O’Hara, MBA – Entrepreneur, Sales Strategist, and Relentless Business Optimist. With over 20 years in the entrepreneurial trenches—guiding scrappy startups and Fortune 1000 giants alike—Sean brings a rare mix of strategic insight and real-world experience to every conversation. Known for his sharp sales acumen and down-to-earth style, he doesn’t just talk business—he lives it. Sean’s superpower? Asking the right questions, then stepping back to let the wisdom flow. His curiosity-driven interview style unlocks actionable insights, powerful stories, and the kind of truth today’s entrepreneurs actually need. If you’re serious about building a business that lasts, Sean’s the guide you’ll want in your corner. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    50 mins
  • Say Yes, Figure It Out Later: The Creative Path to Breakthrough Opportunities - with Paul Pape.

    Say Yes, Figure It Out Later: The Creative Path to Breakthrough Opportunities - with Paul Pape.
    Jan 20 2026
    Today, Sean sits down with Paul Pape, a creative powerhouse known as the ‘Santa for Nerds’. Paul shares his incredible 20-year journey from inventing pop-out architectural furniture to creating viral custom collectibles and props for giants like The Tonight Show, Disney, and Nickelodeon. They discuss the critical ‘Bend, Don't Break’ mindset that saved Paul’s career when technology threatened his first business, and his ‘Say Yes, Figure It Out Later’ approach that landed him a high-stakes project building a life-size LEGO Seinfeld set. KEY TAKEAWAYS When the market shifts or technology renders your product obsolete, you must be willing to pivot immediately. Standing rigid like a redwood will only lead to the collapse of your business; flexibility is the key to longevity. Growth often comes from accepting challenges you aren't fully prepared for. Whether it’s building a trophy for a worm-charming competition or a LEGO set for Jerry Seinfeld, trusting your ability to learn on the fly can open massive doors. Perfectionism kills momentum. Don't wait until a product is flawless to release it. Get it to a ‘done’ state, ship it, and refine it through future iterations based on real-world feedback. In the age of social media vanity metrics, entrepreneurs often obsess over viral fame. Paul argues you don't need millions of followers; you need 100 true fans who resonate with your specific passion to build a sustainable business foundation. In a crowded marketplace, your product is often just a commodity. The true differentiator is your story and your identity. When you sell who you are, the money becomes an exchange of value for your unique magic, not just a transaction for goods. BEST MOMENTS "You'll never be satisfied with perfect, you just gotta be satisfied with done." "Bend, don't break. I know too many people who stand as redwoods with their ideas, their ideologies, and their products. And what happens is when the seasons change, they can't adjust." "Quit selling your sh*t, sell yourself. You are the wizard. You are the magic item maker." "If you can run a lemonade stand, you can run a business. You just need to understand scaling. It's all it is." "There's 8.3 billion people on this planet. If you can find those 100 people [who love what you do], they will be your fans." HOST BIO Meet Your Host: Sean O’Hara, MBA – Entrepreneur, Sales Strategist, and Relentless Business Optimist. With over 20 years in the entrepreneurial trenches—guiding scrappy startups and Fortune 1000 giants alike—Sean brings a rare mix of strategic insight and real-world experience to every conversation. Known for his sharp sales acumen and down-to-earth style, he doesn’t just talk business—he lives it. Sean’s superpower? Asking the right questions, then stepping back to let the wisdom flow. His curiosity-driven interview style unlocks actionable insights, powerful stories, and the kind of truth today’s entrepreneurs actually need. If you’re serious about building a business that lasts, Sean’s the guide you’ll want in your corner. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    49 mins
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