Making a Fortune Out Of Failure: The Ross Culliton Interview
Welcome to the Inner Entrepreneur Podcast!
In this episode, host Paul Ryan sits down with Ross Culliton, founder of Roddy, who shares his inspiring journey from being a high-paid executive at KPMG to diving into entrepreneurship. Discover how Ross turned a difficult period during the 2010 financial crisis into an opportunity to create a unique business in sustainable merchandise. Hear about his challenges and how his passion for sustainability and resilience led to the successful launch of his new venture, Roddy.
This episode is packed with insights and valuable lessons for both current and aspiring entrepreneurs. Don't miss it!
00:00 Welcome to the Inner Entrepreneur Podcast
00:02 Meet Ross Coulson: From KPMG Exec to Entrepreneur
00:58 The Journey of Roddy: Sustainable Custom Merch
01:35 Challenges of Sustainable Fashion
03:15 The Inner World of Entrepreneurship
04:32 The Leap from KPMG to Christmas Jumpers
06:57 The Birth of a Business Idea
11:32 The China Adventure: Finding a Manufacturer
19:41 First Year Success and Expansion
21:42 The Christmas Jumper Debacle
22:34 Facing Financial Ruin
23:54 The Humiliation of Asking for Help
26:38 Returning to KPMG
30:12 Starting Rudy: A New Venture
42:23 Lessons Learned and Advice for Entrepreneurs
44:10 The Importance of Passion and Niche Markets
46:56 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections
Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, business owner and an eternal student of life. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.
Paul embodies the spirit of a lifelong learner, with a thirst for knowledge and adept leadership that has enabled him to create a life of time and financial freedom.
Connect with the host:
Website: Pauljryan.net
Paul's X: https://twitter.com/paulryanwrites
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