''In Toronto I finally managed to get myself your book after a deuce of attempts, and were it not a night seeping into the next day, I'd have finished it in one go''

- Adam Daniel Mezei

''I just read your book last night, well started last night and finished about two hours ago. It was very, very interesting for me and I could see lots of parallels in what I am trying to do here in Krakow. P.S. I loved the Warsaw stuff!''

- John Naughton

''Those who can't do teach... I have to deal with so many academics living in Kinsale and so recognised some of the characters.''

- Peadar Mac Gabhann

''It has been an inspiration at a time when I need a boost with plans for my business. It is also very entertaining.''

- Robert Shaw

''What a breath of fresh air from the 'normal' businessy type books; it's pragmatic approach, honesty, encouragement, coupled with real life recounts of your business 'adventures', had me captivated. I'm sure I will refer to it for years to come.''

- Gerry Cahill

''Brings back memories when I worked in Dun Laoghaire in the 1980s and nothing stirred except the birds....''

- Gerry Kilduff

''I like the corporate culture parts. At one time in Vermont I had even used my Anthropology degree a little consulting on corporate culture and it made me think of that.''

- Robert Sanford

''But, in all of Eason's, I found myself picking up your book...Suddenly I didn't feel so alone or out of my depth. I went home and finished your book that evening and was even more invigorated to try and start out on my own.''

- Daire Whelan

''I am a Dutch person and set up my own business in Ireland. I can understand in another country, especially when you do not speak the language. I spoke the language and still didn't always understand what went on exactly... Thanks for sharing your knowledge with me!''

- Kenneth Buchholtz

''It's a good story and we have number of beliefs in common. I would like to put some of your story on our Crazy Goals website (www.crazygoals.co.uk) perhaps the Atlantic crossing in the dinghy as an example of Crazy Goaling at its best!''

- Tim Powell

''It was extremely enjoyable and very much to the point in terms of the backbone required for a true Entrepreneur.''

- Gary Walsh

''Life is full of ups and downs, especially for an Entrepreneur, and when you are on a down, sometimes it is hard to have faith and confidence in yourself. Your book has given me a second wind. A lot of inspiration and I thank you for that.''

- Mark F. Dolan