Businesses across the UK have endured a turbulent few years thanks to a perfect storm of Brexit, the coronavirus pandemic and rising inflation rates.
But ex- Dragons Den investor Piers Linney, 50, who appeared on the hit BBC show from 2013 to 2015, is confident there are still plenty of opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs.
In fact, setting up a business today is "easy in many ways" says Piers, as technology means anyone can start an empire from the comfort of their home.