AGDA / 09.04.14 !

Out On Your Own.

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!Stuart Buchanan CEO, The Nest

AGDA / 09.04.14 !

Out On Your Own.

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!Stuart Buchanan CEO, The Nest!!formerly General Manager, FBi Radio

AGDA / 09.04.14 !

Out On Your Own.

wearethenest.com

!Stuart Buchanan CEO, The Nest!!formerly General Manager, FBi Radio Executive Producer, Creative Sydney

AGDA / 09.04.14 !

Out On Your Own.

wearethenest.com

!Stuart Buchanan CEO, The Nest!!formerly General Manager, FBi Radio Executive Producer, Creative Sydney Founder, New Weird Australia

1/13. !

Who cares?

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!Be honest with yourself, and ask whether there are people out there who really need what you do.

2/13. !

Are you good at anything?

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!Consider whether you’re a Generalist or a Specialist.

3/13. !

Is there profit in your passion?

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!Can you marry passion and business, and be sure there’s profitable work out there for the taking?

4/13. !

Can you start tomorrow?

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!Are there clients waiting for you? Have projects in hand before you start, to ensure you have a minimum cashflow.

5/13. !

Is there a future for you?

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!Is your speciality sustainable? Think about whats ahead and make sure you can get there. Collaborate and partner up to reach your destination.

6/13. !

Do you need to stay local?

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!Where is your playing field? Look further afield - geography need not be a barrier. Who else can help you to grow your boundaries?

7/13. !

Who can you trust?

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!Who are you going to work with? Think about who you can rely on and confide in, and hire them.

8/13. !

Can you manage a business?

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!Are you a business manager? Consider a second in command.

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Can you sell your services?

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!Are you any good at sales? Consider a sales person or new business manager.

10/13. !

Can you handle clients?

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!Are you good at client management? Consider a client services manager.

11/13. !

Who’s the boss?

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!Does everyone know what they are supposed to be doing? Establish clear hierarchy and job descriptions.

12/13. !

What the f**k is going on?

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!How do you know if its working? Projects take longer than you think - always keep track of time and analyse every job after completion.

13/13. !

How can you be successful?

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!Be honest, don’t be an asshole.

AGDA / 09.04.14 !

Out On Your Own.

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