Fellows interview with Richard Simpson

What’s your golden rule - at work and in life?

Don't limit yourself needlessly to rules!

 

Who (or what) has been your biggest influence?

Simon Farrell, my former boss and then business partner. He helped me towards realising my potential, encouraged me to pursue my vision and gave me the opportunity to experience business ownership

 

What is your most hated business expression?

I don't hate anything so I'd prefer to say that the usual business clichés lack imagination 

 

What is the smartest business idea you’ve ever had?

Quickcatchup.com was the first geo-location messaging app that I co-created with a good friend... we didn't fulfil its potential because our careers took off... and then Snapchat came along...!

 

Why is being part of The Marketing Society important for your career?

I love people and through The Marketing Society I have been able to meet the most fascinating, kind and inspiring people, a number of whom have become lifelong friends 

 

Tell us something that isn't on your CV

Every couple of months I go on a stone lifting tour with competitive strongmen and strongwomen. We attempt to lift ancient and historic Scottish stones. I managed to lift the famous Puterac onto a chest high stone plinth (and nearly passed out in the process!) 

 

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Published 26 November 2024