Bryan Bunn

Feb 20 2007 By Evening Gazette

Operations manager North-east with Day & Zimmermann.

What did you want to be when you were young?
A policeman.

How much was your first pay packet and what did you spend it on?
I got £22 at ICI as a first year engineering apprentice. I bought some new clothes and lots of beer.

What's your dream job, other than your current one?
One that earns lots of money for doing very little, but brings great personal, economic and environmentally-friendly benefit. If you can think of a job that fits, let me know and I'll apply today.

What's the best piece of business advice you have received?
Work hard, play hard and trust your experience and instinct.

And the worst?
Trust me, your promotion/ pay rise is in the post. It never happens.

What is your philosophy when it comes to business?
Be prepared; always be two or three steps ahead of the game.

What are your hobbies?
I still play a bit of ice hockey (recreational), sport in general, and spending time with my family. I am also a member of the Tees Valley Engineering Partnership's Marketing Group.

What's your top business or financial tip?
Earn more than you spend.

Does anything scare you and if so what?
Yes, the thought of missing out on the one truly great business opportunity that comes your way.

What would you choose as your epitaph?
Fast Track schedules are a killer. I was caught out by the ultimate drop dead date. I tried to re schedule it to no avail.