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when i grow up, i want to work in advertising...

Posted by Andrew Grant on Friday 02 Jul 2010, 21:05:00

End of another month. Its now July and I'm sure we are all left wondering where the hell 2010 is going...

I've taken on the project management of a select few clients: and I have to say I have new found respect for those that choose this career path. Its has also provided me with a great insight into what makes a good project manager and the importance of taking time to properly scope and price a project as well as manage your clients expectations.

Most of all its confirmed how vital the relationship between project manager and client is. For if you develop a great relationship, those inevitable tough calls are easier to make. The closer you are, the better you understand the pressures on the other side and the better the end results.

We are in the final stages of a project for Glasgow City Marketing Bureau, City Inn Hotel Group and Bank of Baroda and I have to applaud each client for their professional attitude and focus. Together we have delivered three first class digital projects I am proud to put the Nation1 name to.

Its also been another good week on the business development front. We have progressed to the final stages with an international airline, a bank, a property developer, a car brand, an uber cool private members club and an iconic british retail brand. Hard work and determination definitely pays off.

I've been out and about touting my new business idea to potential investors across the UK and had the privilege of meeting Jim McColl of Clyde Blowers when in Glasgow last week. When one of Scotland's most successful entrepreneurs tells you your idea is excellent and to remember him when you're a rich man (which I promise to do Jim!), it does give you a wee confidence boost. It was also fascinating to learn how Jim has grown a multi billion pound business from investing in Clyde Pumps 14 years ago, a business turning over £3m. He attributes his success to hard work, employing the right people and having the right model.