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SummaryRampant introductionMy University RootsPersonal BioWhere Rampant is todayKey skillsJobs vs. EnterpriseOther things to consider

Rampant Introduction

EverydayLooking the partFunctionalCAMPUS INSPIRED CLOTHING

Dec 2006 HG Launch PartyFeb 2007 Collinson sock sampledApr 2007 started mail order businessMar 2007 1st photoshootSept 2007 Lions Rampant & our socks began

My University Roots

Personal Bio Not Glamorous

Keen rugby player and active studentStudied History and PoliticsConceived idea with a mate when I was 21 in Firehouse Started selling stock out of university garage @ 22Lived in my parents attic and sold socks all over the country @ 22-24Got investors and moved to Midlands @ 25Where Rampant is today

Key Skills I learntA GeneralistUnderstand multiple rolesLearn how to manage others (eventually)Learn how to motivate yourself & othersLearn about managing finances/budgets FASTLearn your strengths and weaknesses FASTImprove your sales skillsNetworking - Get great contacts (as an MD)Learn about the inner workings of an industry

Job vs. EnterpriseJob PROsJob CONSEnterprise PROSEnterprise CONsSecurityCan be boringNever boringStressfulWorking hoursStart with limited responsibilityGreat ContactsOften dont draw a salary for a long timeCan leave work at the doorCan lack ownership

Big financial upside on successful exitRisky can be big financial downsidesLocation probably close to friendsEasy to get caught in rat runTax breaksMany businesses failHave immediate salaryHigh tax

Creates opportunitiesNo formal learning learn on the jobLearn from the bottom upStart with limited responsibilityStart at the top of the ladderNo qualifications against itNo limitationsLong working hoursGeneralist - Learn a huge amountA lot of social sacrifices

Other things to considerSTARTUP LOANS startuploans.co.ukUse your innovation centre!Sound ideas off the target audienceDo a proper business planSet yourself goals to measure your successDont make the same mistakes twiceWhat have you got to lose?Enjoy the journey