The last 8 questions go to James Good, new to Swansea and hoping to continue the success of his creative design agency, James Good Limited.
Best of times?
Sitting atop Mexico’s Copper Canyon, diving through a waterfall, being hoisted up the mast of a pirate’s ship, getting lost on a mountain, scuba diving with sharks, racing friends on a track, being dragged around a field by a kite, driving to destination unknown, partying and generally spending time with my gorgeous girlfriend, to name only a few!
Have you any dreams you have not fulfilled?
As a small business owner, most of my dreams are business related. I’m currently dreaming of building a five-man team before the end of 2007 (only the very best of Swansea’s designers need apply!!). I also want to significantly improve human sustainability on the world, hopefully through design but not necessarily.
What’s the best advice you could give someone?
Be yourself, don’t let people walk all over you and stand up for what you believe in.
Worst Job?
Bottle collector in a nightclub when I was 17. Having to wade through the hoards of drunks with older women pinching my bum and forcing drinks upon me. It was hell!
What was your greatest extravagance?
A sports car when I was 18. The car itself was reasonable, it was the insurance that was extravagant! Although Extravagant wasn’t anything like any of the words that popped out of my mouth when I was getting quotes!
If you could meet anyone famous, who would it be and why?
Fame itself doesn’t really float my boat. I admire people that either work hard to make a difference or are genuinely talented and therefore deserve recognition. I’d be delighted to meet anyone that fits the bill, so long as they are also interested in meeting me.
What are your weaknesses?
Following rules. I can’t stand being told what to do or being herded like a sheep. Just imagine what I was like at school!
What’s your favourite quote / words of wisdom?
“Just keep swimming, just keep swimming!! “
Dory, Disney Pixar’s Finding Nemo
Published in Enterprise Magazine - Winter 2006