Tutorial - Thursday 23rd October 2014

During today's tutorial session we were introduced to Mr Nathan Pearson who is a young local businessman and entrepreneur.  Nathan spoke about what it takes to be an entrepreneur, the mindset, attitude and other qualities required, and also of his business ventures and journey to date.  Nathan's first venture was a space saving balcony shelf, first presented on a "Dragon's Den" television series.  Although the panel declined Nathan's proposal, the product was ultimately produced in number, but did not sell as well as initially anticipated.  Rather than be dissapointed and give up, he decided to continue to look for further opportunities.  His first big break came with a company formation going by the name of Oil Monster, which specialises in the collection and recycling of waste oil for the motor trade.  He had spotted a gap in the market whilst working for a trade related company.  Nathan even informed the company he was working for about his idea, but they were not interested, stating technology and waste oil did not mix.  Nathan went on to prove them wrong, by going on to set up his company anyway, and has proved to be very sucessfull indeed.  Nathan has now set up a website which is a "free of charge" portal designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and the further development of their ideas.  I found the session very informative and it was a unique opportunity to meet someone who has got the kahoonas to put his money where his mouth is and "get up and try it".  A very inspiring person to have met indeed and we all wish him well for his very bright future.