The Biz Dev 100: Mike Friend, head of business development and operations, iThinkMedia
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Mike Friend: iThinkMedia
Below is Mike Friend, one of those at the top of their field who work in the UK biz dev sector.
Name: Mike Friend
Job Title: head of business development & operations
Agency: iThinkMedia
What were your highlights of last year?
Wins in new verticals including Automotive, Manufacturing and Power Solutions. The launch of a new northern operation for iThinkMedia in Manchester. New International and Northern client wins. Expansion of our new Scaled Content solution for SEO
What has been your most memorable win - and why?
First win in Automotive, thinking we were a mid runner, only to find we were miles ahead of the race.
How would you describe your approach to business development?
Listening and asking lots of questions, looking for culture fit, not taking myself too seriously
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?
Just be yourself, because nobody, can do you, better than you.
What would be your number one tip to anyone starting in business development?
Listen, just listen
What is your new business soundtrack?
Anything on UnityFM
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