1,000 Routes with Nick Bennett #17 The Bobby Gillespie Route
Bobby Gillespie is the founder of Propr, an advisory and creative services agency he’s run for nine years - he’s currently transitioning to being 100% solo.
In this episode, Bobby reflects on his journey from running an agency to becoming a solo entrepreneur. He shares his emotional challenges, the pressures of market demands, and the transition to advisory and consulting work. Discover Bobby's raw and honest take on the evolving nature of markets, the importance of brand reputation, and why centering on shared principles with customers is crucial.
(00:00) Transitioning to solopreneurship
(02:22) Leaving the big agency life
(04:22) Building a boutique agency
(06:14) The shift to consulting
(09:48) Reflections on the design industry
(18:07) Market perceptions change, strategy is key
(27:53) Giving back to the design industry
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