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Bob Owen, Classic Diecast

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Bob Owen from Classic Diecast maintains an online business and information portal selling premium Dinky Brand diecast collectable models to collectors worldwide.

24 Sep 11 | Flying Solo

Here, we ask the tough questions.

You’ve got a free half hour during your work day. What do you do?

Take the dog for a walk; he`ll stare me down until I do.

Would you describe yourself as a technophobe or technophile?

Self-taught technophile.

Who, or what, is your biggest inspiration?

Richard Branson. I had the chance to meet him personally about five years ago at a networking function for the launch of Virgin Money. He stayed for the duration and was happy to have his photo taken and mingle, just being one of the crowd. I think he's the real deal and gets things done.

When meeting someone, would you rather they thought you were charming or mysterious? Why?

Charming. I believe in traditional good manners.

What's the biggest thing you've learnt this year?

That I really can do what I`ve put my mind to - with some help!

What’s your number one stress relief tactic (keep it clean!)?

I`ve been meditating daily for over 30 years - it works.

What’s your favourite film, book and album?

Film: 2001:A Space Odyssey.

Book: Walden by Henry David Thoreau.

Album: Neil Young`s After The Gold Rush.

What’s the smartest bit of marketing you’ve ever done?

Becoming a soloist and being my own brand.

What’s the most obscure business request you’ve ever had?

It was a situation. In a former life I was a natural health therapist practising on the far south coast of NSW. One of my first clients requested a home visit - the property was literally in the middle of the bush; once inside the gate I had to drive about a kilometre to the house over a non-existent road with rabbits jumping in front of the car; it was a real welcome to country life!

What music are you listening to at the moment?

Robert Plant/Alison Krauss; Dan Fogelberg; Neil Young.

Do you subscribe to any magazines or newspapers?

Mojo and Sydney Morning Herald.

Do you prefer crosswords, logic puzzles or neither?

Always crosswords.

And now comes the plug!

What do you do? Who for? And how does it benefit them?

I maintain an online business  and information portal selling premium Dinky Brand diecast collectable models to collectors worldwide. My clients know they will always receive only original model dinky toys with original boxes. They will have highly detailed descriptions and photo sets prior to purchase, and will also have the benefit of free shipping and refunds.

And where can we find out more?

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