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Got a side hustle or starting a business? Download our free Starting Out Kit

Adam Bub - October 12, 2021 2 MIN READ
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As Australia’s leading online microbusiness community since 2005, Flying Solo has connected more than 120,000 soloists and provided tips, advice and resources around starting and developing your own business, your way.

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Adam Bub is the Commercial Editor of Pinstripe Media, publisher and production studio for Kochie's Business Builders, Startup Daily, Flying Solo and Your Money & Your Life. With 13 years' experience in digital media, Adam has worked as an editor across Australia's busiest newsrooms including Mamamia and Nine Digital. Adam has collaborated with 100s of the country's most respected brands on campaigns around small business, diversity, technology, sustainability and public health.

Adam's freelance work includes written content and influencer work for brands including Floatspace, Superdry, Specsavers and Adore Beauty.

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