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EP 71: Dave Taylor | Be a Fan, Not a Cynic | Okaybro

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Dave Taylor runs Okaybro as a solo creative. He works with a network of collaborators on branding and advertising projects across a range of industries, primarily focused on the outdoor and cycling space.

 

In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of being a solo creative entrepreneur. In a turbulent industry, low overhead and quality output is a common path for many agency owners. Dave also shares some of his philosophy around being a fan vs a cynic of other people's work.

 

Follow Dave and Okaybro:

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@okaybrodave

 

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