In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, Gill Hunter interviews Hamish Rutherford, Founder and CEO of Floe, an innovative co-working space in the North East. Hamish shares his interesting journey, from starting out as a commercial diver to becoming a successful businessman. Hamish values collaboration and community, and also shares his vision for the future of work, including his belief in nurturing a healthy work-life balance in order to sustain overall happiness and positive wellbeing.

In this episode, Gill and Hamish discuss:

• The concept of coworking and its role in fostering collaboration and community amongst diverse businesses.

• The valuable lessons Hamish learned when working as a commercial diver and in hospitality, such as problem solving and learning how to stay calm under pressure.

• The challenges that surround remote learning, including loneliness, communication barriers and limited opportunities for learning.

• The various amenities and services Floe has to offer, including private offices, hot desks and dedicated work spaces.

• Hamish’s vision for the future of working, which includes expanding coworking spaces to rural areas, promoting work-life balance and supporting local entrepreneurs.

• How important it is to incorporate joy and silliness into both personal and professional life, and the significance of hobbies and activities outside of work.

Find Hamish Rutherford here on LinkedIn

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/hamish-rutherford-995a3457

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