Go It Alone and Escape Corporate Life | BTalk Australia

By Phil Dobbie | June 18, 2008

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BNET Australia Contributors

BNET Australia Contributors
Phil Dobbie has a wealth of radio and business experience. In his BTalk Australia podcast, he provides a lively and insightful view on business issues.
Brian Haverty is editorial director for CBS Interactive Australia and is responsible for the company's BNET and ZDNet Australia sites.
Robert Gerrish is a coach, author and professional speaker and the founder of Flying Solo, an Australian online community for solo business owners.
Melissa Lourenco is the HR manager for CBS Interactive in Australia.
Chris Golis is the author of The Humm Handbook: Lifting Your Level of Emotional Intelligence. He runs seminars and workshops on EQ.
Suzi Dafnis is Community Director of the Australian Businesswomen's Network.
Yvonne Adele helps organisations build a culture of ideas by teaching people at all levels to access their untapped creative thinking skills.
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Naomi Simson is the founder and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) of Red Balloon Days. After a career in senior marketing roles in large enterprises she started the venture seven years ago to spend more time with the kids. Today it’s a successful online business offering exciting gift experiences to thousands of Aussies.

In this edition of BTalk Australia Phil Dobbie speaks to Naomi about making the leap from corporate life to running your own business. What does it take to succeed and what, if anything, did she learn from her experiences in big business?

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