Every business, like a painting, operates according to its own rules. There are many ways to run a successful company. What works once may never work again. What everyone tells you never to do may just work, once.

Free publicity and word of mouth is probably the best and cheapest form of advertising. Learn to use it to your advantage.

Be swift to take advantage of business opportunities. Bigger companies are too cumbersome to move quickly; this can be a competitive advantage for you.

Above all, you want to create something you're proud of.

Life can seem rather unreal at times. Alive and well and loving one day. No longer there the next.

Have fun, work hard and money will come. Don't waste time - grab your chances. Have a positive outlook on life. When it's not fun, move on.

Never to be frightened of taking risks and always follow your instincts!