BACKSTORY: British Chamber of Business’ David Dawson
We question David Dawson, CEO of British Chamber of Business in SA
When and where were you happiest? At sea, on it or under it. What are you reading at the moment? I’ve just finished the memoir Do No Harm by the eminent British neurosurgeon Henry Marsh — excellent. I’m about to start yachtsman Sir Francis Chichester’s autobiography. What’s the worst airport you’ve been in? Possibly Juba in South Sudan. What is your biggest indulgence? Sailing and scuba diving holidays, but not together — one in Northwest Europe and the other in the Indian Ocean. What’s your one top tip for doing a deal? Avoid ambiguity and making assumptions. Get absolute clarity on what you will agree to or not agree to. What was your first job? I worked as a paperboy, in the UK. Which historical figure do you most identify with? Wilfred Thesiger, the British explorer and travel writer, in another world. Nominate your eighth wonder of the world. The African Bushveld. Is there such a thing as "enough money" and, if so, how much is it? Probably, but it’s not an absolute, and will va...
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