Episode #292 - Transforming E-Commerce Through a Culture of Innovation - with Andy Thorne

Sep 20, 2023

Hello, listeners! I'm Granger Forson, your navigator through the sea of entrepreneurial tales on ScaleUp Radio. You can learn more about me and our journey at www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk or connect with me on LinkedIn.

 

On today's episode, we'll delve into the intriguing world of digital marketing with a special focus on e-commerce. Our guest is Andy Thorne, the innovative mind behind Factory Pattern, a successful digital experience agency that is transforming how e-commerce and lead generation clients interact with the digital world.

 

Join us as we explore Andy's journey from print design to the fascinating realm of web design and user experience. He shares the story of his transition, his decision to start a company, and the enriching journey of ups and downs that led him to where he is today.

 

Listen in as Andy discusses the value of creating a positive work environment, the strategies behind hiring the right talent, and the essence of fostering a company culture that promotes curiosity and a big picture thinking approach.

 

Ready to dive into a world of digital marketing, ground-breaking strategies, and inspiring business journeys? Then you're in the right place. Let's get started!

 

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Andy can be found here:

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https://factorypattern.co.uk/

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Resources:

 

Traction by Gino Wickman - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/traction-get-a-grip-on-your-business-gino-wickman/3561744?ean=9781936661831

 

Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/ego-is-the-enemy-the-fight-to-master-our-greatest-opponent-ryan-holiday/1154747?ean=9781781257029

 

The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-obstacle-is-the-way-the-ancient-art-of-turning-adversity-to-advantage-ryan-holiday/321415?ean=9781781251492

 

Do Fly by Gavin Strange - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/do-fly-find-your-way-make-a-living-be-your-best-self-gavin-strange/2188540?ean=9781907974267

 

Why Brands With A Purpose Do Better by David Hieatt - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/do-purpose-why-brands-with-a-purpose-do-better-and-matter-more-david-hieatt/4153338?ean=9781907974137

 

Peaks and Valleys by Spencer Johnson - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/peaks-and-valleys-making-good-and-bad-times-work-for-you-at-work-and-in-life-spencer-johnson/2374699?ean=9781847396488

 

99% Invisible - https://99percentinvisible.org/episodes/

 

Notion app - https://www.notion.so/desktop

 

CllickUp app - https://clickup.com/