Name: Nick Thakrar
Company Role: Commercial Broker
Favourite quote or saying: If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!
Hi Nick! Can you please tell us a little bit more about your background? What brought you to Cherry Godfrey?
My background is in Commercial Insurance. I was attracted to the ethos and values of Cherry Godfrey: when I heard that there was a new office opening, I thought that I could look to make a difference and make a mark on the company.
A great instinct! Can you also please tell us what your first job was, and what you learned from it?
My first job was in Primark. I learned not to spend your whole pay-check on one item!
Wise words! What do you think makes someone a great leader?
I would have to say listening and communication skills.
Can you please tell us about the biggest challenge you’ve ever faced at work – how did you overcome it?
My biggest challenge was dealing with complaints whilst working at British Gas. I learned that sometimes it is best to give the customer the opportunity to have a rant and blow off some steam!
Can you name something that you love about Cherry Godfrey?
I would have to say that I love the company’s family mentality.
Agreed! How about some of the daily habits that help you succeed?
Planning, planning, planning!
If you could invite any three people round for dinner - living or dead - who would you choose – and why?
I would invite Eric Cantona – he’s the reason I support Manchester United. I would also invite my mum. She passed away five years ago and having her round for dinner would be just amazing. Finally, I would invite Mo Gilligan – a comedian who just makes me laugh and would lighten the mood!
And, finally, what do you enjoy doing when you are not working?
Cooking, watching movies and TV shows and spending time with my two little boys!
