Soloist Spotlight: David Bui, Schmicko

Our Soloist Spotlights showcase the services our amazing Flying Solo Business Class members offer to customers in Australia, and take a peek behind the curtain of their day-to-day lives. This week, meet David Bui, General Manager of Schmicko – Sydney and Melbourne’s go-to for reliable mobile car care services without the headache.

What do you do? Who for? And how does it benefit them?

We are Sydney and Melbourne’s go-to for reliable mobile car care services without the headache. We are revolutionising the way day-to-day drivers (residential) and company fleets/cars (commercial) take care of their cars. With highly-vetted technicians to conveniently service your car at your location and time, there has never been a better choice. Services range from car wash, car detailing, roof lining repairs, dash cam installations, paint protection, window tinting and much more.

You’ve got a free half hour during your workday. What do you do?

I like to catch up on financial and business news regarding stock markets, cryptocurrency, digital marketing and real estate, etc – boring, I know.

When did you know you wanted to start your own business?

Since I was a university student; I always found myself digging through the internet to discover the next best thing to sell. I still have my collection of ideas stored online till this day.

What’s your proudest moment?

A blessing in disguise, but coming out stronger on the other side after COVID-19. It was a big ‘wow’ moment for our team.

What’s your number one way to wind down?

I live and breathe basketball – it is my go-to.

What’s the best thing about being a soloist? And the worst thing?

Being a soloist can be quite the double-edged sword. It offers great flexibility and freedom to really turn on the tap when you want to, and vice versa. However, on the flipside, it does come with its fair share of responsibility and pressure.

What’s the best piece of business advice you’ve ever been given?

Never be in a rush to fail.

Where and when do you have your best ideas?

Ironically, in times of hardship and pressure, I tend to come up with better ideas.

What would be your advice to aspiring soloists?

Celebrate your wins, no matter how small they are – focus more on progress as opposed to ‘success’, and be better than yesterday.

What would your parents say is your greatest strength? And weakness?

Strength: Ambition and determination.

Weakness: My cooking haha!

What do you wear to work?

Nothing beats casual and comfy.

Find out more about Schmicko!

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