In this, the first part of a special double header, we chat with Andy McAvoy, Regional Director – Scotland for Your NRG.
“Don’t wait for the storm to pass but learn to dance in the rain.”ANDY MCAVOY
Sum up your working life in 25 words or fewer.
Over three decades in the industry leveraging hands on expertise in sales, operations and leadership, to drive growth, efficiency and safety, across the industry
Describe yourself in 3 words.
Determined. Focused. Conscientious.
What were your childhood / early ambitions?
To be a policeman.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
To fly.
The best advice you’ve ever received?
Don’t wait for the storm to pass but learn to dance in the rain. Very apt.
Your top tips for business success?
Work hard together for the common goal.
What’s the last photo you took on your phone?
My Grandson in his new toy, electric-powered tractor
If you could have dinner with any person, living or dead, who and why?
Mohammed Ali.
You can only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what is it?
Wouldn’t know where to start.
The best thing about your job?
Developing stars for the future.
The quality that you most admire?
Humility.
What are you most likely to say?
Yes, we can do that.
What are you least likely to say?
That’s impossible.
Describe your perfect day.
All the family in one location, starting with a brisk morning walk, having good times throughout the day, ending with some good food, a few beers and plenty of laughter.
Your favourite sports team?
Glasgow Rangers Football Club.
If you could be any fictional character, who and why?
Batman – can’t say enough about the Batman!
Share your greatest personal achievement.
Seeing my three sons do very well in their chosen careers.
Share your pet hate or biggest irritant.
Rudeness.
What would your Mastermind specialist subject be?
Sharks.
If you were PM what would be the first law you’d pass?
I never discuss politics.
If you had a time machine, would you go to the future or the past?
Always look ahead – the future
What is number 1 on your bucket list?
Swim with sharks.
If you were Editor of Fuel Oil News magazine, what’s your first article?
Sharks in UK waters!! – really no idea on this one.
What 3 things would you take to a desert island?
Hatchet. Fishing line. Flint.
Something about you people would be surprised by?
My fascination for sharks
Image credit: Andy McAvoy, Your NRG
