and the number one piece of advice we offer is so simple and well-known it often surprises people: fail to prepare – then prepare to fail. "pay attention, scout properly and it can be dealt with. question 3: what is the most challenging in your business right now? it’s a matter of going there and seeing with your own eyes. it´s much easier when you have a fast car as i do have. there is also a special life in the little objects we make. we are always aware of where our money is, where it is going, and what it is doing to us. 