Biz Extra
Published: February 18, 2022 | Updated: 21st February 2022
Each week we shine the spotlight on a prominent person in Dorset and ask him, or her, for answers to our part fun/part serious questionnaire. This time…
His favourite TV show is Top Gear, he’d like to share a car with Elon Musk, gets angry at people paying late and chooses Sandbanks as his favourite place in Dorset.
Chris Kane, Director, Greendale Construction Ltd, takes the ‘hot seat’ for our popular 20 Questions.
Question: What is your favourite TV show?
Answer: Top Gear.
Q: Who would you like to share a car with?
A: Elon Musk.
Q: The best bit of my job is…?
A: Seeing the beautiful buildings we create.
Q: And the worst?
A: At present, dealing with supply issues including staff.
Q: Who was your childhood hero?
A: My Dad.
Q: What’s your favourite smell?
A: Fresh tarmac being laid.
Q: Where’s your favourite place in Dorset?
A: Sandbanks.
Q: What advice would you give to anyone starting out on a career?
A: Choose something you are passionate about.
Q: What was your first record/CD?
A: ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ by Pink Floyd.
Q: What gets you angry?
A: Not much really, except people paying late!
Q: Do you have a favourite piece of music?
A: ‘In the Air Tonight’ by Phil Collins.
Q: What are the qualities you look for in a new employee?
A: Hard-working, respectful, honest and passionate.
Q: What’s your favourite food or dish?
A: Steak and chips.
Q: Steamed sponge pudding and custard or a plate of melon?
A: Neither, cheese and biscuits please!
Q: Name the best thing about living/working in Dorset?
A: Where we live.
Q: If you were Prime Minister for the day what would be the first thing you do?
A: Have a party! Only joking. Try and provide more support for young people starting out in business.
Q: What’s your biggest frustration?
A: Traffic jams.
Q: Where’s your favourite holiday location?
A: The Alps.
Q: Where do you see yourself in ten years’ time?
A: In Dorset and The Alps but still working.
Q: What would you like to be remembered for?
A: Being easy to get on with and good fun.
