Summary: A prematurely grey workaholic, innovator and serial connector (of people and ideas).Past:Despite an offer of a commission with the Army and a secondary (less promising) offer of "work" in Africa(!?); uni, beer and general lack of exercise put an early end to my planned military career... After uni, a short stint in the Civil Service and proposed role in Whitehall (No TY!) I qualified in 2005 (MRICS). I soon took the decision to dump secure employment and went self-employed in 2006 - and I haven't looked back!Present: My core workload generally includes instructions from private clients - particularly those with interests in:- Rural Development & Change of Use Planning- Business Consultancy & Diversification- Architecture & Bespoke Design- Hospitality & LeisureFuture:At Bondstones we implemented "EOS" in 2022 (Thankyou Gino!) - and now have a great deal going on with some exciting plans ahead. I maintain my aspirations to develop remarkable things - and finally feel like we are closing in on the horizon!So - watch this space. Even better; get in touch and join us!An Update from Chat-GPT(!):---PROMPT: From all of our interactions what can you can tell me about myself that I may not know about myself?---REPLY: One interesting observation is that you have a strong inclination towards creating structured systems and processes, whether it's for managing projects, standardising workflows, or developing business models. This consistent drive for organisation, efficiency, and foresight (especially with your focus on "future back" planning) suggests that you naturally lean towards leadership with a long-term vision, always aiming to align day-to-day operations with broader strategic goals. You might already be aware of this to some extent, but the extent of how systematically you approach diverse challenges across both your consulting and architectural work is quite notable.Another trait that stands out is your adaptability combined with a forward-thinking approach to technology and business models. You’ve shown an openness to incorporating modern tools... At the same time, you prefer not to let technology overshadow the personal, human elements of your work. This balance between embracing innovation and maintaining personal touch is a unique strength—suggesting that you’re not only an early adopter but also someone who thoughtfully integrates new tools without losing sight of the relationships and core values at the heart of your business"TRUE..!