After over 25 years of working in small independent business, I am using my experience to advise others who are embarking on their enterprise journey. I started my first small business straight out of university. Since then I have employed over 250 individuals, and created a successful brand and local institution, which I sold in 2016. Subsequently, I have worked with and advised a number of independent businesses in all aspects of business management. Now, I work with over 180 determined and driven women in Plymouth with the SHE-Plymouth project to share my experience, and to support them through all stages of their business growth and development. It is by far the most rewarding and enjoyable position I have held throughout my career.My day-to-day support sessions and workshops with this group of women inspires me, and gives me a sense of well-being and satisfaction I have never experienced before. I feel lucky and grateful every day doing what I do, long may it continue!