I'm a lifestyle entrepreneur cultivating a balanced integration of mindful living, innovation, and meaningful work.During the week, I’m committed to building positive connections, advising on strategic investments, and fostering impactful projects. In the evenings and on weekends, I’m a dedicated family man with 5½ kids (and no, that’s not a typo), who enjoys rising with the sun, staying fit, socialising with friends, and embracing all that life has to offer.The rest is not my CV it's just my story.I started my career in telecoms as a sales consultant back in 1992, moved into middle management in 1997 then started my own telecoms company in 1999.In 2002, I turned my attention online and did my first multiple six-figure launch with FOCAS (Free Online Communications Advisory Service), a company that was recognised by PwC as having extraordinary potential, nominated by the Comms National Awards for rapid market growth and contribution, and later sold under license to BPL Media.In 2004, I began sharing my knowledge and experience with high-growth potential businesses, advising in the areas of digital strategy, technology, sales and marketing.12 years later I founded Digital Directive, built The Online Business Information Exchange and launched Autom8, an on-demand DIY coaching program for lifestyle entrepreneurs and first time business owners.This year (2024), I decided to transition away from consultancy, invest in a social enterprise, and embrace a new way of life with my family in Dubai. Whilst I remain an enthusiastic strategist, advisor and broker, my focus has shifted towards personal fulfillment rather than financial gain. In life, I’m naturally attracted to 'Go Givers' more so than 'Go Getters,' so I surround myself with believers and achievers. If that happens to be a description of you please feel free to connect with me as I'd love to learn more about your passions. Mine are #business, #technology, and #people.My journey has been far from plain sailing but over the years I've come to learn that business isn't about money—it's about service to others so I remind myself that “it’s not my job to do it all but more my duty to get it done.”When I'm asked to sum up what I do for a living I say, "I turn good ideas into great assets, and great businesses into exceptional ones”.Ultimately, I have many goals in life but at my core I strive to stay active for as long as I possibly can, experience life with complete financial freedom, and leave a legacy. As such my focus remains life-work-balance.So that’s me, what about you?