About me...
- After completing my studies at Agricultural College, I began my professional life pursuing a career in farming. However,I could not see it as a long-term future, so decided to seek opportunities elsewhere.
- Following my departure from farming, I entered the banking sector. Initially, I found branch banking to be unsatisfying , prompting me to transfer to a different department within the bank. This change proved beneficial; I found myself enjoying the work, thriving both professionally and personally, and soon moved into management positions in various locations.
- Giving presentations, constructing and delivering training programmes formed a major part of my work at this time.
- After approximately fifteen years in banking, I left to start my own business dealing with many major companies until my 'official' retirement date.
- Subsequently, I spent several years working as a Domiciliary Care Assistant, supporting individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease, stroke, heart attack, and various forms of paralysis. This rôle demanded well-developed communication skills, and I found it both challenging and rewarding, offering opportunities to make a positive impact on people's lives.
- Acting as a volunteer mentor to people newly-released from prison is an important element in my 'retirement'. Again, this capacity required considerable tact and understanding, and a complete absence of judgementalism.
- In addition, I provided coaching in interview and presentation skills - though this was not confined to candidates who had served prison sentences.
- My time is also occupied as a church organist and choir director in my home village in Devon, England, allowing me to remain active and engaged within my community; I often read the Lessons at Church Services.
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