First and foremost Gareth is a foster carer to three children.

Whilst he’s busy mentoring them, a business coach is helping him find his way. Creating a freelance business that can flex to fit around the demands of the home first.

He also proves that putting your face and story to your business (even reluctantly) can have a great effect. People know you. Understand you. Warm to you. Trust you. (Work with you).

What happens when we keep an open mind to the path we might take?
When we listen to the needs of others? When we experiment - see what works?
When we hire others? When we put our own lifestyle first?
When we try and be ridiculously useful?

For Val Geisler the answers took her on a path from store managing to expert in a niche (with a diversion via motherhood on the way).
Testing the need. Building community. Taking care of herself.
Listening for the whisper of the other paths.