In this episode, I interview Steve Stewart-Keene. Steve shares his story with us, that begins with a life-changing motorcycle accident and how he had to consider the career options available to him. He talks about some of his earlier jobs before taking on a role with The Prince's Trust, helping vulnerable young people get their lives back on track. Steve then shares how he took a great leap and left the United Kingdom to start and run a resort in the South African bush. He shares some of the challenges that he needed to overcome to make this a reality.

Having made a success of the resort and running it for nine years, Steve talks about his return to the UK and how, after several jobs, found a massively fulfilling role, co-caring for a disabled young man.   

Key Takeaways

• Knowing your product (or service) and believing in it, is key to you making a success of your role
• You can come up with a lot of reasons not to do something. If you have an idea and you believe in it, do the research, look at alternatives, think about worst-case scenarios, and then plan
• In addition to having a plan, always have a plan B
• Have patience and look at things holistically - understand the big picture
• You need to develop the ability to sell what you are doing
• Be flexible and adaptable and be willing to change things that are not working
• Take feedback from others, sometimes it is not only your plan
• Understand that the world is a bigger place and expose yourself to diverse cultures and experiences
• Enjoy what you do, many people don't
• Obstacles are there to be overcome

Resources Mentioned
Steve spoke about his work and career at The Prince's Trust

Books Mentioned
Steve recommends the following books:

• Jonathan Livingston Seagull: A story by Richard Bach
• Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah by Richard Bach

Connect with Steve
Steve does not have a social media presence but listeners are welcome to contact him via the show.