I Thought I'd Left It Too Late
At 55, Perry Wilson had less than £4,000 in his pensions and no savings. He shares how starting again led him to write a book, build wealth and found The League.
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The Courage to BeginSeptember 2026
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Read the complete issue How Writing a Book Changed the Trajectory of My Business
Sophie Milliken MBE explains how writing a book made her experience visible, sharpened her thinking and changed the direction of her business.
The Network the North East Was Missing
Joe Wilson shares how struggle, fatherhood and a stubborn belief in North East talent brought him back to NAMI, this time determined to build it properly.
From Shetland Steps to the Strongwoman Podium
Shauna Moar went from struggling with coordination to competing as a world-class strongwoman. She shares what the sport taught her about patient, repeatable progress.
How Harvey & Hugo Grew Through the Hard Years
Charlotte Nichols started her PR agency in a recession. Seventeen years on, she shares how a small team and honest conversations carried it through the hard years.
A Coach Who Keeps Owners at the Table
Ian Kinnery shares why helping owners grow their businesses also means helping them stay present for the people waiting at home.
Experience Still Has Work to Do
Julian Campbell has had a long and varied career, and he's still exploring what comes next. Through Edge of Maturity, he's helping others connect, keep growing and use their experience to shape the years ahead.
People Before Properties
Michelle Walker-Smith built Aqua Lettings from her dining table. More than a decade later, putting people first still keeps landlords and tenants loyal.
One Small Step
Lorraine Ellison reflects on the small acts of curiosity that carried her through learning, recovery and building a business.
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