This book is a result of all the knowledge, opportunities and experiences afforded to me by wonderful people from all aspects of my life. Everyone has played a part in getting me to this point in my career and I thank you all.

In particular, I am eternally grateful to my mother and father for their love and support, and for preparing me as a child for life and for my future career ahead.

My husband, William, for your deep love and support, and for helping me gain the courage to continually step out of my comfort zone — knowing you are there to back me every step of the way as we travel this journey together. I love you so very much. Thank you.

My boys, Hugo and Sebastian, for your love, laughter and cheekiness which makes me smile every day and motivates me to do the very best job I can so I may be a good role model to you both.

My brothers Justin and Adam for your love and support, for continually challenging my thinking over the years and for being wonderful friends to me.

My friends from all aspects of my life for your love and support and for sharing your life, thoughts and learning with me along the way.

My staff and consultants over the years. I am so grateful for your input, friendship, work and help.

My clients for believing in me and entrusting your people and businesses to me. I love working with you all and thank you for that opportunity.

My chief editor, Geoff Bartlett, for helping me through the years, and for giving me the courage to write a book! I look forward to sharing this next part of the journey with you.

Wiley Publishing — my new friends, Lucy, Chris, Jem, Peter, Ingrid and Dylan — thank you for believing in me and for all of your help. It is so much appreciated.