Beyond9to5 Podcast
"Listen to Denise as she jokes about leaving school with only a swimming certificate, and ended up running and owning an International Interior Design Company."
Dr Chinwe Ude interviewing Denise in the studio of Nakita Dean Hart of NDH Productions studio. One of the young entrepreneurs she mentors.
Listen as Denise tells the story about who influenced her, gave her support and believed in her at school. How she left a South East London Council flat and ended up designing the houses for the rich and famous.
How she reinvented herself many times and pushed herself outside her comfort zones constantly. Never saying no to a challenge and why working in a male dominated world, spurred her on even more. From becoming a lone parent and still working and studying, she never gave up as she wanted to provide a better life for herself and then her children.
Changing careers many times, the twists and turns of her life. From employment, self employment, how she became a CEO, a Borough Councillor, teacher, tutor and now an Enterprise Manager, running a Charity in Kent.
With her vast knowledge and expertise, she decided that she wanted to pass the mantle on.
In the ever changing work place, it’s vital that you stand out and get the best advice possible. You can’t be an expert in every aspect of your business, so make sure you learn from as many people as possible. Even if it is what not to do.
