Version 6.0: Reaching for the Stars

I found myself in Tromso, gazing up at the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis or the Northern Lights, as they are more commonly known. The celestial ballets of light that paint the Arctic skies offer a mesmerising spectacle. As four shooting stars fell across the night sky, I found myself reflecting on life. So today, I will take you on a journey of introspection as I celebrate turning version 6.0.

I’ve grown unafraid to share my experiences and opinions at this stage of my life. I’ve been fortunate to traverse 52 countries, each visit carving lessons into my soul. But my journey hasn’t been without its challenges; growing up in the UK, I encountered the painful spectre of racism. These hurdles slowed my progress but did not stop me; I just had to jump higher.

My life has been a rollercoaster of career development, business failures, and numerous successes, and I’m still learning and growing. I recently found myself uttering the words, “I am living the life I’m meant to have,” this statement has become my mantra as I embark on the 6.0 version of myself.

This year has been a milestone year in my journey. I have had the privilege of speaking in front of two thousand Revenue Generators, CROs, CEOs, Sales Leaders and professionals. I’ve spent precious months in the embrace of my family, both in Antigua and America, all while continuing to work remotely. My calendar has been peppered with exciting adventures – flying over the Grand Canyon in the USA, witnessing the Northern Lights in Norway, and experiencing the magic of cherry blossoms in Japan in 2024, all in celebration of my 6.0 version.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with remarkable clients from South Africa, Egypt, Jordan, the UK, and the US. One particularly challenging case became an inspirational success story – my superpower lies in connecting with people, seeing their untapped potential, and guiding them towards greatness through new skills and unrealised strengths.

This transformation led to an additional $10 million in revenue within nine months in one sales operation. The journey to sales excellence began with each individual believing in their abilities and the collective power of their team under solid leadership.

People often comment that I look 15 years younger; although true, the mindset is more important than youthful physical appearance. Mine is rooted in the strength inherited from my parents and my commitment to nurturing my mind and body through exercise and yoga. I’ve learned to trust my experiences, embracing who I am while liberating myself from the expectations of others. I have realised that I am my own harshest critic and most ardent supporter; I choose which.

I used to say, “If it is to be, it is up to me.” I’ve learned that sheer will is insufficient; you must also believe in your will to succeed. The beauty of reaching version 6.0 is that there’s no time to waste – it’s now or never!

I’ve created a video series called “6.0 Tips” (check October LinkedIn posts) because I have stories to share, lessons to impart, and inspiration to offer. I want to celebrate my ongoing journey and ask you – what version of yourself are you? Are you living the life you are meant to have? If not, why not? Are you being the person you are meant to be? If not now, then when?

Surprisingly, while watching the Northern Lights, I experienced a deep sense of sadness. Version 6.0 brings with it a phase of letting go, a transition into a new chapter of life. It means saying goodbye to certain things; perhaps I won’t run more marathons, and that’s perfectly okay. Change and transformation are inevitable in life, and it’s both a sorrowful and exhilarating process.

There are more places I want to explore, cultures to experience, and countless adventures waiting to unfold. To embrace the future, I must release the past, and while it brings a touch of sadness, it also excites me for the journey ahead.

As I look forward to more reasons to celebrate and endless adventures, I am profoundly grateful for the life I’ve lived, the work I do, and the impact I create. I cherish my family and the friends I’ve gained along the way.

They say, “You cannot take it with you”, so I intend to give more than I get. Life is a symphony of change. I am exhilarated about what I have yet to experience from version 6.0, living the life I am meant to have.