18/08/2026
Over the last several years I’ve been trying to build a company that can function and remain profitable without being so heavily reliable on me being physically in the yard, in the office or fully reachable 24/7. Family holidays have often involved working with my laptop out poolside or pacing up and down on the beach taking a long work call whilst my family patiently wait for me to finish.
Well finally, I feel I may have cracked it!
With Emma running the office, Andy running the transport, and a team of drivers who know how to do their job properly, I was able to have 10 days off travelling around Europe with Jodie and the kids. My phone was on divert, I had a morning email from Emma detailing profit & loss and a quick nightly phone call with Andy to update me on the days events.
The first time in 7 years I feel like I’ve had an actual holiday! Some actual rest!
I’m back to the UK tomorrow and plan to have the rest of the week off to get things sorted at home before being back in the office on Monday but I would just like to say a massive thank you to Emma, Andy and my team! Having a business that can run itself with the right team and the right procedures in place is a huge milestone for us. I’m now looking forward to getting back to my 4th child 😂😉🤩🥳🚚
