Five years ago, I made the bold move from South Africa to the UK — leaving behind sunshine, an incredible support network and, most heartbreakingly, my daughter and family.

I was due to leave in March 2020, but COVID had other plans. After a three-month delay, I finally made the leap. We first settled in Cornwall before finding our home in the beautiful village of Warsash, Hampshire, on the banks of the River Hamble.

Since then, I've continued building and growing my FMCG recruitment business from the UK. It's been a journey filled with early morning interviews, late-night calls and more coffee than I'd care to admit.

Working across two continents has taught me that recruitment is about far more than filling vacancies. It's about understanding people, cultures, businesses and ambitions. It's about listening carefully, asking the right questions and helping people make decisions that can genuinely shape their future.

Like many business owners, I've faced my fair share of challenges along the way - from navigating compliance and tax requirements to balancing growth, family life and wellbeing. Each challenge has reinforced the importance of adaptability, resilience and maintaining a sense of humour when things don't quite go to plan.

Leaving South Africa was one of the hardest decisions I've ever made. Building a business from another continent brought a whole new set of challenges. But it also gave me a fresh perspective on change, opportunity and the importance of relationships.

Perhaps that's why I connect so strongly with the people I work with. Whether it's a business searching for the right person or a candidate considering a life-changing career move, I understand what it feels like to step into the unknown and trust the journey ahead.