SUNNY

CHATHA

3 WORDS TO DESCRIBE ME

Ambitious. Resilient. Empathetic.

TEA OR COFFEE?

Tea!

WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU WERE GROWING UP?

A psychologist.

WHAT WERE YOU LIKE AT SCHOOL?

Awful! I was sassy and the class clown!

WHAT DID YOU FIND DIFFICULT?

Concentrating, because I daydreamed all the time.

MY CAREER

One of my biggest challenges was leaving a job I’d trained for over six years and walking away from that industry. I’ve always doubted myself, but I’ve never given up. I think a big part of what kept me going was not wanting to feel like a failure.

My journey has shown me that changing direction isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes, it’s exactly what you need to do to find something that suits you better.

WHAT DO I ACTUALLY DO?

My day usually starts at 7am with the school run, followed by the gym and then work. I might work from home or head out to meet clients.

As a founder, I help businesses manage their day-to-day tasks and keep things running smoothly. The best part of my job is meeting new people.

And something that might surprise you? It’s not as boring as it sounds — founders are fun people to work with!

MY ADVICE

HAVE FUN EVERY DAY

I wish I’d known when I was younger that we should be aiming to have fun every single day!

IT’S OKAY TO CHANGE DIRECTION

Life is only as serious as we make it. If things don’t go to plan, it’s okay to change direction or become someone different.

YOU DON’T NEED IT ALL FIGURED OUT

Ignore anyone who tells you that you need to have your whole future planned out. You can work things out as you go.

INTERESTED IN STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS?

GET SOME EXPERIENCE

Try working freelance for a company for a few hours a week. It’s a great way to learn how businesses work and discover what you enjoy.

KEEP UP WITH NEW TECHNOLOGY

Technology is always changing, so keep learning about new tools and developments that could help you in your work.

THE MYTH?

Running a business is boring! There are lots of different things to do, new people to meet and opportunities to explore.

REMEMBER:

“If things don’t go to plan, it’s okay to change direction or become someone else.”