‘The unexpected Xmas story according to Ben Leg’ Part II.

But Ben was good at explaining things, if his fingers provided the Midas touch, then his tongue would inspire many from far and wide to delight in his pearls of wisdom. But convincing Risa was not a challenge he warmly embraced, especially after seeing her reaction that he was now downgrading her from first class travel to tuctuc. Surely it was every girl’s dream to go on a tour of the UK in a tuctuc- wasn’t it?!

Strangely, Risa wasn’t convinced by Ben’s Spanish greeting, ‘Ola’ to the UK public. Sure, he managed to pull the crowds, but Leeds and Liverpool still seemed like a long way from South Ken.

As they drove late into the night, Ben could see a bright rising star.

‘Keep your eyes on the road Ben!’ said Risa as the tuctuc swerved to avoid an old lady.

Once more, Ben had been caught looking at himself in the mirror. He was indeed a rising star, and whilst Risa may have been uncomfortable…

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Every year I do a Christmas nativity story. This is usually dedicated to an individual who has shown me love, warmth, and friendship; someone who has helped me through the year and brought smiles and laughter to my life. This year I choose the Portfolio Collective. It may be slightly contrived as I haven’t yet had time to fully appreciate your personalities, but if it brings some festive spirit, then it will be worth the effort. (as ever, there is no intention to offend) So here goes:

A long time ago, in a place called ‘America’, there lived a man with a big smile. He was an excitable chap with bundles of energy, and for good reason. The angel of the lord came to see him out of the blue one night. He couldn’t remember if his name was Peter or Malcolm, anyhow, suffice to say he was shiny on top. The Angel told him that if he ‘swiped right’ the good lord would bring him a beautiful wife and after much nocturnal fun they shall have a child, and he shall be called Jesus.

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Great ’speed meet’ session today. As ever, I wasn’t sure whether to attend, but I’m glad I did. A refreshing way to spend a Friday lunchtime. What did I learn from my experience:

1.) Gerup is Scottish for group. (Sorry Fiona, I do enjoy our banter)

2.) Jesus is real and TPC don’t keep him locked in a cupboard.

3.) TPC has attracted a great bunch of personalities.

4.) Meeting a person face to face is so much more engaging.

5.) I am 80% more likely to give future business to someone I have met, than through reading their profile or visiting their website.

6.) Collectively we all want each other to succeed and this certainly resonates.

p.s. you will enhance your profile with a cute dog. Cats next team please, but no Horses Silvia!

p.p.s good luck next week

Last night I had a dream! To some that may usher alarm-bells; to others perhaps some intrigue. Either way if you are brave enough to read on, then perhaps, disclaimers aside, this may bring a little light humour to your busy day.

I suddenly found myself in the playground, perspiring and confused. I reached to scratch my chin and indeed I did still have a beard. I looked down and to my surprise I was only wearing my underpants! Jeez, this was embarrassing, ‘still’, I thought to myself, ‘at least this is all on zoom’!

Then, rather abruptly, Miss Hart approached and took the papers from my satchel.

“What’s this Reader?!” she enquired.

“It’s my homework Miss,” I replied looking rather coy.

“But you haven’t done any. And what you have done is peppered with spelling and punctuation mistakes!”

She was right; I had no defence. If ever there was a ‘word smith’ it was her. She had me cornered and I needed a distraction.

“BREAK OUT TIME!” sh…

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Wow! Just listened to a Ben Legg podcast on 40 minute mentor. It’s not my style to be a sycophant, but sometimes you just have to stand in awe. I’m not quite sure what the army did to him in Bosnia, but it’s like he’s wired- literally! If my brain has become tuned to an 80mph thrill ride in the family SUV, then Ben’s just lapped me several times over in his F1 car. It’s insane just how quickly he articulates. Every word counts; there is no waffle. It’s like his brain is on speed. I just wonder if he ever switches off and recharges, or is he a prototype for the next Tesla human battery?!

It now makes sense why the catapult course is so intense. I’ve read all the biographies of the great entrepreneurs, but I’ve never been as inspired by a podcast.

One thing I have noticed about successful people is that, without diminishing their genius, they do seem to have a higher entity which follows them through life and joins the dots. Ben…

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