What if everything you thought success looked like... wasn't the thing at all?

In this emotional, wise, and deeply human episode, I sit down with Norman Mayhew, entrepreneur, mentor, and founder of The Sussex Sign Company, for a conversation that is as raw as it is inspiring.

From growing up in poverty and dealing with childhood trauma, to building a million-pound business and learning how to define “enough,” Norman’s story is a moving reminder that the most valuable things in life often aren’t things at all.

💬 Norman opens up about:

• Growing up with violence, shame, and the tally man at the door
• His fight to break the cycle for his kids — and the cost that came with it
• Why dignity in work matters more than what’s in the bank
• The lessons learned from 30 years in business and 60+ years in life
• The moment he realised that love is the only thing that really counts

This isn’t a business podcast. This is a conversation about being human.

👉 Whether you’re a founder, leader, parent, or someone just trying to hold it all together, this one will move you, shake you, and maybe even help you breathe a little deeper.

📍 Key Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

04:34 – Redefining Success After 30 Years

16:19 – Childhood Trauma & the Drive to Break the Cycle

21:26 – The Regrets of Working Too Much

29:29 – The School System is Broken

34:35 – All They Wanted Was Time

43:03 – Dignity in Work: A Brother’s Story

55:38 – Building the Sussex Sign Company From Scratch

1:10:22 – Leadership, Loyalty & Lifelong Lessons

1:47:11 – Final Reflections

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