In 2007, I worked as a Software Project Coordinator before relocating to Cape Town due to my ex-husband’s career. After returning to Durban, our marriage faced challenges, leading to an amicable divorce in 2010. As a single parent, I balanced raising two young children and briefly worked at Nedbank, where I met my current husband, Mervin, whom I married in 2014. Motivated by the need for flexibility, I founded Cool Lake Specialist Contractors in 2010, overcoming financial hurdles to build a successful business offering various services. I also established a spa, despite initial skepticism, and now manage a thriving business with 30 staff members, over 12,600 clients, and multiple branches. Throughout my journey, a positive attitude has been key to overcoming challenges and achieving success.