When I was a kid, there was a sign on the back door - "If it is to be, it is up to me" and that became the  mantra of my life.  The idea that each one of us can control most of what happens in our lives, that we can be the masters of our own destiny.  I've pursued this theory in my own life  and am dedicated to help others pursue it in theirs, in their health, and beyond.  Originally starting out working in the banking industry after studying commerce, I then went on to study medicine and became a General Practitioner.   I built a company around primary care called Atticus Health which quickly grew into a chain of medical clinics known for our involvement in the community.  What concerns me most about general practice is the importance of communication skills for Doctors.  You see, when I started working as a General Practitioner, I quickly realised that despite all my best intended lecturing to patients, it was very difficult for them to change, as it is for me.  And, I didn't want to do a job for 30 years simply kicking tyres or going through the motions, not improving the effectiveness and impact of many hours of my life spent as a Doctor.  So I questioned my own delivery, and kept working on it.  As a Doctor, I seek to fully understand, only then be understood, and whatever plans we come up with - in partnership, let's make really happen!