I like my guiding to be as varied as possible and enjoy guiding children, students and senior citizens. I work with individuals and families using chauffeur cars, and with overseas groups attending conferences or on business trips. I try to remember that most people are taking a tour as a leisure experience and want to have fun as well as to learn. It's important to focus on what the client really wants and to be as flexible and light hearted as the situation warrants. I became a Blue Badge Tourist Guide at 30 years old and have plenty of experience. I worked on the London Olympics since shortly after we won the bid and handled marketing, press and PR for professional guides in the lead up to, during and post Games. I am an expert on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.  I have trained guides for various clients including English Heritage and the Rugby Football Union. Conversely, my other special interest is all things to do with the countryside, particularly equestrianism, horse racing and country sports. I have travelled over most of the world and find it easy to empathise with overseas visitors and adapt to their culture.