ON SUCCESS

Whitney Bromberg Hawkings, founder of Flowerbx:

‘Each month I think, “How can the next one be better?” For me, the goalposts of success are always changing, because no matter our achievements, we can always do better.’

Davina Mccall, TV presenter:

‘I believe you’ll always do well in everything if you just give more than expected.’

Lauren Armes, founder of Welltodo:

‘Speeding up your career progression often means slowing down and looking at what it is you want.’

Elle Macpherson, model and business founder:

‘I think I have a different definition of success now. When younger, I measured success by numbers of magazine covers or income earned, but now I think it’s more like navigating the ups and downs of life and keeping a sense of humour along the way.’

Nicole Kidman, actor:

‘It’s important not to be attached to success. That’s the kiss of death.’

Molly Guy:

‘Success has little to do with what comes your way and everything to do with how you handle it.’

Yasmin Le Bon, model:

‘Put yourself first, because no one else will. I say this to women especially because we’re hardwired to put others first and to make sacrifices. That’s fine, so long as we balance it with self-respect and a willingness to follow our own dreams.’