In this episode of the Meet Your Inspiration podcast, Rich and Meri sit down with Nick Inge, CEO of iTrust and co-founder of Worldly Wise, to dive into his extraordinary career and the guiding principles that have shaped his life. Nick’s story is one of embracing diverse experiences, from military boarding school to years spent working and traveling abroad, to serving two decades in intelligence and anti-corruption within Kent Police. The conversation explores how each twist—whether teaching unexpectedly at a boarding school, backpacking through Asia, or exposing internal corruption—fuelled his drive for integrity and adaptability.Nick reflects on the lesson learned from his family’s motto, “Do what you want to do” and insists that fulfilment comes from pursuing experiences that truly resonate with you, rather than following predefined paths. He shares candid moments of academic challenges, the value of real-world jobs, and how resourcefulness and empathy helped shape his approach as a police officer and later, as a business leader.The episode delves into the founding of iTrust, a platform designed to foster transparency, anonymous feedback, and safer workplaces, born from Nick’s frustration with the taboo of “speaking up.” He emphasises that genuine impact and professional satisfaction are found in helping others and encouraging open dialogue—not just chasing profits. As co-founder of Worldly Wise, Nick reveals how he’s creating opportunities for young people to expand their horizons, championing inclusion and women in STEM fields.Key moments: Include the importance of carving your own path, accumulating diverse experiences, embracing change, and maintaining authentic communication in business and life. Nick’s philosophy urges us to take every opportunity, stay true to ourselves, and recognise that every small action “creates its own luck” and builds future opportunities.• Carve your own path; don’t be defined by others’ expectations.• Accumulate diverse experiences; every job teaches valuable lessons.• Don’t fear change; use restlessness as momentum to find better fits.• Real impact comes from helping others and building trust, not just chasing profits or titles.• Embrace teamwork, adaptability, and honest communication.• Keep learning, stay authentic, and never underestimate the power of getting started.00:00 - Do What You Want to Do01:12 - Life After School: A Gap Year Adventure04:10 - University Life and Valuable Lessons06:23 - Backpacking Through Australia and Asia09:50 - A Brief Stint in Chartered Accountancy10:49 - From Accountancy to the Police Force19:40 - Early Days and Mentorship in the Police22:41 - Becoming an Informant Handler29:57 - Climbing the Ranks: Becoming a Sergeant35:54 - The Transition from Police to Entrepreneur36:36 - The Birth of iTrust39:08 - The Genesis of iTrust44:32 - How the iTrust Platform Works48:15 - Exposing Corruption with iTrust49:31 - Deterring Wrongdoing and Building Trust52:47 - A Lean Business Model56:10 - The Origin of Worldly Wise01:00:00 - Scaling Worldly Wise to Empower Students01:01:56 - The Impact of Inspiring the Next Generation01:06:04 - Creating Opportunities vs. Luck01:08:45 - The Accidental Social Media Strategy01:12:56 - Building the iTrust Brand01:15:54 - Pursuing Your Dream Without Excuses01:16:18 - The Power of Brand Presence01:17:19 - Connecting with Nick01:17:38 - A Story in Progress01:18:05 - Outro & Thank You for WatchingOur sponsors:Hempstead Hose and Hotel, our hostshttps://www.hempsteadhouse.co.uk/What’s on in Kent a website and app to help you find out what to do each day in Kenthttps://whatsoninkent.com/ Special thanks to Charlie our editor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-smith-42b74a121/ #DoWhatYouWant, #CreateYourOwnLuck, #CarveYourOwnPath, #DiverseExperiences, #SpeakUpCulture, #EmbraceFeedback, #TrustInBusiness, #10XMindset, #WomenInSTEM, #YouthEmpowerment