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On The Table Read Magazine, “the best entertainment eBook magazine UK“, Shattered Norms is Simon Mennell’s electrifying story of rising from a tough childhood to global business success, packed with raw insights and bold strategies to help you break free from limitations and redefine your own path.
Shattered Norms
In a world obsessed with polished resumes and predictable career paths, Simon Mennell’s Shattered Norms: A Punk’s Journey to the Boardroom is a defiant middle finger to convention. This isn’t just another self-help book or a dry business manual—it’s a raw, gripping memoir that doubles as a rally cry for anyone who’s ever felt boxed in by their past or suffocated by societal expectations.
Mennell, a global business leader, lays bare his extraordinary rise from a tough childhood to leadership roles in some of the world’s most successful companies, proving that grit, resilience, and unconventional thinking can rewrite any story.
Mennell’s journey is anything but typical. Born into humble beginnings, he faced personal and social barriers that could have easily derailed his ambitions. Yet, with unrelenting determination, he clawed his way to the top, shattering preconceived notions of what success looks like. Shattered Norms chronicles the trials, triumphs, and turning points that defined his path, offering readers a front-row seat to a life shaped by bold decisions and an unwavering refusal to conform.
What sets this book apart is its blend of raw storytelling and practical wisdom. Mennell doesn’t just recount his struggles—he distills them into actionable strategies for professionals at any stage of their career. From embracing risk to redefining personal and professional goals, the book is packed with real-world lessons on how to turn setbacks into stepping stones. Whether it’s navigating corporate politics or finding the courage to think differently, Mennell’s insights are as relatable as they are empowering.
Shattered Norms is more than a business book; it’s a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Mennell’s unflinching honesty about his poor upbringing and the challenges he overcame makes this a deeply personal read, while his hard-earned corporate wisdom ensures it’s a game-changer for anyone looking to climb the corporate ladder—or redefine success on their own terms. His anecdotes, drawn from years as a global executive, are both inspiring and instructive, offering a blueprint for building resilience, taking calculated risks, and breaking free from limitations.
Perfect for aspiring leaders, dream-chasers, or anyone tired of cookie-cutter career advice, Shattered Norms is a no-nonsense guide to achieving more in the boardroom and beyond. Mennell’s story is a powerful reminder that your past doesn’t define you, and success isn’t reserved for those who follow the rules—it’s for those who dare to rewrite them.
Break free. Redefine your path. Pick up Shattered Norms and start shattering your own norms today.
Simon Mennell
Recounting a journey of courage, my book will help you to reach your goals. Having had a difficult childhood, my mother’s mental health issues also meant that she taught me many things about life that helped me on my journey. My advice to anyone reading my book is don’t always chase the biggest pay check and make sure you spend time with your family and those who are important to you. I’ve also included some life lessons at the end for readers to reflect upon their own journey against mine.
–Simon Mennell
Simon Mennell current lives in York. A dedicated father and husband, his wife is Thai, and his children were born in Singapore. Simon likes to ride fast motorbikes, play the drums, guitar and piano and head out for a round of golf.
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