Whilst the dream of moving abroad has become a much more accessible reality for many, starting a life from scratch in a foreign country is not always a straight-forward task. When expats start to build a business in their new home, they often find themselves presented with a number of unique challenges to overcome. So how do you become a successful entrepreneur as an expat?
David García González, a Spaniard who has founded one of the most successful translation and localisation companies in the UK, answers this very question in his book Chancing Your Arm: How I Made It Big in Britain. This 2nd edition shares his personal story of overcoming obstacles and succeeding in both business and life, not only in the UK, but also now in his new home in the US.
Chancing Your Arm is an unapologetically honest account of David’s journey from growing up in a northern Spanish town, discovering a love for linguistics, and taking the risk of moving abroad to becoming a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and CEO of GoLocalise. In his book, David reveals his theory of life and business called ‘being bulletproof’ and explains how it has helped him build resilience and shape his success.
In the words of 2015 Business Mentor of the Year, Martin Norbury, David “embodies the true spirit of the entrepreneur”. Not only is David committed to providing practical support to current and future business owners, Chancing Your Arm empowers all readers with self-belief and celebrates the determination and courage shown by entrepreneurs.
In addition to David’s early entrepreneurial journey and the fascinating history of words and phases he shares, within this 2nd edition, Chancing Your Arm also includes his personal and professional reflections and lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic and how he navigated a further move to the US, where he is now based in Ft. Lauderdale.
David’s book is more than just a personal account. It serves as a practical guide for readers looking to excel on their expat and business journeys written accessibly for anyone to enjoy. By openly sharing his real experiences, including big triumphs and challenging setbacks, he gives readers the opportunity to learn and apply these lessons to their own lives.
David’s unique personal story, authenticity, and extensive experience make Chancing Your Arm both an enjoyable read and an invaluable resource for aspiring entrepreneurs, would-be expats, established business professionals, and individuals seeking personal growth.
The 2nd edition of Chancing Your Arm: How I Made It Big in Britain is published by Rethink Press and available on Amazon.
Spanish-born David García González is an English and Spanish audiovisual translator turned multi-award-winning entrepreneur and business owner. David runs GoLocalise, a localisation company specialising in the audiovisual field (translation, subtitling and voice-overs). Under David’s leadership, GoLocalise grew three-fold and achieved international recognition. He currently speaks at events, conferences and universities in the UK and overseas, and enjoys sharing his knowledge and business sense with his fellow translators and entrepreneurs both online and offline. He helps businesses of all sizes communicate their message.g
