Psychologies

“Not all leaders are loud there are different styles. Great leaders create other leaders, not followers”

Winter is biting and Christmas as we know it is in the balance but Scotty, as ever, is beaming and has a spring in her step. The former England football captain knows her purpose in life and is determined to follow through.›In fact, Alex Scott is so positive that she is grateful to social media bullies for opening her eyes, and heart, to therapy

Born in London’s Tower Hamlets, one of the poorest boroughs in Britain, in the shadow of Canary Wharf, one of the richest financial districts in the world, Alex was raised by her single mother, Carol McKee, in a neighbourhood that was low on aspirations. But Alex used the challenges of her background to develop courage and hone her strength, working tirelessly to achieve her sporting ambitions, first becoming the most-capped England player, then reinventing herself for a TV career as a sports pundit and presenter. The Lioness will not be caged.

Q We respect you, Alex. What is your formula, for the

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