Lord Philip Meacham of Hougun
from the desk of Lord Philip Meacham of Hougun
Who is Lord Philip?
Lord Philip Meacham is a highly accomplished dance teacher, business man, and entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in various fields. With a rich history in radio, television, and local government, he has spent over 55 years in the dance industry and is a renowned International Adjudicator, Judge, and Examiner.
Starting his career as a professional DJ, touring the country from a young age of 15, Lord Philip Meacham's passion for music and dance eventually led him to become a highly respected dance teacher. He has shared his knowledge and expertise with countless students over the years, helping them to develop their skills and pursue their dreams.
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In addition to his work in the dance industry, Lord Philip has also made significant contributions to various other fields. He has had a successful career in radio and television, and has held various positions in local government.
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Now, in his later years, Lord Philip lives a quieter life with his wife, grown children, and beloved pet dog, Bonnie, a cocker spaniel. Despite his many achievements, he remains humble and dedicated to his work, continuing to inspire and teach others in the world of dance.
Education
Lord Philip is a man with a remarkable story. His experience with education, or rather his lack thereof, has shaped his life in unexpected ways. Despite facing challenges early on, he has emerged as a successful business leader and education consultant.
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Growing up, Lord Philip struggled in school. He was bullied and found the academic work difficult to keep up with. As a result, he developed a hatred for education and dropped out of school at the age of 16 with a handful of unclassified CSEs. His future did not look bright, but he refused to give up.
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Lord Philip started his career as a salesman and quickly worked his way up the ranks of his first two companies. He found a natural talent for management and leadership, and it seemed that he had found his calling. However, a chance encounter changed the course of his life forever.
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At the age of 18, Lord Philip was approached by a local dance school to teach ballroom dancing. Despite having no prior teaching experience, he decided to give it a try. To his surprise, he loved it. He found that he had a natural talent for teaching and a passion for helping young people reach their full potential.
For the next few years, Lord Philip devoted himself to teaching dance. He quickly became a popular instructor and even won awards for his work. However, his experiences with education were not over yet.
One day, Lord Philip was headhunted by an educational establishment as a consultant. They were looking for someone with real-life experience who could offer insights into the education of young people. At first, Lord Philip was reluctant. After all, he had hated education all his life. But the more he thought about it, the more he realized that his experiences could be valuable.
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Lord Philip began working as a consultant, and it was a revelation. He found that he had a natural talent for understanding young people and their needs. He was able to connect with them on a level that most teachers could not. He realized that everyone is a potential winner, but we should not be fooled by their inability to show just what winners they can be with good mentoring.
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Today, Lord Philip is a respected education consultant and business leader. He has worked with schools and universities all over the world, helping them to develop strategies for reaching and engaging students. He believes that education is about more than just academic achievement. It is about helping young people find their passion and purpose in life.
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In conclusion, Lord Philip's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of finding one's calling. Despite facing adversity early on, he refused to give up and found success in unexpected ways. His experiences have given him a unique perspective on education, and he is using that perspective to help young people around the world reach their full potential.
What is your favourite type of music?
I love virtually every style – from Punk to Pavarotti. If I had to chose something right now, I find myself listening to a lot of 1980’s Soul.
What book are you currently reading?
Are you joking – I hardly ever pick up a book. Because of my bad education, it is far too much like hard work to be able to read, and if people find it hard work, they will not do it. That is me all over. I would much rather spend the time watching YouTube videos on all manner of subjects – from wrestling to lorry driving and everything in between. That is how I “educate” myself, through the medium of vision!
What annoys you most?
Two things really, people that do not or will not do what they promise, and people who do not finish things off.
What is you preferred work environment or way of working?
I like order. Everything in in place, and a good plan. I am fanatical about a plan, and I love using systems to help. Keeping up to date with technology is a must – by embracing the latest tools available, it makes life so much easier.
And your favourite tipple?
Easy one this – a glass of Brandy is my favourite!
Where is your favourite place to spend your time?
Dartmoor. The peace and quiet is just wonderful.
Who is your greatest inspiration?
Definitely my wife. She is such an amazing role model, a good Eastend girl with a public-school education, with an amazing sense of humour.
What do you wish you were better at?
Lots of things, but spelling is my nemesis. I just can’t do it! I type far too fast to get ideas out of my brain, and then the words are so badly spelt that even spellcheck cannot work out what I was trying to say. That’s embarrassing!
So, what is next for you?
I like to keep my hand in various things, just to keep the old grey matter in good shape, and watching other people develop and do well is a real passion.