“A few friends, a pal's paraglider to 'play' with and a couple of hours to kill waiting for the right wind for take off.

Then it struck us... a large field, a beer (or three) for courage and an old car! What could possibly go wrong?

Nothing I thought at first, as I walked behind the gently accelerating car. Then jogged. Then began sprinting like Linford Christie as the harness tightened, the pain kicked in and my feet left the ground.

Then as the bumper gave way and both it and I floated towards a looming pylon, the idea to 'ditch' seemed the best option. By far.

You might say I'm pretty fearless. But the one thing I'd never do is leave Kinetic. Not only because of the people, the atmosphere and attitude. Or the fact that they've over 22 years experience in recruitment services.

But because of the progressive thinking, the excitement that abounds and the passion we share for the business. Why would I want to work anywhere else?”