Ever had a wild idea like making a surf club for women who are landlocked in the city? When Kylie Griffiths did just that with London Girls Surf Club, she was onto something.

That far-out idea is now a fully fledged network offering support and buddies for those apprehensive about venturing into the ocean alone, with trips around the UK and abroad.

Kylie hasn’t always been an avid surfer and started out in the fashion industry as a stylist while also dabbling in DJing. As well as Surf Club, she also runs her own creative agency DIY, which operates within the skate, surf and lifestyle sector.

Want to know how she did it? Here are Kylie’s five steps towards becoming your own boss.

5 steps to take to become your own boss