I’ve spent my life proving one thing: you can reinvent yourself at any age — and more than once.
I left school at 16 with fewer O‑levels than expected and a dream of becoming an architect. Life had other plans, so I began an apprenticeship in telecommunications, worked my way through ONC, HNC, and eventually earned a degree through City University. Later, I returned to Cranfield University to complete my Masters — a journey built on persistence, curiosity, and refusing to accept the limits others set.
My career took me through engineering, consultancy, and senior management roles across multiple industries. Life was stable and predictable — until 2004, when everything changed. My father passed away, and I became a full‑time carer for my mother as she battled Alzheimer’s. It was the hardest role I’ve ever taken on, and it reshaped my priorities forever.
When life settled, I rebuilt again.
In my 50s, I trained in property…
…and built a 19‑unit portfolio in just 18 months using a simple, repeatable formula. I qualified as a mortgage advisor, explored multiple business models, and — like many — learned the hard way that “silver bullet” Internet Marketing promises rarely deliver.
But I didn’t give up on the idea of building something meaningful online.
Instead, in my 60s, I focused on creating real digital assets.
Writing, teaching, and building products that help people develop skills, confidence, and creativity — without hype, shortcuts, or false promises.
Today, my work centres around three things:
1. Writing & Publishing
I’m the author of Painless Property Investing (PPI), available in both print and digital editions. My writing blends experience, humour, and practical guidance for people who want to take control of their financial future.
You can find the physical book on Amazon, and the digital edition on my website.
2. Creative Education
I’m currently developing the Children’s Book Writing Course, a practical, beginner‑friendly programme designed to help aspiring authors write, structure, and publish their own children’s books.
3. Digital Entrepreneurship
I’ve worked with mentor John Thornhill, whose straight‑talking approach helped me cut through the noise and focus on building a genuine online business.
I’m now part of the ClickBank Product Club (CBPC) — a free‑to‑join programme that teaches everyday people how to build digital income streams using proven systems, real training, and practical tools. If you’d like to explore CBPC for yourself, you can join through my referral link — it’s completely free, and it’s the same programme I use to build my own digital assets.
Alongside this, I write daily on my DTOnline blog, covering everything from social media and Internet Marketing to quirky observations about everyday life. My goal is simple: to help people learn, laugh, and build something of their own.
If you’re exploring property, writing, or online business, I’m always happy to share what I’ve learned. And if you’re ready to start building your own digital income stream, CBPC is a great place to begin — and it won’t cost you a penny to join.
Here’s to new chapters, new ideas, and new beginnings.
To your success, Dave Thomas