A Highly Successful Partnership

From factory floor to dance studio entrepreneur – one man’s story of grit, growth and getting on. Mike Tanner charts an extraordinary life shaped by hard work, resilience and real-world wisdom, from a modest childhood in 1930s Birmingham to building a successful career in senior management and launching a thriving dance studio business. This inspiring memoir blends personal narrative with social commentary, offering a sharp-eyed look at class, opportunity and the true nature of success. With humour and honesty, Tanner reveals how determination, practical learning and a lifelong partnership helped him thrive in an era of rigid expectations. A must-read for lovers of British memoirs, post-war history and entrepreneurial spirit, this is a story that proves success isn’t defined by academic achievement—but by attitude, adaptability, and self-belief.