Try, Try Again

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Jason Barrell has endured more hard knocks than most. Born and raised in Northland, he was dyslexic and found schoolwork almost impossible. He left as soon as he could – semi-literate and with no qualifications, but went on to run a successful family business with his wife, before becoming a professional rugby player in the Super 12. When a broken neck ended his playing career he remained undeterred and, displaying great tenacity and perserverance, managed to pass all the entry exams and become a police officer.

Tragedy struck again, however, when a series of strokes forced him to undergo a life-threatening operation that left him semi-paralysed, brain-injured and unable to work. He was only 32.

But, while others may have rolled over and given into the depression, Jason knew it wasn’t for him and dug deep to find the inner strength that had already seen him through some tough times. Try, Try Again tells his story for the first time – the story of one man’s courage, determination and sheer bloodymindedness that is fascinating, amusing, at times heartbreaking, but ultimately uplifting. This is the story of one of life’s true winners, who has gone on to build a career as one of New Zealand’s most successful motivational speakers.

‘All great challenges start with yourself – Jason has faced his, but got on with his life and made the most out of it. It’s an amazing story that everyone can benefit from.’ Norm Hewitt

about the author

Elaine Weber McGough was born and raised in Canada, met her husband Grant in Europe and moved to New Zealand in 1987. Besides writing, she has worked as a freelance event and project manager, and has worked on a number of major international events for the NZ and US governments. She currently divides her time between Auckland and the Whangarei Heads, where she runs an accommodation business with her husband, and is working on her second book.