My own experience, though, as a business executive and as a governor, tells me that businesses are interested in a lot more than a low tax rate when they decide where to locate.

The number of business leaders who asked me to lower their taxes can be counted on one hand.

As governor, I'm spending my time focused in three areas: creating jobs, reducing the expense of government and schools.

My focus on the budget, though, has played second fiddle to what I believe is even more important - creating jobs.

I loved being a student more than being in school. I was kind of the nerd type; I was more into my career and my studies than the dances and being popular.

I was the youngest of four kids, and Dad, who had a garden centre before he retired, came from a large Lancashire family. Every one of my uncles had their own business, including a post office, two fish and chip shops and a painting and decorating business.

The mission for the day is to encourage students to think beyond traditional career opportunities, prepare for future careers and entrance into the workplace.

For any young people looking for job opportunities, good grades and academic results are important, but what is more important may be showing you are someone who has the drive and capability and can fit in the company culture.