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What I Learned From Getting Fired (Twice)

Last updated: November 23, 2025

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Yep. I got fired. Not once, but twice. And no, it wasn’t because I was lazy, clueless, or didn’t care. In fact, I cared too much.I tried to people-please, over-perform, and keep quiet when I should’ve spoken up. Spoiler alert: That didn’t save me. But getting fired? Honestly… it taught me more than any training … Read more

They Laughed When I Changed Careers at 45 — I’m Not Laughing Now

Last updated: November 23, 2025

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Let me guess — you’ve been thinking about making a big move. A scary one. A career change at your age? People might raise their eyebrows. Or worse — laugh. Trust me, I’ve been there. When I told my coworkers I was leaving my “safe” job to start over in a new industry, some literally … Read more

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