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May 1, 2008

10 Life Lessons for Reinventing Yourself

ME Liz Strauss wrote this at 11:28 am

Annie Galvin Teich is a wise woman, whom I’ve known for over a decade. She’s be a friend, a business colleague, and an advisor. In the past two years, she has changed paths and joined us on the Internet. I’ve asked her to share some of what she’s learned in that extraordinary transition.

10 Life Lessons for Reinventing Yourself
by Annie Galvin Teich

Two years ago I was suddenly faced with an opportunity to change the course of my life and career. I’ve launched two businesses and three websites with varying degrees of success. These are some of the things that I’ve learned:

It has been a remarkable journey.

You’ll find Annie at The Teich Group, New Publishing, and Crazy 4 Kids Books.

Thanks, Annie! You still inspire me with what you take from life!

–ME “Liz” Strauss


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17 Comments to “10 Life Lessons for Reinventing Yourself”

  1. May 1st, 2008 at 10:39 pm
    Lance said

    Great list - I especially like the last one. Being able to laugh at yourself really can be therapeautic. And it sure beats the opposite - which can be easy to fall into if you are unable to laugh at yourself. Laughing in general is a great relaxer, and just plain good for the soul.

    Thanks for sharing this awesome list!

  2. May 2nd, 2008 at 10:01 am
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  3. May 4th, 2008 at 4:26 am
    Barbara Ling (aka Owlbert) said

    I like the above comments, especially:

    Being able to laugh in general and at yourself in particular is good medicine.

    So true, so true. And I’d like to add to:

    People are kinder than we think they are. Don’t make assumptions about people. Sometimes they are just waiting to be asked to help. Be nice.

    It goes both ways - if you see an opportunity to help without asking, sometimes it’s nice just to offer as well.

    Enjoy,

    Barbara

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  6. May 4th, 2008 at 1:57 pm
    Sandra Mendoza-Daly said

    Great post. I am also on a path to reinvention. And I also work in education. It’s wonderful to read someone else’s experience in making a transition in their career.

    Although Annie is staying within education and publishing, it sounds like she is entering an exciting and promising new area.

    I’m working very hard to find my new adventure as well. Best of luck Annie!

  7. May 4th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
    ME Liz Strauss said

    Hi Barbara!
    If you met Annie, you’d like her too. She is exactly every word you read here! :)

  8. May 4th, 2008 at 11:11 pm
    ME Liz Strauss said

    Hi Sandra!
    Glad to know you’re finding a wonderful path in the world of education. We need teachers who care and understand such things. I’m betting the people who know you grow, because you show them how to.

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  10. August 6th, 2008 at 5:29 pm
    SonBuseFM said

    “It’s all about connections. Your definition of success will morph and change as you meet and learn from others. The opportunities that appear along the way are usually a function of who you know.”

    But what should someone do if they dont have connections ?

    “Friends keep you honest. They know you; they love you; they support you; they pick you up when you’re discouraged; and they keep your ego in check.”
    And about the friends.. In this time people cant trust their friends. My company went down because of them :/

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  12. September 11th, 2008 at 8:52 am
    stephentrepreneur said

    Another great list. I’ve broken it down into those I like and will use the most!

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  16. May 22nd, 2009 at 5:24 pm
    Raj Tiwari said

    Hi Liz, I liked the post. I felt like your lessons revolved around forming a sincere relationship with your friends, co-workers, and oneself. I think if someone has the inner drive they will always have the opportunity to reinvent themselves.

    Btw I just stumbled and submitted your blog to viralogy. Hope it brings you a lot of new readers!

    -Raj T

  17. May 23rd, 2009 at 8:52 pm
    ME Liz Strauss said

    Hi Raj!
    Welcome. Relationships really make the meaning behind everything we do, don’t you think?

    I sure believe we have the power to change what our lives are and will be. Thank you for your vote of confidence in me. :)

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