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Sep 6, 2021Liked by Kelly Maher

Oh my word, if anyone can do this, YOU can! I lost a job 5 years ago and it SUCKED. I got a severance and it allowed me a little time to process. Healing took way longer than I would have imagined especially given that I didn’t like the job to begin with. Pride is a tough nut to crack. I’m excited to see what your life looks like 1 year from now! Be kind to yourself and grow like crazy!

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Why are you the BEST Jenn? Srsly. I heart you.

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As you know, when I was fired over four years ago it stung. It still stings. But it taught me a LOT. And I know that you got this. You are a strong independent woman… whether you split the finances 50-50 or not. Also, you’re kinda amazing. ❤️

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Let's see what I will learn! Right now, it's hopefully consistency and sticktoitiveness.

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Sep 3, 2021Liked by Kelly Maher

BTDT too, in 2011. Started my own firm and never looked back. Started a second firm last fall with a partner, and hired my first associate in July. Slowly but surely, I’m whittling my work down to just the stuff * I * want to do, that feeds my soul and my bank account. It is possible, and if anyone can do it, it’s you. You are one of the most talented women I know. MUAH!

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Muah back!

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What a great picture of you. I’m excited for this next chapter. You’re such a fantastic writer, I’m confident this newsletter will be amazing. I’m definitely here for the goats, tomatoes, and zucchini and I hope some goat cheese, too.

You got this.

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Awwww. Love you, Lia. Thank you thank you thank you. XOXOXO

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Sep 2, 2021Liked by Kelly Maher

Been there, done that and just recovering after almost 3 years of being in the wilderness. Breathe. Call me:)

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Awwww, thanks Tina. It happens to everyone at some point, right?

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Sep 2, 2021Liked by Kelly Maher

Excited to see what you write here Kelly! It's raw, real and I think a lot of people will feel this is true as it's happened to them in some way.

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I think that's the thing, right? We've all been here and we don't talk about it a lot. BUT hopefully it makes other people feel less alone.

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I'd offer something trite about how necessity is the mother of..., but I didn't even know what a substack was until I read your post!

If I run across an opportunity for a strong-yet-humble-enough-to-be-real lady to share her wisdom and moxie, it'll be my pleasure to connect you. Life's an adventure, right?

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