Ever wondered how life's biggest setbacks can turn into opportunities for growth?

Well, you need to meet Paul Reynolds, a guy whose journey embodies this transformation. After losing his wife to cancer and facing the brunt of the pandemic, Paul did the unthinkable - he quit his lucrative executive job to start anew. We navigate this remarkable tale of resilience, uncovering how adversity led Paul to create his own path.

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We move beyond the pandemic narrative and discuss how COVID-19 has impacted life and work on an individual level. Paul shares an interesting perspective about turning 50, deeming it as a 'half-time' in life, which catalyzed the creation of the 'Normal 40' group. He emphasizes how crucial it is to live each day to the fullest, a sentiment echoed by many amidst these challenging times.

We talk about his wife's battle with cancer and how it profoundly changed their lives. Paul candidly discusses the struggles of maintaining a career and family life amidst such trying times, and how he and his wife found strength in each other.

Moreover, we discuss the bold decision to leave his corporate job and the inherent risks. Paul's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the courage it takes to make significant life changes, even when the 'right time' seems elusive.

This podcast was recorded in March 2022, weeks after both Lon and Paul resigned from their first-half life, and kicked off their Normal 40 story.

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(0:00:01) - Inspiring Conversation With Lon and Paul
Paul and I discussed his resilience, courage, and journey of leaving his executive job and starting a new life after his wife's death and the pandemic.

(0:07:10) - Life and Work in COVID Era
Paul and I discussed the impacts of Covid-19, living one's best life, and the 'normal 40' concept.

(0:20:23) - Navigating Life's Unexpected Challenges
Paul and his wife found strength in each other while facing her breast cancer diagnosis, treatments, and complications while also balancing his career and family life during the pandemic.

(0:35:30) - Regrets in Pursuit of Happiness
Paul Reynolds gave up his corporate job to prioritize his family, and Covid-19's impact on work and taking risks is discussed.

(0:40:04) - Taking Control of Your Career
Paul Reynolds shares his journey of leaving corporate life to become an entrepreneur, spurred by his wife's breast cancer diagnosis, and his mission to help others write their second half story.

(0:52:18) - Opportunities to Join and Connect
Paul Reynolds shares his journey of overcoming challenges, discussing the 14 questions that changed his life and joining the Insider group to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams.



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