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How do you reinvent yourself in the midst of a successful career? Welcome back to Inspired To Invest. 

This week, Terry Kirk is here for ep126. 

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Terry is a former courtroom lawyer turned tech innovator and award-winning novelist. 

In this episode, we explore how reinvention, resilience, and creativity can shape a fulfilling second act. Terry’s debut novel, Pitfall (Bay Press 2025), was named a Top Book to Read by CBC Books. 

With her next release, Plunder, on the horizon, she shares how storytelling became the next chapter in a life once defined by law, leadership, and entrepreneurship. 

In this powerful conversation, you’ll discover: 

✅ How Terry knew it was time to pivot from law to entrepreneurship. 

✅ The lessons she learned building three technology ventures (including Funding Portal). 

✅ Why she believes AI can be both a tool and a threat to creative work. 

✅ How persistence, partnership, and purpose fuel every successful pivot. 

✅ What it takes to write a novel that turns complex financial systems into deeply human stories. If you’ve ever wondered how to reinvent yourself, start a new venture later in life, or merge logic with creativity — this episode is a must-watch. 

💡 Learn more about Terry’s work: https://terrykirkbooks.com 

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