The Happy Boss Lady: Annette Reid tells us how she turned abuse around to become a successful entrepreneur

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Annette’s story continues and we see the stereotype of the abuser play out but we also see the resilience of a woman in action. Annette’s story us reminds us that domestic violence can happen to the strongest of us and that learning how to recognize the signs early can make the difference. In part two of her story, Annette shares how coming through the devastation of domestic violence led her to become the owner of Annette’s Driving School.

Nuggets of wisdom in this episode

Give your children a reference for love so that they will be uncomfortable with abuse

Tears don’t always mean repentance or remorse

Strong, accomplished and confident women from loving homes can get into an abusive relationship

Don’t be ashamed to seek help from books, therapists and organizations

Consistency is the bedrock of success

No matter how tiny and insignificant you think the value you're bringing is, just keep going

No matter how much ashes have been poured on you, if you don’t give up, your light will shine again

References in this episode

From Lover to Loather: Annette Reid tells us how she learnt about abuse from her experience Part one of Annette’s story

Why Does He Do that? Inside the minds of angry and controlling men by Lundy Bancroft

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