reinvent oneself
phrase
: to become a different kind of person, performer, etc.
She's a classical singer who's trying to reinvent herself as a pop artist.
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The ability to reinvent oneself may become one of the most valuable leadership skills of the 21st century.
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Ricardo Bellino,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
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Ricardo Bellino,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
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“Reinvent oneself.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reinvent%20oneself. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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