The Comeback Kids

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their royal exit and desire for financial independence, some wondered what that would mean. Sure, Meghan was a self-made millionaire before she met Harry, but other than his years in the military, he's never had a job outside the family firm. Herewith, a little resume polishing and career advice for the dynamic duo.

Erin Vanderhoof

MEGHAN MARKLE

1. Broke the royal press cartel with a single Instagram post

2. Joined a cathartic dance circle while raising awareness for gender-based violence in Cape Town

3. Revived the lost art of incredibly ornate calligraphy in her personal correspondences

CAREER PATHS: corporate shrink, morning-show host, lifestyle blogger, chess master

PRINCE HARRY

1. Negotiated a solid exit package against a hard-charging chief executive

2. Walked minefields both literal (Angola) and figurative (sibling rivalry) without flinching

3. Brought the employees of JP Morgan in touch with their feelings

CAREER PATHS: motivational speaker, morning-show guest host, youth pastor

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