Taking Career Risks Risk is always a scary word. We go to great lengths to avoid risk, instead opting to take the path of least resistance and the safer option. But what if, instead of fearing risk, you leaned into risk? What if you rewired your thinking to see career risks as potential career [...]
Freelance work isn’t new but it has evolved and grown over the past several years. Pair that with the revolution of remote work and it’s never been a better time to consider freelancing to make extra money or even as your main source of income. When it comes to legal freelancing, there are a [...]
When interviewing for a new position, candidates often struggle to answer what many say is the toughest and trickiest question posed by the interviewer: “what is your greatest weakness?” While that may be an anxiety-inducing inquiry for many, the more important way to stand out is confidently explaining your career achievements and accomplishments. There [...]
We’ve all received that e-mail: an African prince gifting you millions of dollars because he discovered you’re a long-lost relative. But there is a catch. For you to receive the gift, you would have to wire a small percentage to an account so that the “prince” can release the money to you. Does this [...]
As someone who has been practicing law for quite a number of years, I can say that over time I lost the enthusiasm I entered the profession with. The question I began considering is, how do lawyers get inspired? Can the average, hard-working lawyer who isn’t partner in some prestigious firm or the lead in [...]
What impact did the rolling lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic have on married couples? When COVID-19 hit the Western hemisphere in early 2020, many thought the virus would simply go away after a short period. Employees left their workplaces thinking they would return in two weeks’ time, and students looked forward to an early holiday [...]
Studies show that it takes up to two full weeks to develop a habit, but it only takes between three and four days to lose momentum in the development of said habit. What does that tell us? It highlights that good habits must be consistent and practiced regularly to reach their maximum benefits. Which good [...]
As you gain valuable experience in your law practice, the time will come to scale up your services to accommodate more clients and add more talented employees. But how do you work your way up to that moment? Here are a few tips and tricks to help you expand your practice. Building a stellar reputation [...]
In Above the Law, a US publication, the authors engage critically with the skepticism surrounding jury bias. They state, “there are a lot of potential jurors out there who won’t admit to prejudice, or don’t even know they have it. What prejudice is to one person is just day-in-the-life for another. It’s a concept open [...]
The world is run by metrics and analytics. We’re always trying to enhance and streamline processes and achieve more in less time. While having evolving systems and project management programs in place is helpful, there are some simpler ways to maximize your efficiency at work — all while not succumbing to burnout along the way. [...]
