As I celebrate the 200th episode of The Joyful Practice for Women Lawyers podcast, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the question a former colleague posed to me way back in 2018, just months after I completed my coaching certification: “What do you wish you had known when you practiced law that you’ve learned since becoming a coach?”
Over the past seven years, I’ve had the privilege of coaching hundreds of lawyers one-on-one, in group settings, and through this podcast. I’ve gained invaluable insights that have not only transformed my coaching practice but also would have profoundly impacted my experience as a practicing lawyer.
In this special episode, I’m excited to share with you the top 10 lessons I wish I had known back then. Whether you’re a seasoned lawyer or just starting your legal career, these lessons have the potential to reshape your perspective and enhance your professional and personal life. Let’s dive into the wisdom gained from years of coaching and discover how these lessons can help you cultivate a more joyful and fulfilling legal practice.
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What You’ll Learn from this Episode:
- Why your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship of all.
- How success is a moving target with no end, and why finding joy in the process is crucial.
- The truth about confidence and how you can develop it as a skill through intentional practice.
- Why your environment matters and how it can impact your ability to reach your full potential.
- How you have more control over your life than you may think, and why your decisions are choices you get to make.
- Why there is no perfect decision, and how every option is a mix of good and bad.
- How taking action, even small steps, can be the best stress relief when facing problems.
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