Learn how to become a Fully Human Lawyer™
My words have appeared in The American Lawyer, Bloomberg Law, Corporate Counsel, Law.com, Business Insider, and some terrific podcasts.
“A thoroughly worthwhile read: 1,000 words of practical, actionable solutions to the challenges we see every day.” That’s how one big firm’s Managing Partner described my Fully Human Lawyer™ (FHL™) columns. Originally published in The American Lawyer, each column shares insights I’ve gleaned from my executive coaching sessions and private conversations with senior leaders and others.
My Articles & Fully Human Lawyer™ Columns
The genesis of these columns was an article I wrote early in the pandemic, helping humanize our profession during a terrifying time. Blown away by the legal industry’s response to it, I recognized a hunger for real-life, practical advice to be humane for peak effectiveness. With that – voila! – The Fully Human Lawyer™ was born.
Fully Human Lawyer™: The Secret Thoughts of Lateral Partner Hires
Many laterals don’t have a clear grasp of the unwritten rules…
The Fully Human Lawyer™: Value Beyond Numbers
I spent much of Q4 discussing numbers – metrics – in various contexts…
Fully Human Lawyer™: A Three-Step Process For Leaders Considering RTO And Other Divisive Issues
Mark, a managing partner, was exhausted from fielding the daily complaints…
Fully Human Lawyer™: How to Avoid the Layoff List and Become a Must-Keep Associate
As a young lawyer, I got laid off from my big firm during a recession.
Fully Human Lawyer™: 7 Things Successful In-House Lawyers Do
Alex just accepted an in-house job offer from one of her firm’s top clients…
Fully Human Lawyer™: How Associates Can Better Receive Meaningful Feedback
Sam, a law firm associate, was stressed. A huge deal had just closed…
Fully Human Lawyer™: Failure to Give Effective Feedback Can Cost You Dearly
Attorneys at all levels have said how shocked and angered…
Fully Human Lawyer™: Leading a Law Firm in Polarized Times
It’s a tough time to lead a law firm. On top of recession concerns…
My media quotes & interviews
What Law Firms Can Do to Upgrade Their ‘Zoom Associates’
Communication, clear expectations, frequent meetings and giving associates a venue to “flex different muscles” can help address any skill gaps.
What Happens to Law Firms if Lawyers Don’t Think They Need Them?
The isolation caused by the pandemic—and the great “re-thinking” that many did during that time—has led to greater individualism among lawyers and less of a reliance on or a belief in their firms.
Things I've thought
Fully Human Leadership™ happens in our personal lives too. I’ve trained myself to notice examples in non-obvious places. I encourage you to try it. It’s fun.
Leaders I follow
If you’ve met me, you know I love to talk about ideas. Check out my conversation about Overcoming Perfectionism with my personal hero: NYT bestselling author, renowned ADHD pioneer, and former Harvard Medical School professor Ned Hallowell, MD.
Distraction podcast Ned Hallowell, MD
When is ‘Good,’ Good ENOUGH? Overcoming Perfectionism
If you have ever questioned whether your performance – as a leader, at work, as a parent, academically, financially — is “good enough” (or, if you manage to sidestep that question altogether by pathologically working too hard) you may relate to this interview. I was invited by NYT bestselling author and renowned former Harvard professor Dr. Edward (Ned) Hallowell, M.D., to explore how we can become better leaders by finally kicking perfectionism to the curb. Note: while the podcast aims at folks with ADHD – I have advanced coaching training in ADHD – this episode applies to all humans (no ADHD required!). The interview starts at :40.
