Learn how to become a Fully Human Lawyer™
I share my ideas in The American Lawyer, Bloomberg Law, Corporate Counsel, Law.com, and Business Insider. I also discuss them in podcast and media interviews, as well as in my LinkedIn posts about personal (everyday) leadership.
My Articles & Fully Human Lawyer™ Columns
When the pandemic first started, I wrote an article to help our profession “humanize itself” during that uncertain and scary time. It was a top-trender on The American Lawyer for weeks. The legal profession’s tremendous response revealed a hunger for real-life, practical advice about how to leverage our common humanity to drive performance. With that – voila! – my Fully Human Lawyer™ was born.
I’ve expanded and now explain my ideas in media interviews and as a podcast guest. I also use LinkedIn to highlight examples of what I’ll call “everyday leadership” (outside of work).
Fully Human Lawyer™: The Secret Thoughts of Lateral Partner Hires
Many laterals don’t have a clear grasp of the unwritten rules…
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™: Do Associates Know What They’re Really Being Paid For?
Dave, a partner, was exhausted…
Fully Human Lawyer™: Value Beyond Numbers
I spent much of Q4 discussing numbers – metrics – in various contexts…
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…
Media + Podcast Interviews
Podcast: When is ‘Good,’ Good ENOUGH? Overcoming Perfectionism
My personal hero – world renowned ADHD pioneer, NYT best-selling author, and former Harvard Medical School professor Ned Hallowell, MD – interviewed me on his podcast. We discussed how to use leadership mindset to overcome perfectionism. (Note: while the podcast targets an audience interested in neurodiversity – I have advanced coach training in ADHD – this episode applies to all humans (no ADHD required!). The interview starts at :40.)
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.
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.
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.
