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Creating Footprint

This cautionary tale will make you consider your online footprint Tips for getting business referrals I’ve written several articles about how you can use social media to boost your reputation and generate referrals.  However, just like your physical image, your online image needs tending and careful grooming. What does your online footprint say about you? Are you…

Being Professional

Last week I was running a referral generation workshop for a small law firm. When we were discussing what stopped us feeling confident at networking, the old chestnut appeared. You know, the one about ‘wanting to appear professional’, so not being able to bring your personality into the conversation. I see this worry about being…

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How to grow your profile among the partners and influencers in your firm (even when most people are not in the office every day)

Shouldn’t the best candidate for partnership always get to partner? While the obvious answer is yes, that isn’t always the reality. It is fairly common to hear about partners sitting around the table, openly acknowledging that a candidate has a very strong Business Case, will credibly lead their part of the firm, and is very likely…

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5 red flags that show you have an under-performing team member

A well-performing team can transform a good firm into a great one. It’s vitally important that you ensure your team are fulfilled and performing to the best of their abilities. Of course, you can do so by tracking KPIs and scheduling regular reviews, but a large part of ensuring your team is at its best…

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5 ways to overcome imposter syndrome at work

If you’re currently suffering from imposter syndrome, you’re not alone. Almost everyone experiences imposter syndrome at some point throughout their career. Yet whilst it’s nice to know you’re not the only one who feels inadequate, it doesn’t minimise the fear or anxiety you experience every time you enter the office. So how do you address…

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7 ways to put yourself in the driving seat of your career

If you want to drive your career forward, don’t rely on your firm! To get noticed for promotion in your firm, you need to stand out for the right reasons and start to catch the attention of the firm’s partners.⁠ I can’t repeat this enough, you have to drive your career. Your firm won’t do…

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How to deal with stress on the partnership track: the definitive guide

Anyone who has had a career in law, accountancy or consulting knows just how demanding these industries can be. The long hours, high stakes, and constant competition create a working culture like no other. And this experience only intensifies when pursuing partnership. As a result, many people start to neglect their mental and physical health…

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How to Deal with Overwhelm: 5 Effective Strategies 

We all feel overwhelmed from time to time. How do you manage your overwhelm whilst maintaining your performance at work? Throughout this article, we will discuss how to deal with feeling overwhelmed whilst continuing to perform in high-pressure industries such as law, accounting and consultancy. How to deal with feeling overwhelmed  The first lesson in…

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Managing difficult conversations: 3 essential books to add to your arsenal

Here are 3 essential books that you need to add to your reading list if you are looking for sound advice on how to manage difficult conversations (and people). I personally have all three books and regularly recommend them to our clients, particularly when they are struggling with conflict situations at work or difficult conversations…

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