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Perspective is a wonderful thing, finds Katten’s Karen Nelson. “It’s natural to get wrapped up in stressful aspects of deals, and as young lawyers, it’s easy to become overwrought when things aren’t going perfectly,” she said. “However an accumulation of experience helps you see that everything is resolvable, and we can work through it. It […]
Emotional intelligence is so important in leadership that research has found that within groups with no dedicated leader, having the highest emotional intelligence is one of the driving factors for who will ultimately emerge as a leader. It’s not only an asset for leadership, but a predictor of leadership success.
As Kimberly Smith has moved up in the legal profession, she’s also advanced her belief that along the way, it’s vital to be true to yourself. “When I started my law career I often heard this advice, but it took years of experience as a professional woman at a law firm to truly appreciate it,” […]
A new report found that companies who hire people with disabilities outperform their peers, and the U.S. Department of Labor found employers who embrace disability in their talent acquisition strategy have higher retention, employee productivity and workplace safety. Despite this hard evidence and compelling statistics, the workplace landscape is still disappointingly homogenous when it comes […]
In honor of Women’s History Month, it’s important we take the time to celebrate our accomplishments and the progress we have made as working women but also to reflect on the work that lies ahead so women in all professions, particularly in the legal field and others that are traditionally male dominated, can achieve gender parity and equity – especially at the leadership and partnership levels.
As we close out our Black History Month coverage this week, and in a direct follow up to my Op-ed on mental constructs regarding Race and how to talk about racism.
“Don’t stress out” over your career, Kenya Scott Woodruff tells women who are entering the workforce. “It really does all work out. Your career path might not be as you predicted, but if you are willing to work hard; you are open; and you say ‘yes’ to things that others don’t, you are going to […]
There’s no set path to success, says Amanda Segal, head of Katten’s Distressed Debt and Claims Trading practice. “Everyone’s professional journey is different, and for a planner—as many attorneys are—it can feel unsettling when the road starts to twist and turn. But one of the best things you can do is be flexible, patient, and […]
When you consider your career, it’s vital to get clear on what brings you joy, says Sarah Wolman. “You don’t have to choose between work that allows you to feel fulfilled and that would put food on the table,” she says, encouraging other new professionals to talk to people about what they do and ask […]
By Nicki Gilmour It is the holiday season and end of year. Many of us are sprinting towards the finish line, busy with deadlines and projects that need to be cleared off our desk this week so that we can take a break over the next few weeks. Taking a break is very helpful. But, […]