Acting, Aristotle, and the art of persuasion for lawyers
Perhaps unsurprisingly, there are a number of acting schools and private teachers offering courses and tuition to lawyers on how to operate in a courtroom…
By Cat Woods - 8 min read
A helping hand
How to offer help to a colleague struggling with their workload.Dear Anna, I can see a team member is struggling with their workload, and I’ve…
By Anna Hinder - 1 min read
Keeping it together in lockdown
This lockdown seems like it is so much harder than previous ones. What can I do to keep it together during these uncertain times?This lockdown…
By Anna Hinder - 1 min read
The feedback loop
Giving feedback can be tricky, but clear and considerate language sparks a two-way conversation.Giving feedback can be tricky, but clear and considerate language sparks a…
By Rachel Setti - 3 min read
How to stop a micro-manager in their tracks
Anna Hinder has tips about how to deal with a micro-manager.Dear Anna I’ve just started in a new role and I’m learning the hard way…
By Anna Hinder - 1 min read
How can I speak up about racist comments bravely and safely?
How can I speak up about racist comments bravely and safely?Dear Jennifer, I have been a part of conversations at work in which racist comments…
By Jennifer Mar Young - 2 min read
When a team member insists they are much better at coming up with ideas late at night rather than the morning
When a team member insists they are much better at coming up with ideas late at night rather than the morning.Dear Anna, We have a…
By Anna Hinder - 2 min read
Are there really any benefits of working from home?
Are there really any benefits of working from home?Dear Anna, I was converted to the benefits of working from home in 2020 and now I’m…
By Anna Hinder - 2 min read
Retirement: When do you know that the time is right?
Retirement: When do you know that the time is right?Dear Anna, I’m starting to think about retirement in the next three years. When will I…
By Anna Hinder - 2 min read
Want to take annual leave? Here’s how to ask your manager
Want to take annual leave? Here’s how to ask your managerDear Anna, How do I ask my manager about taking annual leave? I’m a graduate…
By Anna Hinder - 2 min read
Self-leadership. What is it and should I care?
Self-leadership. What is it and should I care?Dear Anna, I’ve joined a new organisation and they keep talking about self-leadership. It seems a bit soft…
By Anna Hinder - 1 min read