Six minutes with Keerthri Ravi

Allens Associate Keerthi Ravi works in a team of about 200 lawyers on disputes ranging from insolvency to tax and the banking Royal Commission.

What makes a leader?

Does emotional intelligence differentiate the star performers from average performers?

Tips for reading the room before a presentation

A successful presentation has many elements, but connecting with the audience is the most important if you want the message you’re delivering to have real…

How do I break bad news with grace?

No one likes giving negative feedback to staff, but these tips may help soften the blow.

How to work with self-centred people

The importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) and its impact on personal and professional relationships is widely understood. And in a perfect world, everyone we work…

How to apologise at work

Everyone makes mistakes. And almost everyone hates to admit their mistakes, which makes coming clean even harder.

Fitness and career skills? It’s possible

Train with a team for benefits that go beyond the playing field.

Why humility is a skill worth developing

Being self-assured, bold, and forthright are common attributes of successful lawyers.  However, understatement is a key way to get results.

The power of two-way mentoring

Mentoring is a well-known strategy for career development. The usual path is a one-way transfer of knowledge from someone with more experience to someone more…