Coping with comparison

For many of us, “Keeping up with the Joneses” is a familiar turn of phrase. It’s used when referring to behaviours or actions of individuals…

Is it stress or anxiety?

Determining which one you are experiencing is important to ensure effective management.Am I stressed? Or am I experiencing anxiety? There is a fine line between…

The case for taking self-care seriously

It might sound like the domain of chilled-out people with time on their hands, but self-care is exactly what busy lawyers need in times of…

How solo lawyers and small firms can break the overwork cycle

Overwork in the legal profession often focuses on the big end of town, but exhausting work hours can affect all lawyersThe issue of overwork in…

Curbing lawyer burnout

As law firms continues to struggle with high rates of worker burnout, experts are split on whether new right to disconnect laws will provide a…

Building workplace congeniality

Professional identity among lawyers encompasses a complex interplay of personal values, societal perceptions, and professional aspirations.In the legal profession, where stress and high stakes are…

How to manage moral dilemmas

While often used interchangeably, the concepts of morals and ethics have subtle but important distinctions. Understanding these differences will guide how we navigate complex situations…

Leading with compassion and inclusion

Leading with compassion and inclusion is always a work in progress but the benefits can be widely enjoyed.Leading with compassion and inclusion is an effective…

How quiet quitting is taking hold in law

The demands of the profession make lawyers particularly susceptible to the social media-driven phenomenon.Quiet quitting is having a moment as workers swap impressing the boss…

Is there such a thing as the perfect alarm tone?

With the return to office work – and no longer being able to roll out of bed and straight into a Zoom meeting – many…