Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves

124: Andrew Mewing - From Elite Swimmer to Thriving Construction Law Entrepreneur


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Imagine balancing rigorous training with law school, missing out on the Olympics by just one spot, and still building a legal career that has taken Australia by storm. Today, Ryan is joined by Andrew Mewing, a former Australian swimmer turned co-founder and partner of a leading law firm Batch Mewing Lawyers specializing in construction and employment law, who shares a riveting tale of reinvention.

Andrew takes us back to his early athletic days, starting as a promising rugby player in Southeast Queensland. An unexpected detour due to injuries led him to uncover his hidden swimming talents, eventually bringing him to the brink of Olympic qualification. Balancing the demands of a dual degree in commerce and law with a burgeoning swimming career, Andrew's tale is a testament to the importance of systems over goals and the support network that fueled his dual pursuits. Discover how Andrew's academic dedication and competitive spirit shaped his ambitions, providing a foundation for his future success.

Tune in to learn more about:

- How Andrew balanced sports and academics while swimming for Australia and studying law at the University of Queensland.

- The inspiration behind Batch Mewing Lawyers and its growth from a two-person startup to a 30-person team across Australia.

- A sneak peek into Relative Age Effect, how it  impacted Andrew’s early athletic career and how he overcame it.

- The surprising parallels between swimming laps and legal strategy

- The Importance of leaning on your Support Network and how Andrew's family and friends played a vital role in his journey from sport to law.

…and so much more!

Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out www.2ndwind.io 

Links

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmewinglaw  

Website: https://www.batchmewing.com.au  



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Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan GonsalvesBy Ryan Gonsalves