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11. Let's Get Social... How Lawyers Can Leverage Social Media This is the fourth episode of our series on business development. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of leveraging social media as part of your business development strategy." Your social media presence has a major impact in building your reputation and in turning potential clients into clients." Social media has become more than just medium to stay in touch with friends and family, as it allows you to expand your network and reach other people who can become your future clients or referral sources. Discover how you can use social media to your advantage! Download the Episode Worksheet here. Be coached by a seasoned diverse female attorney. Plan and achieve your professional goals. Get private access to our Facebook group and LinkedIn group About : Ari Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM Law 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally. To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

10. How Lawyers Get Business in the 21st Century

This is the third episode of our series on business development. In this episode, we'll talk about modern strategies that lawyers use to get clients in the 21st century. "There are many strategies that lawyers currently use to develop business, that may be more appealing than the traditional playbook." Traditional business development techniques may not be the preference of all legal professionals nowadays, especially for most of the diverse lawyers, female attorneys, or even for the younger generation of lawyers. Find out the effective strategies that lawyers use to create a book of business in this new era. Download the Episode Worksheet here. Be coached by a seasoned female attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced Get private access to our Facebook group and LinkedIn group About Ari Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM Law 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally.To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

9. Branding... Yes, It's for Lawyers Too This is the second episode of our series on business development. In this episode, you'll get to know the importance of branding and how to create your personal brand." A strong, well-crafted brand could make you more attractive to potential clients or to others who are in a position to send work your way." Your brand is in essence how you are perceived by your clients and potential clients, by your colleagues and competitors, by judges, and by others. Your brand is your reputation. Know more about how you can create a strong personal brand that is aligned with the way you want to be seen. Download the Episode Worksheet here. Need additional details about branding? Click here to get Estelle Winsett's contact information. Estelle is a lawyer and branding and styling consultant for lawyers. Be coached by a seasoned female attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit legallybalanced.com or contact us at 954-760-6599. To get complimentary access to our Goal Setting Workshop, leave a rating and send a screenshot to [email protected]. Get private access to our Facebook group and LinkedIn group. About: Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AMLAW100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, full-service corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach and a certified life coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience practicing law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally. To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

8. It's Never Too Early to Start Making It Rain. This is the first episode of our series on business development. In this episode, you'll get to know the importance of getting clients and bringing in work to your firm. "Some of you may be starting your career, or may still be several years away from being considered for a promotion, but the truth is that no matter the stage of your career, business development should be top of mind." Rainmakers are the ones with a big book of business, working with important clients, handling a large team, and who are in a position to give you work. The ones who bring in BUSINESS to your firm. Wouldn't it be nice to know how to become one and be an asset to your firm? Download the Episode Worksheet here. Be coached by a seasoned female attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced To get complimentary access to our Goal Setting Workshop, leave a rating and send a screenshot to [email protected]. Get private access to our Facebook group and LinkedIn group About: Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally. To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

7. You Need Mentors, Sponsors, and a Personal Board of Directors

This is the seventh and last episode of our series on creating a career plan for diverse lawyers. In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of having mentors, sponsors and a Personal Board of Directors.

"Research conducted by the Center for Talent Innovation revealed that approximately 81% of diverse professionals needed help navigating their organizations. So having a mentor to help navigate the complex waters of a law firm can be extremely beneficial to diverse attorneys."

A sponsor, on the other hand, will advocate for you in places where important decisions are made. Your board of directors will provide a broad range of opinions and support when you are making important decisions that you do not necessarily want to discuss within your firm.

The bottom line is that successful lawyers leverage all three of these types of relationships. Make sure your career plan includes all three.

Be coached by a seasoned female diverse attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced.

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Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally.

To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

6. Tackling Obstacles Common to Asian-American Lawyers

This is the sixth episode of our series on creating a career plan for diverse lawyers. In this episode, we'll touch upon some of the common roadblocks that Asian-American lawyers face in their path to professional development and we will also talk about how to address these obstacles.

This episode was developed with invaluable input from Geneve Dubois, an Asian-American partner at DLA Piper. You can access her biography here: https://www.dlapiper.com/en/us/people/d/dubois-geneve/.

"In our culture, attorneys are traditionally viewed as aggressive and forceful. They are supposed to fight for their client and are expected to always win. In the minds of some people, having a polite and seemingly non-confrontational demeanor might seem incompatible with what many believe is the attitude that a lawyer has to bring to the job."

Remember that by anticipating challenges and being prepared, you will be able to take more control over your career path. Deliberately plan your career to ensure that you get closer to achieving your goals.

Be coached by a seasoned female diverse attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced.

To get complimentary access to our Goal Setting Workshop, leave a rating and send a screenshot to [email protected].

Get private access to our Facebook group and LinkedIn group.

About:

Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally.

To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

5. Tackling Obstacles Common to Women Lawyers

This is the fifth episode of our series on the foundations of career development for diverse lawyers. In this episode, we'll touch upon some of the common roadblocks that women lawyers face in their path to professional development and we will also talk about how to address these obstacles. Remember that by anticipating challenges and being prepared, you will be able to take more control over your career path.

"Make sure you let the decision makers at your firm or company know what your career goals are, particularly as you gain seniority and are closer to being considered for partnership or other senior positions."

Deliberately plan your career to ensure that you get closer to achieving your goals.

Be coached by a seasoned female diverse attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced.

To get complimentary access to our Goal Setting Workshop, leave a rating and send a screenshot to [email protected]

Get private access to our Facebook group and LinkedIn group.

About:

Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally.

To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

4. Tackling Obstacles Specific to Diverse Lawyers

This is the fourth episode of our series on the foundations of career development for diverse lawyers. In this episode, we'll touch upon some of the common roadblocks that diverse lawyers face in their path to professional development and we will also talk about how to address these obstacles. Remember that by anticipating challenges and being prepared, you will be able to take more control over your career path.

"A diverse lawyer should look for points of connection with non-diverse leaders. If you are intentional about doing this, you will likely find some points of affinity that can be the basis of growing that relationship."

Deliberately plan your career to ensure that you get closer to achieving your goals.

Be coached by a seasoned female diverse attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced.

To get complimentary access to our Goal Setting Workshop, leave a rating and send a screenshot to [email protected]

Get private access to our Facebook group and LinkedIn group.

About:

Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally.

To know more about the programs and services we offer, visit Legally Balanced today!

3. Being Nimble: Updating Your Plan and Dealing With Obstacles

This is the third episode of our series on the foundations of career development for diverse lawyers. In this episode, we will strengthen the career plan that we have made by identifying allies that can help you execute your plan, anticipating obstacles, and being flexible and adaptable to address any barriers in your path. Along with these, is the importance of regularly revisiting your plan and updating it.

"The important thing is to stay committed to your objective and to be flexible and adapt your career plan as your goals or circumstances change."

Deliberately plan your career to ensure that you get closer to achieving your goals.

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Be coached by a seasoned female diverse attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced

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About:

Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally.

To know more about the programs and services you can get, visit Legally Balanced today!

2. What's your endgame… and how do you get there?

This is the second episode in our series focusing on Career Development for female diverse attorneys. In this episode, we will continue to work on creating your career development plan, from getting clear on what your big goals are, to assessing where you currently stand in your career, and creating a plan that bridges the gap. You will determine what is your endgame and how you can get there.

"The truth is that this is an individual, personal decision, and the possibilities are endless."

If you want a strong foundation for your career development, this episode is for you!

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Be coached by a seasoned female diverse attorney, plan and achieve your professional goals. Visit Legally Balanced.

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About:

Ariadna (Ari) Alvarez is a diverse partner at an AM 100 firm and prior to that, a partner at a Hispanic-owned, mid-sized, corporate firm. She is also a certified career coach. Throughout her career, she has been involved with career development programs focused on women attorneys and diverse lawyers. Her tips and skills of the trade come from more than 20 years of experience in the field of law, as well as an awareness of the formal and informal requirements to grow professionally.

To know more about the programs and services you can get, visit Legally Balanced today!