In this episode I talk with international lawyer turned executive coach Lora McInturf www.TheInnerAdvocate.com about how acts of celebration, small or large, can help us to gain clarity, focus, and take decisive action. Walk away from this conversation feeling calm AND confident!
 

Does the thought of saying "No" to a client, boss or anyone you want to impress not sit well with you? Unhealthy habits, such as agreeing with requests that do  not align with what you really want or need, can chip away at your confidence.
 
In this episode, I talk with lawyer and life/career coach, Janiene Chand (www.janienechandcoaching.com), about how you can shift from unhealthy to healthy boundaries by aligning with what is most important to you and taking action that will not only serve your needs, but will also be beneficial in your service of others.   

Do you doubt your abilities or question why you were selected for a job? Do you find it difficult to accept your accomplishments, or brush off recognition of your achievements?

If yes, you may be experiencing imposter syndrome. 

In this 2nd episode of a 7-part series dedicated to the topic of Confidence, I talk with fellow lawyer coach, Rob De Toni, about the processes and strategies that he himself has used in his litigation practice and that he uses to help other lawyers who are doubting their abilities and feeling like a fraud.

Lack of confidence at any stage of career can leave you feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, and even lost. This can take a toll on your mental health and wellbeing, and impact the quality of your work and productivity. In this first episode of a seven-part series on building confidence, I talk with  Allison Wolf, Founder and Lead Coach of Associate Mentoring Plus https://amp4law.com/ about how you can move through the 'challenge zone' when taking on a new task or challenge, take action, and achieve real confidence.  

While the past 9 months have been filled with change and challenge,  they can also be viewed as one of great learnings. In this episode, I talk with wise-owl mentor and leader, Sandra Petersson, about what she observed in 2020 and the wisdom we can glean from difficult times.               

What drives people to make BIG changes in their career and life, and keep going when faced with setbacks? In 2018, internationally trained lawyer, Ronke Omorodion, relocated from Nigeria to Canada, leaving behind a law practice she worked hard to build. She shares how she has been working her way through extensive testing and accreditation processes required to practice law in Canada, and how connecting to her purpose has helped her over hurdles. Be prepared to be inspired by her courage, compassion, and drive for change!

In this episode, Sabahat Naureen shares how she went from keeping silent in difficult situations to speaking up and self-advocating. As an engineer turned leadership coach, she is not shy in talking about how uncomfortable it can be to challenge the status quo. We discuss how to get out of your head when you are holding back, getting more comfortable with conflict, and building your speaking-up muscles in everyday conversations. This conversation has been a game-changer for me - it has inspired me to ask for what I need more often, especially when power dynamics are at play.                 

Can we really do it all, and do it well, during times of work-life change? In this episode, newly promoted law firm partner, parent, and leader, Lori Brienza, shares how she has changed things up in her work and life to manage the hard moments. Hear how she deals with competing demands and priorities, perfectionistic tendencies, and how her new perspective helps her stay strong and focused on what matters most.          

In this launch episode you’ll hear the inspiring story of lawyer and mediator, Paulette DeKelver, who has CHANGED UP how she reacts to stressors in work and life by creating her own unique mental health breaks. By resetting and refueling in ways that best suit her, she is SHOWING UP with greater compassion, curiosity, and clarity. By SPEAKING UP and LIFTING OTHERS UP through safe conversations, she is helping to remove the stigma around mental health and well-being. Considering the following stats, this episode is for anyone who experiences stress in their personal and work lives and/or leaders at all levels:

-Approximately 25% of Canada’s current working population is affected by psychological health issues.

-By the time Canadians reach the age of 40, 1 in 2 have -or have had- a mental illness.

-Lost productivity costs exceed $6 billion annually in Canada due to psychological health issues.

A new podcast for people who want things to be better in their work, careers, teams, organizations, communities and beyond!

Meet host Karmen Masson and discover why she's up for change, and how you can be a champion of meaningful and lasting change.