You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law
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Laura Terrell discusses the importance of challenging our assumptions and the need to advocate for ourselves. Laura earned her master's degree in law school and worked in the public sector before being a Special Advisor to the President of the United States. Listen to Episode 103 as Laura explains her journey and her insights as a lawyer.
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Lawyers and Comfort Zones
Laura Terrell discusses stepping outside your comfort zone for personal and professional growth. Embracing new experiences and challenges, even if they initially feel uncomfortable, allows lawyers to pivot from government lawyers to the private sector or away from the law.
Executive Coaching and Lawyers
Laura Terrell became an executive coach because she wants people to explore the value of coaching and mentoring in career development. They discuss their experience working with coaches, finding it helpful to navigate their career path and determine their next steps. Additionally, Laura expressed a passion for connecting with and guiding others, which they needed more opportunities to do in their previous role.
Coaching and mentoring allow individuals to receive guidance, advice, and support in their career journeys. Coaching will enable executives to learn from the experiences and insights of others, gaining a fresh perspective on their own goals and aspirations because there are many similarities in high achievers.
After becoming an executive coach, Laura realized mentoring provides accountability and motivation, helping individuals stay focused and committed to their career development. Overall, this episode highlights the benefits of coaching and mentoring in assisting individuals to navigate their career paths and make informed decisions about their professional lives.
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Contact Laura Terrell
Laura Terrell is licensed to practice law in Washington, D.C., and as in-house counsel in Virginia.
Learn more about Laura Terrell:
Connect Our Kids: https://www.connectourkids.com
Executive coaching: https://www.lauraterrell.com
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