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In our ‘fast track to partner‘ audio masterclass series, I had the pleasure of interviewing Toni Hunter, George Hay, and Myfanwy Neville, Berg Kaprow Lewis LLP, two young partners who have...
View ArticleBusiness Development Clinic: How to eliminate presentation nerves
One of the best ways of building your profile is to speak at events. These could be internal events or external events. In fact, clients will often require you to present at a pitch for a large piece...
View ArticleIs there a difference between arrogance and confidence?
One of the key characteristics for any potential partner is self-confidence. However, is there such a thing as too much confidence? Is this when it becomes arrogance? Worryingly, being perceived as...
View Article11 speaking tips from the pros for when it really matters
Recently, I had the ‘pleasure’ and honour at presenting at CIPD HRD2013. This is a massive event, and any speaker at this event had earned their stripes. I.e. it is reserved for the creme de la creme...
View Article6 ways to improve your confidence
Being in practice can at times be stressful. How does the saying go? My job would be easy if I didn’t have any clients? You know, and I know that in the world of professional services your survival and...
View ArticleBusiness Development Clinic: How can I get more confident when working the room
As you open the door, you see a room full of strangers. All talking, laughing…. your heart sinks. How will you break into a conversation? Will anyone want to talk to me? Wouldn’t people blank me if I’m...
View ArticleHow my daughter’s experience in the treetops can help you build your own...
About a month ago, my children and my husband embarked on the junior ‘go ape’ challenge. For those of you who are not familiar with ‘go ape’, this is an adventurous activity help up in the tree tops....
View ArticleBusiness Development Clinic: How can I conquer my nerves when networking?
Nerves can be helpful at times – after all, they can stop you wandering in where angels fear to tread. However, they can also jeopardise your performance – particularly when out and about at a...
View Article3 ways to stop feeling daunted by business development
I have been coaching a partner in a large accountancy practice who confessed to me that he was feeling daunted about the marketing plans we were drawing up. You could say, he wanted to become more...
View Article9 tried and tested tips to keep the faith with your business development...
I’m sure we’ve all been in that stomach-churning position of wondering just exactly where you next new decent client is coming from. Or whether you are taking a leap of faith to start to win your own...
View ArticleThe comfort zone trap – is it holding your career back?
What’s climbing got to do with making partner? As it happens, quite a bit. In this blog post I will explain the connection between climbing and making partner, and why it is so important for your...
View Article11 speaking tips from the pros for when it really matters
Recently, I had the ‘pleasure’ and honour at presenting at CIPD HRD2013. This is a massive event, and any speaker at this event had earned their stripes. I.e. it is reserved for the creme de la creme...
View Article6 ways to improve your confidence
Being in practice can at times be stressful. How does the saying go? My job would be easy if I didn’t have any clients? You know, and I know that in the world of professional services your survival and...
View ArticleBusiness Development Clinic: How can I get more confident when working the room
As you open the door, you see a room full of strangers. All talking, laughing…. your heart sinks. How will you break into a conversation? Will anyone want to talk to me? Wouldn’t people blank me if...
View ArticleHow my daughter’s experience in the treetops can help you build your own...
About a month ago, my children and my husband embarked on the junior ‘go ape’ challenge. For those of you who are not familiar with ‘go ape’, this is an adventurous activity help up in the tree tops....
View ArticleBusiness Development Clinic: How can I conquer my nerves when networking?
Nerves can be helpful at times – after all, they can stop you wandering in where angels fear to tread. However, they can also jeopardise your performance – particularly when out and about at a...
View Article3 ways to stop feeling daunted by business development
I have been coaching a partner in a large accountancy practice who confessed to me that he was feeling daunted about the marketing plans we were drawing up. You could say, he wanted to become more...
View Article9 tried and tested tips to keep the faith with your business development...
I’m sure we’ve all been in that stomach-churning position of wondering just exactly where you next new decent client is coming from. Or whether you are taking a leap of faith to start to win your own...
View ArticleThe comfort zone trap – is it holding your career back?
What’s climbing got to do with making partner? As it happens, quite a bit. In this blog post I will explain the connection between climbing and making partner, and why it is so important for your...
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