What works for you?

What works for you?

Do that.

Develop that.

I spent the first 7 years after law school trying to be what others wanted, needed, and expected from me.

It did not work.

It led to doubt, discontent, and anxiety.

I was not being true to myself.

I've learned: it takes all kinds.

The profession (read: the world) needs all kinds.

I cannot do what you do, like you do it.

You cannot do what I do, like I do it.

That is more than okay: that is necessary.

Over the last year, I noted my strengths.

I leaned into them, hard.

Guess what?

People noticed.

My proudest moment over the last year is that a partner commented on a strength that I've been proud of for a very long time (but often wondered if others noticed or agreed that it is a strength).

Turns out, it is.

What works for you?

Determine your assets.

Hone them.

Make them your focus.

Bring them to everything you do.

People will notice.

You'll gain confidence and a greater sense of self along the way.

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