On Tax Tara Rhoades of The Sanity Plea LLC
Dec 17, 2024
Tara Rhoades, founder of The Sanity Plea, is a coach and strategist dedicated to guiding legal professionals through career transitions. She shares her journey from a philosophy background to becoming a tax lawyer in a prominent firm. Tara discusses overcoming early career fears and the vital role of mentorship in shaping her path. She reveals insights into client acquisition in legal coaching and dives into her love for horror cinema, linking it to deeper human truths, making for a captivating conversation.
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Fear of Mistakes in Law Practice
- Real-world consequences in law are stark compared to academia.
- Fear of mistakes in law practice is natural due to its direct impact.
Manage Fear with Logical Perspective
- Step back logically from emotional fear of making mistakes and trust the firm's system.
- Weigh risks: quitting guarantees no success, staying offers growth with manageable risk.
Leverage Office Mates for Support
- Use senior colleagues as resources to share struggles and gain perspective.
- Recognize that initial challenges and mistakes are common experience.