In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams discuss:

Teaching and mentoring in professional growth
Developing people skills in law
Leadership and management training for legal professionals
Addressing underperformance in legal settings

Key Takeaways:

Teaching involves not only imparting knowledge but also inspiring professionals, particularly in law, to develop essential life skills beyond technical expertise.
Lawyers often struggle with business development due to a lack of training in people skills, which are vital for client relationships and practice growth.
Effective supervision and leadership in law firms require more than delegation; they need clear communication, constructive feedback, and support to help junior staff succeed.
Addressing the root causes of underperformance in associates or partners can lead to major improvements in productivity and professional growth.

"Success isn't always about money. It can be just about being happy every day." — Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams

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Episode References:

The Leadership Challenge by James Kouzes and Barry Posner: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Challenge-Extraordinary-Things-Organizations/dp/1119278961

About Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams: Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams is an international legal talent development expert with 30 years of experience helping lawyers and law firms improve productivity and profitability. She has authored three books for the American Bar Association and written over 150 articles on professional and business development. Dr. Abrahams has conducted over 300 seminars at prestigious institutions like Harvard, Yale, and Duke Law Schools and has taught at Florida International University and Nova Southeastern University.

Connect with Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams:

Website: https://www.legaltalentadvisors.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsharonmeitabrahams/

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