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Lawyer, mediator, arbitrator, educator, and Deputy Judge – Rohan Bansie – shares his public speaking tips and strategies. Topics discussed include: The four key questions speakers should ask themselves when preparing an oral presentation How storytelling helps connect speakers with their audience Common public speaking mistakes Managing public speaking anxiety To learn more about Rohan and his popular public speaking guide, Eloquence: Public Speaking Skills for Lawyers and Other Professionals, visit Rohan’s website. This episode contains 40 minutes of Professionalism content. You can listen to the episodes here or by subscribing on your favourite podcast apps. And don’t forget to rate and review the XL Legal Podcast.

Jessica Watkins – the National Director of Professional Resources at Miller Thomson LLP – shares invaluable insights and advice about what it takes to succeed as a law firm associate in today’s competitive legal market. Topics discussed include: the importance of taking ownership of your career, your work, and your mistakes; reasons associates leave private practice; and obstacles to advancement. This episode contains 35 minutes of Professionalism content. You can listen to the episodes here or by subscribing on your favourite podcast apps. And don’t forget to rate and review the XL Legal Podcast.

If you’re like most law firm associates, you’re probably not devoting enough time to business development. Or maybe you’re not sure how to get started. Legal marketing and business development expert Jay Harrington offers practical strategies to help you grow a profitable legal practice by engaging in thoughtful and strategic business development activities at a specific time every day. To learn more about Jay and his work, visit his website where you’ll find his podcast, blog, and some great free resources.  And don’t forget to check out his most recent book: The Productivity Pivot: Build a Profitable Legal Practice by Selling Yourself One Hour Every Day. This episode contains 50 minutes of Professionalism content. You can listen to the episodes here or by subscribing on your favourite podcast apps. And don’t forget to rate and review the XL Legal Podcast.

In the first episode of our three-part mental health series, “the lawyer therapist” – Doron Gold – shares his expertise about mental health and wellness in the legal profession.  Topics discussed include: the prevalence of mental health issues in the legal profession, recognizing the signs of depression and anxiety in ourselves and others, strategies for reaching out to someone you’re concerned about, and tips for staying healthy. To learn more about Doron and his work, visit The Lawyer Therapist and follow him on Twitter. Some Additional Resources Ontario’s Member Assistance Program Listing of Lawyer Assistance Programs in Canada Directory of Lawyer Assistance Programs in the United States Law Society of Ontario’s Coach and Advisor Network Online Self-Learning Mental Health and Wellness Program Well-Being Toolkit for Lawyers and Legal Employers Mental Health Toolkit for Law Students This episode contains 50 minutes of Professionalism content. You can listen to the episodes here or by subscribing on your favourite podcast apps. And don’t forget to rate and review the XL Legal Podcast.