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As a legal professional, your work is highly visible and heavily relied on – so it’s crucial to work effectively with the executive team. On this episode of Cockpit Counsel, Bob Cahill is climbing on board. With both CEO and CFO experience, he's teaming up with Tim Parilla, CLO at LinkSquares, to share his insights.

This candid conversation will help you understand and meet expectations across the C-suite, build relationships, and much more.

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Timestamps

01:47: Bob’s Career Path

03:49: Early Stage Company Experience

05:23: Challenges of Leadership and Talent Development

07:25: Evolution of General Counsel Role

09:51: Expectations and Evolution in Legal Role

10:25: Data-Driven Decision Making

13:03: Centralization of Data and Business Intelligence

14:30: Challenges of Transitioning to CEO

19:22: Communication Tips for CLO and CEO Relationship

24:35: Managing Risk and Understanding Business Objectives

26:51: Embracing Technology

29:12: Transitioning to Leadership Roles

30:33: Developing Management and People Skills

32:16: Legal's Role in Hard Conversations with the Executive Team

33:07: Leading Teams in a Remote Environment

35:12: Charitable Cause: Michael J Foxx Foundation: https://www.michaeljfox.org/