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Reimagine LawCommercial Awareness in 2025 (Part 2) In Part 2 of this special episode we are joined by Louise Carreras, Simon Reichwald, and Nigel Spencer, talent development experts in the legal sector. The guests share their insights on how students and early career lawyers can best develop – and demonstrate – “commercial awareness”. The team discuss what “commercial awareness” means in 2025, what employers are now looking for when you apply for a job, and the importance of building good habits to develop your readiness to succeed in the workplace. Louise, Simon and Nigel talk about how employers are now wanting people to demonstrate “work readiness”, and describe the daily behaviours which wil...
2025-12-1817 minReimagine LawCommercial Awareness in 2025 (Part 1) In Part 1 of this special episode we are joined by Louise Carreras, Simon Reichwald, and Nigel Spencer, talent development experts in the legal sector. The guests share their insights on how students and early career lawyers can best develop – and demonstrate – “commercial awareness”. The team discuss what “commercial awareness” means in 2025, what employers are now looking for when you apply for a job, and the importance of building good habits to develop your readiness to succeed in the workplace. Louise, Simon and Nigel talk about how employers are now wanting people to demonstrate “work readiness”, and describe the daily behaviours which wil...
2025-12-1723 minReimagine Law“How to truly stand out when interviewing at law firms”In this podcast we share:Insights into programmes offered by law firms before you applyHow to deal with those tough questions What interviewers look for in the answers they hear - the good ones and poor ones!Some great tips on how best to use LinkedInWhat is and what makes a good elevator pitchUseful links for listeners:DLA Piper Early Careers - Early Careers - DLA Piper Early CareersThe Pathways to Law programme run by The Sutton Trust - Sutton Trust PathwaysDLA Piper offer work experience through the Social Mobility Bus...
2023-11-1427 minReimagine LawThe role of a Barristers’ ClerkIn this special episode we are joined by three guests. William Harris, who was a barristers’ clerk for 35 years, with 25 years of those being as a Senior Clerk at a London set of chambers. Also, Poppy Maddison and Kazia Myrie, who are both Assistant Practice Managers at 15 New Bridge Street Chambers – a barristers set in London working in the area of criminal law. Our guests begin by outlining what the role of a barristers’ clerk is, and the varied roles and responsibilities. The need to be able to manage a complex series of relationships, both externall...
2023-09-0130 minReimagine LawEnvironmental law: finding your “voice” to create positive changeFlora Curtis, barrister and member of the UK “Legal Voices for the Future” initiative. Camila Bustos, Assistant Professor of Law at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law, Pace University (NY), and co-founder of the US body “Law Students for Climate Accountability”. In this special episode we are joined by two guests. Flora Curtis, a London-based barrister specialising in environmental law, and a member of “Legal Voices for the Future” (LVF), a learning forum acting as a voice for positive change about climate-related issues for the next generation of lawyers. Professor Camila Bustos teaches on environment and climate justice and co-fo...
2023-08-0928 minReimagine LawSeeing law with a “Business Mind” … to build your unique career pathin this special episode we are joined by Katie Benedickter, Trainee Solicitor at D2 Legal Technology. Katie discusses her career path to date, and how exploring different areas of law, and other disciplines, in her studies led Katie to roles where there was a broad, international and commercial focus where she could look at law with a “business mind”. Katie talks about the importance of proactively seeking different work experience also and being open to a wide range of opportunities and new, potential career paths. The skills needed for Katie’s current role, advising clients in the financia...
2023-06-2726 minReimagine LawSolving business problems with law, data and technology: and the importance of asking “Why…?”Our guest today is Akber Datoo, CEO and Founder of D2 Legal Technology, and both technologist and private practice lawyer, adviser to financial institutions on how process re-engineering, use of legal technology and data can optimise business decisions and provide solutions to challenges. In this special episode we are joined by Akber Datoo, who discusses his career path as well as the future trends of the use of technology in law and in the businesses that lawyers support. Akber talks about his initial studies in computer science, early career roles exploring banking technologies, his decision to retrain an...
2023-06-2036 minReimagine Law‘More than just the law’ – the skills and mindsets of successful lawyersThere is more to being a lawyer than knowing the law. More and more firms are recognising the importance of ‘how’ lawyers approach working with colleagues and clients. The business of law is the provision of a service, and the people buying that service, want to work with people they enjoy working with. They want to feel connected and understood. Irrelevant of how well someone does academically, at the end of the day solicitors and barristers work with people, on behalf of people, and the decisions that are made affect people's lives.In this episode we will...
2023-06-1339 minReimagine LawWhy apprenticeships are a good career choice – the parents perspectiveIn this podcast we hear from a 2nd year solicitor apprentice, Darcey, and her mum, Lindsey, on:The importance of seeking input from different people and teachers on the university & apprenticeship routes, and the impact good research has into making the best decision on which of those options is right How to set up for success in the recruitment processWhy as a parent the solicitor apprenticeship is a win-win and the positive impact it hasCMS apprenticeship (including how to apply): https://www.cmsearlytalent.com/programmes/solicitor-apprenticeships/Apprenticeships: What Parents Need to Know: https://www.r...
2023-06-0625 minReimagine LawSecondments as part of a solicitor apprenticeshipIn this episode you'll hear:What are they, how long do they last?What do you learn and how do they benefit the apprentice and the firm? Useful links:· Benefits of secondments (in general): https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/law-careers/secondments/benefits-of-secondment· Benefits of secondments for early career stage lawyers (as trainee): https://www.shoosmiths.co.uk/careers/careers-early/early-careers-blog/blog/why-secondments-are-beneficial-to-trainee-solicitors· Solicitor apprenticeship example, including reference to secondment: https://www.shlegal-futuretalent.com/opportunities/apprenticeships
2023-05-3008 minReimagine LawSolicitor apprenticeships – how are you assessedIn this episode you'll hear:How the different forms of assessment work and tips to do wellHow best to manage work and study, with some great tipsHow the different forms of support sets you for the SRA competenciesUseful links:· Solicitor assessments – the SQE: https://sqe.sra.org.uk/about-sqe/who-is-the-sqe-for/apprentices· Burges Salmon apprentice – balancing work/life: https://www.burges-salmon.com/careers/careers-blog/balancing-work-life-studies-and-everything-in-between· Balancing work/life: https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/national-apprenticeship-week-balance-work-studies/
2023-05-2315 minReimagine LawCareer ChangersCareer changersHear three different journeys to becoming a solicitor, from those who has different careers previously.In this episode you'll hear:How the support needed to becoming a solicitor can be shaped to make the most of the previous experiences, as well as the benefits past experiences bring. How to manage imposter syndrome and lots of top tips for career changers.Useful links:· Managing imposter syndrome as a student: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/students/news/2021/sep/3-tips-manage-imposter-syndrome
2023-05-1630 minReimagine LawThe role of a SupervisorWhat is the role of a supervisor, as part of your rotations within your solicitor apprenticeship? Hear advice from Taiya about how she is making the most of her supervisor & what to expect from them, as well as the best mindset to take for your rotations. Plus some tips from Molly for other rotation supervisors! Useful links:Supervision: good practice for remote supervision of junior staff and trainee solicitorshttps://www.lawsociety.org.uk/topics/hr-and-people-management/supervision-good-practice-for-remote-supervision-of-junior-staff-and-trainee-solicitorsKeeping close: supervising and mentoring trainees remotely https://www...
2023-05-0927 minReimagine LawThe role of a CoronerThere are many different types of courts and one less discussed, is the Coroners’ Court. We are joined by Nadia Persaud, a Coroner for East London to unpack this interesting area. This area discusses the role of a Coroner, the powers of the Coroners’ Court and how this type of inquisitorial judicial role is unique in the English legal system. We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode. - Coroners’ Courts are open courts – go along to your local Coroners’ Court and listen to the proceedings. - Read “A Guide to Coroner Servi...
2023-04-1818 minReimagine LawUnderstanding litigation and arbitration: the art of dispute resolutionIn this special episode we are joined by Gordon Tsang and Amelia Mah who discuss their work in dispute resolution at international law firm CMS. Gordon and Amelia explore the different approaches to working with their clients to settle disputes, including litigation through the courts and the alternative dispute resolution process of arbitration and mediation. Gordon and Amelia explain how it is hard to define a “usual” day in the life of a litigator as the work is so varied! Working individually on drafting, speaking with different experts ranging from IP (intellectual property) or employment law colleagues at CMS...
2023-03-2930 minReimagine LawReal Estate LawIn this bumper episode we explore Real Estate Law, including areas such as what it really is, what a typical day looks like, the types of clients and work involved, as well as career path options within this area of law. We also find out about ESG in the context of property and the impact of ESG advice for Real Estate clients. We are joined by Cheryl Gurnham (partner), Amit Unadkat (partner) and Sofiya Yerokhina (Associate) from International Law Firm, CMS.
2023-03-2242 minReimagine LawWriting the law: a career in legislative draftingIn this episode we speak with Roy Lee, a Legislative Counsel at the Law Officers of the Crown, Guernsey, who has worked across the world in many jurisdictions, consulting to governments for over 25 years to draft legislation in a range of areas. Roy explains how his formative years led him to become passionate about Human Rights and Governance issues, and why the law became his chosen career, after exploring pathways in journalism. Also, Roy explains his career choices, and how early experience in legal publishing led on to a career in “writing the law”, working with m...
2023-03-1518 minReimagine LawSolicitor ApprenticeshipsWe hear from two apprentices, Amy and Hamza, one in house and one in private practice, sharing their own and different journey into a solicitor apprenticeship & why is was right for them.They also share the skills and behaviours you need and will develop to succeed, including why you need to be brave, the importance and power of building networks and accessing mentors, as well as their top tips for success!Amy Marren on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amy-marren Hamza Islam on LinkedIn: (7) Hamza (Yusuf) Islam | LinkedIn
2022-11-0223 minReimagine LawTech in Law Kerry (Jarred Consulting) explores this topic with Julie Harris (Head of Law BPP University South East) and Kathleen O’Reilly (Head of Law BPP University South West), in order to bring to life examples of the type of tech used in the sector, and what this means in the context of the role of a future facing lawyer. We also hear from Julie and Kathleen about the kind of tech skills needed to flourish as a legal professional, and how technology is incorporated into the provision of legal education to develop students’ skills. So...
2022-10-2632 minReimagine LawThe Future of the Legal SectorNicholas Cheffings who was Global Chair at Hogan Lovells, and was also until recently Chair of the Prime Commitment shared his insights as to how the legal sector has changed in the last 10 years, with more law firms focusing more on their wider purpose and creating more routes into the profession for people from all backgrounds.On the skills needed, strong technical legal skills are key but IT and coding skills, as well as a wider knowledge and set of skills can bring real advantage when it comes to clients in different sectors.Covid-19 has...
2022-10-1910 minReimagine LawHow to fund legal education?It is no secret that studying Law can be expensive. This episode explores all the ways that you can look for support and assistance to help pay for your studies. Hilary Chadwick and Vicky Walden from BPP take an in-depth look at the options available for undergraduate Law courses, apprenticeships and post graduate studies. They share their tips and tricks and outline the breadth of funding available for both the barristers and solicitors arms of the profession. We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode. - ...
2022-09-2813 minReimagine LawProfessional Legal Ethics Unpacked!Our guests this week are Mary Westcott, an extradition Barrister at Doughty Street Chambers, Rosemary Rollason a Solicitor who specialises in regulatory law (including the regulation of barristers and solicitors) and Lisa McClory an independent consultant who set up Fractal Knowledge advising businesses on ethics. This panel discussion considers what we mean by legal ethics and why it is important for lawyers in practice. Our guests discuss ethics in the general sense, and whether lawyers have a duty to be ‘ethical’? The specific rules which govern the behaviour of barristers and solicitors are considered and illuminated with specifi...
2022-07-1334 minReimagine LawDiversity and Inclusion in the Solicitors ProfessionToday we are talking about diversity and inclusion within the Solicitors Profession. This episode considers the progress in the profession to date and the vital need to keep momentum going to drive further change. This week our guest is Chris White from Aspiring Solicitors who talks frankly about the work still to do and the importance of data to progress diversity initiatives. One of the values of Aspiring Solicitors is “be impatient for change” and Chris discusses the importance of sharing your data to help progress that change. The team discuss; the importance of long term change and prog...
2022-06-2927 minReimagine LawClimate and Biodiversity Risk LawHow is law and regulation being used to support the world’s attempt to slow climate change and achieve environmental sustainability? In this episode Zaneta Sedilekova, Associate in Climate Risk at global law firm Clyde & Co, and Biodiversity Risk Consultant at the Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative explains to listeners how current climate issues are being implemented into international legal frameworks – the challenges which legislators face, and progress that has been made. We discuss how these issues translate into the daily work of lawyers and how legal teams are being created to advise organisations on issues...
2022-06-2233 minReimagine LawA Look at Pro BonoThe ReImagine Law team are joined by Jane Cotton (Pro Bono Manager at Eversheds Sutherland) and Rebecca Wilkinson (CEO of LawWorks) to join in the discussion and unpack all things pro bono.This episode gives listeners an in-depth look at the definition of pro bono and some practical examples of how it works in practice. Current issues in the pro bono sector are discussed, as well as ways that listeners can get involved.We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode.Have a look at what is happening during N...
2022-06-0827 minReimagine LawIntuitive Career Decision-MakingHow should we approach making career decisions? What should be the balance of logical analysis versus our “intuition”, and how can one guide the other? Also, are there lessons from how we make decisions in other contexts which we can apply to our career planning? In this episode, Roger Parker, former EMEA Managing Partner at global law firm Reed Smith, adviser to leaders and mentor to those beginning their careers at Resurgo, shares tips and advice on how we can approach career decision-making. Roger reflects also on how he needed to make decisions in his senior management roles a...
2022-06-0137 minReimagine LawFrom solicitor, to consultant in data, AI and ethicsIn this episode we speak with Lisa McClory, who talks about how she developed her career from practising as a solicitor in large firms to running her own consultancy advising businesses on Knowledge Management, data, AI and ethics. Lisa reflects on her career path choices and what she particularly enjoyed about the different phases of her early career as a solicitor: ranging from working at major City firms on institutional clients to a subsequent phase when she specialised in clients in the charities sector. In addition, Lisa explains how her interest dev...
2022-05-0430 minReimagine LawEverything you need to know about legal apprenticeshipsApprenticeships are a paid job and a programme of study funded by your employer. Within Law firms, Public Sector and In House, there are apprenticeships be to become a Solicitor or Paralegal, and there is a growing volume of Digital, Finance, Business Admin, HR, Project Management opportunities too In this bumper episode we hear from some of the experts at BPP, on the hugely important topic of Apprenticeships:How your apprentice qualification can take you right up to graduate and even post-graduate level, with no tuition fee debt!Whether you come v...
2022-04-2741 minReimagine LawSkill-kit revisit - part 3As a final revisiting of our “Skill-Kit” episode for listeners, we think about the related areas of communication and project management. What does “good” look like when we are managing a project in terms of our communication? What choices of communication do we need to consider in general? And how have things changed as we emerge from the pandemic into a world of hybrid working, where communication options become potentially more complicated? Again, all three episodes will offer our ideas, perspectives, and some practical approaches to try!CommunicationTwo ears and one mouth! Use them in that orde...
2022-04-2021 minReimagine LawSkill-kit revisit - part 2 CollaborationWe are all told to collaborate and be good at team work, but what does it actually mean? To launch our mini-series looking at different skills, Nigel and Simon from the ReImagine Law team discuss the practical realities of collaboration. This episode discusses how to develop your creative mind-set in ways you might not have considered. Nigel and Kerry discuss the fact that creativity includes; having an open mind, experimenting and thinking ‘what if we did X’. They give practical ways to increase creativity as you work towards a wider goal. See how far you can...
2022-04-1326 minReimagine LawSkill-kit revisit - part 1Resilience and agilityWe often talk about the importance of resilience, but what does it actually mean in the workplace and how can you build this key attribute?Nigel, Simon and Fran from the ReImagine Law team discuss the interconnectedness of resilience and agility, as well as giving some key tips to listeners to help them develop these skills. Most of us learn most from when we fail at something, so one key to building resilience is to try something different where you’ll find it a stretch. Keep a curious, mind...
2022-04-0641 minReimagine LawEarly career experiences in legal innovationIn this episode we speak with Lucy Dillon, senior Legal Knowledge and Innovation Consultant, and Michaela Hanzelova, trainee solicitor at Reed Smith who has worked on a number of projects in the firm’s “Innovation Hub”. Lucy speaks about how innovation in the delivery of legal service needs to be a key focus for law firms now, and also talks about the positive impact this can have in terms of a firm’s relationships with its clients. In addition, Michaela talks about her early experiences working with the Reed Smith Innovation Engagement...
2022-03-3029 minReimagine LawFrom Whitehall lawyer to freelance legal consultantIn this episode we speak with Deborah Lawunmi about the different elements of her career path. We discuss how Deborah first became interested in law, in particular her interest in civil liberties and Human Rights. Deborah explains how her career developed, her specialisation in employment law, and the roles she held working across different Whitehall departments in the Government Legal Service, before moving to an advisory role in the Office of Fair Trading, advising businesses on regulatory compliance issues. Deborah’s interest in driving greater inclusion in the legal sector, particularly in el...
2022-03-1627 minReimagine LawCorporate social responsibility part 2: how it works in practice.Our guests this week are Carole Mehigan the Responsible Business Manager at Reed Smith and Robert Barnard-Weston the ‘grandfather’ of sustainability who is also the Co-Founder of Transform ESG and a Member of the Board of Directors at the Association of Sustainability Practitioners. We learn about the importance of both the ‘environmental’ and ‘social’ aspect of governance, and discuss how caring about issues outside of the firm can increase productivity and profitability. Carole also gives listeners an insight into why Reed Smith has chosen to adopt the term ‘Responsible Business’. Listen in to get advice on how to get more...
2022-03-0924 minReimagine LawBuilding resilience and avoiding burn out.In this episode Dr Mike Drayton looks at the area of “burn-out” and the risk to the mental health of those working in high-pressure industries such as the legal sector. Mike begins to defining what “burn-out” is, and what the impact can be, both on individuals and their organisations. How does one notice it, and when it is most likely to impact us? Mike then goes on to discuss some strategies which individuals can employ to mitigate the risk of feeling “burn-out”, and also talks about the team environment which leaders of organisations need to create to minim...
2022-03-0225 minReimagine LawInnovation in the legal sectorIn this episode, the ReImagineLaw team are joined by Cathy Goodman, Lead Practice Innovation and Knowledge Counsel, Paul Hastings LLP. Cathy speaks about her own career pathway from qualifying as a solicitor to teaching law, and then developing expertise in the new technologies which law firms are adopting to deliver service to clients in a more efficient and effective way. Cathy explains why law firms are increasingly looking to experiment with new technologies in their service delivery and gives some examples of how new tools are helpful in the types of legal work carried out by different d...
2022-02-2327 minReimagine LawA look at legal aidLegal aid is the mechanism whereby public funds pay for a client to be represented by a lawyer. Cuts have been in place or decades and the areas of law covered by legal aid have changed. This episode welcomes legal aid solicitors; Harun Matin (National Legal Services) and Vivien Cochrane (Sherman Bowen) who discuss some issues from all sides. They talk eligibility for legal aid, the impact it has on legal practice and why it is vital for all those working in the legal sector to care about. A must listen episode for all aspiring lawyers!...
2022-02-0230 minReimagine LawOne thing for 2022...From lost work bags, to news echo chambers! In this episode Nigel, Kerry and Fran discuss what one top tip they each have to aspiring lawyers as we head into 2022.
2022-01-2618 minReimagine LawSolicitors Qualifying Exam Part 2: Qualifying Work Experience.There are four parts to the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination, the SQE1 and SQE2 assessments, satisfying the character and suitability requirement and gaining 2 years’ worth of Qualifying Work Experience (QWE). In this episode the team are joined by Lucy Blackburn (University of Central Lancaster) and Lisa Slater (A-maze Consulting) to discuss what this means in practice. This episode will look at what qualifying work experience is, as well as a closer look at how and when it can be accumulated. We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode. - Review your lates...
2021-12-1528 minReimagine LawSolicitors Qualifying Exam Part 1: What is it?In this episode, ReImagineLaw’s Nigel Spencer is joined by special guests Liz Ritter and Lisa Slater to discuss the change in how you qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales, the move to the new “Solicitor’s Qualifying Examination” of “SQE”. Liz and Lisa looks at a number of areas to de-mystify the new examination:· What is the SQE, and why is the profession’s regulator, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) making the change?· What do the two parts to the new SQE examination, “SQE1” and “SQE2” include? · What will you need to kn...
2021-12-0929 minReimagine LawThe Rule of Law and its impactThe Rule of Law covers four key principles; accountability, just law, open government, and accessible and impartial justice. In this episode Nigel and Fran are joined by lawyer James Harper from Lexis Nexis who is an expert in this area to discuss how we can see the Rule of Law all around us. The team challenge James to link news stories of the day to the principle and discuss how it links to economics and business development.We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode. - Look at a reputable new we...
2021-12-0128 minReimagine LawA spotlight on Simon ReichwaldThis special episode shines a light on co-host Simon Reichwald. Simon started his career in a start-up organisation, supporting graduates to both secure a role in sales and develop skills to succeed. Building on this experience, he went on to be involved in several other start up businesses, all focussed around his passion for supporting young people to take ownership of developing their employability skills and find the right role & career for them. Simon tells us about his mission to give under-represented talent the access to networks they wouldn’t ordinarily have to either get a great job o...
2021-11-2423 minReimagine LawCorporate social responsibility part 1: what it is?This week ReImagineLaw’s Nigel Spencer and Kaylee Campbell are joined by special guest Sadhvi Dar who shines a light on the complex area of CSR. Sadhvi defines the tensions present between the state, business and society, and provides a brief overview of the development of this area of activity. We discuss also how CSR has come to be not only a board-level agenda issue, but one which businesses (especially law firms) use to seek competitive advantage. In their application processes, law firms now ask applicants questions about their thoughts on the CSR strategies that the firm adopts! Sadhvi als...
2021-11-1727 minReimagine LawA spotlight on Fran RidoutContinuing our series about each of our four co-hosts, this episode takes a look at Fran’s career to date. Fran was a Middle Temple scholarship student and then undertook pupillage and tenancy at the criminal bar. She talks about the realities of how she got to the independent criminal bar, her shift in career eight years later, and what it all taught her along the way. Fran moved roles to work in at Queen Mary University of London in their student law clinic - the Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre. Listen in to see what all this ta...
2021-11-1025 minReimagine LawAccess to Justice and the London Legal WalkThis special one-off edition is a roving recording from the London Legal Walk 2021 where Fran and Sassy talk to walkers about what access to justice really means. The London Legal Walk is a huge annual event in the Legal calendar, where the whole legal community come together to walk 10km and raise vital funds for the London Legal Support Trust. They in turn fund front line legal services. Between drinks, chips and photos with hedge people, Fran and Sassy head to the start line and talk to a fascinating range of walkers about why access to...
2021-11-0344 minReimagine LawClimate Migration and DisplacementImmigration law is wide and varied but there is a particularly important and urgent legal issues to be discussed: climate migration / displacement. This episode looks at what we mean by climate migration, why it is an imminent threat, and how it links to matters of social justice. The ReImagine Law team are joined by Maria Patsalos and Becca Hird from Mishcon de Reya who talk about their work on the Mishcon Climate Migration Project and how listeners can help put this important issue on the political agenda despite it not being on the COP26 agenda. Thi...
2021-10-2715 minReimagine LawA spotlight on Nigel SpencerIn this episode we continue the theme of our ReImagine Law team speaking about the learning from their own careers, and Simon Reichwald interviews Nigel Spencer about his career pathway. Nigel speaks about a range of themes from his career which has ranged from Classical Archaeology, to PwC and leadership development in the legal sector! In the interview, Nigel and Simon explore the impact that individuals can have in helping to shape our lives, be that an inspiring teacher, or a great mentor at a time of need. Nigel speaks about how he learnt the imp...
2021-10-2026 minReimagine LawA spotlight on Kerry JarredThis special episode shines a light on co-host Kerry Jarred. How has she come to own three businesses and what has she learnt along the way. Kerry started out as an accountant at PWC and shares her journey to date including the moment she realised that she did not want to do the career that she initially thought... Along her professional journey, Kerry has met some incredible people and undertaken additional responsibilities to continue to professionally ‘stretch’ herself. Useful resources- https://www.jarredconsulting.co.uk/associate/kerry-jarred/- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-jarred-ja...
2021-10-1325 minReimagine LawRobot-proofing for lawyersIn this episode Julia Robinson, Senior Manager of Professional Development at global law firm Ropes and Gray, discusses the importance of developing one’s ‘human skills’ in order to develop a career in the legal sector of the 21stcentury. We explore on the episode how the ability to adapt, to relate to others, to empathise, and to show deep levels of emotional intelligence have all been highlighted by the pandemic – and why these skills are all relevant to “robot-proofing” your career. Also, we discuss why these skills are important to the clients of legal practitioners and how leaders of law...
2021-10-0527 minReimagine LawProgression: The next challenge in social mobilityIn this podcast, Simon Reichwald, Elizabeth Robertson and Tim Smith discuss how law firms can support legal professionals from less privileged backgrounds to progress their careers. The discussion focuses on three key areas: · The evidence and research underpinning the need to focus on progression· The tools available to support progression such as mentoring; how to avoid marginal mentoring and instead deliver ‘mentoring with purpose’; why choice of mentor matters· How creating the right culture and environment matters Simon Reichwald is Strategic Lead for Talent at MyKindaFuture and a Delivery Partner fo...
2021-09-2233 minReimagine LawHow to make the most of mentoringFinding the right mentor can be transformational, but where do you start? We speak with law firm partners Tim Smith and Elizabeth Robertson about how to find a mentor and make the most of the relationship, as well as Simon Reichwald at MyKindaFuture, where they leverage technology to make finding and accessing mentors easy! They talk about researching to identify the right mentor, being clear on what you want to achieve from the relationship, and preparing for your conversations with your mentor. But first you have to ask someone to be your mentor, and that may not be as...
2021-09-2218 minReimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: creating your career planIn this final episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development, we bring different ideas together and consider how this fits into a practical and inspiring career plan. Have you built into the plan your interests and strengths, and captured ideas where you are curious to find out more as possible future roles and directions? What has your experience to date told you about the environments you enjoy most? We discuss how you can measure progress and also the importance of considering the ‘pace’ you want your next phase to be – to avoid bur...
2021-09-1513 minReimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: the power of mentoringIn this sixth episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development, we look at mentoring. What do you need to think about as you seek out a mentor for the stage of career you are at? Where do you find a good mentor, and what skills and experience do they need. We discuss in the episode how important it is to be clear on the purpose: what specifically do you want to learn or seek guidance upon? Should your mentor be within or outside your current organisation – and what is the difference betwe...
2021-09-0813 minReimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: the power of seeking feedbackThe fourth episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development explores the topic of feedback. We discuss why getting feedback is so important. The need to gain different perspectives on how you are developing, how the last project was received by colleagues you assisted, and how this information can then guide your career thinking. There’s also the key question of how to have the feedback conversation, what will make it as effective as possible, how you can best create some good actions, and what will help the person giving you feedback to be...
2021-09-0111 minReimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: career goal settingIn this fifth episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development, we discuss goal-setting. What do good goals look like? Why are they important, and how do they link to motivation? We look at the need to break down goals into manageable steps, to make them practical and also how important it is to co-create them with your manager, family or other people impacted – ensuring everyone gives you their ideas. We look too at the specific situation of starting a new job or role and give tips on how best to set goals at that ti...
2021-08-2513 minReimagine LawDegrees: what Law students really think!This episode features four students who are either on or have recently graduated from an LLB Law. 1. Hannah Whiterow, 3rd Year, Law LLB @ University of Exeter 2. Evy Quinn, 3rd Year, Law and Politics @ Queen Mary University of London3. Nickolas Tan, Graduate, Law LLB @ University of Durham 4. Madeline Field, Graduate (primary school teacher), Law LLB @ Queen Mary University of London Studying for a law degree teaches you so much more than the law. It gives you access to interesting people, conversations and vital skills such as researching, self-discipline and communication. Law at an underg...
2021-08-1820 minReimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: how do you know you’re learning?The third episode in our mini-series with tips and ideas for personal development explores the core of the ‘how’ of personal development. How do we know we are learning, and what should we do to maximise each experience to draw out learning from it? We talk about David Kolb’s learning styles model, blending action and reflection, and the importance of balancing your development time between activity and capturing what we have learnt. We also touch on resilience, and the importance of having the confidence to keep stretching yourself with something new, even if the new ideas...
2021-08-1110 minReimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: the power of “learning experiments”The second episode in our mini-series with tips and ideas for personal development talks about learning through experimentation. What projects could you try in parallel to, or as part of your current role, which also allow you to think about future roles and career options? These experiments can help you to think a couple of steps ahead – and give you some ideas to challenge whether the current path you are on is a good long-term fit for you. Also, keep a log of how you feel about these new ideas you are trying out. Are they ex...
2021-08-0411 minReimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: personal developmentThis is the first episode in our mini-series to give listeners tips and ideas for how people can best develop themselves. A key point is about personal responsibility – it’s down to you to guide your career. Also, we discuss the importance of understanding your strengths and building on them. What gives you energy, and what does your best or favourite day look like? Finally, keep your learning fresh. It’s not (just) about “going on a course”. There are so many other ways to develop yourself, building the broader skill sets to set you up to succeed in...
2021-07-2711 minReimagine LawApplication bites: the right mind-setHow can having the right mind-set help you achieve in the job hunting process? How you think about your application and the process, can really help you to stay calm and make the right choices. In this final episode of our mini-series on applications, Kerry and Simon discuss how mind-set can ultimately ensure you end up working in an environment which is best for you. Useful resourceshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/adunolaadeshola/2018/10/30/5-mindset-shifts-you-need-to-secure-a-job-youll-love/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMiSf7LpFQE
2021-07-2110 minReimagine LawApplication bites: assessment centresTypically assessment days come at the final stages of the application process. But what really happens at them and how has this been converted to an online setting? This episode explores what employers are looking for and what they are trying to see from you at this stage in the recruitment process. What happens in the dreaded group exercise and what are the tips and tricks to be successful. Useful resourceshttps://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/assessment-centres/1046962-virtual-assessment-centres-what-to-expect-and-how-to-succeed https://www.wikijob.co.uk/content/application-advice/assessment-centres/assessment-centre-tips-and-preparation-advicehttps://www.brigh...
2021-07-1412 minReimagine LawApplication bites: telephone and video interviewsWe might think that telephone interviews are now a thing of the past, but they are still commonly used as part of the application process so employers can test how you communicate (pace, tone of voice, succinctness etc.)Kerry and Simon explore how video interviews can be live (with another person at the other end like a face to face interview) or pre-recorded. They discuss how pre-recorded video interviews work (ie when you now answering questions to a live person), why are they used and what are the tips to make sure that your video stands out? N...
2021-07-0711 minReimagine LawApplication bites: strength based interviewsUnlike competency based interviews (see other podcast for this), strengths based interviews are more about who you are and your natural strengths rather than asking you to draw on past experiences to showcase skills. They allow recruiters to gain a genuine insight into the personalities of candidates and to see whether they'd be a good fit for the role applied to. They also allow you, as the interviewee, to be selected on the basis of what you are best at being a good fit for what is required in the role.In this episode, Kerry and Simon explore the t...
2021-06-3012 minReimagine LawApplication bites: competency based interviewsA competency is another word for a skill. Employers use competency based interviews as a way for you to give examples when you have actually used / put into practice some of the key skills / competencies, needed for the role you are applying for. Why does Simon think it is easier to prepare these types of interviews and what are his tips and tricks to work out the types of questions you are likely to be asked? Kerry talks listeners through the very useful STAR technique, to ensure the answer you give are complete and full. And the team discuss...
2021-06-2310 minReimagine LawTips from performance experts to boost your communicationIn this episode listeners learn the art of good conversation and relationship building from the principles of ‘improv’ (improvisation). What is ‘accept and build’, and how can the technique be used by all of us? Pippa Evans and Steve Weiner discuss what listening really means, and how you can focus on the other person in your conversation whilst keeping the ebb and flow of a joint discussion. Every key conversation should raise questions in your mind; what is my purpose, what is the other person’s purpose and what is the purpose of the relationship? The particular challenges of...
2021-06-1633 minReimagine LawApplication bites: psychometric testsThe spirit of online aptitude tests is to provide an objective way to test candidates. Some are tests with right answers (e.g. ability tests) and others are personality profiles with no ‘correct’ answers. Jump into the discussions with Kerry and Simon to see how to approach and succeed to your full potential. Don’t forget you can engage with your careers teacher/service or Job Centre Plus. Useful resources- Look at the Watson and Glazer tests which are used a lot in the legal profession: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/interview-tips/watson-glaser-critical-thinking-test- Take these p...
2021-06-0910 minReimagine LawApplication bites: CVs and online applicationsThis is the first episode in our mini-series about applications. We start with an episode exploring how to write successful CVs and online application forms. In this episode Kerry and Simon explore the top tips to help you stand out from the crowd and get off to a good start in the application process.
2021-06-0213 minReimagine LawNetworking – just do it!Networking is not about taking: it is about generously giving, and connecting. In this episode, Nigel and Fran are joined by Anne Marcotty and Beth Crocker who discuss how to build your networking ‘muscle’, and how important it is to focus on this activity from your time in education as well as in the workplace. We often think about networking in a very short-term, transactional way, but in reality it is a skill to be practised over time, and a habit that we can develop. This episode discusses the importance of bonding with people who are both like, a...
2021-05-2621 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: summaryListen in to Sass Clyde’s overview of the ReImagine Law Skill-kit mini-series. This mash-up outlines her favourite tips and comments from the series.
2021-05-1211 minReimagine LawVirtual and hybrid court hearingsWhen the pandemic struck in March 2020 the court system in England and Wales had to adjust - and quickly. Adaptations included making some hearings virtual, ensuring other face-to-face hearings could be made ‘Covid secure’, and introducing ‘hybrid’ models which uses elements of both approaches. This episode welcomes Her Honour Judge Sarah Cove, a Circuit Judge in the Family Court, and Rudi Fortson QC, a criminal barrister at 25 Bedford Row, to discuss what changes were made and which adaptations might remain in the future. They discuss which types of hearings are more suited to virtual court hearings and the advanta...
2021-04-2831 minReimagine LawSkill-Kit: CommunicationIf Albert Mehrabian is right and only 7% of communication are the words that we use, what is the other 93 %? In this episode Kerry and Simon from the ReImagine Law team get under the skin of what is involved in the two way process of communication. How do you make sure that you are totally present in the conversation, and really listen to the other person? And what difference does tone and body language make?This episode explores whose responsibility it is to make sure the other person ‘hears’ and why does Simon not consider an email as comm...
2021-04-2110 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: reflective practiceReflection is an important tool to turn an experience into a moment when learning is captured for the future. In this episode Nigel and Fran explore why it is important to reflect and how to do this practically. They discuss the importance of ‘journaling’ (or even ‘double journaling’) and how your peers and networks can help you with reflection. Useful resources- What is reflection (The Open University): file:///C:/Users/ltw571/Downloads/Activity%2011%20What%20is%20reflection.pdf- Jisc – Student Self Reflection: https://www.jisc.ac.uk/guides/transforming-assessment-and-feedback/self-reflectionTed Talks – Personal Empowerment t...
2021-04-1410 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: innovation and risk takingWe often think of innovation and risk-taking as being linked to big, stressful ‘eureka’ moments. The truth is that change can be quite small, simple and uncomplicated. Innovating is about connecting with the person you are trying to communicate with, or the person who might use your product or service. How does this link with the principles of delivering legal services? In this episode Fran and Nigel explore these issues, starting with the question: ‘If you could change one thing about the way we work together, what would it be?’ There are also practical examples to help listeners identify their own i...
2021-04-0708 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: building personal brandIn this episode, Kerry and Simon discuss the balance between being authentic to yourself, and purposefully creating the right impact. What do you want people to say about you when you are not in the room? In an increasingly consumer-oriented society, authenticity is important – and you need to get the balance right between raising your profile and not ‘over-selling’! So look deep and let your values lead how you structure your personal brand. The team give some helpful examples of authentic and non-authentic behaviour they have seen from individuals when interviewing for a new job or promotion.Useful r...
2021-03-3110 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: self-awareness and emotional intelligenceIn this episode, Nigel and Simon discuss what emotional intelligence is and how you can use this skill to build self-awareness. They share tips and tricks about how these capabilities can help you to develop your career, increasing your impact in key situations and building strong networks. Useful resources Daniel Goleman (psychologist – 5 core elements of emotional intelligence) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7m9eNoB3NU Five ways to develop emotional intelligence, Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/ashleystahl/2018/05/29/5-ways-to-develop-your-emotional-intelligence/?sh=31371e986976
2021-03-2409 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: developing resilience and agilityNigel, Simon and Fran from the ReImagine Law team discuss the interconnectedness of resilience and agility, as well as giving some key tips to listeners to help them develop these skills. Most of us learn most from when we fail at something, so one key to building resilience is to try something different where you’ll find it a stretch. Keep a curious, mind-set, and have ‘fail fast and learn fast’ as one motto to build resilience, with ‘FAIL’ as a ‘First Attempt In Learning! We often talk about the ability to bounce back. If you try something new t...
2021-03-1711 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: project managementLaw firms and chambers often list project management as a key competency, but what does it actually mean and how can you develop this skill? In this episode Simon and Kerry demystify what project management is and help listeners identify where it exists for all of us in our daily lives. They discuss the ‘nuts and bolts’ of managing a process of activities to reach an outcome, with simple, yet powerful approaches to use to use such as ‘What needs to be achieved’, ‘by when’ and ‘by who’ and ‘who needs to be involved?’, this episode also discusses mile stones, inter-depende...
2021-03-1109 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: boost your creativity!This episode discusses how to develop your creative mind-set in ways you might not have considered. Nigel and Kerry discuss the fact that creativity includes; having an open mind, experimenting and thinking ‘what if we did X’. They give practical ways to increase creativity as you work towards a wider goal. See how far you can go with a creative mind-set, and be persistent, continuing to explore – perhaps part of the original idea will stick and become a great new way of doing things! Useful resourcesTim Harford: A powerful way to unleash your natural creativity | TED Talk...
2021-03-0308 minReimagine LawSkill-kit: collaborationIs anyone actually a ‘self-made’ person? The team deconstruct what collaboration actually means and give suggestions of how to get into a collaborative mind-set. Nigel and Simon stress the benefits of diversity of thought, openness and saying “yes and” rather than “yes but”! If one plus one equals three, can you think of all the less obvious times you have collaborated? Useful resourceshttps://hbr.org/2016/06/the-secrets-of-great-teamwork https://blogs.thomsonreuters.com/answerson/case-for-smart-collaboration/
2021-02-2408 minReimagine LawWhat is Clinical Legal Education?Clinical legal education is a type of experience-based learning which mixes the theory and practice of law. This episode explores the different types of clinical work that students can get involved with and how it can be beneficial to your future career. The ReImagine Law team are joined by Professor Elaine Hall from Northumbria University and Lauren Fisher (a graduate from the Student Law Office at Northumbria University). They discuss the unique benefits of student law clinics in giving students practical (often client facing) experience within a supporting and supervised environment. Elaine and Lauren highlight especially how clin...
2021-02-1626 minReimagine LawInternational Careers - Think Big!In a changing legal landscape where transactions or litigation cases are increasingly complex, and often cross-border, clients (and therefore employers) expect more from their lawyers; they require practitioners with a flexibility of approach and thinking, and an international mind-set. This episode discusses how international educational experiences can build exciting careers for the lawyers of tomorrow. The ReImagine Law team are joined by Eileen Murphy (3rd year student on Queen Mary University of London’s dual qualification degree in England and France), and Chris Jorgenson (Director of Institutional Partnerships at Barbri Global) who is qualified in both the USA...
2020-12-2126 minReimagine LawWorking in the Legal Sector Without Being a LawyerThe legal sector is vast and has so many career options. The legal system and private practice involves a lot of talented, professional individuals who do not work as lawyers earning fees from clients. This episode shines a light of the various roles in human resources, information technology, business development, marketing, and learning and development.The Re-Imagine Law team meet Abena Poku, Head of Marketing and Business Development for Africa at Hogan Lovells and Deborah McCormack, Head of Early Talent at Pinsent Masons. They explain their roles, the departments they work in and how they support the b...
2020-12-1628 minReimagine LawThe Future Legal LandscapeIn this episode of ReImagineLaw we speak with David Halliwell, Partner for Client Solutions at law firm Pinsent Masons to consider how the legal services landscape is changing and what that means for those developing their careers. What career paths and skill sets will be key in the future?The discussion begins by exploring the impact that changes in regulation have had on the types of businesses providing legal services in the UK. We discuss how law firms and other service providers such as the Big 4 offer a much wider range of legal services, and the importance of...
2020-12-0822 minReimagine LawBarristers - It’s More Than Just Wigs and Gowns!In episode 17 of ReImagineLaw, we welcome self-employed barrister Sonal Dashani and the Deputy Director of Clerking Emma Makepeace, from 25 Bedford Row. This episodes explores how self-employed practice at the criminal bar differs from the role of an employed barrister. Our guest give a real insight to business of a set of chambers and the individual businesses of the barristers within them. This episode looks at the symbiotic collaboration between barristers and clerks, building a business, and the importance of marketing to professional clients, typically solicitors. Listeners might be interested to listen to episode 14 (“A Career as a B...
2020-12-0125 minReimagine LawLaw Firms as Business - Pricing, Profits and Partnership StructureIn this episode of ReImagineLaw we speak with two experts who have developed careers in the financial side of law firms: Gillian Cobb (Finance Director (Europe) at Kirkland & Ellis) and Chris Ward (Law Firm finance expert and trainer/consultant on law firm finance). Gillian and Chris explain to listeners the ‘nuts and bolts’ of how law firms make money. How can firms create a profitable business? What are their biggest costs? The episodes addresses a few key questions. Does the work of the team managing finance in a law firm connect with those managing clients? What are the pres...
2020-11-2526 minReimagine LawHuman Rights Law and Public Interest LawyeringIn this episode of ReImagineLaw we speak with two lawyers who work in the field of public interest law, solicitor Helen Mowatt from the Public Interest Law Centre and employed barrister Matthew Aluwahilia from the Public Law Project. Helen and Matthew talk about how their work takes them to the front line of live social issues ranging from policy issues, to education and homelessness. This episode explores the feeling of being ‘on the front line’ of campaigns and social movements and the rewards that having a career centred around social good can bring. The episode also discusses what it...
2020-11-0923 minReimagine LawA Career as a BarristerThe title Barrister conjours up all kinds of images, and it is easy to think careers as a barrister always take one form. But that is not always the case. In this episode the ReImagine Law team are joined by Angharad Price, a Welsh, employed Barrister, at the Equality Human Rights Commission. Angharad talks about how her non-traditional background, has been a catalyst for a successful career at the Bar. This episode encourages listeners to think of the variety of ways that barristers practice and Angharad goes through some of the student questions she addressed at this year’...
2020-11-0221 minReimagine LawThe World of the In-house LawyerIn this episode, Deepak Malhotra, Corporate Adviser and former senior in-house lawyer (General Counsel) explains how he developed his career as an in-house lawyer. He discusses the experience of moving to a role where from day 1 was literally ‘sitting amongst your clients’ in corporate business. Deepak speaks about the critical skills of communication, building trust, influencing, being proactive and how he saw his in-house team’s role as being ‘educators’ of the businesses he sat within. The episode also explores the growth of in-house roles (with 1 in 4 solicitors now working in-house) and how that opens up opportunities to hold for roles i...
2020-10-2623 minReimagine LawStanding Out When Job HuntingIn this episode, Kishan Mathy (trainee solicitor, insta @sqbrkt) speaks about how he tried to stand out from peers in a competitive job market, seeking a role at a City law firm, especially as he did not ‘tick all’ the traditional boxes; e.g. his academic grades. Job hunters can focus too much on the employer they want to work for and rarely look from the point of view of the clients of the organisation they are seeking to join. However, focusing on the ‘client angle’ can both demonstrate great commercial awareness and differentiate you from the rest. Kishan explains ho...
2020-10-1920 minReimagine LawTips and Tricks From ‘Second Career’ lawyersAnyone can say that they have transferable skills, but demonstrating these skills in the context required of you can be the challenge. In this episode, the ReImagine Law team consider law as a second career. What are the challenges and advantages of undertaking law as a second career, and what lessons can be learnt for aspiring lawyers who are on their first career. Our two guests Robert de Souza and Christine Ohuruogu highlight the value of talking to others, understanding the landscape and embracing an adaptable journey. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after lis...
2020-10-1228 minReimagine LawGenuine Inclusion: Retention Not Just RecruitmentTalent is everywhere, opportunity is not. The profession has made some improvement in relation to recruitment but how do we retain lawyers from all backgrounds within the profession? The ReImagine Law team are joined by Debo Nwauzu (founder of the Black Lawyers Directory) and James Alao (Clifford Chance). James and Debo discuss a number of themes including; the challenges with the breadth of the phrase 'BAME' when trying to identify specific challenges around inclusion, how possible it is to bring your whole self to work, and the importance of work allocation to enable equality of opportunity.This epi...
2020-10-0523 minReimagine LawBuilding your network and creating your ideal career pathBuilding networks to explore which pathway into the legal sector might best suit you can be daunting, especially if you have few existing contacts or people to contact. In this episode Sabrina Polito (Associate in the Energy & Climate Change group at City firm CMS UK) looks back on how she explored law as a career at school, and where she turned to for advice. She reflects on the methods she found successful to build networks and create job opportunities. Peter Arnold (Early Talent Development Manager at CMS UK) also explains the skills his firm seeks, and both guests then su...
2020-09-2524 minReimagine LawExploring CILEx as an OptionThis episode takes an in-depth look at the advantages and opportunities of qualiying into the legal profession through the CILEx route. Three wonderful guests talk through the advantages and practical realities of studying while working. This episode encourage listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. - Research into the different routes available in CILEx including distance learning. - Research what a career in the legal profession means to you and how it fits with the kind of life you want long term. Resources- Here is a...
2020-09-1724 minReimagine LawPathways to Law and The Sutton TrustThere are so many opportunities to find out about the legal profession and what it involves, but you need to know where to look for them and find which ones interest you. Looking early and matching opportunties to your values can really help maximise your development. Laura Bruce gives a fantastic overview of the work of the Sutton Trust who provide many opportunities to future lawyers and Blessing gives a great insight as to what it is like to undertake them. This episode encourage listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. ...
2020-09-1120 minReimagine LawCommercial Awareness: What is it and how do you get it?Can trader training help you with your legal career? Should work experience be re-named experience of work? This episode welcomes graduate Arun Sohan-Pall and David Ampaw, a partner at DLA Piper explore the importance of students seeking to understand the work place in order to gain genuine commercial awareness. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. 1. Reflect on how to understand the business of law. Who can you speak to and how can you source information to further understand the business of law? What operationally works and is im...
2020-07-3123 minReimagine LawA Spotlight on Judicial Roles from Judge Tan IkramHow much do you really know about what judicial roles exist? What areas of life and law do they cover? This episodes gives an overview of the judiciary and spends time considering the value and importance of a diverse judiciary in society. Judge Ikram shares an insight into his own background and how he doesn't think he looks like a judge! This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. 1. Judge Ikram emphasised the importance in his role of understanding different perspectives across society. So to develop your own career succe...
2020-07-2227 minReimagine LawApprenticeships: A Surprise For The Old SchoolThis episode demystifies what an apprenticeship in law actually involves, and how it can lead to you becoming fully qualified (with no student debt!). It promotes the very real benefits that it can bring to students and future lawyers. The team are joined by Maya Taylor and Muhammad Merali who are at different stages of their apprenticeship at Kennedy's Law. This insightful episode brings to life the realities of an apprenticeship and encourages listeners to consider this important route. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. 1. If life...
2020-07-1521 minReimagine LawThe Graduate Route into LawThe ReImagineLAW team welcome guests Joseph Toft, second year LLB Law student and Jessica Piggot a solicitor at Reed Smith LLP.Joseph discusses the actions from episode 3 and speaks with Jess about her career pathway of not undertaking a law degree. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode:1. Topics you initially aren't considering might surprise you: talk to a fellow student or tutor about a module in next year's course you know little about.2. Talk to someone working in the sector you are considering: and t...
2020-07-1323 minReimagine LawPowerful Questions of Yourself and OthersWe encourage listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to this episode. Start investigating which organisations share your values. How did you know that? What is the follow up question to the obvious question that you might ask? Develop the two questions habit (whether at an event, or online or by email).Do a personal SWOT analysis (strengths / weaknesses / opportunities / threats). What limitations might you face? Useful resources:7 habits of highly effective people7 Networking Tips for Getting a Job (Tip number 5 is particularly crucial)The power of questionsHere are some useful links on networking:Target Jobs...
2020-07-1021 minReimagine LawYour Career Starts With Knowing YourselfDo you know yourself, your values and what drives you? How do you match these values up with potential career choices? There is a lot of pressure on school leavers, students and graduates to follow certain career paths, but how well suited are these paths to the actual person? This episode explores the importance of understanding who you are and using this to inform your path, whilst encouraging listeners to undertake some practical actions. 1. Consider where you get your energy from? Are you an extrovert or an introvert? Are there certain times of the day / activities / people / top...
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