In a world that’s so divided, it’s easy to see the benefits of authentic communication. But why is it so difficult to do? Fear. The fear of how we’ll be
By high school, every student in Canada knows the question:“to be, or not to be?” Why is it so renowned? It’s haunting, existential – especially when you see the likes
Networking is a struggle for many. The idea of doing it is often associated with physical proximity: standing in awkward circles at a cocktail reception...
It’s hireback season. Every year around this time, articling students go into panic mode. It’s understandable. The transition from articles to the practice of law can be overwhelming, particularly for
We are all dealing with change right now. One potential change for you is becoming accustomed to using video conference. Being a user myself before social distancing and now a
Who doesn’t remember their first day of practice as a lawyer? It’s something every student of law works long and hard for. Morale is high and so is the eagerness

I’m naturally a rebel, which means I need specific motivations to be able to get anything done. Working on two websites over the last 9 months has taught me a lot about working with my rebellious tendencies...
A common pitfall I see among new-calls is taking a passive approach to their careers. They finish articles or an LPP placement, and they start looking for a prospective employer to take them in.
My last article generated questions, like the above, about learning to say “no” as a way to set boundaries at work. One technique that has surprisingly done well with my clients has to do with modesty.