Lost in Wales
This is a really important concept. In measuring yourself not against the “gap” (your distance from where you ultimately want to be) but instead against the “gain” (your progress from your initial starting point) you will be reminded you of how far you’ve come. This simple mindset shift will help you to enjoy your success now, rather than constantly feeling as though you are not good enough.
Lonely… Me?
I have a suggestion: let’s have a regular community chat. By video so we can see each other (although not as good as in person, granted). We can check in on each other, say hi, share good news, vent about terrible clients, recommend books, films, whatever comes up… It can be a drop-in session and if you can make it, great; if you can’t, absolutely fine. Come late or leave early - you’ll be welcome any time.
Do You Email Like a Boss?
I remember reading years ago that women are more likely than men to use softening language, and qualifiers, in their emails, as a way of conveying friendliness and taking up less space. This undermined their authority and meant they were taken less seriously. I was pretty annoyed when I read that, mainly because I knew how squarely it applied to me.
Welcome to the Female Lawyers’ Club
The pay gap between male and female lawyers in the UK is 26%; one of the largest gender pay gaps of any industry. Based on the current rate of progress, it will take 86 years to close the pay gap. Unless you’re planning on living for a really long time, I’m afraid that’ll be too late for all of us.