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How I Made Industry Team Leader: 'Build Relationships and Trust,' Says Patricia Kirkwood Burgess of Frost Brown Todd

"Practicing law is an incredibly stressful profession, particularly in the bankruptcy and supply chain risk management areas, which are abundant in emergencies. To balance that stress, I strive to find the joy and fun in every day 'little things' of life."
4 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Take Ownership Over Not Only Your Work, But Also Your Career,' Says Emilia McKee Vassallo of Ballard Spahr

"'Be patient and kind to yourself.' It is easy in your early career to think that you are not making progress fast enough and then to be really hard on yourself. But you have to walk before you can run, and you have to run before you can sprint."
8 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Partnership Will Come From Your Dedication and High-Level of Practice,' Says Kelly Page of Recht Kornfeld

"You're going to make mistakes. Learn from them, but don't dwell on them."
5 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I Realized the Importance of Establishing a Brand,' Says LaKeisha M.A. Caton of Pryor Cashman

"Who you work with is just as important as the work itself, so consider both equally when making decisions regarding your future."
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Communication and Collaboration Are Keys to Success,' Says Andrew Hazen of Hall Booth Smith

"Be willing to seize opportunities when they are presented, even if that means developing a new area of practice."
5 minute read

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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'I'm a Highly Engaged and Inclusive Leader,' Says Liz Espín Stern of Mayer Brown

"Every challenge presents an opportunity. Setbacks are often vehicles to create a bond among those facing the challenge."
6 minute read

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How I Made Real Estate Partner: 'Make Yourself Indispensable to Clients,' Says Ruth Schoenmeyer of Eversheds Sutherland

"Client relationships are similar to any other relationship in your life: they require a sense of connection, mutual respect, and care and feeding."
5 minute read

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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'My Scientific Mindset Helps Me Approach Problems Analytically and Makes Me a Better Adviser,' Says Julie Park of Morrison & Foerster

"Be engaged—participate in committees and firm activities. It's not just about making the connections, it's also about showing people that you'll succeed in whatever leadership position you're appointed to."
5 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I Carved Out a Niche That Helped Me Stand Out From the Crowd,' Says Priyanka Timblo of Holwell Shuster & Goldberg

"Advocate for your ideas during strategy meetings, so you can find your voice and earn the reputation needed to take you to the next level."
5 minute read

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My Weekday Workout: 'Training for a Goal Always Helps to Keep Me Motivated,' Says Craig Beaker of Holland & Hart

"Regular exercise is a source of happiness for me. I enjoy the feeling I get after a hard workout and seeing my day-to-day progress as I work toward a specific goal."
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