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EPISODE · Feb 13, 2023 · 48 MIN

Why It's Critical Lawyers Know Your Job is Not Your Identity with Mike Whelan

from The Former Lawyer Podcast · host Sarah Cottrell

In this episode, Sarah interviews Mike Whelan, the author of Lawyer Forward. They chat about his work helping solo attorneys, breaking out of the task-oriented law world, and moving towards a system that allows people to thrive and succeed. You’ll hear about his experience starting law school in his 30s right as the recession hit and find out how that impacted his choice to start his own firm after graduation.  It’s a fascinating conversation that focuses on the idea that your job is not your identity and how lawyers can use their strengths to find a fulfilling career path. Let’s jump in! See show notes at formerlawyer.com/170

In this episode, Sarah interviews Mike Whelan, the author of Lawyer Forward. They chat about his work helping solo attorneys, breaking out of the task-oriented law world, and moving towards a system that allows people to thrive and succeed. You’ll hear about his experience starting law school in his 30s right as the recession hit and find out how that impacted his choice to start his own firm after graduation. It’s a fascinating conversation that focuses on the idea that your job is no...

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