https://youtu.be/W_rMfjsRiGk With so much anxiety, stress and uncertainty affecting everyone, no one is immune, due to COVID 19 and on top of that new ways of practice, loss of income, jobs, spending time with family 24/7 :-) , health concerns and information overload. There is no denying it - life is hard at the moment. Life now demands our full energy, productivity and focus when there are so many distractions that slow us down. The video will provide 2 simple tips on how stay focused, improve productivity and mental health. Sign up to my vlog at http://www.sydneybarrister.net.au for regular updates. We are in this together - connection matters! #barrister #mediator #FDRP #online #arbitrator #harvard #EQcoach #highperformance #community #servantleadership … [Read more...]
COVID 19 – Disneyland Closes
https://youtu.be/zkx-DtwcO8I Lawyers, law firms, clients (and the community at large) are facing difficult challenges with Covid 19, which is creating economic instability and emotional distress due to health and financial concerns, for many. Its not business as usual and we don't know what impact it will have on practice and businesses. The effects of corona virus will either be a ripple or tsunami on the delivery of legal services, as people will likely be reticent, fearful to spend (govt has provided stimulus package to promote spending). It may cause unheralded disruption to legal practice - time will tell. The firies were a fantastic example of community and courage, when fighting dangers, the massive fires in December/January 2020. We can prepare for danger before it hits (client centricity, innovation, leadership, willingness to change etc), but we cannot control danger - COVID 19 and disruption. We all have the courage to survive any situation of … [Read more...]
How To Stop Emotional Reactions When Stressed!
For many this time of year is very stressful, with professional and personal stresses increased. This often results in emotional outbursts or negative reactions. I attended a 2 day intensive workshop (in addition to my extensive readings) on Social and Emotional Intelligence, which was very useful. I am completing a Diploma of Management and Leadership, with great practical 'human' skills, including social and emotional intelligence, to use in law and life. I provide some practical tips for you on how to engage the logical part of the brain (prefrontal cortex) and not allow the emotional part of the brain (limbic system) to take over, particularly when under stress that then can cause reactions rather than responses, which can sabotage what we are wanting to achieve. Self management is part of the emotional intelligence competencies, which everyone needs, including lawyers, above and beyond technical skills for a client centric focus that will build reputations . #mediator … [Read more...]