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Attorney at AmLaw100 firm
The workshop exceeded my expectations because it made me realize that I am the sole driver of my future and can actually make happen that which I want to happen by taking my time and focusing and setting realistic goals. The best thing about the workshop was that it was very interactive and it makes you think about what is important in your life. It is not a sit and watch program, which is great. The biggest thing I learned was how to make daunting tasks manageable. My to do list is now a list that I live by because it gets done every day. And for those days that I am unable to complete my to-do-list, I am now more comfortable with carrying it over to the next day without feeling like a “failure” (for not doing it all in one day)
The best thing about Astrid is [her] energy and positive attitude. She made me feel very welcome and made it all personal. [She wasn’t] just speaking to a group of people; she was speaking to me as an individual, which is great and helps to motivate me even more. Thank you for all your help, Astrid. You really help break things down and put it in a light that makes it realistic and possible.
— ACG, New York, NY
Attorney at amlaw100 Firm
When I attended the “Take Charge: Keys to a Successful Legal Career” my office hosted, I went in with an open mind but no expectations about how useful the workshop would be for me. I was surprised by the thought provoking content which, coupled with Astrid’s creative energy, led me to think in new ways about managing my daily tasks, asking for work experiences I had only been hoping for, and thinking about how I use my time. The creative and positive approach has been helpful to me in the months since. I strongly recommend the workshop as an enjoyable and productive way to rethink how you are using your time and energy at work and, if you are ready, to ask yourself hard questions, such as what your goals truly are.
— JK, New York, NY
Lawyers and Leadership Programs
Lawyers and Leadership Programs
I present workshops at leading New York City AmLaw 100 lawfirms, as well as at a variety of leadership programs including the Women's International Leadership Program at International House. The following are examples of recent workshops for lawyers and leaders:
Take Charge of Your Time: A Professional Guide to Maximum Productivity and Time Management
This workshop teaches the principles of time management and productivity. First we examine values and strengths. Then we learn to set values-based goals and priorities. Finally, we learn productivity skills and time management strategies focusing first on external skills and then overcoming internal blocks to effective time management. During the workshop, participants work on their professional and personal goals and priorities and learn how to use their new productivity and time management skills in order to feel more in charge of their lives.
The Power of Dynamic Communication
In this workshop, we examine the 4 different communication styles and learn how to use the styles both as a tool to develop one’s personal communication strengths and as a way to communicate more effectively with others. In the second part, we learn the key skills in being an effective dynamic communicator. Participants then break into small groups to practice their new skills and use their understanding of communication styles through scenarios and role-playing. In preparation for the workshop, participants complete an assessment of the communication styles so that they know their style and they gain an understanding of how to work with the other 3 styles.
The Leadership Guide to Successful Conflict Management
This is a workshop focusing on the 5 different conflict management styles and the key skills to managing conflict. In Part I, participants learn about their default conflict management style and how to use the other styles where appropriate. In Part II, we learn the key skills to being an effective conflict manager. We then break into small groups to practice these skills and use the best strategy through scenarios and role-playing. In preparation for the workshop, participants complete an assessment of the conflict management styles so that they know their style and they gain an understanding of how to use and work with the other 4 styles.
The Power of Personal Branding
This workshop teaches the power of knowing and using your personal brand in your professional career. We first learn what a brand is and then create a personal brand statement. Participants then formulate their “elevator speeches” and learn how to use their personal brands in their careers. The workshop concludes with role-playing where participants practice using their brand statements and elevator speeches.
Networking Intensive
In this workshop, we learn the principles of networking and how to go about networking so that it feels safe and authentic. We also practice our new networking skills through various role-plays. This workshop works very well with The Power of Personal Branding workshop.
Career Planning for Professional Success
In this workshop, we first define the elements of professional success based on each individual’s values, strengths and favorite areas of interest. We then learn the powerful goal-setting and achievement process whereby participants create their career vision and set their career goals. Finally, we learn to identify and conquer the principle challenges to career success. Participants come away with a career action plan that we complete together during the workshop.
Take Charge! Keys to a Successful Legal Career
This workshop starts with assessment tools designed to help participants figure out what they really want from their legal careers. We then set goals that reflect participant’s values, strengths and interests and learn how to break actions down into manageable steps. Finally, we examine two of the main obstacles to successful goal completion—time and stress—and learn strategies to overcome these challenges.