Welcome
I’m Laura Chipman. I’m a practicing lawyer and a coach to women lawyers, helping you live and practice intentionally.
In 2021, we hosted a virtual workshop series to lead you through some personal reflection and collaborative exercises designed to support you in working happier:
Checking in on our values as a framework for decision-making, acknowledge our strengths as meaningful contributions, and develop a personal brand to attract success.
Calling on each other to celebrate your successes, promote and spotlight your work, cross-sell your expertise, and champion within your firm community. You learned about the unique ways you each contribute to your clients and to the firm, holding space for everyone to show up more authentically at work.
Exploring strategies to help you find wellness and balance, reducing the clutter to help you live and practice in alignment with your values.
In 2023, we came back together (in person!) for a Staytreat event focused on authenticity, imposter syndrome, and negotiations. You’ll find the slides and resources for all sessions below!
Prework
Before our first workshop, please print out and complete the Values Exercise.
If you’d like to dig in even more, spend some time revisiting any strengths assessments you have completed in the past (e.g., Myers-Briggs, Clifton Strengths, DiSC). Make notes about what you remember learning about yourself. To start fresh, check out the Clifton Top 5 Strengths Finder ($19) or the VIA Character Strengths Survey (free) online.
Workshop Information
Session 1 - Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Our first live workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, May 26, 2021 from 12-1pm ET, and will focus on developing fluency in personal values & strengths, using breakout sessions to create community, foster collaboration, and encourage cross-selling. Please plan to participate virtually with video on.
[This event was not recorded. Workbook available below.]
Session 2 - Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Our second session is scheduled for Wednesday, August 4, 2021 from 12-1pm ET, will offer tactical strategies in time management, delegation, and wellness practices. Participants will be challenged to use their time in ways that add the most value and align to their priorities. Workbook available below.
Link to Session 2 recording for WoW members:
Session 3 - Thursday March 2, 2023
Our third session at the WoW Staytreat included a presentation on authenticity, imposter syndrome, and negotiation, followed by a panel on negotiation strategy and experience from members of WoW.
[This event was not recorded. Slides are available below]
Workbooks & Slides
Click the image below to view and download the workbook or slides from each session together. There are plenty of prompts and action items for you to take with you following the workshop.
Session 1 Workbook
Session 2 Workbook
Session 3 Slides
Keep Good Going
Check back here for resources and reference materials for future discussions.
Suggested reading for Session #1 (Values & Strengths):
Essentialism by Greg McKeown
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Untamed by Glennon Doyle
The Confidence Code by Claire Shipman and Kattie Kay
Suggested reading for Session #2 (Wellness):
Deep Work by Cal Newport
I Know How She Does It by Laura Van der Kam
Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin
Burnout by Emily and Amelia Nagoski
More suggested reading available at Client Resources.
Suggested reading for Session #3 (Negotiation):
Ask for More by Alexandra Carter
The Power of a Positive No and Getting to Yes with Yourself by William Ury
How to be a Badass Lawyer by Claire E. Parsons
Brag Better by Meredith Fineman
HBR Article, "Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome" by Jodi-Ann Burey and Ruchika Tulshyan
1-1 Coaching
For individualized support, WoW members are invited to schedule 1-1 coaching sessions with me directly. You can schedule a call with me to learn more about coaching at www.calendly.com/essentiallychip.
Questions?
Please reach out to me anytime to ask questions about the content of the workshop and what you are discovering. You can reach me through the Contact page on this site, or find me on LinkedIn or Instagram.
If you know someone who would benefit from this program or individual coaching, I appreciate your referral.