Beth Ford, a retired community defender, reflects on the challenges of change and the fear of irrelevance. She shares her experience of transitioning into retirement and finding her new identity. Inspired by a book by Arthur Brooks, she learns to focus on her strengths and embraces a new leadership role, understanding that change is an opportunity for growth.
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Lessons from the Shredder
Ronald Avery Young This month, I am celebrating my eighth year with the Bailey & Greer, PLLC family, a journey that began with roots in the Memphis… Read more “Lessons from the Shredder”
How Lawyers Can Play an Important Leadership Role in Supporting Election Integrity
Stuart N. BrotmanAlvin and Sally Beaman Professor of Journalism and Electronic Media Enterprise and LeadershipSchool of Journalism and Electronic Media, College of Communication and InformationThe University of… Read more “How Lawyers Can Play an Important Leadership Role in Supporting Election Integrity”
The Joyful Servant Leader: Remembering Jack H. (Nick) McCall, Jr.
Joan MacLeod Heminway Rick Rose Distinguished Professor of Law There are some people whose exuberance changes the character of a room for the better. My friend and colleague… Read more “The Joyful Servant Leader: Remembering Jack H. (Nick) McCall, Jr.”
WHAT DOES “TED LASSO” HAVE TO TEACH US ABOUT LAW AND LEADERSHIP? (AS IT TURNS OUT, A LOT)
By Jack H. (Nick) McCall While its original Apple TV run ended in May, “Ted Lasso”—with Jason Sudeikis in the title role as a college football coach,… Read more “WHAT DOES “TED LASSO” HAVE TO TEACH US ABOUT LAW AND LEADERSHIP? (AS IT TURNS OUT, A LOT)”