Jordana Confino, a self-described “recovering lawyer and recovering type A plus perfectionist,” shares her insights on wellbeing and perfectionism in the legal profession. As a positive lawyering professor and coach, she works with lawyers, law students, and high-achieving professionals to help them find greater satisfaction and sustainable success. Jordana discusses the challenges of the billable hour model in law firms and its impact on lawyer wellbeing, highlighting how it can lead to burnout, devalue non-billable activities, and create a culture that prioritizes quantity over quality.
Jordana explores the concept of perfectionism in the legal field, explaining how it can hinder professional growth and personal wellbeing. She emphasizes that perfectionism is often rooted in fear and shame-based motivation, which can prevent individuals from enjoying their work and taking necessary risks for advancement. Jordana advocates for a shift towards “big picture perfection,” which involves prioritizing overall outcomes and balancing various aspects of life and work.
Jordana shares her approach to coaching and consulting, which involves package-based services rather than hourly billing. She emphasizes the importance of human-centered skills in the face of advancing AI technology in the legal industry, yet she recognizes the potential benefits of AI tools for enhancing client services and streamlining workflow processes. Jordana encourages lawyers and professionals to focus on developing these uniquely human abilities while leveraging technology to improve efficiency.
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