Creating Conditions For Well-Being In The Legal Profession

Welcome to episode 14 of The Legal Mindset Corner, a podcast hosted by attorneys Cynthia Sharp and Becky Howlett! For this conversation, Cynthia and Becky are joined by Martha Knudson, former Executive Director of the Utah State Bar's Well-Being Committee for the Legal Profession.

In this episode, Martha, Cynthia and Becky discuss why valuing people and making profits are not mutually exclusive, how perfectionism can be harmful to attorneys, the importance of effective communication between law firm leaders and their staff and much more!

About our guest:

Martha Knudson, Attorney and Legal Well-Being Advocate

Martha Knudson is a lawyer, speaker, and consultant working at the intersection of the legal profession and the science of well-being. One of the first people to specialize in this area, Martha is passionate about using evidence-based well-being strategies to drive professional success, working with both private clients and as the Executive Director of the Utah State Bar’s Well-Being Committee.

Martha graduated magna cum laude from BYU’s School of Law in 1999. She has litigated in private law-firm practice, rising to the rank of shareholder, and later became the general counsel of a leading national real-estate management company. Martha currently volunteers with the national Institute for Well-Being in Law, and serves as co-chair of the Tracking Progress Committee for the Utah Center for Legal Inclusion.

Learn more about the Utah State Bar's Well-Being Committee for the Legal Profession here: http://wellbeing.utahbar.org/

About the show:

Many attorneys feel chronic stress, anxiety and pressure throughout their daily professional lives. If that sounds like you - it’s time to take a deep breath and join us at The Legal Mindset Corner - a podcast dedicated to tackling the unique challenges faced by lawyers in today's fast-paced world. Join Rebecca Howlett and Cynthia Sharp, our attorney co-hosts as they explore a range of topics that impact lawyer well-being, including mindfulness, work-life integration, digital communication, resilience, healthy communication, and more.

Whether you're a seasoned lawyer or just starting out in your career, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to reduce stress, anxiety, and burnout while enhancing their professional and personal life. So don't wait any longer - tune in to the "The Legal Mindset Corner" today and take the first step towards a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling career in law.

The Legal Mindset Corner is a part of the Answering Legal podcast network. This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.