Leave the Ladder Down
By Brandy Simpson • January 31, 2021 •Issues, Other Issues
In recent years, my interest in women’s issues in the workplace has increased. My connections with other moms, female professionals, and even women I’ve never met but who offer a new perspective, has kept me going through the pandemic. I’ve always considered myself an independent and motivated person, but like many female professionals, I’ve experienced rough patches and roadblocks throughout my career. In reflecting on some of my own struggles, as well as those of my colleagues, I have gained a heightened awareness that many of the uncomfortable and demoralizing interactions experienced by women are perpetuated by other women. Now,…
Reality Check: Are you Staying True to Yourself?
By Brandy Simpson • August 02, 2020 •Issues, Balancing Private and Professional Life
“Run Your Own Race.” “Just Do You.” “Comparison is the Thief of Joy.” There are multiple quotes and phrases to remind you to stay in your lane so to speak, and focus on what is important to you both professionally and personally. In the practice of law, I frequently have to remind myself to slow down and stay focused on things that are important to me. We are all different. Our goals are different. The things that bring each of us joy……guess what, they are different. Some people get a real charge out of billing over 200 hours a month…