Professional Development Insights

Last week, Ready Set GC hosted its first Texas-based program in Dallas where we brought together a powerhouse group of rising GCs, seasoned legal leaders, and C-suite executives. Together, we unpacked strategies, surfaced hard-earned lessons, and explored what it really takes to thrive in the top legal seat. Here are just a few standout insights from our panel sessions: Top 5 Takeaways: What Experienced GCs Want You to Know Be the Business Partner — Not Just the Lawyer Except

I’ve been asking myself hard questions about Ready Set GC. We’ve built something real and authentic. We’ve built a community for women sitting and future GCs that offers leadership growth, empowerment, and deep connection. And yet, like many mission-driven efforts, we’ve hit a few bumps lately. Lately, I admit it, I have been stuck in the Dip. But I’ve leaned in.

More of What Matters, Less of What Doesn't As we step into the new year, I’ve been struck by the sheer variety of LinkedIn posts about setting intentions, goals, and resolutions for the year ahead. Some people choose words to guide their year; others dive into detailed goal-setting frameworks or reflect deeply on the year past. And then there are those who take a more intuitive approach—or skip the process entirely—not feeling the need to formally mark the transition from one

Reflection on 2024 Ready Set GC: key takeaways for women GCs, leadership insights, resources for growth, and preview of the Atlanta event

We have all been on the receiving end of someone’s “advice,” both professionally and personally, whether solicited or not! Some of it has been very good, and some of it – well, not so much. Today’s blog focuses on the not-so-good. We asked our Advisory Board what the worst advice was they ever received – and you may be surprised by their answers. From well-meaning mentors to unsolicited opinions from that one colleague who always seems to have something to say, advice can som

A few months ago, I had the pleasure of attending a #GalentinesDay women's event centered around the theme of inner beauty and wellness. Among the inspiring conversations and connections, there was a book drawing where attendees submitted their name and a beauty or wellness tip to enter the drawing. I contributed the wisdom my favorite yoga teacher imparts each Sunday: "Self-care is not a luxury. It is a necessity." Though I didn’t win any books, this statement lingered, prom

At the heart of Ready Set GC is an our mission to help new women GCs lead with impact and authenticity. Dolly Parton embodies those ideals.

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