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Behind the Scenes: Resources That Shape Great General Counsel
A list of resources that shape great General Counsel through leadership and strategic thought
Jun 232 min read


Ready Set GC: A Year of Growth and Gratitude – Closing 2024 in Atlanta
Reflection on 2024 Ready Set GC: key takeaways for women GCs, leadership insights, resources for growth, and preview of the Atlanta event
Oct 22, 20243 min read


Unlocking GC Potential: How Executive Coaching Drives Success
This blog is about the value of executive coaching to empower and enhance a General Counsel's Success
Aug 12, 20243 min read


Mastering Meetings: Understanding Your Role and the Power of Your Voice
Over time, I have learned how to harness the power of meetings and how to be a more effective participant. That, in turn, has made me a bet
Jun 26, 20244 min read


Empower Your Journey from Deputy GC to GC with Ready Set GC
Introducing "Ready Set DGC to GC," our exclusive one-day program, in partnership with Skadden Arps, to help women DGCs transition to a GC.
May 8, 20242 min read


Behind the Scenes: Empowering Women GCs: Essential Resources from Ready Set GC’s Advisory Board (Part 2)
Welcome back to Behind the Scenes at Ready Set GC. After an overwhelming response to our last share on empowering resources, today we're exploring more key topics as recommended by our esteemed Advisory Board. 1. Team Building and Talent Development: It takes a village, and no matter the size of the team that you manage or a team that you are a part of (Executive Leadership Team), understanding how teams function and how decisions are made are probably two of the most imp
Apr 19, 20243 min read


Nurturing the GC Within: The Importance of Self-Care in our Professional Journey
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
Apr 15, 20242 min read


Overcoming Insecurities: Insights from the Greatest Night in Pop and A Panel of Experienced GCs
This blog post focuses on the parallels between the insecurities facing those that made We are the World and accomplished General Counsel
Mar 11, 20242 min read


Behind the Scenes - The Power of Exceptional Mentors
Vision and Challenge – this is what it takes to truly go beyond the traditional role of mentoring.
Feb 16, 20242 min read


Navigating New Waters: The Shift From Outside Counsel to General Counsel
The transition from outside counsel to General Counsel can be daunting but these tips will help you get prepared and focused.
Jan 10, 20244 min read


The Audacity of Authenticity
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.
Jan 1, 20242 min read
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