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Fake It Till You Make It Is a Bad Idea
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In this episode, Ann emphasizes the dangers of "fake it till you make it" mentality in the legal profession, highlighting a story of a paralegal who was fired for refusing help. She advises paralegals to admit when they need assistance and pursue additional training when necessary. The episode concludes with actionable strategies for litigation and non-litigation paralegals to improve their skills and career prospects.
Key Takeaways:
- Sometimes asking for help or additional training can benefit your career and prevent mistakes.
- Faking confidence or knowledge as a paralegal can be detrimental to your career and the clients you serve.
- Actively seeking help and admitting when you don't know something is better than pretending to know it all.
- Job descriptions can serve as a checklist for the skills you want to acquire or improve upon in your field.
- It's important to be honest with yourself when assessing your current skillset and areas for improvement.
- Understanding your strengths and weaknesses in different areas of litigation can guide your professional development
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