From Military Aspirations to Sports Law Success: Lessons Learned w/ James Stebbing
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In this episode of 'Lessons I Learned in Law,' host Scott Brown talks with James Stebbing, who has held one of the coolest roles I can think of in law: General Counsel of Six Nations Rugby and the British and Irish Lions!
They discuss James' career journey and how he made plans to land his dream role in Sports Law.
They also discuss his early career shift from potential military service to law, which was spurred by personal circumstances.
His career journey includes roles at prestigious firms and corporations like Harbottle & Lewis, Vodafone, Barclays, and eventually dream roles with the RFU and Six Nations Rugby. There are some fantastic learnings on transitioning between different sectors, such as financial services to sports, and the importance of leveraging your background and enthusiasm in making such moves.
James shares some fantastic lessons on importance of setting goals, continuously developing new skills and practically.... maintaining accurate records as a Lawyer!!
Not one to be missed!!
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