Best Trainee Solicitor Podcasts (2024)

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S6 | E5 Career conversation with Richard Rogers: corporate life to trainee therapist to garden designer 1:07:43

3h ago1:07:43

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Send us a Text Message. I had a really interesting conversation with Richard Rogers about his fascinating career to date. He began training with me as a therapist and then moved into training to be a garden designer and now has a portfolio career. Subjects covered include: - why Richard wanted to train as a therapist - deciding to change direction …

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Episode 12 Unexpected Success: How Phil Fraser’s Kitchen Table Start-up Turned into a Multimillion-Pound Exit 1:01:40

4h ago1:01:40

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Richard Coulthard sits down with Phil Fraser. The man who’s been there, done that, and bought the t-shirt. Phil talks to us about his journey building his business from his kitchen table, to selling to a PLC for a multimillion-pound exit. We also delve into Phil’s journey into business mentorship and producing his own podcast.…

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Episode 11 Highs, Lows, and Growth: Building Multiple Businesses with Andrew Firth 54:58

11d ago54:58

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Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with Ison Harrison’s Richard Coulthard, and Managing Director of Ascensor Digital Agency, Andrew Firth, to explore the multifaceted world of business ownership and growth. With a wealth of experience in setting up and owning multiple businesses, Andrew shares invaluable insights and practical advice o…

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S6 | E4 Loneliness conversation with the Mentality Podcast 1:05:31

21d ago1:05:31

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Send us a Text Message. This is an edited version of the video podcast I recorded for the Mentality Podcast with Lau Ciocan on the subject of loneliness. It was a great conversation, I really enjoyed it and we covered all kinds of areas on the topics including: - what loneliness is - the importance of relationship with self - importance of solitude…

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Episode 10: Building Global Franchises Niri Patel's Journey with BNI and fit20 56:54

1M ago56:54

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In episode 10 of The Business Compass we chat with Niri Patel who owns multiple franchises including BNI Yorkshire, BNI India and Fit20 UK. Niri talks to us about all things franchising and networking, setting up his first business as a window cleaner and "accidentally" getting into nutrition consulting.…

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S6 | E3 How to navigate red flags in relationships 54:19

1M ago54:19

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Send us a Text Message. This is the 3rd and final part of my series on red flags in relationships. This final part is about how to make sure we don’t ignore or deny red flags in relationships and how to navigate them. Specific points include: - Video Overview - Nina Simone Quote (a deeper look) - 1. What is your definition of love and what are lovi…

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An Interview with Alisa Grafton, Notarial Practice Lead & Scrivener Notary 38:13

2M ago38:13

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For this episode of the Legal Navigator Podcast, Rebecca Ogunmayun was joined by Alisa Grafton, Notarial Practice Lead at UCL and Consultant Scrivener Notary at Notable Notaries to discuss all things notary! With over 22 years of experience in the field and as the first Russian national to qualify as a Scrivener Notary Public, Alisa had lots to sha…

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S6 | E2 Why do we ignore relationship red flags? 31:51

2M ago31:51

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Send us a Text Message. This is the second of three episodes about red flags in relationships. This one focuses on why we might at first not see red flags (when you look at people through ‘rose coloured’ glasses, sometimes red flags just look like flags) and also why, if we do eventually see them, we might stay and endure or deny them. Areas includ…

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Episode 9: Gary King's Journey: From Entrepreneur to Chief Freedom Fighter 1:05:49

1M ago1:05:49

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In episode 9 of our popular podcast, we chat to Gary King, owner of Tendo. Gary provides support to businesses to help them grow into successful organisations, developing business plans, improving marketing and advising how to manage client relationships for long-term success.By Ison Harrison Solicitors

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S6 | E1 My TOP 10 RED FLAGS to look out for (from a therapist’s POV) 47:57

2M ago47:57

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Send us a Text Message. This is Part 1 of 3 about red flags in relationships. In this first part, I suggest 10 different potential red flags to look out for in relationships. Each flag as follows: 1: Dominance of Anger 2: Unable to take Responsibility 3: Disconnected Relationship with Emotional Experience 4: One Extreme to another 5: Their ‘Love’ D…

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From Firm to In-House: Legal Career Transitions with Jennifer O'Sullivan 41:44

2M ago41:44

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Ep 4: From Firm to In-House: Legal Career Transitions with Jennifer O'Sullivan In this episode, we'll delve into Jen's career path, her decision to move in-house, and what that transition entailed. She'll share insights on job applications, the nature of her current role, and how it compares to her previous experience in a law firm. We'll also disc…

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S5 | E10 Conversation with transpersonal psychotherapist Susan McGrath 49:40

3M ago49:40

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Send us a Text Message. This is the latest in a series of conversations, in this case with experienced therapist Susan McGrath who works particularly with the transpersonal/spiritual aspects and addictions and dependencies (mentioning the 12 Step Programme). In this really interesting conversation we talk about a whole range of subjects including S…

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S5 | E9 Bringing in clients: My Journey (as a therapist) 43:53

3M ago43:53

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Send us a Text Message. This is a continuation of my previous video about potential earnings, specifically focussing on how to build a private practice and find clients in response to a subscriber's question. Support the Show. If there’s anything else you’d like to know about John-Paul and how he might be able to help you, please do contact him via…

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Training Leaders: Personality vs. Skills with Anna Masheter 58:00

3M ago58:00

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In this episode, we chat to Anna Masheter, a People Development expert. Anna discusses her experience and business journey into learning and development, giving insights and tips into the key leadership skills needed to become a good leader.By Ison Harrison Solicitors

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Building Blocks of Success: Strategies for a Thriving Property Portfolio with Marco Sarussi 1:00:44

3M ago1:00:44

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In this episode, we chat to Marco Sarussi, owner of MS7 Properties LTD. Marco will discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the skills he has acquired after venturing into property development. He also discusses his podcast 'The Property Pilot'.By Ison Harrison Solicitors

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S5 | E8 Earning potential as a therapist? What you could earn 14:50

4M ago14:50

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Send us a Text Message. I often get asked about earning potential as a therapist, so I thought it might be helpful to give an example of an income and then show a calculation on how to achieve it, along with some thoughts. The BACP article on portfolio careers can be found here: https://www.bacp.co.uk/bacp-journals/therapy-today/2024/march-2024/the…

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In the Thick of It: An Inside Look at Trainee Life with Emma O'Hara 44:55

4M ago44:55

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Ep 3: In the Thick of It: An Inside Look at Trainee Life with Emma O'Hara Join us in this episode of That Very Bad Law Podcast as we delve into the world of trainee solicitors with our guest, Emma O'Hara. Emma, a trainee solicitor at a top 10 Irish law firm, shares her journey from academia to the legal profession, offering invaluable insights into…

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Harnessing Data Protection: Exploring Privacy & GDPR in the Digital Age 28:55

4M ago28:55

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In this episode, we dive into everything you need to know about data protection with expert Ben Martin, Director of Privacy at Trustpilot and author of 'GDPR for Startups and Scale-ups' and Host, Sarah Williamson, Partner and Head of Commercial Technology at Boyes Turner. Ben Martin shares his unique journey from environmental to data protection la…

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S5 | E7 Bisexuality (3): David’s story 24:40

4M ago24:40

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Send us a Text Message. In this video I read out David’s story, someone who kindly wrote to me having seen the channel to tell the thoughtful, honest and inspiring story of his bisexuality and the effect it has had on his life. Following the story, I make some reflections on it, including the importance of self-acceptance/love and also the acceptan…

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First Strides in Law: Mastering Firm Applications with Sophie Ward 40:17

4M ago40:17

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EP 2: First Strides in Law: Mastering Firm Applications with Sophie Ward, Early Careers Lead for Mason Hayes & Curran In this episode of That Very Bad Law Podcast, we dive into the world of internship and training contract applications with Sophie Ward, Early Careers Lead at Mason Hayes & Curran. Building on our previous discussion about pursuing a…

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S5 | E6 Narcissism (3): conversation with Darren Magee 56:38

5M ago56:38

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation we cover lots of issues relating to narcissism, including: - what narcissism is, - the effects of being narcissistic, - what to do if you’re in relationship with a narcissist, and - some ideas if you have narcissistic traits turned up high yourself Support the Show. If there’s anything else you’d like to…

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Charting the Course: Navigating Your Law Degree with Dr Cliona Kelly 54:18

5M ago54:18

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Ep 1: Charting the Course: Navigating Your Law Degree with Dr Cliona Kelly, Associate Dean UCD Sutherland School of Law In Episode One of That Very Bad Law Podcast, join Sophie McDermott (That Very Bad Law Student) for an illuminating conversation featuring Dr. Cliona Kelly, the Associate Dean of UCD Law School. Delve into the myriad ways to pursue…

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S5 | E5 Should you become a therapist? 26:50

5M ago26:50

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast, I give some thoughts on the question: should I become a therapist? I look at the idea of becoming and what it means and specifically how this applies to being a therapist in my experience. Support the Show. If there’s anything else you’d like to know about John-Paul and how he might be able to help you, plea…

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Introduction to That Very Bad Law Podcast 0:43

5M ago0:43

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About The Host: Sophie McDermott completed her undergraduate degree in History and Politics at Newcastle University in 2018, after which the embarked on a somewhat diverse early career path. From serving as a Sabbatical Officer at Newcastle University, to joining a graduate program at a design engineering firm in London in 2019, Sophie's experience…

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Short Marriages & Divorce 19:27

5M ago19:27

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Join Stephen Nolan and Sadie Glover for our latest #AskMachins podcast discussing Divorce and Short Marriages. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch with our Family Team then they’d to love to hear from you on 01582 514000By askmachins

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What happens when there is no Will? - Intestacy rules 30:32

5M ago30:32

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Join Stephen Nolan, Nigel Gibson-Birch and Benedict Smith for the latest #AskMachins podcast discussing the rules of intestacy. (What happens when someone dies with no will in place)By askmachins

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The Business Start-up Journey (Featuring Russell Smith) 1:00:37

5M ago1:00:37

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In this episode, we chat to Russell Smith, managing director of RS Accountancy. Russell is also a best-selling author of I Can Start Your Business, a book advising small businesses on the trials and tribulations of being a business start-up. We discuss some top tips for businesses including common pitfalls for new business start-ups.…

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S5 | E4 Career change, on becoming a therapist/counsellor - managing moving into uncertainty (video 2) 37:52

6M ago37:52

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Send us a Text Message. This is the audio of my second YouTube video about managing moving into uncertainty when going through career change to become a therapist/psychotherapist/counsellor. I set out 5 pieces of advice, covering ways of thinking, some things to do and also the importance of others in the journey. Support the Show. If there’s anyth…

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S5 | E3 Conversation with Annalisa Barbieri, Guardian ‘Agony Aunt’ columnist and podcaster 51:49

6M ago51:49

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Send us a Text Message. Really pleased to have had this fascinating conversation with Annalisa. She writes the dilemma column ‘Ask Annalisa’ in the Guardian, one of the UK’s national newspapers and also now hosts a very successful podcast ‘Conversations with Annalisa Barbieri’, in which she speaks with therapists and psychiatrists about a whole ran…

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An Interview with Emma Taylor, Partner and Head of Family Department at GoodLaw Solicitors LLP 41:10

7M ago41:10

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Welcome to the Law Training Centre Legal Navigator Podcast with your host Rebecca Ogunmayun. This week, Rebecca spoke with Emma Taylor, Partner and Head of the Family Department at GoodLaw Solicitors LLP. Having turned down a position at the Bar, Emma had some interesting insights about alternative routes to qualification and pursuing the right car…

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S5 | E2 (More) things I wish I knew before I became a therapist 30:36

7M ago30:36

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Send us a Text Message. A couple more things it would have been helpful to know before I became a therapist. In this I cover: - working with difference and different world views, including religion and spirituality - what I would see as therapist responsibilities, including the applicability of the idea of ‘deliberate practice’ to continuing profes…

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Probate - Proprietary Estoppel 8:30

7M ago8:30

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Joing Stephen Nolan and Benedict Smith discussing Proprietary EstoppelBy askmachins

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Trainee Talks - All Things Training Contract 36:26

7M ago36:26

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Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) chatting through all things training contract with some of our recently qualified Solicitors who trained with us - Thomas Palmer and Stephen Nolan.By askmachins

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Trainee Talks - The Solicitor Skillset! 33:41

7M ago33:41

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Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) discussing what other skillsets Solicitors need other than knowing about the Law! with some of our collegaues here at Machins, Radha Chauhan and Sarah Liddiard.By askmachins

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How I Attracted Global Sports Brands To My Marketing Agency (Featuring Ben Pollard) 50:06

7M ago50:06

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Ison Harrison's Richard Coulthard interviews Ben Pollard as he discusses his business journey and the creative aspects of running a successful marketing agency. Ben will discuss: His business journey from being a start up and the challenges he faced Moving from employment to business owner, what that was like and the lessons he has learned How he h…

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S5 | E1 Conversation with therapist in training, Richard Campbell about training to be a therapist and career change 44:05

7M ago44:05

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Send us a Text Message. I speak to Richard who’s in the process of training to be a counsellor/therapist. Richard talks about topics including: - the moment he thought he might want to change career retrain as a therapist - the kind of challenges and concerns that training to be a therapist and making a career change generally might bring - startin…

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Learner Experience: SQE - Start Your Legal Career Now 46:36

8M ago46:36

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Welcome to the Law Training Centre Legal Navigator Podcast with your host Rebecca Ogunmayun. In this week’s episode, we’re delving into the new SQE route to qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales, and what this means for aspiring solicitors. The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is a single, national licensing examination that allo…

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S4 | E10 Career change: letting go of previous career and moving into uncertainty (Part 1: ease) 16:39

8M ago16:39

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Send us a Text Message. Part 1 (ease) - Career change: letting go of previous career and moving into uncertainty plus an update for videos coming to the channel in early 2024 Support the Show. If there’s anything else you’d like to know about John-Paul and how he might be able to help you, please do contact him via his website www.thistrustedplace.…

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The Skills Needed To Develop A Property Portfolio (Featuring Ben Jacobs) 57:51

8M ago57:51

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Richard Coulthard talks with Ben Jacobs about his journey into property with a focus on advice for property investors. Some key themes discussed are: Why did Ben want to get into property How Ben got started in property at a young age Running an estate agency – things Ben has learned What sophisticated investors are looking for in investment proper…

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An Interview with Sharon Banga, Medical Negligence Principal Associate Solicitor at Shoosmiths 47:34

8M ago47:34

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Welcome to the Law Training Centre Legal Navigator Podcast with your host Rebecca Ogunmayun. In this week's episode of the Legal Navigator Podcast we were lucky enough to speak with Sharon Banga from Shoosmiths about her experience working in medical negligence. Sharon has over a decade of experience working in the area and has represented clients …

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Learner Experience: Obtaining Work Experience 42:24

9M ago42:24

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Welcome to the Legal Navigator Podcast with your host Rebecca Ogunmayun from Law Training Centre. In this week's episode we're discussing how you can build up your legal work experience with special guests Gemma Cozens, Daniel Denton, Shahedur Rohman and Holly Threlfall. To find out more about Law Training Centre and the routes into law, please vis…

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The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Business & Property Advice (Featuring Nathan Winch) 53:01

9M ago53:01

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In this episode, we chat to Nathan Winch from Winch & Co as he tells us about his journey into business and property plus he offers advice to business owners and investors.By Ison Harrison Solicitors

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An Interview with Vicki Redman, Head of Training at Swiitch 37:42

9M ago37:42

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Welcome to the Law Training Centre Legal Navigator Podcast with your host Rebecca Ogunmayun. This week, Rebecca speaks with Vicki Redman from Swiitch by Shoosmiths. With 24 years of experience in the legal field, Vicki has worked with some of the largest conveyancing firms in the country and now supports trainee conveyancers at Swiitch in her role …

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S4 | E9 Conversation with (trainee) therapist, coach and consultant Volker Ballueder 38:31

9M ago38:31

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Send us a Text Message. Conversation with consultant, coach, author, podcaster and trainee hypno-psychotherapist Volker Ballueder. We cover Volker training to be a therapist and combining this with his career as a coach and consultant, plus topics including: - defining success - publishing his bestselling book on success strategies - the importance…

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AI in the legal industry: risk or opportunity for in-house teams? 20:04

9M ago20:04

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On 12 October we held our inaugural conference for Heads of Legal and GCs with the theme “Building Growth and Efficiency for in-house legal teams” which included expert panels sharing their views. For our last panel, Sarah Williamson, Head of Commercial and Technology at Boyes Turner was joined by Andrew Cooke, General Counsel of Travelperk, Harry …

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The impact of mergers and acquisitions activity on in-house legal teams 22:22

9M ago22:22

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On 12 October we held our inaugural conference for Heads of Legal and GCs with the theme “Building Growth and Efficiency for in-house legal teams” which included expert panels sharing their views. For our second panel, M&A specialist Chris Dobson, Corporate Partner at Boyes Turner was joined by Mark Blunden, VP and General Counsel EMEA of Culligan …

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Routes to qualification, recruitment and retention for in-house legal teams 15:14

9M ago15:14

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On 12 October we held our inaugural conference for Heads of Legal and GCs with the theme “Building Growth and Efficiency for in-house legal teams” which included expert panels sharing their views. For our first panel Rowan Turrall, Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution at Boyes Turner was joined by Holly Moore, Lawyer at ITV, Lucie Allen, Managing…

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Learner Experience: Qualifying Without a Law Degree 25:56

9M ago25:56

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Welcome to the Legal Navigator Podcast with your host Rebecca Ogunmayun from Law Training Centre. In this week's episode we're discussing the many routes to a career in law without a law degree alongside special guests Louise Dyer, Laura Vanstone and Sarah Townsend. With more options available than you might think, qualifying as a lawyer and starti…

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Managing People: The Heart of the Business (Featuring Keith Ruddock) 58:36

9M ago58:36

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In this episode, we chat to Keith Ruddock about business leadership and management advice. We have a general discussion around Keith's journey in business with some focus on advice he would give as a business coach.By Ison Harrison Solicitors

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How To Build A Multi-Million Property Portfolio From Scratch (Featuring Sara Poskitt) 1:00:14

9M ago1:00:14

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In this episode, we chat to Sarah Poskitt, a highly experienced property developer in Yorkshire who has amassed a property portfolio of over 100 properties. We discuss some of the different property investment strategies and include discussions around the pitfalls of the property industry.By Ison Harrison

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