Women of WLG (WOW) Forum Key Takeaways
WLG's Women of World Law Group (WOW) Forum recently held two virtual sessions on Excellence in Practice. Sessions included women leaders sharing insights about their careers and engaging in small-group discussions focused on leadership and personal development.
In the first session, Christine McCay, Managing Partner of Troutman Pepper Locke’s (Massachusetts, USA) Boston office, emphasized that authentic professional development stems from fostering natural collaboration and encouraging curiosity about clients’ broader business objectives–driven by firm leaders intentionally cultivating a supportive culture through their own example.
During the second session, Sarah Sinclair, Chair of MinterEllisonRuddWatts (New Zealand) and leader of the firm's infrastructure practice, discussed defining personal success at different life stages, leveraging professional platforms for broader influence, and leading authentically by staying true to one’s values.
Key Takeaways: Session One (Christine McCay, Troutman Pepper Locke)
Create Opportunities: Professional development is most effective through natural, unstructured interactions rather than formal training. By fostering environments where colleagues naturally collaborate, share knowledge, and mentor each other spontaneously, firms can develop talent more authentically and deeply than through rigid programs.Key Takeaways: Session Two (Sarah Sinclair, MinterEllisonRuddWatts)
Define Success Personally: Success is not a universal concept; it varies at different stages of life and should be defined by your own values and priorities. Sarah highlighted the importance of developing flexible career paths that enable professionals to balance work and personal life without compromising their potential.