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How To Embrace Career Growth Without Burning Out feat. Anna Krolikowska
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Anna Krolikowska is a divorce attorney, mediator, and past president of the Illinois State Bar Association. In this thoughtful and candid episode, Anna shares how she transitioned from litigation to collaborative law, navigated new motherhood while leading 30,000+ lawyers statewide, and built a career that supports her life, not the other way around. This is a powerful listen for anyone wondering if they can have it all—or what “all” should really look like.
Lawyer Side Hustles
In addition to leading her firm and bar association, Anna is also a published author. After her presidency, she asked herself, ‘What’s the next stage in the life of Anna?’ The answer: writing. She contributed to The Everyday Woman’s Guide to Thrive in Your Busy Life and The Iconic Woman’s Guide to Empowerment, using her chapters to speak directly to women navigating divorce and professional burnout.
“Life is short and there are so many different opportunities available to us... If you remain open to possibilities, people will cross your path,” shares Anna Krolikowska in Episode 189 of You Are a Lawyer.Through her writing, Anna encourages other women to embrace imperfect balance, financial empowerment, and self-trust. Whether it’s a dance party in your living room or a career pivot into something unexpected, she believes joy is a valid goal—and that being present with your family and your clients can (and should) coexist.
LISTEN TO LEARN
- How to pursue bar leadership while navigating parenting and burnout
- What collaborative law is and why it transformed Anna’s legal practice
- Why you shouldn’t ignore opportunities just because you’re scared
WE ALSO DISCUSS
- How to build your personal brand as a woman in law
- Why being visible as a parent in legal leadership matters
- How law students and young lawyers can cast a wider net for their careers
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203 episodes
Manage episode 477528442 series 2911363
Anna Krolikowska is a divorce attorney, mediator, and past president of the Illinois State Bar Association. In this thoughtful and candid episode, Anna shares how she transitioned from litigation to collaborative law, navigated new motherhood while leading 30,000+ lawyers statewide, and built a career that supports her life, not the other way around. This is a powerful listen for anyone wondering if they can have it all—or what “all” should really look like.
Lawyer Side Hustles
In addition to leading her firm and bar association, Anna is also a published author. After her presidency, she asked herself, ‘What’s the next stage in the life of Anna?’ The answer: writing. She contributed to The Everyday Woman’s Guide to Thrive in Your Busy Life and The Iconic Woman’s Guide to Empowerment, using her chapters to speak directly to women navigating divorce and professional burnout.
“Life is short and there are so many different opportunities available to us... If you remain open to possibilities, people will cross your path,” shares Anna Krolikowska in Episode 189 of You Are a Lawyer.Through her writing, Anna encourages other women to embrace imperfect balance, financial empowerment, and self-trust. Whether it’s a dance party in your living room or a career pivot into something unexpected, she believes joy is a valid goal—and that being present with your family and your clients can (and should) coexist.
LISTEN TO LEARN
- How to pursue bar leadership while navigating parenting and burnout
- What collaborative law is and why it transformed Anna’s legal practice
- Why you shouldn’t ignore opportunities just because you’re scared
WE ALSO DISCUSS
- How to build your personal brand as a woman in law
- Why being visible as a parent in legal leadership matters
- How law students and young lawyers can cast a wider net for their careers
Join the FREE mailing list!
Get behind-the-scenes content from You Are A Lawyer.
1) Visit www.youarealawyer.com
2) Add your email address to the Subscribe pop-up box OR
3) Enter your email address on the right side of the screen
4) Get emails from me (I won't fill your inbox with junk)!
Interact with You Are A Lawyer
Kyla Denanyoh hosts the You Are A Lawyer podcast.
Follow the podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@youarealawyer
Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com
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