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Todd's work combines: Law, Writing, and Problem Solving
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Business Administration and Management, General
George Washington University
Doctorate
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
George Washington University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Lawyers:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Business/Corporate Communications, General
Doctorate: American/US Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
As the son of a successful lawyer and powerful father figure, was predisposed to a legal career.
2.
Very much enjoyed a business law course in college with a great professor.
3.
Was always interested in business but chose what I thought to be a "safer" route through law school.
4.
Found traditional law firm job while still in law school that paid well.
5.
Maintained strong personal relationships that enabled me to develop my own interesting practice.
6.
Focused on work that I enjoyed & built my practice with clients about which I was passionate.
7.
Built deep relationships with fewer clients.
8.
Was hired away from private practice by largest client into my dream job.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
You should go to law school because it's safe, you'll "always have it" and "you can do anything with a legal degree."
How I responded:
Once down a path that I didn't believe I could fundamentally change, I focused on doing everything I could within my job to get me to a better place. I shirked work in which I wasn't interested, even if it meant earning less or upsetting others. I worked for free (or cheap) with every startup that came along. I focused on giving my very best effort EVERY TIME for my clients. I formed such a deep relationship with my best client that it became obvious to both of us that I belonged there.