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Building Social Fitness: The Key to Thriving in Legal Business Development
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Building Social Fitness: The Key to Thriving in Legal Business Development

Ben Chiriboga, Jennifer Forester

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June 22, 2024

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Season 2 Episode 18

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In this episode of “This Legal Life,” host Ben Chiriboga interviews Jennifer Forester, a business development consultant with Gladstone Growth Strategies. Jennifer discusses her journey into the legal industry and the importance of “social fitness” for lawyers, emphasizing the need for intentional relationship-building to lead healthier professional lives. They explore the science behind social connections and how strong relationships help manage stress and improve well-being.

Jennifer shares practical tips on auditing and nurturing personal and professional relationships and highlights the power of vulnerability and authenticity in client interactions. Tune in for actionable strategies to enhance your business development efforts through the lens of social fitness.

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