This year, I had a moment that fundamentally changed how I view my role at Goodlawyer.
But first, let me set the stage.
A year ago, Brett Colvin and I were huddled in his apartment kitchen on a cold evening, mapping the important themes required to move Goodlawyer forward.
Stepping back from the refreshed org charts and ideal customer personas, it was clear that we’d have to challenge our team and ourselves to develop new skills and stretch into unfamiliar, even uncomfortable, domains.
For me, that meant amplifying my work and the insights I’d absorbed through hundreds of discovery calls with GCs, CEOs, and CFOs.
It meant creating and embracing a presence on LinkedIn—a daunting step for someone who prefers to operate behind the scenes.
In January, I began this new ritual. I’ve consistently posted 1-2 times per week since.
Now, to the perspective-changing moment.
It happened at the Counselwell Summit in Toronto. The GC of one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies comes up to me.
“JOSH!’ she said. “I’ve been following your posts—I’ve been meaning to ask you about…”
No introductions, no small talk. Straight into the interesting, meaningful stuff that we seek from a community of peers, colleagues and friends.
That wonderful interaction helped me see my role at Goodlawyer in a new light. It showed how putting myself out there helped to attract wonderful people into my life and Goodlawyer’s community.
I’m very grateful for the connections I made with amazing lawyers, executives, and entrepreneurs this year.
Your trust, support, and feedback are fuel, helping us grow and navigate the challenges and opportunities of building the most desirable way for lawyers to practice. Thank you.
Who else has found that sharing your story has helped you grow, personally or professionally?
