CHAPTER EIGHTEEN

COACHING FUTURE LAWYER-LEADERS: A CASE STUDY

By John Alexander

I work well with others. Though I am naturally introverted and prefer taking on projects by myself, if I am required to work in a group, I am easy to get along with. I try to let everyone give their input and believe in facilitating communication. Nobody has all the answers and many times multiple heads are better than one.

I have high standards for others. Sometimes they are too high, and I get frustrated when I feel others are not living up to their potential. In order to work better with other people, I need to realize their self-worth and value as a group member or partner.

Currently, I will decide on a particular course of action, and (because it was my decision) ...

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