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2. Identifying Your Contribution & Making it Count
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Introduction 00
Back to Table of ContentsWhile not everyone is trying to get their applications posted on December 1 to have a shot at an internship at a large law firm or a public interest organization or an externship with a judge, getting started early gives you time to consider your options more deeply and target your applications for maximum impact. You can utilize the material in this report and the accompanying activities to help you get a better handle on your preferred practice area(s) and reflect on the sort of legal professional you aspire to become.
Use this report to conduct an “information and interest audit” on who you are (Go-To Behaviors) and how you compare to attorneys working in 20+ practice areas (Practice Areas Detailed Analysis). More specifically, use the chapters and activities in this report to:
– Explore the characteristics of a legal professional(s) you admire for clues about the sort of attorney you aspire to become
– Examine the details of their lives for ideas about what legal issues, client populations, employment settings, and job skills you might want to pursue
– Assess how much you know about your preferred practice area(s) to appreciate gaps in your understanding that require remedying
– Conduct a search for additional information to expose mistaken beliefs, uncover faulty assumptions, and explode stereotypes about your preferred practice area(s)
– Gauge your enthusiasm for your preferred practice area(s) more accurately to improve your insight into its real appeal to you
With a better sense of yourself and potential practice areas, you will be more likely to find a personally and professionally appropriate ex/internship that will give you hands-on, real-world experience. Your increased self-knowledge will not only enable you to build your resumé and boost your hiring prospects, but also offer you valuable information into what sort of work suits your unique personal style as well as what would be most fulfilling.
Go-To Behaviors - The Essentials 01
Back to Table of ContentsThis section shows your top two Go-To behaviors based on Carl Jung’s Psychological Types.
Analyze
Invent
Analyze
Gain leverage using a framework.
Logic
Decide based on logically correct or incorrect and evaluate the best approach
• Logical fit and implications
• Reducing inefficiency
Analyze
Decide based on logically correct or incorrect and evaluate the best approach
Analzye is about using an internal, logic-based decision-making process that focuses on what is correct or incorrect. When using Analyze people tend to look inside before making decisions, using their mind to create order, to organize and categorize information, identify anomalies, deduce probabilities and understand how things work.
Analyze evaluates information based on how consistently and precisely the information fits within established internal systems or frameworks.These frameworks are built with precision and take a long time to be completed; therefore, they are not going to be quickly discarded in favor of a different framework. Because this is an introverted function the framework or system is not visible to others. Others often do not get a glimpse of the framework until they arrive at a decision that is not consistent with the framework, at which time they get to witness the volcanic explosion.
One can think of Analyze as an internal filing system. Each file contains sub-files, which contain sub-files, and so-on. Thus, when one is using Analyze, the time it takes to evaluate information may take a substantial amount of time, as the person must check to see if the information fits within one's complex filing system. If there is no place in the filing system for the piece of information to go, it will be rejected until more information is received.
Invent
Explore the emerging patterns.
Brainstorm
Look to the new and different ideas and explore many possibilities
• Brainstorming new ideas
• Discovering patterns and trends
Invent
: Look to the new and different ideas and explore many possibilitiesInvent is about brainstorming, a verbal questioning to identify patterns that provide insight. People using Invent tend to prefer seeking answers through brainstorming, identifying patterns and innovation. Invent looks outside the box for answers, seeking something new.
Recognizing Patterns and Possibilities
Creating possibilities for the future and spontaneously recognizing patterns and connections
- Sharing ideas
- Takes a global perspective
- Brainstorming
- Identifies patterns
- Is not bothered by details
Envisioning to Improve
- Envisioning
- Improving
- Creating the Future
- Aware of what could be.
- Generates possibilities.
- Identifies patterns and makes connections.
- Excited by the new.
Invent is about identifying possibilities and opportunities related to what is happening in the real world. It is generating new ideas based on old ones. It is creating new ideas based on what someone else has shared. It expands one idea into many possibilities without the need for precision or detail.Invent when active in a positive way tends to view the opportunities and possibilities positively. Information shared through this function may seem to be superficial or broad brush as the details or what is beneath the surface can be filled in later. The expressions tend to be global in nature.
Original work by: Sterling Bates Gene Bellotti Dario Nardi © Step Research Corporation
Practice Area Detailed Analysis 02
Back to Table of ContentsThis chapter shows how you fit in different practice areas based on your scores from the Sheffield Assessment
To help you assess how you might fit in different practice areas, this chapter shows how your results on the Sheffield Assessment compare to those of our sample of satisfied attorneys working in 24 different practice areas.
The Practice Area Detailed Analysis summarizes your results by comparing you to our sample in two key ways. Highlighted are the three traits where your scores are most similar to our practice area samples and the three traits where your scores are least similar. In addition, the right side of your display takes into account your scores on all 22 traits on the Sheffield Assessment, ranking your potential fit across the practice areas from most to least similar.
Many factors contribute to success and satisfaction in a practice area. Use this ranking of practice areas, and the top three matching and mismatching traits, as a starting point for investigating which practice areas might offer you the best fit for your future career.
Click the list of practice areas on the right to examine each one.
As much as we seek to measure everything perfectly, that's not actually possible. Indeed, no matter how good the Sheffield is, it is not able to predict whether you can or will be successful or satisfied in any particular work setting. Therefore, it's still incumbent upon you, as the expert on yourself, to look at the qualities and determine how important the opportunity to exercise them at work is to you.
For qualities you don’t place much weight on, knowing that they are less likely to be represented in a particular setting may not have much of an impact on how eager or interested you are to explore that work setting further. But for those you do care about, knowing how likely it is that these qualities will be well-represented can be useful information in helping you to prioritize which work settings to investigate first. Moreover, when there is a mismatch between the qualities that are important to you and what’s representative in an otherwise appealing setting, this information can help you anticipate the need to “sell” the value of these qualities, as well as to look for other avenues in which you can gain the satisfaction of using them.
Personal Injury
Where Beth fits with Personal Injury
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Group Problem Solving
Can solve problems in group or alone
Beth is comfortable solving problems in either a group setting or alone, depending upon the situation and availability of others.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Personal Injury
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Presence
Poised, commanding
Beth exhibits a sense of ease, poise, and self-assurance. She can "turn it on" to command a room or conversation with a compelling energy and attitude. When used purposefully this can be a highly effective tool for professional interactions.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Litigation
Where Beth fits with Litigation
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Ego Drive
Respectful debater
Beth often enjoys the challenge of convincing others but will tolerate others maintaining their point of view. She does not necessarily need to believe in their arguments, but it helps.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
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Ego Strength
Strong facade
Beth is capable of handling criticism or rejection but may question her convictions and experience some feelings of insecurity.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Litigation
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Insurance
Where Beth fits with Insurance
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Empathy
More sympathetic than empathetic
Beth is capable of intellectually appreciating another person's experience, but is less adept at genuinely connecting with another's experience emotionally. She may not recognize more subtle aspects of communication.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Insurance
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Creativity
Straight-forward
She prefers to work on matters that follow a straight-forward path or fall within a pre-defined, predictable scope.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Bankruptcy & Restructuring
Where Beth fits with Bankruptcy & Restructuring
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Teamwork
Collegial
Beth performs well as a teammate but can also step away from the group and continue to perform well on her own.
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Client Empathy
Client sympathetic when focused
Beth is capable of recognizing and understanding another's experience but does not always leave them with a genuine sense of having been understood. She can adjust her behavior based on the interpersonal situation, but this tends to require a conscious effort.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Bankruptcy & Restructuring
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits
Where Beth fits with Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Persistence
Diligent
She tends to persevere through difficult circumstances in life and career. This is an important trait in the practice of law and especially for working in the large law firm environment.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Corporate
Where Beth fits with Corporate
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Group Problem Solving
Can solve problems in group or alone
Beth is comfortable solving problems in either a group setting or alone, depending upon the situation and availability of others.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Teamwork
Collegial
Beth performs well as a teammate but can also step away from the group and continue to perform well on her own.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Corporate
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
Real Estate
Where Beth fits with Real Estate
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Group Problem Solving
Can solve problems in group or alone
Beth is comfortable solving problems in either a group setting or alone, depending upon the situation and availability of others.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Ego Strength
Strong facade
Beth is capable of handling criticism or rejection but may question her convictions and experience some feelings of insecurity.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Real Estate
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Banking & Finance
Where Beth fits with Banking & Finance
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Teamwork
Collegial
Beth performs well as a teammate but can also step away from the group and continue to perform well on her own.
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Ego Drive
Respectful debater
Beth often enjoys the challenge of convincing others but will tolerate others maintaining their point of view. She does not necessarily need to believe in their arguments, but it helps.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Banking & Finance
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Where Beth fits with Mergers & Acquisitions
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Teamwork
Collegial
Beth performs well as a teammate but can also step away from the group and continue to perform well on her own.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Mergers & Acquisitions
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Entertainment & Arts
Where Beth fits with Entertainment & Arts
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Entertainment & Arts
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Securities & Capital Markets
Where Beth fits with Securities & Capital Markets
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Empathy
More sympathetic than empathetic
Beth is capable of intellectually appreciating another person's experience, but is less adept at genuinely connecting with another's experience emotionally. She may not recognize more subtle aspects of communication.
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Persistence
Diligent
She tends to persevere through difficult circumstances in life and career. This is an important trait in the practice of law and especially for working in the large law firm environment.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Securities & Capital Markets
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Creativity
Straight-forward
She prefers to work on matters that follow a straight-forward path or fall within a pre-defined, predictable scope.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Criminal Law
Where Beth fits with Criminal Law
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Criminal Law
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Family Law
Where Beth fits with Family Law
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Comfort with Risk
Risk averse
Beth tends to prefer conventional or well-established methods that will produce an expected outcome to a matter or transaction as opposed to methods that may potentially lead to failure.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Persistence
Diligent
She tends to persevere through difficult circumstances in life and career. This is an important trait in the practice of law and especially for working in the large law firm environment.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Family Law
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Outlook
Optimistic
Beth tends to have a positive outlook towards life and events and she focuses in on the good in people or situations. This disposition is helpful for getting along with others and often leads to general happiness with one's career and life. Caution: Beth must remember to consider what might go wrong (play devil's advocate) when advocating legal issues or working on business transactions to ensure she is properly representing the client fully. Focusing only on the positive outcome will negatively affect one's representation of the client's best interest.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
International & Cross Border
Where Beth fits with International & Cross Border
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Group Problem Solving
Can solve problems in group or alone
Beth is comfortable solving problems in either a group setting or alone, depending upon the situation and availability of others.
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Ego Drive
Respectful debater
Beth often enjoys the challenge of convincing others but will tolerate others maintaining their point of view. She does not necessarily need to believe in their arguments, but it helps.
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Ego Strength
Strong facade
Beth is capable of handling criticism or rejection but may question her convictions and experience some feelings of insecurity.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with International & Cross Border
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Creativity
Straight-forward
She prefers to work on matters that follow a straight-forward path or fall within a pre-defined, predictable scope.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Tax
Where Beth fits with Tax
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
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Ego Drive
Respectful debater
Beth often enjoys the challenge of convincing others but will tolerate others maintaining their point of view. She does not necessarily need to believe in their arguments, but it helps.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Tax
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
Intellectual Property
Where Beth fits with Intellectual Property
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Ego Strength
Strong facade
Beth is capable of handling criticism or rejection but may question her convictions and experience some feelings of insecurity.
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Ego Drive
Respectful debater
Beth often enjoys the challenge of convincing others but will tolerate others maintaining their point of view. She does not necessarily need to believe in their arguments, but it helps.
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Persistence
Diligent
She tends to persevere through difficult circumstances in life and career. This is an important trait in the practice of law and especially for working in the large law firm environment.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Intellectual Property
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
White Collar Crime
Where Beth fits with White Collar Crime
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Urgency
Prefers closure on tasks before changing gears
Beth is capable of multitasking but her preferred work style is one or two important initiatives at a time. Beth can demonstrate urgency, but prefers to work at a steady pace.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Teamwork
Collegial
Beth performs well as a teammate but can also step away from the group and continue to perform well on her own.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with White Collar Crime
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Healthcare
Where Beth fits with Healthcare
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
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Teamwork
Collegial
Beth performs well as a teammate but can also step away from the group and continue to perform well on her own.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Healthcare
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
Trusts & Estates
Where Beth fits with Trusts & Estates
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
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Ego Drive
Respectful debater
Beth often enjoys the challenge of convincing others but will tolerate others maintaining their point of view. She does not necessarily need to believe in their arguments, but it helps.
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Comfort with Risk
Risk averse
Beth tends to prefer conventional or well-established methods that will produce an expected outcome to a matter or transaction as opposed to methods that may potentially lead to failure.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Trusts & Estates
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Creativity
Straight-forward
She prefers to work on matters that follow a straight-forward path or fall within a pre-defined, predictable scope.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Antitrust
Where Beth fits with Antitrust
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Ego Strength
Strong facade
Beth is capable of handling criticism or rejection but may question her convictions and experience some feelings of insecurity.
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Persistence
Diligent
She tends to persevere through difficult circumstances in life and career. This is an important trait in the practice of law and especially for working in the large law firm environment.
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Trust
Skeptical but not jaded
She tends to be somewhat skeptical, particularly when considering the motives of opposing parties/counsel. This is an important trait for making informed judgments in client situations.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Antitrust
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Advertising & Media
Where Beth fits with Advertising & Media
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Empathy
More sympathetic than empathetic
Beth is capable of intellectually appreciating another person's experience, but is less adept at genuinely connecting with another's experience emotionally. She may not recognize more subtle aspects of communication.
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Persistence
Diligent
She tends to persevere through difficult circumstances in life and career. This is an important trait in the practice of law and especially for working in the large law firm environment.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Advertising & Media
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Outlook
Optimistic
Beth tends to have a positive outlook towards life and events and she focuses in on the good in people or situations. This disposition is helpful for getting along with others and often leads to general happiness with one's career and life. Caution: Beth must remember to consider what might go wrong (play devil's advocate) when advocating legal issues or working on business transactions to ensure she is properly representing the client fully. Focusing only on the positive outcome will negatively affect one's representation of the client's best interest.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Presence
Poised, commanding
Beth exhibits a sense of ease, poise, and self-assurance. She can "turn it on" to command a room or conversation with a compelling energy and attitude. When used purposefully this can be a highly effective tool for professional interactions.
Environmental
Where Beth fits with Environmental
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Teamwork
Collegial
Beth performs well as a teammate but can also step away from the group and continue to perform well on her own.
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Ego Drive
Respectful debater
Beth often enjoys the challenge of convincing others but will tolerate others maintaining their point of view. She does not necessarily need to believe in their arguments, but it helps.
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Ego Strength
Strong facade
Beth is capable of handling criticism or rejection but may question her convictions and experience some feelings of insecurity.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Environmental
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Outlook
Optimistic
Beth tends to have a positive outlook towards life and events and she focuses in on the good in people or situations. This disposition is helpful for getting along with others and often leads to general happiness with one's career and life. Caution: Beth must remember to consider what might go wrong (play devil's advocate) when advocating legal issues or working on business transactions to ensure she is properly representing the client fully. Focusing only on the positive outcome will negatively affect one's representation of the client's best interest.
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Curiosity
Habitual, routine
Beth exhibits comfort in following a predictable or routine pattern over seeking new experiences.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
Immigration
Where Beth fits with Immigration
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Listening
Can listen well when focused
Although Beth listens to others and may pick up the facts in a conversation, she may miss the subtleties and may be inclined to fill in any gaps with her own assumptions.
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Autonomy
Can perform with or without direction
Beth is able to get the job done with minimal input but will not resist direction or guidance.
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Assuredness
Confident
She is confident in her abilities but occasionally will seek validation from others.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Immigration
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Presence
Poised, commanding
Beth exhibits a sense of ease, poise, and self-assurance. She can "turn it on" to command a room or conversation with a compelling energy and attitude. When used purposefully this can be a highly effective tool for professional interactions.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Military Law / JAG
Where Beth fits with Military Law / JAG
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most similar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this setting more comfortable.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Listening
Can listen well when focused
Although Beth listens to others and may pick up the facts in a conversation, she may miss the subtleties and may be inclined to fill in any gaps with her own assumptions.
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Ego Strength
Strong facade
Beth is capable of handling criticism or rejection but may question her convictions and experience some feelings of insecurity.
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Empathy
More sympathetic than empathetic
Beth is capable of intellectually appreciating another person's experience, but is less adept at genuinely connecting with another's experience emotionally. She may not recognize more subtle aspects of communication.
Where Beth DOESN'T fit with Military Law / JAG
Below are the three traits from the Sheffield Assessment on which your scores are most dissimilar to those of satisfied attorneys working in this Practice Area. Although there are multiple profiles of successful and satisfied attorneys working in each Practice Area, your scores on these three traits may make working in this area more demanding. However, if you choose this Practice Area understanding its potential challenges, you may offer a useful and unique perspective.
Click the list of Practice Areas on the right to examine each one.
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Initiative
Proactive
Beth frequently takes initiative on tasks without requiring instruction or supervision of others. A lawyer with strengths in this area will typically recognize the need to complete a task, develop a plan for completing the task, and begin executing towards completion of the task all on one's own.
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Outlook
Optimistic
Beth tends to have a positive outlook towards life and events and she focuses in on the good in people or situations. This disposition is helpful for getting along with others and often leads to general happiness with one's career and life. Caution: Beth must remember to consider what might go wrong (play devil's advocate) when advocating legal issues or working on business transactions to ensure she is properly representing the client fully. Focusing only on the positive outcome will negatively affect one's representation of the client's best interest.
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Planning
Goal-setter
Beth frequently sets goals for planning purposes or for measuring personal or organizational success. For her, goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about the future, and for motivating herself to turn this vision of the future into reality. Multiple studies have shown that goal-setting has been found to be common among highly successful people.
Beth Person
Assessing The Fit
Additional Instructions For Using This
For additional guidance and instructions, please refer to the Polish Activity guidelines above and online for this report chapter.
Practice Area Detailed Analysis:
Please indicate where you think your current knowledge about Personal Injury, your highest ranked practice area, falls on the continuum below.
Limited Knowledge_____________________________Abundant Knowledge
How and from whom did you acquire the knowledge you have about this practice area? Select all that apply and feel free to add additional knowledge sources. You can also record these in your report using the Comment function of the Polish tool.
- Law school courses
- On-campus workshops
- Professional association meetings or seminars
- Law journals
- Professional association websites
- Podcasts, videos, blogs, other social media or internet resources
- Books, films, television series
- Internship/work experience
- Family members and friends working in law or adjacent fields
- Mentors and other role models working in law or adjacent fields
- Informational interviews with people working in law or adjacent fields
- Other
Come back later after having explored two new information sources.
Please indicate where you think your knowledge about Personal Injury, your highest ranked practice area, now falls on the continuum below.
Limited Knowledge_____________________________Abundant Knowledge
Having explored the two new information sources, please indicate where you think your current willingness to work in Personal Injury falls on the continuum below.
Limited Willingness____________________________________Abundant Willingness
If you rated yourself closer to the “limited” end of the scale, that is you discovered you don’t have a great deal of interest in or passion for Personal Injury, complete this activity with another practice area from the list that interests you.
However you rated your willingness to work in your top practice area(s), remember no assessment is perfect and your results are just one tool to help you make a good decision about what the best practice area(s) for you might be.
Original work by: Sterling Bates Mark Levin Karl Schmitt © Step Research Corporation