It feels a bit odd, I must say, after 20+ years of that title being part of who I am.
The picture is from my Admission to the Bar in 2002, with my Dad as the moving counsel.
And yes - as my kids tell me - “without a beard, you look weird.”
Why the change?
For over a decade, my interests and passions have shaped a new path for me, guiding me away from the law and into training and coaching in leadership, influencing and negotiation.
Despite working full-time in this training and coaching space for a while now, I’ve held onto my practising certificate, thinking it wouldn’t hurt to have a safety net.
But here's the thing: the law is no longer a part of what I want to do. In fact, for many years, it wasn’t the legal work itself that kept me in the profession; it was the clients and colleagues I had the privilege to work with.
Now I continue to work with amazing people AND do work that lights me up. I get to help others grow, lead, and succeed, and that’s a calling that resonates.
So, adios lawyer Stu 👋
To those who have been part of my legal journey over the years, a HUGE thank you for your support and trust.
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