Bankruptcy Law inspires me. Here is a little story about why it does.
There are many lawyers out there searching for their dream jobs. The other day I heard about another tall building lawyer (we call them TBLs) leaving one very prominent firm to head to another very prominent firm. I asked myself why he would leave. That is a good question, but one I cannot answer since I've never worked for a tall building law firm, and I really don't know what the culture is like. Now, don't get me wrong, I have been in these places and to me they have always felt cold, but I was only a visitor.
Who knows, after I left maybe everyone began smiling and high-fiving each other. It could have happened that way, and my vision of that happening actually made me smile, but I doubt anyone high-fived anyone after I left. I'm willing to bet that the support staff kept tapping away at their keyboards, and they continue to do so today.
I need to be in a comfortable setting where I can smile, laugh, and enjoy myself because I know I am doing good work that really helps people. I like to joke around and have fun, and I believe that you can do so at work, in moderation.
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