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62 efforts should be aligned with a vision that reflects your values, strengths, and long-term objectives. Whether your vision includes skills in public speaking, technical expertise, or leadership, defining it is the first step. SEARCH FOR RESOURCES LIKE WWL Explore the Women Who Read book club, which features monthly selections tied to personal and professional growth. Engage in discussions within ILTA's egroups and online communities. These spaces provide real-time support, ideas, and inspiration. PRACTICE MICRO- DEVELOPMENT Growth does not necessarily mean attending all-day seminars. WWL's Nurturing Outstanding Women (NOW) series provides quick, powerful pro tips through LinkedIn, ideal for busy professionals. Watch a two- minute video on self-promotion, try a networking strategy at your next meeting, or reflect on a journaling prompt. Small steps create significant momentum. SAY YES TO VISIBILITY Whether volunteering for a panel, writing a blog post, or presenting at a lunch-and-learn, visibility builds confidence and credibility. WWL welcomes volunteers to participate in webinars, submit LinkedIn tips, and contribute ideas. Raising your hand can open doors. BUILD YOUR CIRCLE Professional development is enhanced by community involvement. The community boosts professional growth. Surround yourself with peers, mentors, and advocates who can support and guide you. Engage in WWL events, such as ILTACON sessions or the Catalyst conference, which connect women across organizations for meaningful learning and relationship-building. EMPOWERMENT REQUIRES COLLABORATION While personal growth is certainly individual, it does not happen in isolation. The barriers women face in legal tech—whether subtle bias or structural inequity—necessitate personal development and external support. Women Who Lead is working to close that gap by providing the tools, spaces, and sisterhood women need to thrive. Remember, professional development includes more than a checkbox on a performance review. It is about believing in your potential and being willing to invest in it. That investment can lead to personal success and systemic change with the right support system in place. So, whether you are an experienced leader or just starting, do not wait for permission to grow. The movement is here. The community is waiting. The time to lead—on your terms—is now. TIFFANY MCLEAN is the Training Manager at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP and a nationally recognized leader in learning and development. With over 15 years of experience and a degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Loyola University Chicago, she designs transformative training programs that foster professional growth and inclusion. Tiffany has been named one of the top 50 learning and development professionals in the U.S. and is active in organizations such as ALA, ILTA, and Inforum Michigan. She frequently contributes to industry publications and panels.

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