According to the research presented in this timeless, often-cited, article by Dr. Larry Richard, lawyers are off the charts – when compared to the general population – when it comes to certain personality characteristics. Among them:
- Highly skeptical,
- Hate change,
- Risk averse,
- Love autonomy,
- Low resilience, and
- High sense of urgency.
A must read article to help you, as managing partner of your firm, understand what you’re up against.