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Firing on All Syllables

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    Leadership in the Legal Industry: Building Community, Purpose & Impact with Kerri Parslow – Ep54

    Leadership in the legal industry is about more than professional success. It’s about building community, creating impact, and inspiring people to do work that matters.

    In this episode of Firing On All Syllables, Gary Kalaci speaks with Kerri Parslow, family lawyer and founder of Law Suits, about leadership, resilience, career evolution, and the power of community within the legal profession.

    They discuss:
    • The story behind launching Law Suits in support of cancer research
    • How legal leaders can use their platforms to drive meaningful impact
    • Why community and relationships matter in professional services
    • Career pivots, reinvention, and taking calculated risks
    • What leadership really looks like beyond titles and accolades

    If you work in legal or professional services, this conversation offers thoughtful perspectives on leadership, resilience, and building something bigger than yourself.

    32 min listen

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    Leadership in Regulated Industries: Perspective, AI, and the Future of Legal Work – With Lisa Mather – Ep53

    Global experience, cultural nuance, and evolving business demands are reshaping how legal leaders operate. As AI accelerates change, one thing remains constant: judgment, perspective, and human connection still drive value.

    In this episode of Firing On All Syllables, Gary Kalaci speaks with Lisa Mather, General Counsel with global experience across North America, the APAC region, and the Middle East, about leadership in regulated environments and the future of legal work.

    They discuss:
    How global experience shapes legal judgment and decision-making
    Why AI is expanding access to legal knowledge and what that means for lawyers
    The shift from reactive legal support to embedded, strategic partnership
    How cultural context and language impact business relationships
    Why true connection still matters in a digital-first world

    If you're a legal leader, executive, or professional operating in regulated industries, this conversation offers a practical perspective on navigating change, exercising judgment, and staying relevant as the role of legal continues to evolve.

    36 min listen

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    Executive Transitions in Regulated Industries: The Hidden Power of Networks with Mark Hamill – Ep52

    Artificial intelligence, regulatory pressure, and evolving business demands are forcing leaders in regulated industries to rethink how they operate, but one constant remains: relationships drive opportunity.

    In this episode of Firing On All Syllables, Gary Kalaci speaks with Mark Hamill about executive transitions, leadership in regulated environments, and how networks shape career outcomes, board opportunities, and business growth.

    They discuss:
    - Why 80% of executive opportunities come from your network
    - How leaders should approach career transitions and second careers
    - The role of boards in scaling businesses and managing risk
    - Why “giving” creates long-term advantage in executive leadership
    - How to navigate uncertainty after leaving a long-term role

    If you’re a senior leader, board member, or executive operating in legal, financial, or other regulated industries, this conversation offers a practical perspective on staying relevant, building influence, and unlocking new opportunities.

    42 min listen

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    A.I. in Law: You Cannot Outsource Accountability with Chad Aboud – Ep51

    Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how legal work gets done, but accountability still sits with professionals.

    In this episode of Firing On All Syllables, Gary Kalaci speaks with Chad Aboud, Chief Commercial Officer at Goodlawyer, about how legal leaders should approach A.I., technology, and the evolving role of in-house counsel and law firms.

    They discuss:
    - Why accountability cannot be outsourced in the age of A.I.
    - How legal teams should think about validation, risk, and governance
    - The shift from legal “gatekeepers” to business partners and system architects
    - How to stay close to the business while scaling with technology

    If you're a legal leader navigating A.I. adoption, this conversation will help you think more clearly about trust, responsibility, and where professionals add the most value.

    40 min listen

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