How To Embrace Career Growth Without Burning Out feat. Anna Krolikowska

Anna Krolikowska is a divorce attorney, mediator, and past
president of the Illinois State Bar Association. In this
thoughtful and candid episode, Anna shares how she transitioned
from litigation to collaborative law, navigated new motherhood
while leading 30,000+ lawyers statewide, and built a career that
supports her life, not the other way around. This is a powerful
listen for anyone wondering if they can have it all—or what “all”
should really look like.





Lawyer Side Hustles


In addition to leading her firm and bar association, Anna is also
a published author. After her presidency, she asked herself,
‘What’s the next stage in the life of Anna?’ The answer: writing.
She contributed to The Everyday Woman’s Guide to Thrive in Your
Busy Life and The Iconic Woman’s Guide to Empowerment, using her
chapters to speak directly to women navigating divorce and
professional burnout.
“Life is short and there are so many different opportunities
available to us... If you remain open to possibilities, people will
cross your path,” shares Anna Krolikowska in Episode 189 of You Are
a Lawyer.

Through her writing, Anna encourages other women to embrace
imperfect balance, financial empowerment, and self-trust. Whether
it’s a dance party in your living room or a career pivot into
something unexpected, she believes joy is a valid goal—and that
being present with your family and your clients can (and should)
coexist.








LISTEN TO LEARN


How to pursue bar leadership while navigating parenting and
burnout

What collaborative law is and why it transformed Anna’s legal
practice

Why you shouldn’t ignore opportunities just because you’re
scared



WE ALSO DISCUSS


How to build your personal brand as a woman in law

Why being visible as a parent in legal leadership matters

How law students and young lawyers can cast a wider net for
their careers






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