How to Build Resilience as a Young Lawyer feat. Kenya Rothstein

Kenya Rothstein is an environmental attorney and podcast host who
knows firsthand how resilience and rejection can shape a dream
career. In this episode, Kenya shares her journey from navigating
law school during a pandemic to launching her podcast, Thank You
for Saying NO, where she reframes rejection as a powerful
opportunity for growth. Join us as Kenya discusses how embracing
“no” moments can lead to unexpected paths and inspire lasting
success.





Lawyer Side Hustles


For many lawyers, side hustles or non-traditional legal careers
offer a way to explore passions beyond the courtroom, and Kenya
is no exception. Alongside her work as an environmental attorney,
Kenya hosts her podcast, Thank You for Saying NO, where she
reframes rejection as an opportunity for growth. Her journey
demonstrates how legal skills like research, storytelling, and
preparation can seamlessly translate into creative projects,
allowing lawyers to pursue fulfilling ventures while maintaining
their professional roles.
“Some of my skills as an attorney, like directly translate to
podcasting. I know the answer to every question I'm going to ask
already. And I know their whole story,” shares Kenya Rothstein in
Episode 170 of You Are a Lawyer.

Kenya’s side hustle is more than just a creative outlet—it’s a
way to connect with others and inspire them to embrace resilience
in the face of challenges. She believes lawyers are inherently
creative problem-solvers, capable of using their unique skill set
to pursue diverse interests and build impactful side businesses.
Her story is a testament to the idea that being a lawyer doesn’t
mean being limited to one identity; instead, it’s an opportunity
to explore new avenues and redefine what success looks like in
the legal field and beyond.








LISTEN TO LEARN


How to reframe rejection as an opportunity for growth and
resilience.

Why embracing “no” moments can lead to unexpected career
paths and personal success.

How to balance vulnerability and professionalism in creative
pursuits like podcasting.






WE ALSO DISCUSS


Kenya’s experiences as an environmental attorney and the
challenges of litigation.

How skills from law school translate into other areas like
podcasting.

The unexpected ways life can align when you follow your
purpose.






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