United Kingdom: Performance

Half of women working in law say the demands of their job are unsustainable for their long-term health, according to new research which canvassed the views of more than 500 female legal professionals.

Skyler Broadhead shares her unconventional journey from village law firm receptionist to Managing Paralegal at Rothera Bray, specializing in children's law and domestic violence cases. Her story reveals how curiosity, determination, and supportive mentorship can build a successful legal career without a traditional law degree.

Leadership today demands a constant balancing act between direction and detail. In a world of continuous disruption, senior leaders are pulled simultaneously toward high-level strategy and real-time execution.