Q&A Tuesday: Who Here Is Plagued By Doubt? Even If Only Now & Again?

02 October 2012

Q&A Tuesday: Who Here Is Plagued By Doubt? Even If Only Now & Again?

Q: Who here, even for a moment, experiences doubt? Before a trial? When a client calls with a perplexing question? When you have to make an either/or decision? Whenever.........

A: Click here to listen for 10 delightful minutes as Margaret Dulaney talks about devious doubt.

TIP: If you're like me, you might recognize your fear in "Bob." Name the fear and see what happens to diminish it.

This TIP also works very well in witness prep. Have your witness name or label her fear to manage it. I often ask the witness to draw a picture of the fear. It's remarkably freeing and productive.

Oct 2, 2012 3:59:01 PM | Advice & Words of Wisdom, Clients, Communication

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