I’m at the point where I do not fit in at firms and the people I work for see my growth mindset as a threat to their ability to control their workforce, rather than praising me for the work I am doing and bringing in. I want to start my own firm but truth be told I am so afraid to fail. I am also afraid of not having a salary. Any advice 🥲

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Same here but you need to take the leap of faith assuming you have the necessary experience level.
I'm waiting to get some trial experience before I do it.

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I was in your shoes and it was what drove me to strikeout. Seconding this, when you can run a file without someone looking over your shoulder then you have the skills to strike out. If you’re bringing in/could be bringing in work, then you’ve got the volume to feed yourself. If you’re nervous about the business aspect, see if you can find some lawyers to office/expense share. That helps reduce the pressure of opening an office on your own.

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As another has stated see if you can share office space and then share information with other attorneys. Also do volunteer and pro bono work as you make get referrals that way. Also join state bar associations and do volunteer events or soup kitchens to connect with folks. If you have over a year or two of experience you are probably ready.

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Thanks so much

I leapt and it’s been the best two months of my life so far.

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