Biggest Challenges Faced by a Paralegal at a Legal Services Company
Stephanie's biggest challenge as a paralegal is knowing "when to stop working on something," a struggle stemming from a desire to deliver "the best product" while maintaining work-life balance. This highlights the conflict between passion for the work and the need for professional boundaries.
Overcoming Challenges, Stress Management, Workplace Challenges, Work-Life Balance, Passion
Advizer Information
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Stephanie Henriquez
Paralegal
Legal Services Company
UCLA: 2018
N/A
History, Art History
Law
Legal
Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Learning to balance striving for perfection with knowing when a task is complete and ready for submission.
2. The challenge of knowing when to stop working and prioritize self-care and work-life balance.
3. The importance of passion in a career, while also recognizing the need for balance and time management skills.
Transcript
What is your biggest challenge in your current role?
My biggest challenge is learning when to stop working on something. I know I've already spent a lot of time on it, and it looks great, so I should just send it out. I always want to provide the best product, obviously.
I also need to learn when to hit the brakes when it comes to general work. It's both a good and a bad sign when you want to stay late and keep working. It shows you're passionate about what you're doing.
However, it's also about learning to strike an equal balance when it comes to your job.