Unpolished Gems with Jesse & Brian Kay
Unpolished Gems dives into the lesser-known stories of today's top entertainers, executives, athletes, and entrepreneurs. Through engaging interviews, father-son duo Brian & Jesse Kay uncover the triumphs and failures that have shaped their guests' journeys, revealing how they continually learn, grow, and reinvent themselves. Join them weekly as they explore the raw, unpolished moments that inspire growth and success.
Unpolished Gems with Jesse & Brian Kay
#8: Eric Friedman - Leading Skadden, One of the World's Largest Law Firms
In this episode of Unpolished Gems, Jesse and Brian have a conversation with Eric Friedman, Executive Partner at Skadden. Over the course of this conversation, and Eric’s first podcast interview ever, he provides us with a detailed view of his journey in law, sharing his experiences, challenges, and lessons learned throughout his tenure leading one of the world's most prestigious law firms.
Episode Highlights:
* (2:14) - The Decision to Pursue Law : Eric discusses what led him to the legal profession and his experiences managing a global organization of over 3,000 people.
* (6:57) - Ascending to Executive Partner : An in-depth look into the process Eric went through to become the Executive Partner at Skadden.
* (11:37) - Evolving Vision : Eric discusses how his vision for Skadden has adapted over his 15 years at the helm.
* (14:55) - Adapting to a Virtual World : How Skadden has been evolving in a hybrid world.
* (21:19) - Work/Life Balance : Eric discusses his views on looking at Work/Life balance from a broader lens.
* (24:45) - Art of the Deal : Eric shares his expertise on billion-dollar transactions and the crucial elements to be aware of.
* (27:41) - Why Details Matter : Eric sheds light on some common mistakes he has seen from junior lawyers and provides advice on how to avoid them.
* (31:45) - Does an Ivy League Diploma Matter? Eric offers his thoughts on the importance of academic pedigree and how one can get a job at Skadden without it.
* (34:44) - Succession Planning : Eric provides insight into the process of selecting his successor, Jeremy London.
Join us for an incredible conversation full of wisdom from one of the longest-tenured leaders in the legal profession. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did!
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