Karin Walker - Family Lawyer - How to leave a Narcissist - the Practical Podcast
The term 'Narcissism' has been used increasingly to describe someone who is 'difficult' or 'unpleasant' - who treats other people badly. Narcissism is however a very real condition. Those who suffer from narcissistic personality disorder are very low in empathy and therefore particularly bad at maintaining long term personal relationships. As a consequence, those who work with couples who are separating are much more likely to encounter this particular pattern of behaviour during the work that they do. And it is most definitely a pattern, which, when properly understood is quite easily identifiable. Once identified it becomes possible to plan a strategy intended to minimise the impact of narcissistic abuse and achieve an outcome based upon informed decisions.
Taking the step to leave a toxic, abusive relationship requires a great deal of courage and support. It is vital to understand exactly what you are facing. You need to recognise that a narcissist is not likely to ever change. The only thing you can change is your reaction to their behaviour.
Family Lawyer, Karin Walker and her guests, all experts in their field, talk through the various issues you need to consider with numerous practical tips and pointers, providing invaluable help at an extremely difficult time in your life.
Karin Walker - Family Lawyer - How to leave a Narcissist - the Practical Podcast
Valuing a company or business - an interview with Kate Hart from Quantuma
Narcissists are very poor at forming relationships with others in every area of their life. As a consequence they will often be self-employed. Their lack of empathy can make them extremely successful in business but with that comes a lack of desire to be clear and transparent about their business ventures. It is therefore highly Likely to involve the services of an accountant to provide a valuation as a Single Joint Expert to value the business(es) or to act as a shadow accountant to advise on information provided.
In this episode Karin Walker discusses the complex issue of business valuations with Kate Hart of Quantuma. Kate acts as an expert witness and advisor for individuals and corporates, with her experience ranging from owner-managed businesses and partnerships to large multi-nationals. She has over 20 years experience as a forensic accountant and is most frequently instructed as an expert witness (both as a party-appointed and single joint expert) although she also provides advice to clients at the preliminary stages of legal disputes.
Kate focuses on producing work that can be readily understood by the non-accountant and is often told that her ability to explain things in plain English sets her apart.
The discussion covers what to look out for and how to get the best out of the accountant instructed (on either an individual or joint basis) and is intended to provide information and tips both for the client and their legal advisors.