Stephen Rodney

Beyond Billables: Lessons from Top Law Firm Partners

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The legal sector thrives on talent, but how do you ensure partner success, both generally and in relation to how new hires integrate and succeed? Hosted by Stephen Rodney, founder of IntoGreat Coaching, which provides tailor made integration programmes for laterals and, previously a veteran of partner legal recruitment. Beyond Billables is the essential podcast for law firm leaders and in house GCs. Stephen draws on both his recent coaching experience and his previous recruitment life as a co-founder of a leading recruitment boutique (including being responsible for one of the UK's largest-eve...

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Stephen Rodney

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How Senior Lawyers Succeed in Big Law by Mastering Integration and Politics with John Balsdon 18.11.2025 59:23

In this episode, host Stephen Rodney sits down with John Balsdon , a former senior partner at Latham & Watkins and a seasoned leader in the energy and infrastructure project finance sector. John discusses his dynamic legal career, from his early days as a partner to his decision to retire and pursue a passion for photography. He shares invaluable insights into what it takes to be a successful...

The Lateral Moves in the Law for Partners to Avoid Career Failure & Build Success with Simon Bushell 11.11.2025 55:10

In this episode of Beyond Billables , Stephen Rodney is joined by Simon Bushell , the Founding Partner at Seladore Legal , a conflict-free litigation boutique. Simon shares his journey through top UK and US law firms before founding his own firm. With over 30 years of experience in commercial litigation and fraud cases, Simon discusses the key attributes of successful law firm partners, the challe...

The Law Firm Success Formula for Senior Lawyers to Lead with Culture over Star Power - Karen Seward 04.11.2025 53:21

In this episode, host Stephen Rodney sits down with Karen Seward , Director at Seward Advisory Limited, who has held influential leadership positions throughout her legal career. Karen offers a candid and insightful reflection on what it takes to succeed in Big Law from succeeding as a partner to navigating leadership and cultural integration. With firsthand experience leading offices, shaping glo...

How Law Partners Succeed Beyond Billables by Mastering EQ and Leadership with Simon Levine 28.10.2025 54:31

In this debut episode of Beyond Billables , host Stephen Rodney is joined by Simon Levine , Strategic Innovation Partner and Global co-CEO and Managing Partner at DLA Piper . With over 30 years of experience in the legal industry, Simon discusses his journey from making partner to leading one of the largest global law firms. He shares valuable insights on leadership, the qualities needed to be a s...

New Episode Coming Soon! 21.10.2025 0:40

Welcome to Beyond Billables, the essential podcast for law firm leaders where host Stephen Rodney, founder of Intogreat Coaching, tackles the critical challenge: The Integration Gap. Why do new senior lawyer hires often fail to reach their full potential, even after a successful recruitment process? Stephen and his guests will provide the tangible strategies needed to bridge that gap. Learn how to...