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Sonya Sigler

CEO at PractiGal LLC
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  • Empty Nesters Embrace Career Reinvention: A New Norm
    Sonya, a former lawyer, pivoted to career coaching after becoming an empty nester. She emphasizes that midlife career reinvention is increasingly common, offering fulfillment and flexibility. Sonya advises empty nesters to align new careers with personal values and interests, leveraging their experience. Her book, "What’s Next for My Career?", guides others through this transformative journey.
  • AI in Legal: Navigating Risks and Responsibilities
    Sonya emphasizes the importance of oversight in AI use within legal teams. She advises CIOs to ensure AI tools support, not replace, legal judgment. "The smarter approach is to manage the risk," she notes, advocating for a culture of responsible AI use. Cross-functional governance is crucial for navigating AI's legal and reputational risks.
  • Unlocking Second-Act Careers: Insights from Executive Coach Sonya Sigler
    Sonya emphasizes that a second act builds on past achievements. She advises, “A hobby becomes a viable career move when you treat it with the same commitment.” Sonya notes, “A second act isn’t just possible—it might be the most fulfilling chapter of your work life,” especially for those seeking purpose and flexibility.
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  • People change jobs in a high employment environment when they are bored or frustrated or they haven’t been promoted or gotten a raise that they feel is worthy. Employees become frustrated when they have been in a job for a while, even if they are good at it. One of the reasons I hear most often in the coaching and consulting context is that they are bored, that they have done everything they can with their current job. They are looking for a challenge, whether it is at their current company or another one.

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