In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions, we sit down down with Raeza Ibrahim, a lawyer, arts enthusiast, and theatre lover. We explore his unique career path, from practicing law in Singapore to his passion for theatre and starting a boutique law firm. Raeza shares his journey of balancing introversion with career choices, his thoughts on working with family, and the challenges faced in the legal profession.In this conversation, we discuss what sets good lawyers apart, the impact of technology on the industry, and his foray into the F&B world by owning a bar in Singapore. Raeza also opens up about a miraculous health journey that changed his perspective on life. Plus, we take a look into the future and what lies ahead in his multi-faceted career.Listen for a candid discussion on career transitions, personal growth, and navigating the challenges of both the legal and creative worlds.🎧 Tune in now, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!GUESThttps://www.linkedin.com/in/raezaibrahim/PAUL QUINNInstagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/taipansg/⁠⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WPCareerCoachingApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quinntesssential-questions-podcast-with-paul-quinn/id1764230785LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-quinn-wp1/⁠OUR SOCIALSWebsite: ⁠https://careercoaching.westport-partners.com⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/westport-partners-career-coaching/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/westportpartnerscareercoaching/⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/Westport-Partners-Career-Coaching/61558129585059/(00:30) Raeza’s Background as a Lawyer and Arts Enthusiast (04:40) Being an Introvert ⁠(08:00) Theatre Journey(12:42) Making a Career Choice ⁠(17:05) Practising Law in Singapore ⁠(22:00) Pursuing his Passion for Theatre⁠(28:30) Starting a Boutique Law Firm ⁠(29:40) Returning to his Previous Employer (32:00) A Rational Approach to Resigning ⁠(38:20) Every Case is a Win - Lose ⁠(39:26) Working with his Father ⁠(43:00) How are Lawyers Viewed in Singapore? ⁠(44:30) Reasons for High Attrition in the Industry ⁠(49:50) The Downside of Technology ⁠(55:55) What Differentiates a Good and a Bad Lawyer? ⁠(01:01:01) Reading About Communication & Negotiation ⁠(01:04:34) Owning a Bar in Singapore ⁠(01:08:00) Challenges of an F&B Business ⁠(01:10:30) A Miraculous Health Journey ⁠(01:19:40) Future OutlookThe views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company or organisation (or similar), its affiliates, subsidiaries, partners or its employees.