vlog 17. A WEEK IN MY LIFE as an Advocate striving for Work/Life Balance | Loyiso Makapela
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 เม.ย. 2022
- I decided to vlog the week where I was preparing for and running a multiple-day arbitration.
I'm one of those people that are always trying to strike a balance between my dedication and focus on my job and achieving excellence in all I do there, and trying to also live and enjoy my life by taking care of myself, doing the things that I love outside of my job, with people I love.
Arbitrations are different to going to Court in that there is no Judge, but a Commissioner who runs the arbitration much like a Judge. Nowadays most arbitrations are conducted virtually.
Personally, I find arbitrations as rewarding as they are demanding due to all the evidence that you have to go through and lead, as well as all the preparation and consultations with witnesses etc. It takes over your entire life (in a good way..) and if you have one that runs into days and weeks and months, you must take care to maintain balance with all other aspects of your practice and life.
I love dinners with friends and colleagues, dining at Signature restaurant on the Friday evening with colleagues, getting to attend the most incredible live concert with a fun group of my friends, dancing the night away at Untitled Basement in Braam and then enjoying meaningful conversations over a delicious Sunday brunch were just the sorts of wholesome activities that I needed after a most grueling and demanding week.
And so I hope that in watching this vlog you walk away with a feeling that everyone's idea of what a reasonable work/life balance looks like is different, but it remains crucial that you find it, and that you try to achieve it at every turn.
I think you'll find that once you put certain systems in place to remain consistent in constantly aiming at this balance, you will be a more effective and happier young professional adding value to your workplace and a happier and more present person for your friends and loved ones.
I'd be happy to hear in the comments what your favourite part of this vlog was!
Also, if you don't follow me over on Instagram already: I'm loyiso_makapela and I post more of my day to day life & outfits on Stories and Reels. Look through my highlights on Instagram for various stories on my different interests.
OUTFIT REFERENCES & LINKS IN THIS VIDEO
DAY ONE:
-Black Tshirt: Primark
-Black Pleated Skirt: Superbalist
-Black Belt: Woolworths
-Slingback Block heels: Asos
-Brown Leather Bag: Rowdy
-Earrings: Lovisa
-Glasses/Frames: Tom Ford
-Audiobook in the kitchen: "The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom" by Paris Woods on Audible;
-Podcast in the car: "The Mastery Sessions" by Robin Sharma
-Gold Plant spray bottle: Woolworths
-Gold Plant Watering can: H&M Home
-Grey jogger/loungewear set: Superbalist
-Black Zip Up: Nike
-Workout leggings: PicknPay Clothing
-Trainers: New Balance
-Top: Forever 21 (not Forever New)
-Cast Iron pan: Le Creuset in Meringue
-Wooden Chopping Board: YuppieChef
DAY TWO
-Beige/Brown Shirt Dress: Primark
-Leopard Print heels: H&M
-Brown Leather Bag: Rowdy
-TH-cam class taken: Yoga with Adrienne "30 Minute Yoga For Beginners"
-Yoga Mat: Cotton On
-Maroon bodysuit: Superbalist
-Maroon leggings: PicknPay Clothing
-Bralet: Cotton on Body
-Head scarf: the scarf was a gift from a friend
DAY THREE
-Ukiyo Candle: Leroy Merlin
-Tights/Leggings: Cotton On Body
-Brown jersey: Woolworths
-Rust brown beanie: Old Khaki
-Cream/Beige blazer: H&M
-Orange Pleated Skirt: Woolworths
-Burnt Orange mules: Poetry
-Brown turtle neck: Superbalist (part of a set of two)
-Plum bag: H&M
-Large hairclip: Cotton On
DAY FOUR
-Brown bodysuit: Woolworths
-Corduroy Shacket: Cotton On Curve
-Blue Jeans: Cotton On Curve Mom jeans
-Heels: Rubi at Cotton On
-Necklace: Cotton On
-Concert: Simphiwe Dana presents "Moya Live at at the Mandela Theatre", Johannesburg
DAY FIVE
-Olive Knit Dress: Woolworths
-Cream Sweater (worn over shoulders): Asos
-Sneakers: Freedom of Movement
-Sling bag: Colette Hayman at Foschini
-Glasses/Frames: Zeiss
-Necklace & Earrings: Lovisa
-Flowers: Electric Butterfly Florists in Fourways
-Picture frame: Leroy Merlin
Music: I have a subscription to Epidemic Sound
Disclaimer: This video does not contain any gifted/sponsored items or segments. Nothing in this video should be taken to be legal or other advice, it is purely for entertainment and educational purposes. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
I recently found your channel and I've just been binge watching your content ! It's very calming , easy going and I find it so encouraging. I love it !!
Welcome!! I hope to always have you bingeing my vlogs! haha!
New subscriber this side… and you don’t know how much I needed to hear those wise words you shared about feeling resistance… currently studying for my notary and conveyancing exam and contemplating on opening a law firm and I’m just feeling so much resistance as if I’ll fail.
Your vlogs give us so much motivation ❤
Your comment has really lifted me and made my day. Thank you very much, and all the best with your decision to venture out on your own!
New subbie 🥰 enjoying your content looking forward to following you life journey.
Welcome aboard Zain! I hope you like it here!!! thank you
Beautiful!!! Loved watching this video Siddie! Keep it up bebe Guyal!
You're the best sister, thank you Sid!
Morning walks/ runs are truly the best start to a day!❤. Thank you for the pearls of wisdom you always share with us!🌹
You are so welcome Sinoxolo! And as I come up on 10 000 views, I want to personally thank you because you were literally the first subscriber (other than my sister) to leave a comment on my first vlog! I appreciate you!
I loved every arbitration outfit 😍
ayyye! thanks Hunadi!
Lovely wholesome vlog as always 🤍🤍🤍
I'm so glad you enjoyed it Zoleka, thank you!
This was beautiful. Please do a video on how to get clients as advocate and challenges you faced in your early days.
Thanks in advance
Thanks Malebogo! I usually have those conversations via my IG Lives, I usually advertise them