The Hidden Cost of Ego in Law and Why It Ruins Client Trust | Thomas Tona Shares Decades of Lessons
Wed Feb 04 2026
Ego is often rewarded early in law, but it quietly erodes trust, credibility, and long-term success. In this episode, Thomas Tona shares what decades of practice taught him about judgment, self-awareness, and building a law firm that lasts. We talk about burnout, client relationships, discipline, and why humility is often the difference between lawyers who plateau and those who endure.
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If you've ever felt overwhelmed by advice, pressure to be everywhere, or the sense that law school prepared you for everything except real practice, this conversation will feel uncomfortably honest.
Subscribe to the channel for more conversations about what law school didn't teach you, how law firms really grow, and how to build a practice without losing yourself in the process.
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Ego is often rewarded early in law, but it quietly erodes trust, credibility, and long-term success. In this episode, Thomas Tona shares what decades of practice taught him about judgment, self-awareness, and building a law firm that lasts. We talk about burnout, client relationships, discipline, and why humility is often the difference between lawyers who plateau and those who endure. Watch Full Episode HERE If you've ever felt overwhelmed by advice, pressure to be everywhere, or the sense that law school prepared you for everything except real practice, this conversation will feel uncomfortably honest. Subscribe to the channel for more conversations about what law school didn't teach you, how law firms really grow, and how to build a practice without losing yourself in the process.