Amanda Hamilton

The role of the professional support lawyer (PSL) first emerged in the early- to mid-1990s amongst London's Magic Circle, and quickly became essential for mid-size and even smaller firms. However, this golden period for the PSL came to an abrupt end with the global financial crisis and the subsequent recession, which rocked the legal landscape; the greatest shockwaves were inevitably felt by legal support teams, as many firms sought to maintain profitability by shifting their focus to fee-earners and cutting what was quickly perceived as superfluous business functions. The slow but steady recovery of the economy and the consequent pick-up of client demand since then has meant that the importance of PSLs to law firm operations has once again been recognised. However, the legal profession is not the same as it was before the recession; this is reflected in not only the changes in what is expected from fee-earners, but also support staff such as PSLs. Traditionally seen as a backstage position that mainly involved administrative work and the drafting of precedents, the PSL role is rapidly transforming. A PSL cannot only contribute to a firm's competitive edge by providing the traditional technical expertise; it has now become essential to perform tasks ranging from involvement in business development to the provision of training, the capture and dissemination of knowledge, product selection, and project management. This kind of flexibility is a quality that has made the role of the PSL attractive to those seeking an alternative to legal practice; however, it brings its own challenges. With such a wide variety of responsibilities and functions, it can be difficult to find relevant information on what career development might look like, or the skills needed for the progression. Identifying current issues and future challenges, too, is rendered problematic by this versatility. The Evolving Role of the PSL aims to fill this information gap.

Oh hello You've just stumbled upon a collection of weird essays from a noob writer you didn't know you needed in your life. In Not That Likeable: And Other Stories I Told Myself, perennial weirdo Amanda Hamilton unflinchingly chronicles her childhood exploits and coming-of-age story, in all their cringey glory. (Full disclosure: there's a lot of content about boobs, boy crushes, maxi-pads and mean girls.) Riotously funny and spirited, Amanda balances unflinching honesty and side-splitting wit in this offbeat memoir for the proverbial outsider. She bares all, starting with tales of her less-than-conventional upbringing in a multi-generational family of seven crammed into a modest bungalow-with one washroom. (THE HORROR.)From stories from her early entrepreneurial beginnings trying to sell tap water, her equal love for and boycott of Care Bear panties, and the time she wore garbage to school to make a (not-so) salient statement about Earth Day, nothing is too mortifying to leave in the pages of her tween diaries. There's also an essay about the first time she had sex with her high school sweetheart-she offered to redact that section in her grandmother's advanced copy, but Grandma declined. Anyhoo, if you've ever felt like an outsider or struggled to fit in, this book might just help you feel a little less alone. Not That Likeable is both a hilarious reflection on a singular childhood, and a celebration of the shared absurdity of being human.

This issue contains creative work from: Cailin Barrett-Bressack, Dmitry Borshch, Nicholas Campbell, Travis Geoghegan, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Brian Hischier, Michael Mark, Jeanette Powers, Katherine Forbes Riley, Timothy Schirmer, Cutter Streeby, Jael Tommy, and Emily Paige Wilson. Blue Monday Review is a Kansas City based literary magazine which publishes Kurt Vonnegut-inspired fiction, poetry, essays, and visual art. Visit www.bluemondayreview.com for more details. Blue Monday Review is produced by a tireless staff. This issue exists thanks to the dedication and work of the following people: Amanda Hamilton, Jim Doering, Brian Hischier, Liz Breazeale, Chloe Johnson, Camille Paris, Travis Pope, Savannah Admire, Taylor Anderson, Brandon Bender, Michael Diaz Feito, Alexa Doran, Amanda Hill, Ally McNitt, Erich Noack, Angela Penticuff, Tanner Rush, Jenny Sande, Kathryn Sarcone, Dominique Scanlan, Alayna Ziegler, Ben Abbott, Emma Matthews and Aline Zimmer.

It's the revolutionary approach to dieting that has been hitting the headlines! In this book TV nutritionist Amanda Hamilton reveals how you can shape up and improve your well-being with intermittent fasting

Amanda Hamilton has helped thousands of people to lose weight and regain body confidence and zest for life. Discover the transformational diet secret: intermittent fasting - the future of weight loss Experience rapid and sustained weight loss - drop a dress size in just six weeks and shift even stubborn fat Follow Amanda's healthy fasting - and ensure you get all the nutrients you need for long-term results Use the plans to maximize the benefits of fasting - to lose weight, slow down ageing and boost your health Choose a fasting plan that suits you and your lifestyle - 16/8, 5/2, alternate day or juice fasts Along with fasting guides, you'll enjoy delicious, nutritious food with over 100 healthy and sustaining recipes for breakfasts, lunches and dinners

Amanda Hamilton has helped thousands of people to lose weight and regain body confidence and zest for life. Discover the transformational diet secret: intermittent fasting - the future of weight loss! Experience rapid and sustained weight loss - drop a dress size in just six weeks and shift even stubborn fat Follow Amanda's healthy fasting - and ensure you get all the nutrients you need for long-term results Use the plans to maximize the benefits of fasting - to lose weight, slow down ageing and boost your health Choose a fasting plan that suits you and your lifestyle - 16/8, 5/2, alternate day or juice fasts Along with fasting guides, you'll enjoy delicious, nutritious food with over 100 healthy and sustaining recipes for breakfasts, lunches and dinners

Life Detox introduces you to a world of perfect health, mental clarity and feeling and looking great. This life-changing book reveals a 7-day programme which will help you to lose weight, banish cellulite, overcome ailments, and achieve optimum vitality and a sense of wellbeing. World leading detox experts Amanda Hamilton and Sandy Newbigging explain· How bodies become toxic· Why the key to a successful detox is to combine a body-focused programme with powerful mental techniques to overcome stress and release emotional blocks. The 7-day detox way to lose weight and look fantastic· How to change the way you think and feel, and banish toxins from your body. The book guides you through a step-by-step mind-body detox programme that is both effective and long-lasting. Amanda provides a 7-day cleanse and an easy-to-follow maintenance diet while Sandy gives you simple tools to help you to release your mental and emotional toxins too. This is a detox which will change the way you live your life forever. You will quickly feel healthier and happier, and look years younger!