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Clay Westbrook

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Athens, Georgia, The United States

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Psychology, Business, Nonfiction

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April 2016

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Through the process of writing and publishing my first book Debt & Circuses, I learned two things: (1) I really, really like writing (I have two more books in process presently), and (2) my greatest strengths and most enjoyable work entails communication and behavioral strategy consulting.

While nothing compares to the Wild West of the turnaround/restructuring world, I'm seeking less conflict-intensive cases and more constructive/imaginative projects. I'm happy to hear from you regarding advice, potential clients, referrals, or requests to connect.

Many people in this arena aspired to write a book about our experiences in the Great Recession, myself included. Talking about it and actually doing it... well, you know. Writing a book is a big u Through the process of writing and publishing my first book Debt & Circuses, I learned two things: (1) I really, really like writing (I have two more books in process presently), and (2) my greatest strengths and most enjoyable work entails communication and behavioral strategy consulting.

While nothing compares to the Wild West of the turnaround/restructuring world, I'm seeking less conflict-intensive cases and more constructive/imaginative projects. I'm happy to hear from you regarding advice, potential clients, referrals, or requests to connect.

Many people in this arena aspired to write a book about our experiences in the Great Recession, myself included. Talking about it and actually doing it... well, you know. Writing a book is a big undertaking, which requires inspiration. That inspiration came from a young woman's very different story.

I hope you will enjoy reading Debt & Circuses as much as I enjoyed writing it. --Clay Westbrook

After graduating with honors from the University of Georgia School of Law, Clay Westbrook moved to Atlanta with one car load of belongings, a Labrador Retriever, and dreams of wealth and success.

After the real world swiftly crushed those dreams, he spent 15 years practicing corporate transactions and real estate law, working with, and learning from, many of the most talented and/or insufferable lawyers this country has ever produced.

Clay and the practice of law parted ways for good in 2009. The breakup was amicable, with both Clay and the legal profession drastically improved as a result. He is now a writer, having spent the years since 2009 as a communications strategist, behavioral consultant, data analyst and negotiation advisor.

Clay advises executive teams, lawyers, and financial advisors in high-pressure situations requiring deep analysis and creative ideas. His consulting firm, Ascent, advises companies, business owners, and their professional service providers of all types and industries. Clients are typically, but not always, in situations where their adversary has large or unlimited resources, and careful planning of communication and creative negotiation strategy is paramount.

Clay also enjoys writing, history, sports, and the outdoors. Ideally, he would hike in the mountains all day, and then stay in a nice hotel. He resides in Atlanta with his wife, two sons, and two cats with whom he maintains a fragile truce. ...more

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	Debt & Circuses: Protecting Business Owners from their Enemies, their Allies, and Themselves 4.67 avg rating — 3 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Best Places To Work: An Autistic Adventure in Corporate America 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars