The Joyful Practice for Women Lawyers: Recent Episodes
Paula Price
This podcast was created to empower women lawyers just like you to create a life and practice you love. As an advocate, you spend your days in service to others, fighting their battles and putting their needs first. But at the end of the day, you can be left feeling tired, overwhelmed, and like you’re missing out on something more. While you’ve mastered the skills of forecasting risks, solving problems, and working hard, those skills may not be helping you create the life and practice you want: one that brings you more joy. This podcast is your time away from the daily hustle to focus on taking care of you: seeing where you’re stuck, figuring out what you truly want and learning skills that will help you define and create success on your own terms.
Tune in every week and join Paula Price, litigator turned certified executive coach, as she shares practical tools you can use to define and create success on your own terms. If you’re over the overwhelm, done with putting out fires and ready to stop letting perfectionism hold you back from going after what you really want, this podcast is for you.
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How do you stay grounded when everything feels like too much? In this episode, I walk you through the internal and external factors that tend to trigger a stress response, and how to shift into a more centered, responsive state. From understanding your baseline wiring and physiological cues to reconnecting with your values and priorities, I share a framework that helps me move from reactivity into choice. If you’ve ever walked away from a situation wishing you had handled it differently, this episode will help you build the awareness and tools to respond with greater clarity and confidence next time. This is a skill you can develop. And the more you practice it, the more grounded you’ll feel, no matter what’s happening around you.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/213
Learn more and register for the Leadership for Women Lawyers Group Coaching and Mastermind (July to December 2025): https://www.uplevelcpd.com/courses/july-to-december-2025-leadership-for-women-lawyers-group-coaching-and-mastermind-experience
Register for the upcoming webinar, "2025 Mid-Year Reset: Evaluate, Recalibrate and Recharge" on Thursday, June 26, 2025: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SZ0VsgD0QjySv_mbu9WI3w
Do you feel like you've fallen off track or out of alignment? The mid-year point offers a perfect opportunity to evaluate where you are and recalibrate your course for the remainder of the year. In this insightful episode, I explore what it means to get "off track" and provide practical strategies for realigning with your authentic goals and values. This episode provides a framework for reconnecting with yourself, re-evaluating your true priorities, and rebuilding trust in your own judgment. Whether you're feeling disconnected from your initial 2025 goals or sensing a deeper need for realignment, these strategies will help you create meaningful change. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/212
Learn more and register for the Leadership for Women Lawyers Group Coaching and Mastermind (July to December 2025): https://www.uplevelcpd.com/courses/july-to-december-2025-leadership-for-women-lawyers-group-coaching-and-mastermind-experience
Register for the upcoming webinars:
"Calm, Clear and Confident: Lead Yourself First" on Thursday, June 12, 2025: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7u5kDK3VSo2EPmpTfvDvaw
"2025 Mid-Year Reset: Evaluate, Recalibrate and Recharge" on Thursday, June 26, 2025: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SZ0VsgD0QjySv_mbu9WI3w
Have you considered alternative options in your legal career? In this episode, I’m joined by three accomplished lawyers—Betta Wishart, Catalina Rodriguez, and Cherisse Friesen—who share their candid experiences navigating non-linear career paths across private practice, in-house roles, and public service Through their combined journeys spanning multiple cities, practice areas, and life transitions, they reveal how stepping off the traditional law firm track opened doors to fulfilling opportunities they hadn’t initially imagined. From moving between sectors to managing young families, their stories offer a real-world look at the personal and professional growth that can come from choosing a different path. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/211
Do you struggle with public speaking? This is a fundamental skill that shapes every lawyer's professional reputation and success, whether presenting in a courtroom or speaking up during client meetings. In this episode, professional speaker and communication coach Stephanie C. Mitchell shares essential strategies for delivering clear, confident presentations that connect with any audience. With a background in both law and journalism, Stephanie brings unique insights into the challenges lawyers face when communicating in important situations. She breaks down how to structure presentations effectively, manage speaking anxiety, and create meaningful connections with listeners - even in virtual settings. Through practical examples and proven techniques, she demonstrates how lawyers can move beyond perfectionism to develop an authentic and engaging speaking style.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/210
Why is building an internal market for your work the most important skill for a lawyer to develop in order to thrive in a law firm environment? Many lawyers graduate from law school well-trained in legal analysis but completely unprepared for the entrepreneurial aspects of practice. In this episode, I share three powerful frameworks to help you develop your internal market, drawing an illuminating parallel between practicing law and serving at a restaurant. By mastering these client relationship skills, you'll position yourself to work with the lawyers you most want to learn from, on the matters that interest you most, while creating a sustainable foundation for your practice.
Get full show notes and more information here:https://thejoyfulpractice.com/209
Register for the upcoming webinar: Becoming a Trusted "Go-To" on Friday, May 23: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0MMC4yPhS7Czt6sL1osQxw
What sets effective legal writing apart when you move from law school to a law firm? The transition from academic to professional legal writing can be challenging, but it's a critical skill that will serve you throughout your career.
In today's episode, I'm joined by Amanda Haverstick, a legal writing coach who shares valuable insights on how to excel in this essential area. We discuss common mistakes new lawyers make, how to rebuild trust after errors, and practical strategies for overcoming writer’s block and perfectionism. Whether you're a summer student, articling student, or associate in your early years, this episode offers concrete tools to help you strengthen your legal writing skills.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/208
Register for the upcoming webinars:
Part 1: Pillars of Practice on Friday, May 16: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cSdfIcCfStOVAGrjUTmbuQ
Part 2: Becoming a Trusted "Go-To" on Friday, May 23: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0MMC4yPhS7Czt6sL1osQxw
Are you about to start your first summer at a law firm? In this episode, I'm addressing the common hurdles that summer students and new lawyers encounter when stepping into a law firm environment for the first time. I'm sharing strategies to help you navigate this transition successfully, from developing an owner's mindset to managing shifting priorities and building confidence. Whether you're a summer student, articling student, or junior associate, these insights will help you cross that bridge with greater confidence and purpose. I'm also inviting you to join me for two free webinars where we'll dive deeper into these strategies. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/207
Register for the upcoming webinars:
Part 1: Pillars of Practice on Friday, May 16: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cSdfIcCfStOVAGrjUTmbuQ
Part 2: Becoming a Trusted "Go-To" on Friday, May 23: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0MMC4yPhS7Czt6sL1osQxw
Have you ever found yourself replaying an imaginary conversation in your head, anticipating criticism that hasn't even happened yet? I recently caught myself doing exactly this—mentally preparing for criticism from someone in my personal life. It made me realize just how powerful criticism can be, affecting our actions and decisions even when it's merely anticipated rather than actually received. In this episode, I'm sharing strategies I wish I'd learned earlier in my career for handling criticism effectively. By meeting criticism with compassion, curiosity, and courage, you can process feedback constructively and confidently rather than letting it hold you back. These tools will help you stop avoiding criticism and instead learn to use it as an opportunity for growth, ultimately giving you the freedom to take bold steps toward your goals without fear of judgment. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/206
Are you constantly searching for the perfect productivity app to manage your overwhelming to-do list? In this episode, I reveal what a renowned productivity expert considers the ultimate productivity app—and it might surprise you. I share a four-step process to transform your relationship with productivity, helping you move from mindlessly checking boxes to intentionally creating a practice and life aligned with your deepest values. This approach puts you back in the driver's seat of your schedule instead of letting external demands control your time. If you're tired of feeling like you're constantly running on a treadmill without making meaningful progress, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on what productivity really means.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/205
Is the grass actually greener on the other side of the fence? This question plagues many lawyers who find themselves stuck in a professional rut, unsure whether to stay in their current position or venture into new territory. In this episode, I draw surprising parallels between relationship dynamics on reality TV and the career dilemmas lawyers face. I uncover ten valuable lessons that apply directly to professional stuckness. Whether you're one foot in and one foot out at your current firm, or simply curious about what drives career satisfaction, these insights will help you gain clarity. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/204
What does it mean to lead with a champion mindset? As lawyers, we often focus on our own development and success, but true leadership extends beyond personal achievement. It's about lifting others up, advocating for them, and creating opportunities that help them thrive. I'll share three common obstacles that prevent lawyers from championing others and practical solutions to overcome them. By adopting a champion mindset, you'll not only help others succeed but also experience greater fulfillment, stronger connections, and enhanced confidence in your own abilities. This higher-level leadership concept can elevate your practice from good to extraordinary.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/203
Have you ever noticed that the more you try to control everything in your life and practice, the less certain you actually feel? This paradox of chasing certainty is something I see regularly in my coaching practice with lawyers. When we desperately try to create predictability by controlling external factors, we often end up feeling more uncertain and exhausted than when we started. In today's episode, I'm sharing four practical strategies to help you create more certainty in your practice without trying to control everything around you. You'll discover how to shift your focus from what you don't want to what you do want, how to break down overwhelming goals into manageable steps, and how to generate that feeling of certainty from within. By the end, you'll understand how to feel certain even when facing uncertain circumstances.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/202
Should you go part-time after maternity leave? It's a question that many women lawyers grapple with as they prepare to return to work after having a baby. On one hand, you want to be there for your child and soak up all those precious early moments. But on the other hand, you've worked hard to build your career and don't want to lose momentum.
In this episode, I share my own experience of going back to work after mat leave, both full-time with my first child and part-time with my second. I also draw upon the experiences of friends and clients to offer a well-rounded perspective on the pros and cons of each approach.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/201
As I celebrate the 200th episode of The Joyful Practice for Women Lawyers podcast, I'm taking a moment to reflect on the question a former colleague posed to me way back in 2018, just months after I completed my coaching certification: "What do you wish you had known when you practiced law that you've learned since becoming a coach?"
In this special episode, I'm excited to share with you the top 10 lessons I wish I had known back then. Whether you're a seasoned lawyer or just starting your legal career, these lessons have the potential to reshape your perspective and enhance your professional and personal life.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/200
I dive into the concept of procrastination and how it relates to our "future selves." Learn three common myths about putting things off and strategies to overcome the temptation to delay important tasks.
By the end of this episode, you'll have a new perspective on procrastination and practical tools to take action in the present moment. I share how small choices we make today can have a big impact on our future selves - and how we can start making decisions with our future well-being in mind.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/199
As a lawyer, you've been trained to think logically and focus on facts. But what about the emotional side of practicing law? The pressures, the high stakes, the difficult relationships - they all take a toll. Studies show that anxiety, stress, depression and substance abuse are very real problems for many lawyers.
I offer tools to help you better understand what is going on in your mind and manage your thoughts. You'll learn strategies to address common thought errors that cause stress and distraction for lawyers. By the end, you'll be equipped with techniques to navigate your practice more peacefully and productively.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/198
I share my top three tips for ADHD lawyers who want to approach career planning in a more creative, fulfilling way. I encourage embracing a non-linear career path, using mind mapping to explore professional possibilities, and trusting your gut when making career decisions.
Learn how to navigate job transitions in a way that aligns with your strengths, interests and values. I also share strategies for improving time management and productivity in your current role before making a career move.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/197
I share my top three strategies for boosting productivity and improving time management, specifically tailored for lawyers with ADHD. Drawing on my experience coaching lawyers with ADHD, I offer practical tips you can implement right away.
Discover how to create effective visual cues, build productive habits, and adapt when your systems inevitably fail. If you're ready to take control of your time and get more done, this episode is for you.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/196
I'm joined by Beth Mountford, a legal recruiter and director with Smith Legal Search in Toronto, Canada, who specializes in placing top legal talent in private practice and in-house.
From crafting compelling CVs and cover letters to acing your interviews, Beth provides practical tips and strategies to help you navigate the job search process with confidence. She also shares insights on working with recruiters and how to determine if a recruiter is the right match for you. If you're considering a job transition, this episode is a must-listen!
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/195
I share actionable strategies to help you hit the ground running at your new firm. From managing your mindset to building key relationships, we'll cover what you need to know to thrive.
Whether you're making a move to a new firm now or considering a transition in the future, this episode will equip you with a roadmap to make the most of this pivotal moment in your career. Let's dive in and explore how you can lay the foundation for long-term success and fulfillment in your new role!
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/194
I share a detailed roadmap for executing a successful job transition as a lawyer. Drawing on my experience, I break down the key phases of the job search process, from exploring your options to negotiating your offer.
Whether you're actively seeking a new position or just starting to contemplate a move, this masterclass will equip you with the knowledge and tools to approach your job search with clarity and confidence. Learn how to effectively market yourself to potential employers, ace your interviews, and ultimately land the law firm job you want. If you're ready to take control of your career and make your next move, this episode is a must-listen.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/193
I kick off a three-part masterclass on successfully navigating job transitions as a lawyer. I share a step-by-step approach to gain clarity on your values, goals, and ideal role to guide your search.
Learn how to set yourself up for success in your job transition by making a clear decision, "setting your GPS" through self-reflection, and adopting an empowered mindset. The insights in this episode will help you approach the process with greater confidence and intentionality.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/192
In this episode, I dive into the perfectionist's dilemma - the constant tug-of-war between excellence and efficiency. I share relatable examples of how perfectionism can slow you down, from taking on too much to procrastinating and spending too long on tasks.
But there's good news: you don't have to sacrifice your high standards to get more done. I offer practical mindset shifts and tactical tips you can implement right away to boost your productivity while still delivering quality work. If you're ready to break free from the perfectionist trap and get more done with less stress, this episode is a must-listen!
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/191
I share a powerful three-step process to help you reduce stress while increasing your productivity. By shifting your mindset and approach, you can transform how you manage the inevitable challenges and pressures of practicing law.
Join me to discover how to channel your energy effectively, set clear goals, and maintain a constructive inner dialogue. Embrace a new mantra for this year: less stress, more done!
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/190
Can you believe it's already 2025? As we kick off a brand new year, I take a moment to express my gratitude for everyone and everything I experienced in 2024 and share some thoughts on how we can approach this year with a growth mindset to reach new heights.
Join me for this short but impactful conversation about setting intentions and themes for the year ahead. Whether you're looking to make big changes in your life and career or simply want to cultivate a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and ready to tackle whatever 2025 has in store.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/189
In reflecting on my past words of the year, I’ve experienced firsthand how having an aspirational word along with a companion word representing the discomfort required to achieve that aspiration creates real guidance for how to pursue and achieve your goals. That’s why I’ve decided to reshare an episode from this time last year, detailing this process in action.
Join me as we explore how choosing a word of the year, and its counterpart, can help you navigate challenges, stay focused on your goals, and ultimately experience greater success and fulfillment in the year ahead.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/188
I share a recording of a powerful workshop I conducted recently with a group of women lawyers, where the focus was on you as a leader in the new year. The end of the calendar year is the perfect time to look back on the wins you’ve had, the areas where you’ve struggled, and what you can apply going forward, and I guide you through this process in this episode.
Learn a series of reflective exercises designed to help you envision your breakthrough year and who you need to be as a leader to make it happen. Discover the importance of celebrating your leadership wins from 2024, how to begin exploring the success strategies that have gotten you to where you are today, and a process for stretching your imagination to see what might be possible for you in 2025.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/187
What would it mean to you to have a breakthrough year in 2025? I predict that this coming year is going to be a breakthrough year for many of us, if that's what we choose, and this is a juicy question I’m excited to explore with you today as we approach the end of 2024.
I invite you to take a step back and assess what a breakthrough year means for you personally and professionally as you look toward 2025. I show you why experiencing a breakthrough is often about shifting gears rather than doing more or going faster, the signs that you may be poised for a breakthrough in the coming year, and my three-step process for designing your breakthrough year.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/186
As a busy lawyer, it's easy to let important goals fall by the wayside in the face of constant demands on your time and attention. Having aspirations for greater leadership and feeling like those goals remain frustratingly out of reach is a common experience many lawyers resonate with. The good news is that, by implementing a few key strategies, you can learn to manage distractions and make consistent progress on your goals.
I explore the most common ways lawyers get distracted from their leadership goals, and share three powerful techniques that will help you step into leadership and achieve your goals. Learn what it means to lead yourself effectively, the importance of quietening your inner critic, and how to set boundaries that protect your time and energy.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/185
As a high achiever, you probably set goals and hit them often. So the question then becomes, what’s next? You may be hardwired to always be looking for that next achievement, but if you’re endlessly chasing the thrill of those wins, you might find yourself stuck in a cycle of trying to capture that elusive feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment.
Learn how to identify what really lights you up, make aligned changes in your career and life, and embody a sense of purpose and satisfaction right now so you can cultivate more meaning in your life and legal practice.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/184
Making a lateral transition can be both exciting and daunting. You may be leaving behind familiar faces and routines for the promise of new opportunities and challenges. This is a fresh opportunity for you to be really intentional about how you set yourself up for success, and in this episode, I give you a roadmap for integrating into your new professional home with confidence.
Join me this week to learn my four-step framework for succeeding as a lateral hire. I break down the key areas to focus on in your first weeks and months on the job, share tips for making a positive first impression, and show you how to create a 30-60-90 day plan to guide your transition.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/183
Do you feel like clutter is weighing you down? It's easy for clutter to start piling up without us even noticing - a bit here, a bit there. But once we see it, we can't unsee it. Clutter comes in many forms: physical clutter in our spaces, mental clutter from unmade decisions, emotional clutter from unprocessed feelings, and even clutter on our calendars.
Listen in this week as I normalize the reality of clutter and share strategies for how to deal with it. Learn why clutter is often a result of unmade decisions, what happens when you learn how to release clutter with clarity and confidence, and how to make those tough decluttering decisions so you can release what no longer serves you.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/182
Are you a lawyer preparing for an upcoming performance review? Whether you're a summer student facing your first law firm review, a seasoned attorney looking to make the most of this opportunity, or someone who conducts the review of another lawyer, there are steps you can take to optimize the process. I explore them in this episode.
Hear my top five strategies for optimizing your performance review. From understanding the review process to building strong relationships with your colleagues, you'll learn how to take a proactive approach to preparing for your performance review. Whether you're aiming for a promotion, a raise, or simply looking to grow as a lawyer, these strategies will help you set yourself up for success and make the most of this valuable feedback opportunity.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/181
Many lawyers I speak with are happy but know they could be happier. They feel a certain sense of engagement with their work, but also feel like there’s potential that’s not being met. And this experience can manifest in a variety of ways, from questioning their career path every now and then to feeling completely frustrated and unfulfilled.
I take a deep dive into three of the distinguishing features that I see among lawyers who have truly fulfilling and successful careers. I guide you through a powerful exercise to help you gain clarity on your career direction so you can start to uncover what truly drives you - both in your work as a lawyer and in life overall.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/180
If you’re tired of the internal battle that arises every time you have to tackle something you want to put off and your confidence has taken a hit due to procrastination, you’re in the right place. Taking a closer look at your procrastination habits is a great way to understand yourself better, and it’s the first step toward creating a personalized protocol to combat Code “P”: procrastination.
Learn my process for creating your very own anti-procrastination protocol tailored to your natural strengths and habits. Hear why procrastination can become a problem and where lawyers often get stuck in this cycle. You'll also discover the importance of identifying your procrastination triggers and how designing, testing, and adapting your protocol can help you build a strong foundation of self-trust and accountability.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/179
At any given time, there will be areas in your life where you are thriving and moving at lightning speeds, and there will be other areas where you simply feel stuck, and that is okay. It's a natural part of the human experience, but that doesn't make it any less frustrating or uncomfortable. Whether you're questioning your current role, feeling undervalued, or simply craving a change, this episode is exactly what you need.
I clarify why you find yourself in this position of feeling stuck and offer a roadmap for getting out. We’ll explore the six stages of stuckness, how to identify where you currently are, and actionable takeaways that will help you start feeling more in control and take steps toward the decisions that ultimately align with your goals.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/178
Are you a law student preparing for in-firm interviews for summer positions? There are specific steps you can take right now to help you feel more confident, gain clarity on what you want to get out of this experience, and navigate this process successfully. I'm sharing these steps with you in this episode.
Join me this week for an episode packed with actionable advice that will help you navigate in-firm interviews as a law student looking for a summer position. Learn how the in-firm interview experience is a great opportunity to start building your network and reputation, along with strategies to help you showcase your strengths and, ultimately, secure a summer position that aligns with your goals and values.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/177
Do you dread checking your email inbox? Does the constant influx of messages piling up leave you feeling overwhelmed and out of control? If so, you're definitely not alone. Email management is a major challenge for many lawyers, with the pressure to respond quickly and the never-ending stream of new messages making it difficult to stay on top of things.
Tune in this week to explore five key strategies for mastering your email inbox. From shifting your mindset to creating rules and processes for dealing with messages, you'll come away with simple, actionable tips you can implement right away to regain control of your inbox quickly and easily.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/176
If you’re a lawyer looking for some fresh ideas and strategies as it relates to your professional development, you may want to consider using AI technology like ChatGPT. It’s become a favorite of mine to use in my own coaching practice, and whether you’ve played around with it before or you’ve never thought to leverage it in your own career, I hope you show you the potential that is at your fingertips in this episode.
Learn how you can translate AI-generated information into actionable steps that will advance your professional development. I share specific ways you can use ChatGPT to gain clarity on your career trajectory, get new ideas for marketing and business development, prepare for job interviews and transitions, and so much more.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/175
Do you ever feel like you're just biding your time at work, unsure if your current job is the right long-term fit for you? You might love aspects of your role, but something doesn't quite feel sustainable or aligned with your future goals. If this resonates with you, know that you are not alone.
Join me for this virtual coffee date as we dive into practical strategies to help you take ownership of your career trajectory. Together, we'll explore how you can make the most of your current role, build a strong foundation for your future, and confidently make decisions that align with your goals and values. Get ready to shift from simply biding your time to intentionally designing a fulfilling and joyful practice.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/174
This week, I explore three common beliefs about kindness that may be standing in your way and show you how to challenge them, especially if they’re making leadership difficult for you. The key lies in finding the right balance between being an effective authority and embracing kindness, and I show you how in this episode.
I show you how to reimagine what leadership can look like and how to use kindness as a superpower in your ability to lead, rather than letting it be a saboteur. Hear practical tips for setting clear expectations, delivering constructive feedback, and empowering others to step up, along with the ripple effect this can have on your organization.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/173
I’m joined by two returning guests on this week’s show, Adriana Paris and Allison Wolf. Adriana is the author of Rising Lawyer and Director of Professional Development and Legal Recruiting at Rissmann Law. Allison is the founder of The Lawyer Coach and has over 20 years of experience coaching lawyers. They’re here to share how they help other lawyers transform their productivity, and the strategies that actually work.
Learn practical tips and mindset shifts that will help you take control of your time, prioritize what matters most, and thrive both professionally and personally as a lawyer. Adriana and Allison share their insights on common challenges for lawyers, advice that works and advice that doesn’t, as well as what to avoid when it comes to time management.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/172
As your practice grows, business development becomes an essential pillar alongside your substantive legal skills and practice management abilities. If you find that business development is something you know you should engage in but have been putting off, listen in to discover a number of ways to be selective and stay focused on your business development activities.
I reveal the top three mistakes I see lawyers make when it comes to generating business and building a market for their services, and what to do instead. Learn practical strategies to help you cultivate relationships, establish your authority, and attract clients through service, along with my tips for growing your legal practice with intention and purpose.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/171
This week, I’m joined by former General Counsel at high-growth companies and founder of Lexgo and The GC Collective, Paula Pépin. If you’re considering making a career transition or even leaving law, you’re going to resonate with Paula’s story. Paula shares her journey from private practice to going in-house, and eventually to coaching and consulting, and she’s here to pull back the curtain on her experience.
Whether you're considering making the switch to an in-house position or simply curious about this career path, you'll gain valuable insights to help you determine if it's the right fit. Paula reveals the challenges and benefits of going in-house, how the work differs from private practice, and her best-kept secrets for thriving as an in-house lawyer.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/170
While it can be tempting to say yes to every opportunity that comes your way, being more discerning about what you take on is crucial for managing your time effectively. If you’re ready to learn how to optimize your workday with practical routines and rituals you can start implementing today, you’re in the right place.
Hear three powerful time-saving tips that will help you take control of your schedule and find more ease in your practice. Learn how to evaluate your priorities, set boundaries, and delegate tasks to free up space for the work that truly matters. Plus, I dive into the common challenge of dealing with a lack of motivation and share mindset shifts to help you push through even when you don't feel like it.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/169
Estelle Winsett is a lawyer turned professional stylist for women lawyers. She describes this pivot as a summation of all the different types of careers she’s had, with the common thread of empowering women through their personal style. If you’re ready to reconnect with your personal style and learn how to curate an intentional wardrobe that makes you feel amazing, listen in.
Estelle shares the challenges her clients face when it comes to their personal style, how to balance professionalism with self-expression, and practical strategies to help you identify your own personal style and create a wardrobe that reflects it. Hear Estelle’s thoughts on the biggest style mistakes and wins she's seen, her tips for building a capsule wardrobe, and the impact this process can have on your overall confidence.
Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/168
In today's episode, I'm diving deep into what it really means to feel trapped in your legal career and offering concrete strategies to help you gain clarity, take back control, and start feeling better.
Learn three strategies that can help you move away from that feeling of being trapped. I guide you through an illuminating self-coaching process to shift your perspective, expand your sense of what's possible, and start taking small but meaningful steps toward career satisfaction.
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Joan Parsons Ziady spent 30 years in private practice at a national US law firm before founding Winslow Workplace Advisors, where she now helps lawyers and law firms advance professional development while fostering connection and well-being. Having experienced the pressure points of practicing law firsthand, she created the well-being roadmap she wished she had as an associate for working smarter and feeling better.
Joan shares her bite-sized framework for getting unstuck, refreshing, or leveling up your approach to well-being. Learn why lawyers need quick-hit techniques for addressing well-being, three guidelines that will help you create your own bite-sized well-being practice, and the importance of creating a strategy that’s both doable and grounded in the realities of practicing law.
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Tomorrow marks our first call inside my new six-month group mastermind program, which has me thinking about transformation and the meaningful changes that can be accomplished in six months. I’m giving you a framework that will help you evaluate and measure your progress so you don’t find yourself at the end of your journey unable to appreciate just how much you’ve transformed.
I review the triple loop transformation: a model designed to help you identify the different layers at which you can transform. Hear how the triple loop learning model gives you an additional lens through which you can perceive your own transformation, what’s required of you for transformation to fully take effect, and an exercise that will help you create your own triple loop transformation framework.
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Do you identify as a perfectionist? If so, are you aware of where and how it’s holding you back? The Pareto Principle is a powerful antidote to lawyer perfectionism, and I’m showing you why it’s so effective and how you can apply it to your practice right now.
Learn how the Pareto Principle counterbalances perfectionism and how you can use this framework to your advantage. Hear how it can help you manage your time better, create relationships more intentionally, identify what’s holding you back from your goals, and what happens when you’re in the practice of using this simple formula to manage your perfectionism.
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We all wish we could only be in relationships with the most wonderful people who make us feel amazing, but the reality is there are always going to be people in your life who you find stressful. If you find yourself feeling frustrated, ruminating about what you said or didn’t say, and these interactions are pulling you away from what matters most, you’re in the right place because I’m offering you my favorite strategies for dealing with stressful people.
Learn what the concept of "expect and accept" entails, and why it’s a game-changer when it comes to de-escalating difficult conversations or stressful situations. Hear why resisting stressful people isn’t an effective long-term strategy, how your current coping mechanisms might not be serving you, and what happens when you recalibrate your expectations of other people.
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Imagine the power of stepping into a coaching container full of women lawyers just like you. They’re smart, high-achieving, values-driven, excellence-seeking women who want to pursue big goals, overcome their challenges, and grow their professional careers. For the last 18 months, I’ve hosted my own group coaching program for women lawyers where I help them do this, and I’m revealing everything you need to know about the power of coaching in community this week.
You’ll hear what is so compelling about being in a group setting with like-minded women, some of the biggest transformations that can happen, and how group coaching sets you up for success in every way possible.
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This mid-year mark is the perfect time to check in, see how you’re doing, and assess how you want to spend the balance of the year. If you have a gnawing feeling that you have more on your plate than you want or need and you’re tired of feeling weighed down, a mid-year reset could be the ultimate way to pare things down so you can speed up your growth over the rest of 2024.
Listen in this week to hear why a mid-year reset offers the perfect opportunity to begin letting things go for a stronger, leaner foundation for the rest of the year. I’m showing you why sustainable growth involves letting go, how to begin identifying what’s currently holding you back, and what happens when you build the habit of taking things off your plate.
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The leadership mindset is a common and emerging theme in my work with women lawyers. They often come to me at an inflection point in their careers where they need to make a big decision around their development, and it usually involves examining the role that leadership plays in their lives.
Discover what it means to adopt a leadership mindset and the top five characteristics of a leader. I’m highlighting the reasons for pursuing a leadership mindset, even though it may be challenging, what happens when you make this deep shift, and how to begin adopting a leadership mindset.
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The legal culture is often one of “yes.” There’s a tendency in law to attract individuals who are helpers, high-achievers, or predisposed to want to do more. If this resonates with you, setting and asserting boundaries might feel like going against the grain of your work culture and your own internal wiring.
I highlight the challenges lawyers face around setting boundaries and receiving pushback. I’m showing you why it’s no surprise that you find asserting boundaries uncomfortable, how to have productive, proactive conversations around boundaries, and I’m giving you four ways to deal with “no” in a culture of “yes.”
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Whether you’re a lawyer who has ADHD, suspect you have it, or you’re someone who supports somebody in your life with ADHD, this week, I’m sharing some of what I’ve learned about how coaching can help. In furthering my coach training specific to ADHD, I’ve discovered ADHD-specific resources that I’ve found to be helpful in my understanding of it, and I’m sharing my insights with you this week.
I explore how ADHD might be showing up for you at work, some of the challenges you might face in practice, both from the perspective of the lawyer and from management, and how coaching can help. I’m sharing the three areas to focus on that will help you thrive with ADHD, and when you might want to explore other resources besides a coach.
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Amanda Haverstick is a lawyer turned writing coach for lawyers. She has spent over 20 years in practice as a litigator in Big Law and in-house at a Fortune 500 company. As a writing coach, Amanda shares tips and strategies to help lawyers become better writers, and her book, Dear 1L: Notes to Nurture a New Legal Writer has been described as the ‘it’ book to read before law school.
Amanda shares her insights on the importance of confident legal writing and her tips for writing with greater confidence. Hear the common obstacles to excellent legal writing, Amanda’s recommendations for levels of formality, the changes in trends she’s witnessed, and what happens when you develop confidence in your writing skills.
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The fear of making “bad” decisions is a topic that comes up often in my coaching conversations with lawyers. If you see decision-making as binary, where there are either good or bad ones you can make, you’re not alone. However, have you ever asked yourself if decisions can be inherently good or bad? And how is your fear of making “bad” decisions keeping you paralyzed?
Learn my process for rewiring the way you think about decisions. I’m showing you how thinking your decisions are “bad” influences the way you show up, why labeling your decisions as “bad” is problematic, and four strategies that will help you free yourself from so-called “bad” decisions.
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In celebration of Mother’s Day, this episode is dedicated to all of you lawyer moms out there. Navigating your roles as both lawyer and parent is objectively tough. Not only are you showing up in your professional work for your colleagues and clients, but you’re doing so much behind the scenes in your home life too, and you are doing a fabulous job.
I celebrate you for everything you do and offer four strategies for finding the work-life harmony you’re looking for. Learn why juggling your roles makes work-life balance difficult to obtain, a more realistic way to strive for balance, the importance of showing yourself compassion, and what you might have to let go of to create the peace and harmony you want.
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What comes to mind when you think about self-care? If self-care is something you shy away from or something you think you need to reserve a weekend or special occasion for, you’re in the right place. Learn why self-care doesn’t have to be a nice-to-have or something that overhauls your schedule, why self-care tends to be at the bottom of the priority list for lawyers, and strategies that will help you make self-care doable and a practice you engage in regularly.
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If you find that what was working is no longer working for you, and you catch yourself complaining about the same things over and over again or wishing things were different, this episode is for you. While it’s normal to assume feeling stuck is a problem, I’m inviting you to see how where you are right now could just be Eigenzeit.
I offer you a two-pronged approach to addressing feeling stuck at work. Learn what happens when you have a more positive perception of feeling stuck, why you have to examine your emotions if you’ve only been using logic to solve your stuckness, and how seeing your stuckness as Eigenzeit opens you up to so many new possibilities.
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Erin Peters is a psychotherapist, registered therapeutic counsellor, and former lawyer based in Vancouver, British Columbia. She provides therapy-related services to lawyers and adults with ADHD, and she’s here this week to take a deep dive into ADHD among lawyers and proactive steps you can take to deal with some of the most common challenges that arise.
Erin shares some of the most common challenges for ADHD lawyers in legal practice, and her top strategies for supporting yourself and others with ADHD. We’re exploring the power of educating ourselves on the impact of ADHD, what ADHD is and is not, and Erin’s five-step process for getting stuff done as someone with ADHD.
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We’re at the very beginning of spring, which means it's time for spring cleaning for many of us. Your mind might immediately turn to decluttering your physical space, whether that’s your house, office space, or wardrobe, and experiencing the satisfaction that comes from the visual effect of before-and-after. However, while less tangible, I’m inviting you to spring-clean your speech this week.
The language you use on a daily basis might seem innocuous, but there is profound power that comes from making subtle shifts. Hear about three overused expressions that we use to our own detriment, and learn simple edits that will tidy up your speech and help you communicate with more clarity and confidence.
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Mylène Houle Morency is a professional organizer and a dear friend who was my first-ever podcast guest, and she’s back today to share her insights on the topic of mental load and mental overload. She’s a multi-passionate entrepreneur who now has her own TV show, has written a book, and continues to offer trainings on work-life balance, mental overload, and corporate organizing.
Discover the characteristics that might make you susceptible to mental overload, and Mylène's favorite strategies for reducing your mental load to healthy levels. We’re exploring how we unwittingly tip ourselves into mental overload, the roles of perfectionism and anxiety in creating mental overload, and why our mental overload profiles will look different for each individual.
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Aman Costigan is a multi-faceted lawyer based in Edmonton and a yoga and mindfulness teacher for lawyers. She’s also a life strategist for couples and runs various workshops with her husband Tom. Although her professional life was thriving, she realized she had let go of all of her hobbies and was lacking a sense of excitement, fun, and joy in life. The solution she’s found? Investing in herself.
Hear why investing in yourself matters, and how Aman chooses to continually invest in herself. Learn why women, especially, are prone to not investing in themselves, how the reluctance to invest in yourself may be manifesting in your life, why it’s your responsibility to invest in yourself, and what happens when you do.
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If you’re currently thinking about working with a coach and you’re wondering what you can expect, or how that relationship might unfold, listen in this week as I delineate what your coach can and cannot help you with.
I share both the possibilities and the limits that come with coaching. I’m answering the question of how working with a coach can create transformations in your life, what a coach cannot help you do, and questions that will help you figure out how a specific coach you might want to work with can support you toward your goals.
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A lack of mentorship is a common theme I’ve observed among the lawyers I’m in conversation with. Both junior and senior lawyers face the challenge of finding a mentor who supports, inspires, and connects with them on a deep level, and there are a number of reasons why cultivating a mentorship relationship can feel difficult.
If you’re currently seeking out a mentorship relationship but don’t know where to start, listen in this week. I’m offering you a three-phase process that will help you create the mentorship relationships you want and need, questions to ask yourself that will provide clarity on the mentor you’re looking for, and my top tips on being a great mentee.
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Lawyers live in a world where we’re expected to be confident. There’s the notion that lawyers are trusted advisors who are practically omniscient and whom other people turn to for answers. We’re expected to embody confidence, but how do we portray that when we operate in an environment with inherent uncertainty?
Hear how uncertainty influences your level of confidence and examples of the inherent uncertainty that exists in legal practice. I’m sharing some of the ways you might be trying to overcompensate for a lack of confidence, how this could create additional problems for you, and seven strategies that will help you cultivate confidence, even in the face of uncertainty.
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What makes time management so challenging for lawyers? While the practice of law presents a few unique challenges that make managing your time feel close to impossible, the good news is I’ve got a five-stage roadmap that will help you identify your personal challenges and offer tools that will give you control, confidence, clarity, and a sense of calm around your schedule.
Hear why time management is different for lawyers and what to do about it. Discover how a lack of time management might be manifesting in your life, how to adopt a mindset that’s more aligned with the life and practice you want, and my top strategies and solutions for better managing your time.
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You ultimately want to feel calm and confident about your workweek, but the reality is that the lawyers I speak with often feel like they’re at the mercy of their practices, exhausted, and overworked. If you’re ready to learn how to create weeks that align with what you truly want, the truth is you need systems and strategies to make it a reality, and I’m sharing my top tips with you today.
Hear why lawyers struggle to design and implement the kind of workweek that fuels all areas of their lives. Learn how to avoid falling into the trap of serving beyond your capacity, the power of conducting a time audit, and five practical ideas for developing a schedule that works for you.
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Whether in your professional or personal life, delegation can bring up a number of challenges and cause you some level of frustration. If all you want is someone to whom you can delegate work with the comfort, safety, and knowledge that it’ll come back exactly the way you want, and this is far from your current experience, today’s episode may help you.
I illuminate why the process of delegation might be driving you crazy, and a new approach that will help you feel more in control and improve your delegation relationships. Learn the factors that are within your control when it comes to delegation, and how harnessing these skills will encourage your team’s growth and help you become the mentor you want to be.
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Joining a firm as a new lawyer or a junior lawyer can be incredibly intimidating. There is the legal aspect, where you may be inexperienced in the tasks the firm needs you to do. Then there is the aspect of working in a professional environment which you may never have experienced before. Developing your skills is a must, but how can you do that when you’re brand new to the field or firm?
To answer this question and many others with me, I invited lawyer, coach, and author Adriana Paris onto the podcast this week. Adriana's recent book, Rising Lawyer, is a practical guide for law students and junior associates who want to succeed in the legal profession. In this conversation, you'll hear Adriana’s top dos and don’ts for finding work, how to build connections at the law firm when you don’t know anyone and might even be an introvert, and how to develop the crucial skills you need in your role, like attention to detail.
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Over the last six years of my coaching practice, I’ve witnessed many lawyers just like you who are experiencing a feeling of stagnation or plateau in their careers. They question why they’re stuck when it seems like everyone else around them is happy in their practice. If you’re experiencing an internal nudge that something needs to change, you’re most definitely not alone.
I offer the three main themes that may be contributing to your experience of feeling stuck, and a four-step formula for moving forward with clarity and confidence. Hear how to see your stagnation as a positive rather than a negative, what to expect as you commit to getting unstuck, and how to feel empowered moving forward.
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The lawyers I work with often commit to a solid docketing practice at the beginning of the year, only to find themselves slipping and playing catch-up by this point in January. They tell me that recording their timesheets feels more challenging than it needs to be, and they find it a painful process that stirs up feelings of dread, resistance, and resentment, leading them to drag their feet.
Establishing a solid docketing practice is something you will eternally thank yourself for, so this week, I’m offering you a framework for recording your billable hours with greater ease and less stress. Learn some of the common obstacles that prevent lawyers from docketing their time and meeting targets, and my top tips for developing a consistent time-keeping system that will make this process feel far more inviting.
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Bena Stock is a litigator-turned-counselor for lawyers and the founder of The Lawyer Mindset. Among the many issues she helps lawyers overcome, she’s also been teaching lawyers how to set boundaries for over six years. She’s here today to walk us through how to set boundaries in environments where it’s particularly challenging, and why reinforcing your boundaries matters.
Hear Bena’s wisdom on the power of healthy boundaries, and why many lawyers find themselves violating their own boundaries if they’ve set them. We’re exploring how it’s possible to have a successful legal career while maintaining boundaries, what happens when you operate without boundaries, and practical tips for asserting your boundaries.
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One of my favorite New Year’s traditions is to set a word of the year, a practice I've maintained every year since becoming a coach. This process revolves around casting a vision for the energy, decisions, and goals you'll pursue throughout the year, serving as an incredibly helpful guide and anchor.
In picking my word of the year for 2024, I discovered a twist on this process that initially seems counterintuitive but can, in fact, be the thread that keeps you connected to your word of the year. Learn about my non-traditional approach to setting your word of the year and how you can use it to get closer to everything you aspire to in 2024.
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The promise of a New Year is an exciting time, and it’s the perfect opportunity to begin mapping out your future. It’s one of the most satisfying ways to use your time and there’s nothing I love more than writing out a plan, so to get you started, I’m helping you craft a business plan for your practice.
This episode will help you tweak your plan for 2024 if you already have one or provide lots of great suggestions if you haven’t already created one. If you want to make it to the end of 2024 with the results you’re envisioning right now, clarity and focus are essential, and a business plan is your path there. Join me this week to discover how to design the perfect business plan for your practice in 2024.
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This week, I’m sharing a webinar that I delivered earlier this month on how to create sustainable success in 2024. You are in the perfect position to participate now that the new year is just around the corner, and if you’re ready for 2024 to be your milestone year, listen closely and answer the prompts I’m offering you today.
Join me on this episode to learn my process for creating sustainable success in 2024. Hear 10 powerful questions to follow along with, how they’ll help crystallize the goals you’ve set, why self-reflection is essential for clearly seeing where you want to go, and how to channel your inner mentor to identify the necessary steps along the way.
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This week, I’m making a case for extending compassion to you and those around you. The Holidays can be a particularly rough time for many of us for several reasons. If you’re struggling in your personal or professional life and you’re trying to keep up appearances, but feel like your best isn’t good enough, embracing compassion is a choice you get to make, and I’m inviting you to try it this Holiday season.
Discover how compassion is an instrument for fostering connection and excellence. I’m showing you why compassion is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself and others, my top tips for tapping into compassion with intention, and how to incorporate more of it into your life.
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2024 is right around the corner, which means a promise of a fresh start and a clean slate. The closing of any chapter, whether it’s a year, project, or phase of life, is the perfect time to perform a reflection practice, and I’m sharing mine with you this week.
Hear my top seven lessons learned in 2023 and how they’re aiding my plans for 2024. These are ongoing lessons we will all likely contend with as we figure out how to have both a joyful practice and personal life, and I hope you’re inspired to conduct your own reflection practice as you look toward everything you want to create in 2024.
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You may be in a position where you have the career, title, material comforts, partner, and children—or any number of things you always dreamed of having. However, instead of feeling like you’ve arrived, you find it’s not actually what you want. In fact, you might even feel trapped by the life you’ve created.
Discover why you might be feeling trapped by the life you’ve worked so hard to bring to reality, and my favorite strategies for getting to a place where you not only feel more connected to your life but enjoy everything you have. Hear how you have more power to create change than you currently think you do, and the skills you’ll need to harness said power.
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Whether it’s putting off sending an email, drafting an argument, or working out, we all understand that there are painful consequences that come with the habit of procrastination. Why, then, is that not enough to motivate us to take action? And how can we learn to break up with the habit of procrastination for good?
Join me this week to understand how procrastination becomes an involuntary habit and a process you can follow to begin letting go of the habit of procrastination. Hear how habits form, what is required for taking action to become your new norm, and how to step into the self-concept of someone who gets things done.
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This week’s content is based on a workshop I recently ran with my mastermind group about time and boundaries. We often talk about creating work-life balance and identifying the boundaries that we need to set up between those two worlds. However, it’s not uncommon to feel out of control when it comes to prioritizing and protecting what’s most important to us.
Listen in this week as I invite you to question who owns your time. I’m guiding you through a time audit process that will reveal so much to you about what you’re making time for and whether it belongs on your calendar, how time and boundaries relate to each other, what it means to consider the pacing of your career, and how to exercise your decisions with confidence.
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If you’re struggling with your level of self-confidence at work, know that you’re not alone. A lack of confidence is an extremely common challenge among professionals in the legal profession, and I see it holding my clients back from going after what they truly want.
Join me this week to discover the number of unique challenges the practice of law presents as it relates to your experience of self-doubt, and three hacks you can begin using right now to build up your self-confidence.
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If the habit of overthinking and the feeling of overwhelm seem like common challenge for you, you are not alone. The truth is, they often go hand-in-hand, and we’ve all had our fair share of this experience. Whether in or out of your practice, this pairing can often feel like a huge wall between us and what we ultimately want. This week, I’m sharing my favorite strategies to help you stop overthinking and tackle overwhelm.
Discover four simple steps that will help you get ahead of overthinking and overwhelm. Hear how to recognize when you enter the zone of overthinking and overwhelm, a process for interrupting the habit of overthinking and transitioning into taking action, and why doing so will likely bring up a great deal of discomfort but also be incredibly rewarding in the long run.
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We get all sorts of inputs from the society we live in about how we should be living our lives. There is no shortage of opinions that seem to have the utmost right answers, so if you assume other people must know something you don’t or that you’ll find the answers if you just search long enough, you are not alone.
Discover how to channel your inner mentor. Hear why we aren’t practiced at tapping into the quiet whispers of wisdom we already have within us, the limits to looking outside of ourselves for the right answer, and an exercise that will help you get to know yourself better and hear the advice your inner mentor has to offer.
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Where in your life and career do you struggle with your levels of confidence? Confidence is a nebulous thing, and you might experience more or less of it in various environments, with different people, or in various work tasks. Feeling a 10 out of 10 in confidence is not the goal here. The key is in the process of defining, measuring, and increasing your confidence levels.
Join me this week to discover how to begin building your confidence levels right now. Hear some of the most common ways a lack of confidence shows up for lawyers, why self-confidence might feel like a moving target you can’t reach, how to self-monitor your current level of confidence, and six strategic tools you can use to develop the muscle of confidence.
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Does achieving some goals feel effortless and easy, while others seem impossible? The real problem when it comes to goal setting is in taking the actions required to create the results we want. If you often find yourself experiencing unpredictable and inconsistent results when it comes to goal setting, you’re in the right place.
Discover why the goals you’ve set aren’t coming to fruition and four strategies for setting goals that you’ll be able to stick to and create success with. Hear how you might be approaching your goals in a way that makes success challenging, common obstacles to goal achievement, and what it means to reach your goals sustainably.
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How often do you notice that voice in your head that tends to have an extremely negative narrative? Some people refer to it as negative self-talk, while others call it the inner critic. However you relate to this concept, chances are you’ve had at least a few interactions with yours.
Learn five strategies for making peace with your inner critic. Hear how your inner critic may be slowing you down, some of the ineffective ways we try to fix it, the skills required to make peace with your inner critic, and my top tips for embarking on a journey of getting to know your inner critic.
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What comes to mind for you when you think about networking? I’ve come across a number of lawyers and law students who have very different views about what networking entails. The truth is networking is relevant at all stages of your legal career, and I’m showing you how to navigate your next event with greater confidence and ease.
Whether you’re a student in the job-seeking process looking for tips as you prep for interviews and career fairs, or you’re further on in your career and want to expand your network, attract new clients, or raise your profile, you’re in the right place. Listen in to hear my top seven best-practice dos and don’ts when it comes to networking.
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The topic of self-advocacy is one that’s especially important for women lawyers to consider. It’s a challenge that comes up often for my clients, who are incredible advocates for everyone else in their lives but struggle to advocate for themselves.
Whether you've never practiced self-advocacy, want to refine this skill, or are only thinking about it for the first time today, this episode has got you covered. I’m showing you how you may be talking yourself out of self-advocacy, the cost of doing so, and an exercise that will help you get to know yourself better so you can begin stepping into self-advocacy.
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If you have trouble getting focused when things in your practice slow down or when there isn’t an immediate time pressure, you are not alone. This is a real challenge that lawyers and other professionals experience when it comes to time management. The truth is, there’s a simple reason why we can’t be productive or motivated to take action unless there’s urgency, and this week, I’m showing you how to recalibrate your sense of urgency to flip the power dynamic.
Discover how to manufacture a false sense of urgency so you can avoid true urgency. I’m exploring how we rely on urgency as a cue to take action, what happens when we build a practice based on true urgency versus false urgency, and 4 strategies that will help you create an artificial sense of urgency that works as a natural motivator.
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Do you feel like you’re currently in a position that, deep down, you know isn’t right for you? There are a few reasons why a job you previously loved might no longer be a great fit, but my goal this week isn’t to persuade you to make a move. Instead, I’m helping you own your decisions and manage this experience in a proactive way.
Discover 4 strategies you can apply right now if you know you’re unhappy but fear the risk of taking the wrong next steps. Hear the traps of staying in a job you don’t love without a deliberate plan, and my tips for building a practice that truly aligns with what you want.
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Even though it’s been a decade since I personally transitioned from being a new mom to returning to work, I remember it clear as day. Whether you’re a brand-new parent or have been at this for a while but continue to struggle, you’re by no means alone. Navigating parenting and your work is an ongoing balancing act, and I’m excited to share my top tips and ideas this week.
Hear five suggestions for navigating the early years of returning to work after mat leave and beyond. I’m sharing the common challenges that come with this transition, the important variables to consider as they relate to your unique experience, and my favorite ideas for orchestrating your time in a way that works for you.
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Listening is one of the most underrated communication tools available to us, and I believe it can be far more powerful than speaking when it comes to creating connections. There is a gap between the level at which we are currently listening and the level of listening I know we are all capable of. This week, I'm walking you through the steps to becoming a great listener.
Discover why developing the skill of active listening matters, and the myriad of benefits that come along with becoming a better listener. I'm sharing some of the challenges that prevent us from being great listeners, and six easy strategies you can practice in your day-to-day life to improve your listening skills right now.
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Criticism or negative feedback is a topic to which we can all relate. For most of us, experiencing criticism automatically brings up a sense of embarrassment, shame, or discouragement. However, the good news is that you can use it in a productive way rather than letting it slow you down.
Discover how you can use criticism to foster trust, authority, and move forward in your endeavors. I’m highlighting what you might be making receiving criticism mean about you, offering how criticism can be a sign of growth, and sharing my top tips for leveraging criticism instead of shying away from it.
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Delegation is a topic that I frequently address with my coaching clients. It's a subject to which I've been invited to teach at law firms, and I've also spoken about this topic from the perspective of a junior lawyer or student who receives instructions from more senior lawyers.
Hear my tried-and-tested formula for delegating effectively. I’m sharing a seven-step outline for successful delegation as it pertains to assigning lawyers, my top tips for receiving instructions better if you are a junior lawyer or student, and the opportunities for growth that are available to both groups in practicing delegation.
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Are you experiencing any of the classic time management problems in your practice? Do you dread what’s on your calendar and how it makes you feel? Is procrastination a prevalent issue for you? Do you feel doubtful about your ability to make aligned decisions when it comes to your schedule?
Discover how confidence and time management relate to each other, and learn five strategies you can apply that will increase your self-confidence, and in turn, help you manage your time better. Hear about the common time management hurdles lawyers face, the solutions to these obstacles, and the domino effect that developing your confidence will have on your life and career.
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If you’re noticing a recurring sense of restlessness, anxiety, and discomfort around tasks in your work and personal life, it may be time to explore how to manage your experience of impatience.
Discover why impatience often feels so uncomfortable and five strategies you can implement to address your feeling of impatience. Hear how we often don’t address the root cause of our impatience, what the real problem at hand is, and the skills you’ll need to cultivate greater patience.
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Have you ever found yourself in a place where you’ve worked extremely hard to get where you thought you wanted to be, only to feel like you’ve somehow ended up on the wrong path? Maybe you know your position is a coveted one, and other people would line up to be presented with that opportunity, but you can't help but question it.
The truth is, you have more agency than you're giving yourself credit for, and on this episode, I'm showing you how to tap into your internal GPS. Join me today to hear my four-step process for selling yourself on you, how to free yourself from rumination, and what to expect as you make the decision to go after what you truly desire.
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Life is full of setbacks and comebacks. Whether it's losing a case, making a mistake on a file, or a deal going sideways, there are all sorts of ways your practice will present setbacks that feel devastating. However, the great news is that every setback is an opportunity for an epic comeback, and this week, I'm walking you through all the necessary ingredients for a comeback that has you thriving moving forward.
Hear why it's pertinent to think about comebacks in a professional context, what happens if you give up too early in the midst of a comeback, how challenges are an invitation for growth, and questions to ask yourself as you go through this process.
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There are various internal and environmental factors that can make it challenging for us to envision ourselves in a leadership role. Whether you have had models of leadership that you don't relate to or you simply can't see the value you could contribute as a leader, the essence of this episode is about why questioning this assumption matters.
Discover why it's important to see leadership as something available to you. I'm addressing this topic in three parts: exploring why you don't see yourself as a leader, explaining why leadership is more than just having leadership qualities, and providing my top tips for stepping into your authority as a leader.
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You might find yourself in a position where, overall, things are good in your professional life. You enjoy the people you work with, are well-compensated, feel your work is interesting, and there are a number of features about your career that you love. At the same time, you might feel troubled about something not seeming quite right, and if this resonates, you’re in the right place.
Learn a creative framework that will help you know more about yourself, assess where you are, and evaluate different factors in your professional work so you can discern whether it’s time to make your current job work for you or if it’s time to move on.
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Perfectionism tends to be a recurring theme among high-achieving professionals. In a culture that highly esteems perfection, there are often standards and expectations that go beyond what is realistically achievable or practical within the legal framework.
I explore the relationship between perfectionism and self-confidence. I’m outlining the hallmarks of perfectionism, why perfectionism erodes self-confidence and self-trust, some of the ways in which perfectionism is perpetuated in the legal profession, and my three-step process for beginning to loosen the grip perfectionism has on you right now.
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We often unconsciously engage in and become reliant on sources of motivation that simply aren't sustainable. Maybe you think you need passion to sustain you through a task, depend on fear to fuel you, or perhaps you're hooked on feeling busy to stay motivated. These go-to strategies might provide short spurts of motivation, but the reality is they aren't long-lasting.
I explore concrete tools and strategies for accessing sustainable motivation. Hear why certain sources of motivation aren't sustainable, how to become watchful of strategies that hold you back, what happens when you develop sustainable motivation, and my process for customizing your own unique motivation profile.
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How can you find work you love? What kind of career would ignite your passion? Whether you've reached a plateau in your career, lost engagement with your current work, or are searching for something to reignite your passion in your professional life, this experience is particularly common among lawyers. If you're unsure why you're grappling with this question or how to transform your passions into a career, listen in for valuable insights.
Discover why uncovering what truly ignites your passion can be challenging, my top tips for identifying your strengths, how to proactively seek out work that aligns with your passions and values, and the skills required as you embark on this journey.
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What kind of reset, recalibration, or revamping can you do midyear to set yourself up for success in the next six months?
I show you the power of conducting a mid-year reset to get refocused on your goals for 2023. You’ll hear the downfalls of not checking in with the resolutions you set at the start of the year, some of the most common reasons we don’t achieve our goals, and an exercise for finishing the year strong and confident.
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Many lawyers, at some point or another, fall into a stage of feeling stuck. This is an extremely tricky place to be because, on the one hand, you might know that you’re unhappy where you are, and on the other, there’s often a lot of resistance against moving forward.
Tune in this week to hear five signs that you may be stuck and how to overcome them. I’m sharing some of the common areas where I see lawyers getting stuck, how to shift out of dread, fear, or frustration, and how to use my framework for making inroads one step at a time so you can start getting unstuck.
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Whether you have recently experienced a series of stressful weeks or find yourself in the midst of one right now, my goal this week is to share tips and tricks to help you navigate these challenging periods with greater peace, purpose, and ease.
Learn five techniques you can begin implementing to navigate a stressful week effectively. Additionally, discover five unexpected tips that will help you manage your mindset when under pressure, and explore how adopting a positive stress mindset can change how you perceive and respond to stressors.
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What comes to mind when you think about networking? Do you see it as an exciting opportunity to connect with others and share your skills and aspirations about your career? Or is it something you find so cringy that you could never imagine doing it?
Discover why networking is not only a critical part of finding a new job but also essential for your overall professional development. If networking is something you feel resistant to, hear how to radically overhaul and rethink networking, and I'm also offering five strategies you can begin implementing in the networking process.
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Erin O'Rourke is a solo practitioner who started her own firm in the midst of the pandemic, and Piper Riley Thompson recently retired her license to practice law and is currently working as a senior career advisor at the University of Calgary Faculty of Law. They're here to share their expertise with us from going in-house, niching down, and transitioning to diversity and wellness.
Erin and Piper offer their top tips and advice for anyone who is wondering what it means to go off the tracks and what might be required of you if you feel called to stray from traditional styles of practice.
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I’m inviting you to examine the areas of your life and practice where you’re playing small when you would rather play bigger. Where are your confidence levels? Do you have the capacity to grow? And what could increased confidence translate into? These are some of the tough questions I’m offering you so you can find a way to create greater flow in your life and practice.
I give you four strategies for reexamining your relationship to confidence and building up your confidence levels. Hear the impact a lack of confidence can have on your experience, how to play bigger one step at a time, and how you can give yourself a future vision to live into.
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Procrastination is a very common challenge for all of us with human brains and executive functioning skills. We simply don’t leap into tasks we don’t want to do. Whether it’s drafting an argument, doing your billable hours, or making a doctor’s appointment, there are tasks that feature regularly in your life and practice that you chronically push off, and it might be a sign there’s something going on there.
Hear why the habit of procrastination is not something to be ashamed of, six underlying problems I’ve seen that might be contributing to your chronic procrastination, and how to begin figuring out what your specific root cause might be.
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In celebration of this huge milestone episode, I’ve invited the most spectacular guest to the show this week. I’m sitting down with Montessori school teacher turned screenwriter, songwriter, and animator, Pamela Price, who also happens to be my mother.
Pam and I discuss the role of conflict in storytelling, and how obstacles are integral to the story arc of your life. We’re exploring how we can use the elements of screenplays to create the stories we want to play out, and what truly makes for a compelling narrative.
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Confidence looks and feels different relative to individuals. Whether you want to present with greater confidence in interview situations, when you’re negotiating the terms of your position, or as you navigate increased leadership, today, I’m inviting you to reflect on what confident communication might look like in these instances.
Discover how to start cultivating confident communication no matter the scenario you’re in. Hear the three essential components of confidence, verbal and non-verbal ways of increasing confident communication, and five of my favorite strategies for developing and conveying confidence with ease.
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What are the goals that you aren’t making progress towards and why? Is it a lack of time or resources? Maybe it’s a difficult relationship in your life, not getting the level of support you want and need, or simply feeling exhausted. We usually think of obstacles as problems that get in the way of where we want to go.
Discover how you can use obstacles as opportunities for learning and growth. I’m sharing two strategies that will help you stop avoiding them so you can start getting closer to your goals right now, and start seeing obstacles as something to anticipate and maybe even look forward to.
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Whether anxiety is part of your personal experience as a lawyer, you have friends and colleagues who struggle with it, or it’s something that you understand anecdotally, there’s been an increased awareness of anxiety in the field of law, especially during the pandemic.
Hear three healthy and intentional strategies for managing your anxiety. I show you how to develop coping skills that will allow you to work with your anxiety rather than against it, the power of befriending anxiety, and questions you can ask yourself to shift your experience when you come up against periods of anxiety.
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Do you feel like you’ve constantly got a full plate? Perhaps there’s so much on your calendar that you’re often left feeling snowed under with no clue where to start making headway.
I’m offering four questions you can begin exploring as it relates to your current relationship with time management, and my favorite calendaring strategies that you can borrow in those moments when everything feels challenging.
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During the height of the pandemic, transitions were top of mind for many people. It was a theme we all dealt with in some form and it continues to come up in my practice.
I’m taking a deep dive into what typically holds us back from making a transition, what will move you forward in the transition process, and a framework that will help you situate yourself in any transition you’re making so you can excel and thrive.
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The question of alternative career options for lawyers comes up a lot in my work. Maybe you feel like there’s a lack of information about what else is out there, or find it hard to access those resources and you start looking for alternatives.
I’m offering a resource to help you understand what else is out there if you know it’s time for a change in your career. From private practice, in-house, government, law adjacent, to leaving law altogether, I’m sharing a detailed list of options you can think about that will hopefully help you make progress.
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I’ve got two very special guests on the show. Jessica Forman and Sarah Ewart are both employment lawyers and workplace investigators who work at Forte Workplace Law, and they’re here to talk to us about mentorship.
Discover how to maximize your mentoring relationship, whether you’re a mentor or a mentee. Jessica and Sarah are sharing why both junior and senior lawyers should be engaged in mentorship, what they both found valuable out of their experience, and their tips for anyone looking to build a mentoring relationship.
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As we dive into part two of our interview today, we are getting into even more challenges internationally trained lawyers face while going through the process of qualifying and becoming licensed to practice in Canada.
Hear Yanique, Siobhan, and Gina share their top tips and recommendations for carving out your own path as an internationally trained lawyer and creating deep and meaningful connections as you do so. They’re talking strategies for qualifying and working in Canada, why it’s critical for internationally trained lawyers to share their stories, and what will set you up for success.
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If you’re a lawyer trained outside of Canada and want to learn what the process is like to practice in Canada but don’t know where to start, you’re in the right place. I have a panel of three amazing guests who each has a unique perspective on the topic of internationally trained lawyers in Canada, and I’m quizzing them on it all today.
Yanique Russell, Siobhan Lennox, and Gina Alexandris share their expertise in this area, and offer guidance around some of the most common challenges internationally trained lawyers face and how to set yourself up with a network of support.
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LinkedIn is probably one of those platforms you regularly check, but it’s also very likely that you aren’t leveraging it for your business as much as you could.
Louise Brogan is a LinkedIn Marketing Specialist for professional services companies who has over a decade of experience helping small businesses thrive on LinkedIn. She found that her time on LinkedIn resulted in not only closer connections but also more money far more quickly than other channels, and she’s here to offer her expertise.
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Even if you’re working on a task or project that you love, you might find it challenging to actually finish it. You’ve gotten so close to crossing the finish line, and yet, you feel discouraged, sidetracked, or bored before you do.
If you notice yourself struggling with task completion, wanting to give up, or often find yourself drifting, listen in. You’ll hear the most common reasons we don’t complete tasks, four executive functioning skills as they relate to task completion, and I’m sharing my top strategies for crossing the finish line on your goals.
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We all have distractions in our lives that pull us away from our task at hand, and this is where the executive functioning skills of sustained focus and impulse control step in.
If you can’t seem to sit still once you’ve started a task, find your mind drifting, or often give in to the urge to check your phone or reply to emails immediately, listen in. You’ll hear why building and sustaining focus is vital for reaching your goals, and how to apply executive functioning skills to better sustain your focus and manage distractions in your work.
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Join me to discover why you might be procrastinating in your practice, and two ways it’s tied to your executive functioning skills. I’m sharing the tried-and-tested methods we’ve all used that aren’t effective in managing procrastination, and three strategies to try instead to help you overcome procrastination with precision and grace for yourself.
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Today marks the first of a four-part series where I’ll be diving into executive function and time management. If you often find yourself feeling stressed or reactive as you execute a project, or embarking on a goal feels time-consuming and messy, you’re in the right place because I’m guiding you through how to set yourself up for success before you even start. Listen in as I introduce you to the concept of executive function, how it’s reflected in your practice, and offer you strategies for leveraging yours.
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Whatever goal you choose to set your heart on this year, the reality is that you are going to need to make some difficult decisions. So tune in this week to discover how to become a powerful decision-maker. I’m sharing the types of difficult decisions lawyers reach out to me about, what might be contributing to a decision feeling difficult for you, and three powerful tools to help you make difficult decisions with a little more peace, ease, and confidence.
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Whether your goals for 2023 are to become more productive, to branch into a new practice area, feel more in control of your time, set boundaries with confidence, or push your health up the priority list, all of it requires courage. Join me this week to discover what courage means and how to let courage inform the decisions you make and the opportunities you take advantage of. I’m sharing an exercise in looking back on everything you’ve accomplished, and how to make 2023 a year of bold, courageous action.
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Although the New Year’s resolution frenzy provides a clean slate go to after new and exciting goals, there's a chance you may also setting yourself up for failure and making it harder than it needs to be. So this year, instead of setting wild and unrealistic expectations of what you can accomplish, I’m showing you how to reinvent the way you set and achieve your resolutions. You’ll hear the traps we fall into when it comes to setting big goals this time of year and my three-step framework for success that isn’t hinged on some dramatic overhaul of your life.
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The law profession can often feel like a pressure cooker. There are systemic pressures that exist which make anxiety, burnout, and stress a common experience among lawyers. This week, I’m speaking to two very special guests, Melanie Goela and Ellen Schlesinger, lawyers turned counsellors and founders of From Anxiety to Ease, an organization dedicated to supporting the mental health of lawyers. Join us as I quiz Melanie and Ellen on their transition from law to therapy, and how their practice helps their clients find freedom from anxiety.
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We know there is a correlation between delayed gratification and success, like declining social invitations to study in law school. Practicing this skill might give you a rush as you achieve goal after goal, however, you can become so good at delayed gratification that you end up having no gratification at all. This week, I’m showing you three types of situations I’ve come across where delayed gratification becomes zero gratification, and why there is a shadow side to this skill. You’ll hear how to start using it to bring more satisfaction into your day-to-day, instead of pushing it off into the distant future.
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Many of us, especially as women, were never taught how to have power. We discount our power in small ways every day, and if you work in a primarily male organization, you may not have people in positions of power who look or act like you to serve as a great model to emulate. This week, I invite you to examine your relationship with power. I’m showing you why we often hide from it, how you might currently be giving yours away, what to expect as you start assuming power, and three ways you can become confident exercising it.
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Join me this week as I offer you tools and ideas for navigating your problems differently so you don't fixate on solving something that’s unresolvable, but rather focus your attention on managing them. You’ll hear what happens when you constantly strive to fix an unsolvable problem, what happens when you stop, and my 6-step process for managing your problems.
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This week, I’m interviewing a very special guest: lawyer turned counsellor Bena Stock. Bena is sharing the main challenges she experienced as a lawyer, the issues she helps her lawyer clients deal with, and why intentional emotional regulation is the key to dealing with the stressful situations that come up every day in a legal practice. She's also sharing her practical tips and strategies that you can start using right now when you find yourself facing difficult emotions, whether that’s at work, at home, or anywhere else.
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Choosing the right words, whether you’re writing, speaking, or interviewing has the ability to paint a mental picture and bring the person you’re with into another world. My guest today is Stephanie Mitchell, a law school and journalism graduate who is now a writing coach, consultant, and professional keynote speaker. She specializes in words by helping people communicate clearly, persuasively, and passionately, and she’s here to emphasize the importance of being mindful of the words we choose to express ourselves so we can better connect with those around us.
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When you’re out there saying yes to everything, it’s like spending on a credit card, and the bill comes in the form of burnout and overwhelm. So, tune in this week to start treating your yes like a precious commodity. Your yes is a currency, so I’m discussing how to come up with a yes budget, prioritizing the things that will move you forward and saying no to everything that keeps you stuck.
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This week, learn how emotional intelligence and embracing the humanness of law can make you a better lawyer. I sat down to chat with Gina Alexandris, a Career and Professional Development Coach with nearly 30 years of experience teaching and coaching legal professionals. Gina and I talk about what inspired her to become a lawyer, and then a teacher of lawyers, how emotional intelligence impacts law, and why it takes time to get things right.
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Tune in this week to discover how to define and cultivate your own leadership style with confidence and authority. No matter where you are on your leadership journey, there are always more opportunities ahead for you to step into being a powerful leader, and my goal today is to equip you with practical strategies that will advance your own unique leadership style.
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If you’re listening to this podcast, I know you’re deeply committed to excellence. Your career is likely marked by your ability to produce high-quality work consistently and getting rewarded for it. However, if you find yourself constantly trying to prove yourself, working to the point of feeling exhausted or bruised along the way, you might be getting caught up in the illusion of perfectionism. This week, I'm showing you how to embrace a joyful reality instead.
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If you have a decision that’s weighing heavily on your mind, whether that’s related to work, family planning, relationships, or anything else, I’m offering you three strategies to help you get unstuck from analysis paralysis this week. You’ll discover how to evaluate the reasons you’re currently weighing options, and 7 key questions to ask yourself to gain visibility on what calls to you.
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Listen in this week to discover how to navigate the decision of pursuing partnership. I’m sitting down with lawyer coach and industry expert, Allison Wolf. Allison is graciously offering a much-needed heads up on all the things you might not consider as you think about the path to partnership, the questions you should ask yourself in the decision-making process, and why she invites you to not discount it because of what the role of partner used to mean.
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After years of law school, hitting your stride in practice, and leveling up in your firm along the way, the thought of going solo and starting from scratch can be daunting, but my guest today did it and she’s thriving. Suzi Nixon is a lawyer who made the transition from big law to running her own firm and coaching practice. She's sharing her top tips for stepping into entrepreneurship, even if you identify as an introvert like we do, and her best advice for fostering joy in your life and practice.
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Setbacks are inevitable, espcially when you’re in a line of work where you’re constantly growing. So, learning how to bounce back from them is essential. This week, I’m sharing some of the situations that lead to a loss of confidence, some of the ways I see people go wrong in rebuilding their confidence, and I’m giving you some effective strategies to implement in getting your confidence back on-track.
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Do you have a tendency to fall victim to distractions in your everyday? How often do you tend to leave things late in the game, even when you know you’ve got tasks at hand that need seeing to? If the habit of procrastination seems to be your default mode and you can’t figure out how to turn it around, you’re in the right place. Listen in for my top strategies for overcoming procrastination.
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We put a lot of effort into achieving a particular goal, but if we don’t think about how we want to manage our resulting success, burnout is never far behind. This week, discover how to experience success without burning out in the process. I’m showing you what success fatigue might look like in your life, why it’s so common, and how to build a sustainable relationship with success so you can keep experiencing it.
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Join me this week as I help you reframe what marketing can mean, and offer practical strategies for figuring out what marketing style works for you. You’ll discover what is keeping so many lawyers from marketing to their full potential, why you’re missing out if you’re avoiding it altogether, and four simple steps for becoming more proactive when it comes to marketing your firm.
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Discover how to bridge the confidence gap to show up 100% confident in your day-to-day life. You’ll learn my top three ideas for beginning to close this gap, how to start creating small wins to practice growing your confidence, and the skills that will be required of you to step into the most confident version of yourself.
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Tune in this week to discover the truth about being busy. I’m showing you why we have become so comfortable with being busy, and what you might be ignoring as a result. I’m sharing stories from my life because feeling busy is something I definitely relate to, and I’m inviting you to look at how being perpetually busy is currently showing up for you in your law practice and in your life in general.
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This week, I'm sitting down with lawyer, registered social worker and counselor Alysia Davies to discuss why there’s so much stigma around mental health, especially in law, and how to start developing a set of habits that help you take better care of your brain. Alysia is offering her wealth of knowledge on the consequences of not prioritizing and safeguarding your mental health, and some simple tips for starting to preserve your wellbeing.
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Tune in this week to discover how to start saying no without burning any bridges. I’m showing you three different ways to help you say no in the moment, if that’s what you want to do, and I’m giving you some language to get you started feeling confident about negotiating these scenarios.
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I met this week’s guest five years ago when she handed me a business card and told me she was setting up shop. What she’s achieved since then is incredible, so if you’re a lawyer who knows you’re destined for more, you need to listen to my interview with Sara Forte. She’s walking us through her journey and all the pivots she had to make to create a work life she loves.
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In this episode, I’m sharing why building time for rest in your calendar is so important, and seven strategies for doing this effectively. Discover why so many of us in the legal field struggle to allow ourselves to enjoy our downtime, how this impacts our work, and why it’s completely possible for you to have a healthy balance in your life and career.
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I’m always looking for new ways to help you style a career that works for you, and my guest this week, Estelle Winsett, is the perfect person to talk to about that.
Estelle is a lawyer turned Director of Professional Development and a personal stylist for professional women. We’re discussing the parallels between curating your style and pursuing a career you truly love, how to distinguish what you have to offer, and decide how you want to show up.
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The last five years have made for so many incredible stories I could share with you based on my personal experience, my professional transformations, and the wins my clients have experienced from our work together. While I can’t cover all of it in one podcast episode, I’m distilling the top five lessons that I think are important to keep in mind while you’re building your practice and thinking about your future.
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Join me this week as I show you what casting a compelling vision of your future means and how to do this in your own life. You’ll discover why having a vision in mind helps you get to your goals quicker, and how it’ll make your journey there feel so much more loving, exciting, and joyful.
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Do you ever feel like you’re not in the right job? This week, I share what I’ve learned about what to do when your job doesn’t fit. If this question is on your mind, you’ll discover some ideas for how to approach feeling out of place at work, what you might need to let go of if your job no longer feels aligned, and my top ideas and strategies for navigating this question.
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Join me this week as I offer one strategy that I know will be incredibly transformational for so many of you called the Do Less, Be More model. You’ll learn how you can apply this practice to cultivate peace, calm, and confidence in your day-to-day, what doing less and being more means, and what can happen when you stop emphasizing doing so much.
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I encourage you to use this podcast episode as a thinking playground where you imagine all the possibilities of your legacy. I’m showing you the power of having clarity around your legacy, and I’m also offering questions to help you prompt ideas for your legacy so you can give it the brain space it truly deserves.
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This week, digital marketing expert and founder of Law Quill Annette Choti generously shares her top tips for anyone who is looking to make a career transition, but who might feel stuck evaluating the risk of pivoting. She’s letting us into her journey of pursuing her side hustle, and her expertise on how you can take your digital marketing to the next level.
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If you’re in the process of assessing your career goals or are trying to navigate important career decisions, you’re in the right place. Beth Mountford of Smith Legal Search is shining a light on all the different ways you can carve out a career that aligns with what’s most important to you, and she’s sharing her best advice for where to start with making major career decisions.
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Are you interested in straying from the traditional law firm model? Erin Cowling, founder of Flex Legal, is talking us through her journey as a lawyer, entrepreneur, and leader in law, and how she straddles these worlds at the same time. You’ll hear some of the challenges she faced in solopreneurship, the opportunities that have presented themselves, and how she took Flex Legal from an idea to a successful reality.
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Join me this week as I show you how frustration might be showing up in your life and practice, and why we find it so challenging to deal with. You’ll discover why we can’t outrun the feeling of frustration without taking the time to explore it deeper, and how frustration can be an ally to us when we tap into it.
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Is there a decision you’re sitting on that is keeping you up at night? This week, I'm offering seven ideas you can use to make that decision. I’m showing you where to start if you’re currently stuck in indecision, how to have your back as you make new decisions, and my top tips for quantifying the decisions you’re considering for your future life and career.
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Something that comes up in my work as a coach for lawyers is how to approach difficult conversations in the workplace, and Catalina Rodriguez is the perfect person to discuss this with. She's a lawyer, workplace investigator, and certified organizational coach, and we’re sharing how to talk about situations like harassment and bullying without exacerbating the issue, as well as how to approach salary negotiations so you can get what want and need from your employer.
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Do you ever wonder what you could do with your law degree outside of your legal career? Randi Bean is the founder and CEO of Life After Law. After transitioning out of her practice, she now helps other lawyers pursue non-traditional law practices, and she has some vital information to share about how else you can use your law degree to go after a career you love.
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Listen in this week as I delve into what dealing with difficult people can look like, and how to address challenging relationships in a more empowering way to see opportunities for growth. The truth is you have the power to transform difficult relationships into ones you enjoy, and I’m offering my tips for starting to make this shift.
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This week, I invite you to let go of what’s broken and channel your time and energy into new possibilities instead. I’m showing you why we so often fight to keep what’s limiting us, what to expect as you start reimagining your future, and the skills you’ll need as you make the changes you want for your life.
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Tune in this week to discover how to start delegating without the drama. There are so many reasons why delegation might be a sticking point for you, so I’m showing you how to get clear on why you’re letting drama around delegation hold you back, and giving you some tips to start overcoming it.
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We’re doing something a little different this week. I’ve prepared a Q&A session for an upcoming presentation, and the questions I received were so good I knew I had to share them with you on the podcast. The questions we’re diving into span a wide range of topics, from procrastination and whether I miss the legal profession, to the advice I would give my younger self if I could turn back time.
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Going to law school or working at the firm you do might have seemed like the right decision, but sometimes we grow out of our roles. Whether you’ve reached a career plateau or you’ve convinced yourself there’s nothing better out there for you, you’re in the right place because this week, we’re diving into how to create the job of your dreams.
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Join me this week to discover why feedback is such a powerful tool. I’m showing you three things you might not know about feedback, six tips for giving and receiving feedback, and how practicing this skill opens you up to new possibilities and creative solutions, instead of being stuck in problem-solving mode.
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Tune in this week as I offer three ideas to help you navigate any situation where you feel like you’re lacking confidence. You’ll learn how to stop letting fear get in the way of your growth, and why confidence isn’t necessarily the most important energy that will support you towards your goals.
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Join us this week as Ashley and Amy give us a look into the solo small firm community. They’re generously sharing their respective experiences of going solo, their tips for overcoming the obstacles that come with it, and how they can offer support if you’re feeling overwhelmed about pursuing this path.
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Listen in this week for a complete blueprint on finding work-life enrichment as parents. Lori is here to validate your challenges and give you permission to stop imposing unrealistic standards on yourself. She's also sharing tips on setting boundaries, identifying your priorities, and some of her favorite productivity hacks.
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Discover 5 reasons why asserting boundaries sets you up for a more successful practice. I’m showing you the benefits you’ll experience when you can apply this to other areas of your life, and why, even though it might be hard to believe right now, setting boundaries is the most loving and kind choice for those in your life.
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This week, I'm sharing my six system checklist items for saving time. I’m showing you why it’s vital to get your systems aligned right now, what tends to happen if you don’t find ways to organize your practice, and how creating an efficient system will ultimately lead to a more enjoyable experience for you.
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Discover the four pillars of a joyful practice. I’m showing you why having these pillars to lean on will transform the way you problem-solve going forward, and how applying these in your everyday life is the key to tapping into an unlimited source of joy, no matter what you might be struggling with.
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If you feel like you’re starving your soul by not pursuing your passions, or struggling to navigate the changes you know you want to make, listen in. Juanita is sharing her wealth of knowledge on going after what’s calling you, the challenges she experienced in her own career transitions, and how to identify what’s truly important to you.
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This week I offer four ideas for going after your goals in a sustainable and enjoyable way this year. These tools will act as a North Star that will guide you in the decisions you make, so you’re not burned out halfway through January, and can fall in love with the process of becoming the person who has all the results you’re dreaming of achieving.
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This week, I show you the importance of celebrating yourself and offer five questions to ask yourself so you can take ownership of all of your accomplishments. I’m inviting you to spend time celebrating the decisions you made over the course of 2021 that set you up for the next year, and I'm sharing some tips for building on your success into 2022.
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I'm taking a deep dive into the question of when it’s time to leave your job. I know so many lawyers are spending precious time and mental energy not knowing what to do next, so I’m exploring what moving on might look like for you, and offering a 6-step process to help you gain clarity about whether it’s time to leave your job.
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Tune in this week as Natalie gives us insight into some of the most common challenges she sees in her work and how she helps her clients overcome them. We’re diving into how to prepare for situational interviews, her best tips for networking, especially if you’re an introvert, and some incredible mindset shifts you can make that will result in a more successful job search.
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Listen in this week as Maggie shows us how to elevate our relationships and move through them as they evolve. She’s sharing incredible concepts that will help you cultivate deeper, more intimate connections with yourself first so you can take that to your partner, and what it means to become the emotional leader in your relationships.
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This week, I give you the three-step process for uncovering your blind spots. From this new perspective, you’ll be able to begin making profound transformations in your life, and I’m sharing an exercise you can keep coming back to as you practice this new way of thinking.
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This week, discover the most common patterns of self-sabotaging behavior, and why radical self-trust is the antidote to it. I’m offering 5 strategies for turning self-sabotage around, and the questions you can ask yourself to begin identifying where you might be in a habit of undermining yourself.
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Discover what procrastination might currently look like in your life, and why it produces so much mental churn that keeps us feeling shame, guilt, and anxiety. I’m showing you how we tend to cope with the feeling of not taking the actions we want, and five ideas that will help you start to address your procrastination.
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Mylène is here to share her best tips for organizing your home office setup. Overwhelm and decision fatigue are real when it comes to decluttering your work setting, so she’s letting us know where to start, suggesting some easy, effective, and affordable systems you can implement right now, and sharing how to transition into the hybrid model of working that we’re seeing.
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Discover how to thrive under pressure. I’m sharing the ways that currently aren't working for so many lawyers, and how we can completely reframe the idea of pressure in our jobs. And even though it might sound counterintuitive, I’m showing you how you can look at stress as something that helps you feel productive in your workday, instead of like a weight on your back.
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This week, I'm showing you how to have your back when your decisions don’t produce the results you ultimately want. Rather than getting wrapped up in self-doubt and second-guessing your instincts, I’m inviting you to listen to my painting experience and take away 5 valuable lessons I discovered about what it means to have self-trust and faith in my decisions, no matter how they play out.
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Whether you have goals around your health, your family, a side project, or your law practice, I invite you to tune in this week to discover how to start planning, so you can work towards those goals with more certainty. I’m sharing the six biggest benefits I see when it comes to planning, and hopefully, by the end of this episode, all of you will be as excited for the planning process as I am.
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If you find yourself drifting off course in your professional life but you’re not exactly sure why or how to recalibrate, listen in this week. I’m laying out some reasons this might be happening, and my top recommendations for ways you can get back on track. This is not something you need to beat yourself up for, but rather, I’m inviting you to see how this is an amazing learning opportunity that you can create a protocol for in any situation.
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Something almost all of my clients come to me for in my coaching work is a pep talk. As lawyers, we tend to have a bias that has us focused on the negative, but nothing you’re going through is truly insurmountable and there are always steps you can take to get exactly what you need, and I’m guiding you through them in this episode.
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Join me this week to discover the three misconceptions that keep so many lawyers frustrated and stuck. And once you can understand them, I’m giving you some tools and solutions that you can implement in your practice immediately so you can start feeling more joyful and fulfilled in your practice right now.
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Tune in this week to discover one simple shift that you can make to go from feeling busy and overwhelmed to instead feeling collected and focused. Now, just because this shift is simple, that doesn’t mean it’s easy or obvious. But once we get into it, you’ll see how it will help you, and how it’s possible for you to change your entire relationship with time.
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Loneliness is something that so many lawyers experience, but rarely want to acknowledge and discuss with others. So this week, I’m offering you some strategies to help you go from a place of feeling alone, and maybe even awkward, to a place where you feel connected, supported, and confident in the professional and personal relationships you have with others.
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This week I invite you to think about how you can manage your parenting and work-life in a way that feels true and empowering to you. The relentless daily operations of managing the needs of your children and work can leave you in a state of conflict and burnout, so I’m sharing my top 4 strategies to help you find the balance you’re seeking right now.
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Discover four elegant approaches to those unavoidable, difficult conversations that come up both at work and in our personal lives. I’m sharing why our default for dealing with tricky conversations might just be exacerbating the problem, and how to implement the approaches I’m giving you today.
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This week, encourage you to take stock of how you’re currently showing up and where your personal brand needs to evolve. I’m sharing 5 tools you can use to refresh your personal branding and how to conduct each step yourself.
Remember, as you evolve, so does your practice. You can come back to this episode annually or more frequently and go through the exercises to ensure your brand truly reflects who you are and how you want to show up.
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Join me this week to discover the truth about self-doubt. I’m discussing why there is nothing wrong with you if you experience self-doubt, even as an experienced professional. And once you can understand what self-doubt is and where it comes from, I’m giving you four tools that you can use to start moving through it towards real confidence.
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Discover your own definition of being wildly successful. I’m encouraging you to look away from what we traditionally consider success to mean, and really dive deep into your own mind to decide for yourself. I’m sharing how to question yourself and your thoughts in this area, and how to incorporate this into your long-term vision.
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Discover how to be your own best boss. I’m sharing where I see my lawyer clients struggle the most in this area, what to watch out for, and I’m giving you four ways you can shift how you’re showing up as a boss to yourself so you can be there as a leader for yourself and others personally and professionally.
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Tune in for a discussion about decluttering. I’m sharing how to see where your physical and mental space could benefit from being tidied up, so to speak, some practical strategies for tackling this clutter, and I’m showing you the overlap between mental and physical clutter and how cleaning up one will help you work on the other.
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I’m showing you how to establish what integrity means to you and if you are showing up with integrity in your life and practice. Learn why being in integrity is important and hear some questions you can ask yourself to inspire you to think about how you can become more in integrity within your own practice.
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I’m exploring the problem with self-judgment and sharing some ways you might recognize this showing up as a problem in your life. I’m offering you 5 tools to help you move from this place to one that is more empowering and serves you, and helping you say good-bye to self-judgment once and for all. If you are tired of judging yourself and others, don’t miss this episode!
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This week, I explore why so many people struggle to make decisions and set boundaries, and share four easy steps to help you create more decisiveness and non-negotiable standards. Discover what happens when you make a 100% commitment to something, how to train yourself to be decisive, and how doing so empowers you to go after what you want in your life.
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This week, I share a simple formula to help you create your goals going forward and create a positive impact in your practice. You can use this framework for whatever goals you have, big or small, and it’s a great way to get focused and be more intentional about creating a result for yourself. And to get the most out of this tool, don’t forget to download the companion worksheet for this episode!
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Tune in this week as I explore why we feel fear and how to understand it more to stop feeling discomfort. I’m giving you 5 tools you can use to help you the next time you find yourself not doing something because of fear and showing you how to understand when it serves a purpose and when it becomes a problem in your life.
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What it means to be stuck in perfectionism and how it might be showing up in your professional life without you even realizing it. I’m discussing the cost of letting your perfectionistic tendencies take over, and I’m giving you three brilliant ways to address your perfectionism, so you can move on and grow from it.
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In this episode, I’m showing you how to stop looking outside of yourself for approval and sharing a different approach to looking at things to help you experience more joy in the moment. It is entirely possible to feel joy from the work you do in the world, and I’m showing you how to consider your infinite potential and giving you the key to finding infinite joy.
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Join me this week as I share how to design a time management practice that better aligns with you and your goals, your strengths, and what is going to work in your practice. If you are facing time management challenges, you are definitely not alone. Some of the tools I’m sharing today will help you get past this.
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Tune in this week as I share 5 things I recommend that you do when you're having a bad day and 3 things that you absolutely should not do. I’m sharing some tools to help you transition your way out of a bad day and bring things back under control.
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Welcome to the Joyful Practice for Women Lawyers podcast. I’m your host, Paula Price, litigator turned certified executive coach. I created this podcast to empower women lawyers just like you to create a life and practice you love.
As an advocate, you spend your days in service to others, fighting their battles and putting their needs first. But at the end of the day, you can be left feeling tired, overwhelmed, and like you’re missing out on something more. While you’ve mastered the skills of forecasting risks, solving problems, and working hard, those skills may not be helping you create the life and practice you want: one that brings you more joy.
This podcast is your time away from the daily hustle to focus on taking care of you: seeing where you’re stuck, figuring out what you truly want, and learning coaching skills that will help you define and create success on your own terms.
]If you’re over the overwhelm, done with putting out fires, and ready to create a life and practice that brings you more joy, you’re in the right place.
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