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Ep #209: Building an Internal Market For Your Work

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? When lawyers struggle to advance in their careers or face sudden transitions, it’s often because they haven’t cultivated this essential internal market. As your career progresses, your ability […]

Ep #208: Legal Writing Tips for Law Students Starting at Law Firms with Amanda Haverstick

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 […]

Ep #207: Bridging the Gap Between Law School and Law Firm (For Summer Students and New Lawyers)

Are you about to start your first summer at a law firm? The transition from law school to legal practice can feel like crossing a suspension bridge—exciting, but potentially wobbly and uncertain. As someone who’s made this journey myself and coached others through it, I understand the unique challenges you’re facing.   In this episode, […]

Ep #206: Meeting Criticism with Compassion, Curiosity and Courage

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 […]

Ep #205: Essentials of Productivity for Lawyers

Are you constantly searching for the perfect productivity app to manage your overwhelming to-do list? As lawyers, we often find ourselves drowning in tasks, with our to-do lists spawning their own to-do lists. The quest for the ultimate productivity solution seems never-ending, but what if the answer isn’t another app or system?   In this […]

Ep #204: Stay or Go Coaching: Is the Grass Actually Greener?

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. The uncertainty can be paralyzing – you’ve invested years building relationships, mastering your practice area, and establishing […]

Ep #203: Leading with a Champion Mindset

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.   In this episode, I explore what it means to champion others […]

Ep #202: The Paradox of Chasing Certainty

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 […]