Category: Podcast

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Do you ever put off tasks, thinking your future self will handle them? If so, you’re not alone. As humans, we tend to prioritize the present over the future, even when we know there may be negative consequences down the line.   In this episode, I dive into the concept of procrastination and how it […]

You know you’re smart and capable, yet emotionally you find yourself standing in your own way. Your days feel stressful, you feel overwhelmed and paralyzed from taking action. You avoid tasks and conversations you know you need to have. Distracted thoughts consume your mind at work.   As a lawyer, you’ve been trained to think […]

Do you ever feel like your legal career path is unclear or unconventional? Are you an ADHD lawyer struggling to plan your professional future in a linear, traditional way?   In this episode, I share my top three tips for ADHD lawyers who want to approach career planning in a more creative, fulfilling way. I […]

Do you struggle with productivity and time management as a lawyer with ADHD? You’re not alone. Many lawyers with ADHD face challenges with procrastination, organization, and staying on top of their workload. But there is hope.   In this episode, I share my top three strategies for boosting productivity and improving time management, specifically tailored […]

Have you been thinking about making a job transition but aren’t sure where to start? Are you wondering if now is the right time to explore new opportunities? In this episode, 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 […]

Have you recently landed a new job at a law firm? Congratulations! This is an exciting time, but it can also be daunting as you navigate the challenges of being a lateral hire. How can you set yourself up for success in your new role?   In this episode, the third and final installment of […]