Life & Law: Your Practice. Your Life. Your Terms.

What do you do when you realize you can’t get what you want? Maybe you have a revenue goal that you’re clearly not going to meet. Or a colleague got the big promotion you were hoping for. Listen to this week’s Life & Law Podcast to find out what to do and how to decide your next best steps. *** Book a call with Heather: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/free-call/ *** Get show notes & links here:...

Ever find yourself dreaming about all the things you want to achieve yet doubting you’ll ever get there? Maybe the problem starts when you’re goal setting (you’re not setting big enough goals for yourself). It’s easy to let fear and doubt get in the way. Which is why I brought fellow coach, podcast host (of the Be A Better Lawyer podcast), and cancer survivor Dina Cataldo onto the podcast to talk...

You want to grow your business but there’s a recession on the horizon, and you’re worried about how that will impact your practice. Should you change your legal marketing strategies? Join me on the podcast to learn about the three essential marketing strategies for growing your business in any economy (and especially in a down economy). *** Get the Client Development Blueprint: https://www.coursec...

Let's be real: it's hard to devote time to business development. And there's no guaranty your business development efforts will pay off, making it even harder to devote the time. But ask yourself whether these things are true or whether they're just excuses your brain has devised to not spend the time on something that's challenging and outside of your comfort zone. Join me and guest expert Marian...

I often talk about resiliency. Specifically, stress resilience. But what does that mean and why is resiliency important (especially for us lawyers)? Get the answers to all of the above (and more) in today's short yet powerful episode. You'll also get an honest - potentially unpopular take (yet in my mind, truth) - on a cultural trend that's making us a less resilient society. *** Get 5-Minute Stre...

Since this week is Thanksgiving here in the United States, I wanted to make today's episode a practical one. Where you get specific examples of how to be grateful. And then we cap it all off with a simple gratitude meditation. *** Get 5-Minute Stress Solutions here: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/quick-stress-solutions/ *** Go here for show notes and links mentioned in today's episode: h...

Lawyer depression and burnout is too common. And in my experience, the pandemic has made it even worse - and it's not okay. I don't have all the answers. But what I do know is that the vast majority of lawyers suffer in silence. Which makes it so much worse. That's why I invited Nicole Miller onto the podcast today. Join me for an open, sometimes raw conversation about lawyer depression, stress an...

Do you dread holiday gatherings? You're not alone, as they're a leading cause for holiday stress. Want to learn how to prevent holiday stress by learning how to prepare and feel calm (even stay in control) no matter what? This episode will help you enjoy yourself even when: - Your sister-in-law talks politics. - A colleague interrupts your conversation (again). - Your aunt chastises your parenting...

You understand why meditation for lawyers is a good thing. And yet... you can't shut off your brain long enough to meditate and think it's just not for you. I have good news: you don't have to shut off your brain. And you CAN meditate. Join me and guest Lexlee Overton to learn about all the benefits of meditation (hint: it's not just about stress reduction) and how to rethink meditation to make it...

We’re heading into the holiday season. Which for many of us lawyers (sadly) means… - More pressure. - Mental exhaustion. - Total overwhelm. Instead of gutting through, doubling down and driving yourself (and everyone around you) c-r-a-z-y… … How about doing something about it instead? Because you CAN decrease the stress and vanquish the overwhelm. Find out what to do in this week’s episode. *** Wa...

Thought leadership is an important component to business development you don’t want to overlook. Which - if you're a private practice lawyer - you likely realize (even though you might chide yourself for not doing enough of it). But did you know that it's also important for lawyers that are NOT in private practice, too? Join me and today's expert guest (Jay Harrington of the Thought Leadership Pro...

What mindsets have you cultivated? Do you know? This is important because your mindset impacts everything you do… from what you choose to do, how you go about doing it and so on. Which means it impacts your results - including business growth. Listen now to understand why a scarcity mindset is so prevalent (in humans AND especially lawyers) and the mindset you want to have instead. *** READY TO GO...

Join me and fellow attorney Suzi Hixon (host of the Legally Blissed Conversations podcast) in this inspiring interview to learn: - why success on your terms isn't always what you think it will be, - why it's okay to change your practice (and where you practice) as you grow, and - the importance of boundaries for achieving what you want AND garnering respect. *** READY TO CREATE THE LAW PRACTICE *Y...

Learn my #1 success strategy for achieving all you want in BOTH law and life. *** Want unyielding support to get to YOUR next level of success + impact (without losing yourself in the process)? Learn how to work with me here: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/lawyer-career-business-coaching/ *** For show notes and links mentioned in the podcast go to: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podca...

Do you fumble your words when asking for business? Does selling feel awkward – even pushy? It’s time to learn how to sell with confidence and grace. Because the truth is – as a private practice lawyer – you must sell to grow your business. Learn from my client, Alicia Voltmer, who shares how she transformed her outlook (and approach) to selling. This has enabled her to sell authentically and often...

The work-hard-to-succeed myth is strong within our culture. And yes, I called it a myth. Because hard work isn’t enough. Sometimes it’s just not in the cards. Other times someone else works even harder. And also: you might work hard on the wrong things. Listen to today's episode to find out how to shift your perspective around working hard so that you can work hard without it feeling like a slog....

Want to increase revenues for your law practice without spending more time working? How about saving yourself time while you’re at it (and increasing the amount of freedom you have)? That’s exactly what we’re getting into today with Guest Allison Williams. She loves to systematize, and has proven that systems/processes don’t just save time but increase profits while improving engagement and perfor...

Do you believe in work life balance? What about having it all? Do you think that success requires sacrifice? Before answering, dig deep and ask whether your gut reaction is the truth. Because most people who claim they don't believe in these things still... Want work life balance to be possible, act as if they should be able to have it all and don’t like making tradeoffs. What's worse is that thes...

Learn top lawyer leadership lessons from guest Elise Buie (law firm owner and host of Maximum Mom podcast), including why good leadership is a must when it comes to managing a virtual law firm. Regardless of your interest in virtual law firms, I encourage you to listen to today’s conversation. Elise shares so many valuable leadership insights that I KNOW you’ll benefit from. *** READY TO GET TO YO...

Leading with charged emotions is never helpful. You want to be more balanced so that you can think creatively, stay calm under pressure and be a more effective manager (and leader). But there’s an art to managing emotions. Which is why learning how to manage emotions is one of the top requests I get from new clients (both for leadership and business coaching). In today's episode you'll learn 3 tip...

Join me for a candid yet also inspirational discussion with Aliza Shatzman about judicial discrimination & the changes needed within our judiciary. Aliza Shatzman is the President and Co-Founder of The Legal Accountability Project, a nonprofit aimed at ensuring that as many law clerks as possible have positive clerkship experiences. In today’s interview, Aliza shares her gut-wrenching personal sto...

Interested in becoming a law firm partner? Not sure, and want to know what it takes? In this episode, we’re covering everything you need to know to make partner in a law firm, including: - Why it's important to consider NOW regardless of your current status, role or ambitions. - Why it's not enough to be a rock star associate. *** READY TO GET TO YOUR NEXT LEVEL OF SUCCESS + IMPACT? Book a call wi...

Is podcasting for lawyers just another legal marketing gimmick? What would you use it for (and what would you even talk about)? Isn't podcasting too time consuming to make it worthwhile for a busy lawyer like you? Join me and fellow recovering lawyer Robert Ingalls to get the answers to all of the questions above and so much more. Like many lawyers, Robert battled anxiety for years from the pressu...

Do you sometimes have trouble achieving goals? Not able to commit time to the things you want? Feel like you’re not getting far enough fast enough? At least part of your problem likely relates to one or more mindset blocks. The other part of the problem? You’re either: (1) unaware of their existence, or (2) believe they aren’t a problem (because they’re so universal). The good news is that you can...

If you’re in the hunt for a new associate you know how crazy-competitive the legal job market is right now. There’s a lot of work and not enough attorneys to get it all done (so it seems). Which has made attorney retention and recruiting difficult (to put it mildly). So… how can you attract the best talent and fit? What do you need to offer them? And what can you do if you’re at a small or medium-...