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❗ NEWSFLASH – instructing the jurors to put a value on non-economic damages is like asking someone to build a piece of IKEA furniture without the instruction manual.  Jurors are practically BEGGING you for a formula, and without guidance, they often feel resigned to the task well before deliberation even begins. **THE DAMAGES HOUSE HAS ENTERED THE CHAT** 🏠 The Damages House is a powerful visual...

I sat down with Coach Jody and Coach Marlo to discuss a  smarter  and   more  intentional way to tackle depositions. MOST attorneys are doing them on autopilot, and we're here to show you HOW to approach them with purpose and creativity. Here's what we cover: ➡ WHY fact-finding depos alone are holding you back and how to flip the narrative. ➡ THE DIFFERENCE between being reactive and proactive in...

What does it take to turn a tough case into a $262.5 MILLION VERDICT ? This week, we're breaking down the career-changing H2H strategies behind one of the biggest dram shop cases in history. Here's what's in store for you: 💡 How to simplify your opening statement without losing the jury's attention. 🧠 How juror-centric voir dire builds trust and turns jurors into allies. 🎯 The mindset shifts th...

🚨 REALITY CHECK: Many lawyers live in what they think is fear, but let's be honest — most of it is just manufactured worry. That's where Gavin de Becker's book,  The Gift of Fear,   comes in. He discusses the difference between real fear and everyday worries.  🗨️ "Worry is a way to avoid admitting powerlessness... it is a protection against future disappointment."  But REAL fear is different — it...

I've got two INCREDIBLE voices joining me: Coach Jody (a.k.a Jody F'ing Moore 😄) and our newest chief collaborator, Coach Marlo Arnold!  Together, we're tackling a topic so many attorneys struggle with: prepping expert witnesses for trial.  Some key points we hit: 🔑 Finding the Balance: Jody and Marlo dig into what happens when we underprepare OR overprepare our experts — and why a middle ground...

Let's get one thing straight: if your opening statement is just a list of "what shouldn't have happened", then you're setting yourself up for FAILURE . In this week's episode, we're breaking down HOW to captivate the jury's attention from the start and teach them the right way to look at the facts — starting with the teaching section in your opening statement. Here's what you'll learn: ⚖️ Why the...

We create a designed alliance with our jurors— why wouldn't we do the same with our judge?!  In this episode, we're diving into the art of building BENCH rapport . ⚖️ Because the last thing you need is your judge side-eyeing you and throwing objections your way just because your approach is unfamiliar.  We need to approach them with a transparent and deferential strategy that makes them feel prior...

In this episode, Kent Hammond joins us to break down how he walked away with a $2.4 MILLION VERDICT in a case that could've easily gone the other way. If you're ready to STOP hoping and START knowing how trusting the jury can lead to massive wins, even when the odds are against you — this is the episode for YOU. Tune in and crack the code. 🧠💥 Xo, Sari   Mentions: There Are No Accidents by Jessie...

Ever feel like you're juggling ALL the things? 😩  You know, work, home, life... while STILL feeling totally overwhelmed?  Well, I'm diving into a book that's got everyone buzzing — Fair Play by Eve Rodsky. This one's for my ladies 🫶, but guys — DON'T check out.  You need to hear this too. Tune in NOW. Xo, Sari   Mentions: Fair Play by Eve Rodsky Quote:  "You're not supposed to carry the entire m...

Resonant conversations with jurors — those moments where you connect deeply on an emotional level — can be a game changer.  BUT. Is there such a thing as too much connection? Here's what we're diving into: 🗣️ WHY creating resonance with jurors isn't just about getting them to listen — it's about making them care and act. 🗣️ The  BIG mistake many trial attorneys make when trying to create resonance...

You're in the middle of voir dire, talking, they're nodding, but those blank faces tell you everything — you know they're not really hearing you. In this week's episode, we're tackling exactly how to change that. We've got Amy Day, executive coach who knows a thing or two about getting through tough crowds. We'll show you how to use coaching techniques like powerful questions, active listening, an...

I'm SO EXCITED about this week's podcast because THE mothafuggin' Jody Moore joined me, and if you've heard Jody speak, you already KNOW you're in for something special.  Jody is a veteran trial attorney with 20+ years in elder abuse and nursing home litigation, and she's one of our H2H Method™ coaches.  In this episode, we dive into some of the BIGGEST challenges trial attorneys face and HOW to a...

TOO MANY cases are overloaded with irrelevant facts and scattered strategies that actually give the defense MORE ammunition to use AGAINST YOU.   It's time to use clarity and simplicity as your secret weapon . ⚔️ Think of it like Marie Kondo-ing your legal strategy — ESSENTIALS ONLY! Tune in and learn how to clear the clutter, simplify complex issues, and win over the jury.    Xo, Sari   Mentions:...

WANNA KNOW HOW TO CUT YOUR TRIAL TIME WITHOUT SACRIFICING IMPACT? ⏳ In Part 1 of this series, Jody and I are breaking down the ONE thing you need to zero in on to cut your trial time without cutting corners. YES — JODY IS BACK! 🤩 (For those of you who don't know — she's my sidekick, my ride-or-die, and QUITE POSSIBLY THE BEST FUCKING PERSON on the planet, with 20+ years as a trial attorney and 4...

In today's episode, you'll hear me work through cases using the CTFAR Model with my dear friend and H2H Coach, Jody Moore and H2H Crew member and author, Dave Maxfield . Listen as we reverse engineer the CTFAR Model and work it from the bottom up!  YEP, it can be reversed and still be effective! TUNE IN NOW!    Xo, Sari   Quote: "Ladies and gentlemen, take a look at this. Actions speak louder than...

Let's throw it back to when Jon Bailey secured a… 💰 $120 MILLION DOLLAR VERDICT 💰 Tune in to find out the secrets on: 🎯 The strategy Jon used to land on $120 MILLION 🎯 How he presented that number to the jury 🎯 Why Jon didn't waste time on cause challenges  🎯 How a flip chart became his unsung hero of the trial 🎯 The "win" before the win that set the stage for success  And MORE! Catch the e...

🚨 Voir Dire Pitfalls Alert! 🚨 Let's cut to the chase—if your voir dire is stalling, you might be using the wrong types of questions.  There are two types of questions that are TOTALLY stalling your jury selection: ❌ Experiential questions. AND ❌ Evidentiary questions. FORGET the small talk.  Get straight to the point. 🎯 Want to learn how to streamline your questions? Check out the full episod...

In this episode, I'm gonna teach you 5 simple steps on how to design your client relationships so you don't have clients who make you want to pull out your hair in frustration.  It all comes down to DESIGNING.  ONE HOUR of discussing expectations for your roles will save you hours of dealing with the bullshit that comes up with angry clients.  So, sit down with them, cut the crap, and get it all o...

Can you believe we've hit the finale of Season 6?!?  And let me tell you. We are ending it with a BANG ! (Not just because I had a little accident a few episodes ago. 💩🫣) We are wrapping up in June because I'm taking the entire month of July off. Now, let's dive into today's hot topic. What if the H2H Method DOESN'T work?  *cue shock* 😱 I got an email asking me to talk to someone who tried my m...

💰 A $6 MILLION DOLLAR VERDICT FROM A $250K OFFER. 💰 In today's episode of the FHTH podcast, I interviewed Bruce, a seasoned pro with 28 YEARS of experience, and his team, to dissect how they scored a $6 MILLION ver-🍆-t using strategies straight from the H2H Method. When I asked Bruce for ONE piece of advice he'd give to trial attorneys, he said… Well, tune in to find out. 😉 Xo, Sari * * * * FR...

Look, your job is tough as hell . Here's some shit to make it a bit EASIER . DELEGATE, dammit.  Stop trying to do everything… Delegate like a boss.  Lean on your team and focus on what you do best. WRITE SHIT DOWN, dammit. Clear processes are GOLD .  When your team is knowledgeable on the process, shit gets done RIGHT and FAST . Less screw-ups, more WINS . These tips are just the start...  Check o...

I know your life is a battlefield. As a trial attorney, you're living in a CONSTANT fight-or-flight mode, and your nervous system is paying the price. THIS IS WHY YOU ALWAYS FEEL SO FUCKING TIRED. So, I'm here to teach you short-term and long-term strategies to reclaim your focus, and find your inner calm amidst the chaos. Listen up, take notes, and start implementing these strategies today.   Xo,...

WHY. THE. HELL. DO. YOU. AVOID. VACATIONS?!?  Here's the deal— Vacations are not a LUXURY . They are a NECESSITY . Treat yourself because your job is fucking HARD, and for you to be at your best and continue serving your clients, you need to fill your own cup first. Not to mention— burnout SUCKS , and your prefrontal cortex needs a break, damn it!  Xo, Sari P.S. Don't forget to download my podcast...

🥁🥁🥁 Drumroll please! 🥁🥁🥁 WE HAVE A GUEST SPEAKER: ROY CHANG. In this episode, he's sharing insights from an article he wrote about the Heliotropic Effect that aligns perfectly with our H2H method and philosophy. And he explains that as trial attorneys, this concept is something you simply CANNOT afford to ignore. Don't miss out — this episode is what will BREAK YOU FREE from your law school...

Contrast is the fucking star of the show today ⭐ Picture this: we're painting a badass masterpiece. Each stroke of contrast SHARPENS the narrative, adding depth and impact. Think about how you can leverage contrast to ELEVATE your narrative to motivate the jury to take ACTION .  Trust me, it's a game-changer. Tune into the episode now to dive in deeper. Xo, Sari   Quote: "But the point is that th...