Sari Swears

Ever catch yourself bending over backwards to seem perfect — only to feel like a phony anyway? Sara Williams once said, "Freedom is understanding that you cannot control how other people perceive you," Stop letting external opinions define your self-worth. I'm gonna say it again.  🔥STOP LETTING EXTERNAL OPINIONS DEFINE YOUR SELF-WORTH🔥 This week's episode is all about saying goodbye to that ment...

In today's podcast, I'm diving into why documented processes (yeah, those boring SOPs you've been avoiding) are actually the secret to scaling your practice and getting your damn life back. 🚫 Stop micromanaging. 🚫 Stop re-explaining. ✅ Start running your firm like a CEO. Xo, Sari   Mentions: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Quote:  'Why can't people read my mind?' I mean, you don't say that, but t...

Most attorneys think their job is to present information to the jury.  But here's the truth: presenting isn't enough — you NEED to perform. The best trial attorneys don't JUST deliver a case.  They OWN the courtroom, COMMAND attention, and MOVE jurors to action.  Here's what we're covering: 💡 The four levels of trial presentation — and why most attorneys never reach the final stage. 🛑 Why writin...

Ever found yourself scrambling to come up with voir dire questions and hoping they land  Stop. Right. There.  Asking, "What should I ask in voir dire?" is like asking "What turn should I take?" without knowing where you're headed. Before you focus on the questions, you need to know the destination. In this power-packed 15-minute episode, we're breaking down how to craft a voir dire strategy that a...

Should you talk about money in voir dire? Before you panic and say, "No way, Sari! That's too risky!" — HEAR ME OUT. In this episode, I'm diving into one of the most controversial questions in jury selection:  Should you tell jurors the number you're asking for? Spoiler alert: I usually say yes.  BUT , (and it's a big but) HOW and WHEN you bring it up makes all the difference. Here's what we're co...

Let's talk about the preponderance of the evidence. You know, the thing that's supposed to make your job easier but somehow ends up confusing the hell out of your jury? 🤯 In this week's episode, you'll learn how to STOP shooting yourself in the foot during voir dire. 🎙️ Tune in and fix your voir dire strategy today. Xo, Sari "So if what they want is to really be sure before they hand over this mo...

You know that endless to-do list that never stops chasing you?  Yeah, I ditched that ages ago. Instead, I've found a system that's SAVED my sanity — and my schedule. Here's what we're covering in the episode: ⏰Why working against your natural energy cycles is setting you up for burnout. ⏰How to schedule your time first (yes, before work and everyone else). ⏰The genius way I've stopped letting r...

"This case was a mess — so many moving parts, we were overwhelmed. But H2H changed everything. With Sari and Jody's help, we turned that chaos into a $20 MILLION DOLLAR verdict." — Nick and Shauna 🌪️ A med mal case tangled in chaos? CHECK . 💰 A $10 MILLION DOLLAR offer mid-trial? DECLINED. 💪 Confidence in their prep and jury ? UNSHAKEABLE. Nick and Shauna didn't just survive the storm — they CON...

Let's talk about mindset shifts that ACTUALLY WIN TRIALS. Anna Martinez ditched the fear-driven playbook and leaned into the POWER of juror connection. The result? 🎯 A CAREER-BOOSTING WIN. In this week's episode, Anna breaks down the H2H strategies that led her to a confident, concise, and powerful case presentation: ✨ Step 1: Make voir dire count. Anna turned the awkward Q&A into a real convers...

Ever wonder what happens when someone learns the H2H Method on a Friday... and then walks into jury selection on Monday and crushes it? 😳 Meet Frank Fratello, a trial attorney who took what he learned at my voir dire training at TLU and turned it into a jaw-dropping $2.1 MILLION verdict. And trust me, this case had everything stacked against him — no visible injuries, a plaintiff who looked too h...

Let's be real — holidays aren't all twinkling lights and cozy vibes. In this week's episode, we're diving into 7 strategies to protect your energy during the holiday chaos. Here's a sneak peek: 🎯 How to Say No: Without guilt. Without drama. Without over-explaining. 🎯 How to create boundaries that keep you sane and stress-free. 🎯 Why the "Grey Rock" technique is a lifesaver for dealing with toxi...

❗ 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...