Sari Swears

Statistically speaking, plaintiff attorneys are more likely to lose.  It's just a fact. (At least until H2H changes things, and I believe it will.) So… if you're obsessed with winning, you're in for a shit ton of disappointment because the odds are literally against you.  Sure, you want to win (who doesn't?), but there's a difference between wanting to win and having to win.  I go into more detail...

I turn 51 on Monday. And on my birthday, I take more time than usual to reflect on where I am in relation to my goals.  In today's episode, I'm talking about the power of reflection, why you should join me in this practice, and how.  Like, starting now.  Enjoy! -Sari   Mentioned in this episode:  FHTH Podcast Episode #209 - The One Emotion You're Misreading https://sariswears.com/209 Peter Pauper...

If you're human, you're going to experience fear. It's just part of the deal. Fear helps keep us alive, so that's cool. But it can also prevent us from making positive changes in our lives.  In today's episode of the FHTH podcast, you're going to learn how to live with your fear and how to use it to your advantage.  Get your pen and paper and tune in.  You don't want to miss this one!  -Sari   Men...

There are three reasons why you think you're not getting your verdict and then there are the real reasons you're not getting your verdict.  In today's episode of the FHTH podcast, I tell you exactly what those reasons are, so you can win more cases and change the world.  Get your pen and paper and tune in.  You do NOT want to miss this one. I swear. -Sari   Quote It's not about the wrong jury. It'...

If you're spending too much time in your head or trying to stick to a script, you're probably missing a ton of perfect opportunities to connect with your jurors.  In today's episode of the FHTH podcast, I'm diving into connection THROUGH content, which is going to help you become an absolute voir dire badass and win more cases. Discover WHY you want your jurors to form a group, HOW to immediately...

Today's podcast is about why I want y'all to do less talking if you want to win cases. So. I have nothing more to say. 🤐 You'll hear everything when you tune in. -Sari   Quote "It's not about you. It's about the jurors and it's about the information. Take yourself out of the equation and let those two things shine because when you do that, that's when you win cases."    * * * * FREE H2H TRAINING...

You can have the best questions in the world, but if you don't sequence your funnels correctly, you run the risk of totally fucking yourself in voir dire.  That's obviously NOT what we want, so I'm gonna help you out in today's podcast. You'll want to grab a notepad and pen for this one because you're about to discover my formula for sequencing your funnels and help the jury solve your problems. ...

The world needs you to embrace your inner badass.  Does your badass run the show like mine?  Or is it buried inside of you, desperate for a chance to escape?  In today's episode of the FHTH podcast, I'm telling you WHY I want you to be a badass and HOW to do it.  Even if you think you don't have it in you, ya do. I swear. Tune in to find out more. -Sari    Links from today's episode:  Nevada Justi...

We surveyed y'all after the official launch of H2H Playground™ to find out why those of you who'd shown interest decided not to join us. One of the survey responses inspired today's podcast.  This attorney said, "I personally cannot afford the price, and it's not an expense my firm is willing to shell out. Call my bosses and convince them to invest in my future."  Now, this is certainly not the fi...

Do you ever worry about what to do when you get a "bad juror answer"?  Well… I don't believe there's any such thing as a "bad" juror answer.  But there sure as shit are "scary" juror answers. Lucky for you, you have a Finnish Mama here to tell you how scary juror answers can work in your favor.  And I will explain how in today's mind-fucking-blowing episode of the FHTH Podcast.  Grab a notepad and...

Sexism makes me angry, y'all.  And this world needs to see what an angry fucking woman looks like a lot more often.  So, in today's podcast, I'm showing you. See. A while back, I sent an email to my list about how I'd gotten some feedback about how my podcast has great content, but there's also a lot of shameless self-promotion by the host.  In response to that email, some of you sent me words of...

How does someone with two advanced piano degrees and zero law degrees build a 7-figure trial consulting business?  In today's episode of the FHTH podcast, I'm sharing seven secrets to my success so that you can apply them to your own business.  This is the kind of advice you won't get anywhere else. I swear. Enjoy!

"What if my witness pulls a fast one on?" "Everyone in the courtroom thinks I'm a shark… a money grubber…. an ambulance chaser!" "The jury's going to kill my case."  If any of those thoughts sound familiar, you probably feel pretty fucking stressed going to trial. As a plaintiff attorney, you deal in risk. Therefore, you have to wire your brain for risk.  Our thoughts create our feelings. Then our...

If you had the chance to tell a class full of fresh-faced, baby lawyers some of the things that they aren't going to learn about in law school, what would you say?  What do you think I would say to those new attorneys? Find out in today's episode, where I'm joined by my friend and longtime H2H Crewbie, Dave Maxfield, to give my best advice to the next generation of plaintiff lawyers.    Enjoy!   ...

The way we spend our money says a lot about what we value in life. The same is true about how we spend our time.  In today's episode, find out why there's a direct correlation between how much you love your life and how much you struggle with time management.  Imma 'bout to drop the mic on y'all, and you're gonna love it!   - Sari   Quote: "When you're doing a bunch of shit you don't want to do, t...

Because you are a trial lawyer, chances are you're living with all kinds of trauma. If you're not okay, you don't have to suffer.  In today's podcast episode, I'm joined by my husband (and lead H2H Mindset coach), Kevin, to talk about trial trauma and what we want you to do if you're struggling.  Don't skip this one, mah dudes. I fucking mean it.   -Sari   Book recommendations: The Body Keeps The...

What better way to find out what you'll be learning in the H2H Playground than to hear our coaches give answers to some of the most common questions they're asked by trial attorneys. Tune in to find out…  What should I ask in voir dire? How do I stop working weekends and evenings?  How do I deal with money when it comes to my opening statement?  How can I be more present at trial?  How do I stop b...

There are four things you need if you want to become a master at anything… including the craft of trial lawyering. Tune in to today's podcast to find out what those four things are and why you should not hire a trial consultant (including me)—until you have 'em.  Don't spend a cent on a trial consultant until you listen to this episode. Promise?    -Sari   ***JOIN THE H2H PLAYGROUND*** Join us in...

What's the difference between coaching and therapy?  And does every trial lawyer really need a coach? (Yes. Yes, they do.) I'm joined by lead H2H Mindset Coach Kevin in today's podcast to give you 10 reasons why you (and every trial attorney) need a coach.  If you don't think you have to listen to this episode because it doesn't apply to you, then you definitely need to tune in.     -Sari   *****R...

How many times have you blamed the jury for getting it wrong?  I hate to break it to you, but that's not true.  They don't always get it *right*, but the jury NEVER gets it wrong.  Find out what I mean in today's episode of the FH2H Podcast. For continued learning, I recommend reading this article by Stephen O. Roberts, found HERE .   -Sari   ***** GET ON THE WAITLIST FOR H2H PLAYGROUND ***** Join...

Today I'm sharing my special well wishes for the new year with my favorite people in the world… plaintiff trial attorneys.  Tune in to the podcast to hear me cheer you on as you head into another year bravely fighting for justice. Don't let the big swinging 🍆s of the world keep you down.    Love, Sari * * * * * FREE H2H TRAINING * * * * * LET THE JURY SOLVE YOUR PROBLEMS IN 3 EASY STEPS Use my H2...

As you prepare to usher in 2023, I invite you to reflect on the three questions I always ask myself at the end of the year: What did I create this year? What did I learn this year?  How did I grow this year?  Tune in to the podcast to hear me explain each of the questions in more detail. Then grab your notebook and take some time to answer them for yourself.  Happy New Year!   -Sari   * * * * * FR...

Are you wasting precious time in closing trying to persuade the jury to be on your side, by spending hours reviewing evidence and statements and doing other boring shit?  STOP it!  If you want to communicate effectively with your jurors—and I know you do—you have to get out of your head and into theirs.  In today's episode, I'm going to help you do just that. Tune in to the podcast for a crash cou...

We were doing a trial debrief recently after one of our H2H members didn't get their verdict.  "We went in, did the principle thing, and we lost."  But here's the thing. There's a hierarchy of principles. And that's what I'm talking about in today's episode.  The principle that's going to win will be decided by what your case is about. Is it about a sense of security or a sense of esteem?  Tune in...

Do you find yourself asking, "What if…" when facing a scary situation? You know, like, trial? Recently I had a major scare myself and found my brain going to all sorts of crazy places. But I remembered what I knew about the brain, and got myself on the right track. And you can too. Give this episode a listen to learn more.   -Sari   * * * * * FREE H2H TRAINING * * * * * LET THE JURY SOLVE YOUR PRO...