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HLP119: On Overcoming Disappointment and Mastering a New Skill with Steve Schwartz of LSAT Blog

May 23, 2019 in /by

This week I have a short but informative conversation with non-lawyer Steve Schwartz of the LSAT Blog. Did those LSAT PTSD feelings creep up? Don’t worry. I was recently on Steve’s podcast and realized he has a wealth of tips and tricks on overcoming obstacles to your dreams as well as wisdom on the focus it takes to master your skill. Listen along to Steve’s personal struggle through the LSAT, how he cracked the LSAT code, and why he chose to forgo his dream of being a lawyer and stay right where he was. Enjoy!

HLP117: On Creating Better Habits for your Health and Wellness with Angela Han

May 2, 2019 in /by

On today’s show (introduced by my partner Mr. Happy Lawyer), I chat with Angela Han, a corporate attorney with a side hustle as a plant based health and fitness coach for lawyers. We chat about how to cultivate the habits needed in order to achieve better health and wellness. Angela is open, honest, and practical as she shares how her 7 year battle with eating led her to her current passion in health and wellness. In addition to getting your weekly dose of inspiration, this episode is full of actionable tips to help you gain a healthy relationship with your body today. Enjoy!

TRIGGER WARNING: We do discuss eating disorders within the episode, please protect your own boundaries and self-care.

HLP116: On the Truth About Attracting Love into Your Life with Crystal Irom

April 25, 2019 in /by

I get so many requests from you single ladies out there for advice on how to attract the love you deserve and gain the relationship you want in your life. To be honest Dave and I have been together so long that I am not the right person to answer your questions! That’s why I’ve brought on an expert, Crystal Irom. Crystal is a former attorney who now helps high achieving wealthy entrepreneurial women create success in their personal lives that match what they’ve cultivated in their professional lives. Get ready for some seriously hard truths because today Crystal tells it like it is and whether you disagree or not you will definitely walk away from the episode having learned a thing or two. Enjoy!

HLP115: On Owning Your Expertise and Embracing the Joys of Motherhood with Titilayo Tinubu Ali

April 18, 2019 in /by

On today’s episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Titilayo Tinubu Ali. Titilayo is the founder of Own Your Own Expertise and has been mentoring emerging leaders and entrepreneurs alongside her career as an attorney, consultant and education policy researcher for the past 16 years. Today we chat about one of my favorite topics, motherhood. For me motherhood has been a powerful and transformative experience. Whether you are a parent or have no interest in being a parent at all, this episode will shine a light on how our learned experiences can be transformative and uncover more of who we truly are. Enjoy!

HLP114: On Leaving a Six Figure Salary to Take Your Passion on the Road with Veronica Peterson

April 11, 2019 in /by

Hey lawyers! Listen up because today’s episode is unlike any of the episodes I’ve done in the past. Today I chat with the woman behind @leavelawbehind’s Instagram Veronica Peterson. Veronica was a client of Casey Berman’s and has successfully left the law, sold her house, and is now moving into an RV to travel the country and pursue her passion project. If you haven’t already, head to HLP107 and listen to the episode with Casey, then come back and listen up! On today’s episode we talk about what it takes to push through all those fears that comes with leaving the law. There are a ton of real truths on what it looks like to turn your life around and truly pursue your passion. I hope you enjoy the episode as much as I enjoyed this inspirational conversation with Veronica.

HLP113: On Giving Power to Your Dreams with Elena Deutsch

April 4, 2019 in /by

I know that you guys have these big, scary, amazing dreams and I love hearing about all of them. A fear of mine is that for so many of you, those dreams are going to remain just that. Dreams. Harsh I know, but the reality is that it is hard to make the transition from “ifs” to “whens”. On today’s show I chat with Elena Deutsch about how she works with lawyers to identify their dreams and take the steps to turn those dreams into plans. This is Elena’s second time on the show, head to HLP049 to get a better understanding of Elena and her work with lawyers. Hope you guys enjoy our inspiring and motivational chat!

HLP112: On Facing Your Fear to Create Content and Innovate in Your Legal Practice with Mike Whelan

March 28, 2019 in /by

Happy lawyers, you are in for one heck of a treat because today’s guest is so hilarious, so smart, and incredibly insightful about our legal profession. Mike Whelan is a CEO, lawyer, writer, podcaster, and self- proclaimed nerd impresario. On today’s episode we chat about the research he’s doing for his new book, “Lawyer Forward: Finding Your Place in the Future of Law”. Listen along as we discuss what it means to be innovative in the law, whether technology is a real threat to lawyers, and how lawyers can adapt their practices for the future. You’ll also learn about Mike’s new book, specialization, and social issues as they relate to the law. Enjoy!

HLP111: On the Guide to Getting a Legal Job You Actually Like with Rachel Tessa Gezerseh

March 21, 2019 in /by

Ready to get one step closer to your dream legal job? Listen up happy lawyers and meet Rachel Tessa Gezerseh. Rachel is an adjunct professor and a partner at boutique litigation firm in LA and now also an author! Rachel wrote The Law Career Playbook: The Guerrilla Guide to Getting a Legal Job You Actually Like. On today’s show we dive into the details of what she learned about taking control of your career and getting your dream job. At the very least, after this inspirational and practical episode, you’ll be able to find a job that you can at least tolerate that will move you towards that dream legal job. Enjoy the many practical tips that will give you so much value for your life as a happy lawyer.

HLP110: On the Lawyer Money Book Club-You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero

March 14, 2019 in /by

The episode you’ve all been waiting for is finally here, let’s talk money! This year I launched a very informal personal finance book club. I invited each of you to read through my list of money books for the year in order to grow our money mindset and personal wealth. I have always been a huge personal finance junkie and read a ton of money books and I wanted to share that with each of you through this book club. On today’s episode I discuss my main takeaways from Jen Sincero’s You Are a Badass at Making Money and share practical tools to upping your money game today. Hope you enjoy!