A Strategy for Building the Life and Legal Career You Want

Beat overwhelm, transform your life, and become a taskmaster with the Powerhouse Brain dump workbook! [00:00] This episode of Powerhouse Lawyers, we are tackling the challenges of introversion in the legal profession with guest, Heidi Brown. [05:23] But, hold on! Let’s get into what it even means to be an introvert versus an extrovert. [14:15] If you identify as an introvert in an industry that readily rewards extroverted behaviors, how do you navigate your anxiety coupled with your personality traits? Heidi walks us through somatic intelligence as one of the keys to fulfillment. [17:27] A big part of our ability to show up as our best selves at work is practicing Heidi’s Comparative Fearlessness exercise. I promise y’all, life is so much more manageable when you acknowledge your strengths and decide to lean into your authenticity. [32:38] And of course Heidi dishes out this edition of our Legally Blonde Moment. Let’s just say Vegas always calls another version of ourselves out! [36:01]

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Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking
https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352153

The Introverted Lawyer by Heidi Brown
https://a.co/d/cBxxWi9

The Alter Ego Effect by Todd Herman
https://a.co/d/7qFNblH

Living with Shyness and Social Anxiety by Erika Hilliard
https://a.co/d/enM7MGo

Amy Cuddy's TED Talk on Power Poses
https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare

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Do you ever feel like your to-do list is running your life instead of the other way around? The Braindump workbook is your answer to finding freedom! [00:00] This week we get to speak with Navneet Mann about how not all big leaps are of faith, but rather fear. [01:38] But it was ultimately a lunch appointment to get her heart tested that launched her into a more purposeful life. [04:45] Separating law from your identity is something we all struggle with. Our profession can become all consuming. Especially when you add being a law practicing woman of color. [13:53] It is these experiences of isolation, competition, and overwhelm that motivated Navneet to add creativity back into her life and work. [28:21] Some times that creativity includes a Legally Blonde Moment that happens right before the mics are on! [40:31] Closing [43:10]
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The relentless demands of the profession often leave even the most accomplished legal minds feeling like they're drowning. It doesn't Have to be this way, that's why I created the
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Even the most accomplished legal minds can feel like they are drowning. This Brain Dump workbook is the answer to your overwhelm! [00:00] Today's episode features another Powerhouse guest that deserves to lead a master class in confidence. Maddison Koper – law firm owner, serial entrepreneur, and life coach walks us through her journey to becoming a lawyer. Starting at 13 years old! [02:11] As a first-gen college and law student, Maddison had no example of what is meant to be a lawyer or lead the scale of life she has now. [09:30] Breaking barriers in her personal life provided the building blocks for being the confident person she is, today.  [13:12] How do the rest of us use confidence to transform our life too? [27:19] The answer is actually one of the core values of being a Powerhouse Lawyer: it’s never the how, always the who. [30:20] Maddison’s audacity to show up and believe in herself, created the Sunshine Law Firm, practicing holistic lawyering. [33:15] Believe it or not, the name for her firm came as uniquely as she is! [51:07] Closing [55:29]
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The relentless demands of the profession often leave even the most accomplished legal minds feeling like they're drowning. It doesn't Have to be this way, that's why I created the
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Alright powerhouse, this Powerhouse Lawyer episode is about money! We’ve heard all of the tips about how to make money, spend money, and save money. But what’s your money mindset? How are you emotionally connected to money? [00:33] Our guest, Hannah Chapman, is guiding us through this conversation. As a financial coach and planner, Hannah is our subject matter expert! [06:24] Let’s start with thinking of creative ways to build and scale your firm. We’re going back to the billable hour, here! [15:42] But before we can make shifts with our money, we have to confront our money stories. [20:23] Can your personality type play a role in how you engage with money? [30:17] Oh, Hannah covers something about Money Magnetism. We get into the details of what that means [37:50] before logging off with a Legally Blonde Moment! A dog's best friend is another dog, right? [50:25] Closing

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Burnout and overwhelm may be a part of your everyday life, but it doesn't have to be! Here are five action steps that helped me crawl my way out of the weeds of life and into building the life I wanted and knew I deserved. Eliminate overwhelm in life AND law, now!
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Expansive CEO Website: Expansiveceo.com

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As lawyers, we read every contract right? I’ll be the first to tell you, I am not that kind of lawyer. [00:31] But our guest, Nada Alnajafi, makes contracts easy with her company Contract Nerds. [03:08] Believe it or not, there are more people like you and me who struggle to decipher what the heck that document even meant. Contract Nerds answers our questions and creates a community of people committed to understanding contracts and negotiations better. [09:29] But, less dial the nerd out session back for a moment because I need you to know that Nada is doing all of this as a side hustle while practicing law! Remember when I said we can make the law work for us? [22:45] As cool as she is, Nada reminds us that she is still human with her Legally Blonde Moment. [31:37] Closing

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Burnout and overwhelm may be a part of your everyday life, but it doesn't have to be! Here are five action steps that helped me crawl my way out of the weeds of life and into building the life I wanted and knew I deserved. Eliminate overwhelm in life AND law, now!
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Welcome back Powerhouse! Let’s hop right in. Our guest today is a revolutionary powerhouse, Gwen Griggs, lawyer and trailblazer of eliminating the billable hour. We all know the love-hate relationship we have with billing. [00:33] Not having a background in law has served Gwen well. In fact, she decided she wanted to be a lawyer after learning about the Brown versus Board of Education case at 11 years old. [02:51] Gwen’s struggle with billing clients an ominous fee, led her to look for alternatives. Believe it or not, the answer was found in building clear work boundaries with your clients, removing unlimited access to you and your services, and creating systems that give your client confidence in your skills and timeline. [05:37] If you’re like me, I want to figure out how to do this! Gwen offers coaching to implement this new billing method for lawyers. [22:44] And of course, we finish off with Gwen’s Legally Blonde Moment. You know you’ve reached the correct Gwen, when her email ends with “If you have any concerns, please don’t call.” [45:12] Closing [46:19]

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Burnout and overwhelm may be a part of your everyday life, but it doesn't have to be! Here are five action steps that helped me crawl my way out of the weeds of life and into building the life I wanted and knew I deserved. Eliminate overwhelm in life AND law, now!
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Welcome back to the Powerhouse Lawyers podcast! [00:00] The PHL community talks a lot about releasing ourselves from imposter syndrome and old versions of ourselves. Success starts when we decide to break free from the prisons of our mind and emotions. [00:30] Our guest today is Gary Miles. Lawyer, coach, and author of Breaking Free: A Guide to Achieving Personal and Professional Freedom as a Lawyer. [04:02] Gary’s journey of breaking free started with releasing himself from people pleasing and learning to practice law in and out of sobriety. [08:33] What saved his career and cultivated the life he wanted, was his openness to ask for help. As lawyers, we struggle to ask for support because we think we are supposed to know everything. [14:09] But, freedom is found in holding a hand while you work to shift your mindset and old beliefs away from what’s holding you back. [19:50] Gary’s book goes into detail about what these mental prisons can consist of–some you and I have experienced– and how to let that go! [27:03] Then of course, we bring Gary into the fold of Legally Blonde Moments. Have you ever forgotten your client's name? Yes, but what about in front of the jury?! [35:23] Closing [37:23]

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Burnout and overwhelm may be a part of your everyday life, but it doesn't have to be! Here are five action steps that helped me crawl my way out of the weeds of life and into building the life I wanted and knew I deserved. Eliminate overwhelm in life AND law, now!
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-miles-freedom/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/gary.miles.75641
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/golfinggary52/
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Welcome back, powerhouse! [00:00] You know what has held me back the most in my career and life? The “shoulds” of the world! Who told us life HAS to look this way? [00:37] Our guest Lauren Klein is one that actually lives life in a way that shows just how much our life truly is our own! Private practice law doesn’t have to come 20 years into your journey. [04:25] Especially when we don’t have time to wait because not only are we lawyers and women, but we’re mom’s! [09:14] Lauren tells us just how she made the transition from big law to private practice [14:20] and the mindset shifts she endured to rise to the occasion [19:47]. You all know I love a fast track to where we want to be. Can you imagine how far we would have been if we had a Lauren during our stint as law students? [26:35] But, even more than mentorship and coaching, community will always make the cream rise to the top! [33:07] Lauren’s Legally Blonde Moment includes 2 blondes making their mark. Elle Woods strikes again! [38:18] Closing [40:55]
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Burnout and overwhelm may be a part of your everyday life, but it doesn't have to be! Here are five action steps that helped me crawl my way out of the weeds of life and into building the life I wanted and knew I deserved. Eliminate overwhelm in life AND law, now!
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Welcome back, Powerhouse! [0:00] We are in for a treat with this episode. We’re talking all things fashion, style, and how exactly those two things impact your career. [00:33] Style expert for us lady lawyers, Estelle Winsett is here to provide back up while we work through just how she and Elle Woods merged their love for law and fashion. [03:03] Believe it or not, the way you show up to the office can hold you back. Our superiors often make hiring and promotion decisions largely based on how we present ourselves. [08:01] So, Estelle supports lawyers in finding their signature style–starting with Pinterest, a closet cleanse, and then confidence. [12:14] Let’s get some notes on how to not waste time or money while revamping our wardrobe! [21:25] Finally, our Legally Blonde Moment reminds us that Kelly Clarkson still hits! [29:04] Before you tune out, hop over to Facebook to join the Powerhouse Lawyer Facebook group [32:02]

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Burnout and overwhelm may be a part of your everyday life, but it doesn't have to be! Here are five action steps that helped me crawl my way out of the weeds of life and into building the life I wanted and knew I deserved. Eliminate overwhelm in life AND law, now!
https://www.eringerner.com/eliminating-overwhelm

Powerhouse Lawyer Retreat February 2024:
https://www.eringerner.com/powerhouse-lawyers-retreat-febraury-2024

Connect with Estelle Winsett:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estellewinsett/
Website: ​​https://estellewinsett.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estellewinsett/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fashionablelawyer

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Welcome back Powerhouse Lawyers! [00:00] As the new year calls us to bring our best selves to the table, what’s the secret to actually doing that? I’ll die on the hill of finding clarity in what  you actually desire! What do you want your life to look like? Now, work backwards. [00:33] Our episode guest is in the throes of showing exactly what that looks like! Kayla Moran, attorney, Host of The Let’s Get Candid Podcast, blogger, and CEO. She is the definition of seizing the moment and taking messy action. [03:12] One of her super powers: networking. Kayla tells us how she shifted her networking skills from focusing on answering ‘what can I get out of this?’ to ‘what do I find interesting about this person?’ [15:58] With the many pivots and leaps of faith Kayla has taken, her blog played a role in what her career looks like now. [22:29] Legally Blonde Moment: Elle Woods went back to law school and continues to be pretty in pink for the generations to come! [01:00:43] Closing [01:09:50]
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Burnout and overwhelm may be a part of your everyday life, but it doesn't have to be! Here are five action steps that helped me crawl my way out of the weeds of life and into building the life I wanted and knew I deserved. Eliminate overwhelm in life AND law, now!
https://www.eringerner.com/eliminating-overwhelm

Powerhouse Lawyer Retreat February 2024:
https://www.eringerner.com/powerhouse-lawyers-retreat-febraury-2024

Connect with Kayla Moran:
Blog https://kaylamoranblog.com/
Podcast: https://kaylamoranblog.com/the-lets-get-candid-podcast/ 
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kaylamoranlaw/
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-mor%C3%A1n-42a4a9127

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