Lawyers Who Launch
88 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsTwo law school besties who practice law and are ready to inspire and empower you to take positive steps in your professional and personal life to find joy and fulfillment.
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Goal Setting for the New Year
December 07, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 6.97 MBThe end of the year is a natural closing point for many things and it usually calls people to evaluate goals and look to the future. Neither one of us is big into making New Year’s resolutions. Rather we like making concrete plans and setting goals for ourselves for the coming year. That starts with taking stock of the last year and running through a few mental exercises. Look at the goals you set for yourself last year and get a status check. Keep in mind that not everything needs to ha...
End of the Year Overwhelm
November 29, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MBThis week we are sharing something that we have been thinking about recently - the end of the year and all of that obligations that come up at this time of year. As we approach the end of the year, the calendar seems to be getting shorter but our to do lists are getting longer and longer - professionally and personally. For some practice areas, the end of the year can be the busiest season, there are items that must be filed or completed before December 31st. But even if your practice a...
Keeping an Attitude of Gratitude
November 22, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBAs we head into the holiday season, we have gratitude on our minds. “Keeping an attitude of gratitude” sounds like it should be on a decorative plaque in a home furnishing store. We all are thankful for many things in our lives. However, what do you do when you aren’t feeling quite so gracious? After college, studying for the LSAT, and completing your law school applications, finally getting that admissions letter is a huge win. It’s easy to be grateful for the opportunity to be a law ...
Courage to Say it Out Loud
November 15, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.17 MBAs we approach the end of the year, we have been thinking about our goals and plans for the upcoming year. But as we look forward, it reminds us of how far we have come in the last year and where we started. We started by saying it out loud! We were talking one day about all of the struggles of the previous year, how we move forward, and the challenges we face. This is where the idea for the business blossomed between the two of us. We wanted to create a platform about making real conne...
Listening and the Law
November 01, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.3 MBThis week we dive into a critical (but not often discussed) skill for all attorneys - listening. Being a good listener is not something that initially pops into the heads of most people when they think of lawyers. When you conjure the image of a lawyer in your mind you might think of litigators battling it out in a courtroom or lawyers trying to our maneuver each other in a large glass conference room overlooking a city scape. As you imagine these lawyers you think about the words they ch...
Finding Deeper Meaning in Litigation
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.24 MBThrough our podcast, website, and social media we have been thinking a lot about the law and being lawyers. It is so easy to get caught up in the day to day grind of being a lawyer that often you cannot see the forest for the trees. This week we decided to zoom out a bit and look for a deeper meaning in litigation. So much about the way we think about the law centers around the drama of the courtroom and that is where litigators practice. Civil law and civil litigation is deeply rooted i...
Combating Decision Fatigue
October 11, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.67 MBThis week we wanted to share our thoughts with you on decision fatigue - and specifically some strategies to combat it. Decision fatigue is the idea that as the number of decisions you have to make increases, the quality of your decision making diminishes. We share five strategies to utilize alone, or together, to help you combat decisions fatigue. Prioritize Schedule Research Automate Acknowledge low stakes Prioritize and schedule work in tandem. Making a big decision at 8:00 p.m. ...
The Motherload of Maternity Leave
October 04, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.4 MBThis week on the podcast Amy shared with us her transition back to work following her third maternity leave. While it was not easy, and far from perfect, Amy generously shared some of her insights on how she made the transition back. There are five steps she took in order to set herself up for success: Ask about a hybrid schedule. Acknowledge your mixed feelings. Plan the night before. Prioritize tasks. Use your commute wisely. The great thing about these tips is that they can app...
Follow Up and Follow Through
September 27, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.77 MBThis week on the podcast we are talking about following up and following through with your networking contacts. Networking is more than just a business card exchange. It’s about building relationships. Just like any other relationship networking relationships are based on trust and a big part of that trust is follow up and follow through. The idea is to grow the professional relationship naturally and not transactionally. After you follow up, follow through. If you see an article of value...
Clearness Committee
September 20, 2021 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MBThis week we revisit Greg McKeown’s book “Effortless” and talk about the clearness committees utilized by the Quaker community. This hit home for both of us because this is similar to the way we organically grew our relationship and, specifically, the way in which we have helped each other over the years. When we discussed Amy’s LLM, she was not looking for a solution, but rather a place and a forum to help her navigate the decision making process. We are bringing this to you! We have in...
The Law Student's Guide to Networking
September 13, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.5 MBIn this episode we are commemorating launch day of the "The Law Student's Guide to Networking Course" by sharing the "why" because the course creation. We remember, vividly, being in law school and being told that to find our first legal jobs we needed to network. We knew we needed to network, but we didn’t know how to network. That’s where the seed for a practical course to teach law students how to network was planted. As a law student, you are still searching for your professional ide...
Not Everything Requires Going the Extra Mile
August 30, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.63 MBIn this episode, Haley and Amy discuss a portion of "Effortless" by Greg McKeown - "being asked to do Z is not a good enough reason to do Y." Not everything requires going the extra mile - but for lawyers and law students that can be a challenge. Mentioned in the episode: "Effortless" by Greg McKeown The She Interviews Warrior in Law Ladies Who Law School We are also thrilled to announce the beginning of the presale of The Law Student's Guide to Networking Course! Access presale here! ...
Bonus Episode: Haley's Solo
August 23, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.32 MBIn this special bonus episode, Haley expands on our most downloaded episode - Who Has Time for Hobbies - by sharing something very special and personal. We are also thrilled to announce the beginning of the presale of The Law Student's Guide to Networking Course! Access presale here! The course will be released on September 20, 2021. For a limited time we are offering the course at a special presale price before the launch. Click here to learn more and make networking work for you! Not...
Stop "Shoulding" All Over Yourself
August 16, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MBIn this episode we talk about the trap of thinking about all of the the things you "should" be dong, where you "should" be in your career, and generally how you "should" think about things. This "shoulds" are usually not productive unless you turn them into things you want that align with your values and goals. We share some practical tips for you to turn the "shoulds" from something destructive to something productive. We are also thrilled to announce the beginning of the presale of The ...
Join Us in Clubhouse
August 09, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 8.16 MBThis week we are sharing our experiences as Clubhouse novices. It is a fairly new social media platform and so far we think it has amazing potential for law students and attorney to utilize professionally. We are also thrilled to announce the beginning of the presale of The Law Student's Guide to Networking Course! Access presale here! The course will be released on September 20, 2021. For a limited time we are offering the course at a special presale price before the launch. Click h...
Leveraging Your Bar Benefits
August 02, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.87 MBFollowing the ACLEA conference, we have bar associations on our minds. So this week we are sharing ways to leverage your bar benefits. From networking events to golf outings your state and local bar associations have a lot to offer. We also did some research into member benefits that you may not know about. Networking can be intimidating and time consuming. We’ve put together a networking launch guide to give you an easy to implement roadmap to make networking work for you. Just head...
JMT Speaks - Interview with Jennifer Thibodaux
July 26, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThis week we are so excited to release our first interview! We have a very special guest for you all - Jennifer Thibodaux of JMT Speaks. Jenn is a lawyer, entrepreneur, speaker, writer, storyteller, wife, mother, and barre enthusiast. Along with a full time career in legal publishing, she also founded JMT Speaks, where she uses the power of storytelling to inspire professionals. During the interview, Jenn shares how she was able to find her true self after the realization that the thing...
Building Your Network
July 19, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MBIn this episode we are back into networking. This time we talk about building your network. Amy and Haley talk about different groups they have networked with and have found much success. They also talk about the pitfall of referral-for-referral expectations. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. Please keep in mind that your jurisdiction will have rules of professional conduct th...
Focusing on the ABA
July 12, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.98 MBIn this episode Haley starts unpacking the recent ABA Journal article blaming women lawyers for their lack of drive for upward mobility. Please visit our blog to learn more about the petition going to the ABA. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. Please keep in mind that your jurisdiction will have rules of professional conduct that you must follow. This discussion does not focus ...
Managing Client Expectations
June 28, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBIn this episode Haley and Amy continue their thoughts on attorney pressure, but diving into a major pressure point - client expectations. Managing client expectations can relieve some pressure in your practice and should always ben given care thought and consideration. Cost, timeline, and responsiveness are the three areas we discuss this week. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. ...
Leaving the Law
June 21, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MBIn this episode Haley and Amy spend some time on a frequently discussed topic among attorneys - leaving the law. Attorney burnout is real and very common. There are so many aspects of a law practice that contribute. In this episode they discussed lack of control, pressure, and a general dissatisfaction. The Lawyers Who Launch offer their thoughts on these issues, as well as some practice tips if you are considering leaving the law. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or sh...
Networking with Confidence
June 14, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.73 MBIn this episode Haley and Amy discuss networking with confidence. They explore why networking can be such a challenge and give some tips on beginning to overcome those fears in order to network with confidence. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your purchase Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be constr...
A Decade in Practice
June 07, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.47 MBIn this episode we reflect back on a decade in practice. Prior to the episode we sent out a call on our social media for questions for us as we reflect. We received some very insightful and thoughtful questions. We discussed everything from expectations before and after law school, our biggest challenges, and whether we would do it all again. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. ...
BONUS: Spring Favorites
May 31, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBFor this holiday weekend we have a special bonus episode for you! We talk all about our spring favorites. As promised here are the links for everything we discussed. Let us know your favorites too! Butterfly Garden Fairy Garden Inflatable Hot Tub The Kaiser's Web by Steve Berry The Wreckage of My Presence by Casey Wilson Magic Treehouse Series Box Set Magic Treehouse Books 1-4 Marvelous Land of Oz Berenstain Bears LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your purchas...
You Are More Than Your Transcript
May 24, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this episode we explore why you are more than your transcript. In law school there is intense focus on your transcript. But there are so many attributes and skills a successful lawyer needs that are found no where on your law school transcript. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your purchase Nothing contained within this...
Your Reputation is Everything
May 17, 2021 06:00 - 11 minutes - 8.02 MBIn this episode we discuss your professional reputation. Why is your professional reputation important? How do you build a solid professional reputation? What do you do if you have made some missteps and have a less than stellar professional reputation? We do NOT think that it should be a goal that everyone likes you. But the more you understand your values and believes the better positioned you are to build a strong professional reputation that will act as your calling card with collea...
Mindfulness
May 10, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.17 MBIn this episode Haley and Amy talk about mindfulness. There are so many ways to practice mindfulness and those ways can and should be individual to you. Haley shared some her of favorites techniques - meditation, breathing, and making a list. Amy realized that she has mindfulness practices without even knowing it. Whatever your mindfulness journey - it should help you get more centered in a way that makes sense for you. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be cons...
Amy's LLM Journey
May 03, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MBIn today's episode we shift the focus to Amy's LLM journey. After law school Amy said she was done with school - or so she thought. After almost a decade in practice Amy decided to go back to school to pursue her LLM in taxation. With only a few credits left to go Amy, Amy reflects on her journey and offers advice to others contemplating more coursework. One thing we learned from this episode - never say never! LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your purchase Nothing c...
Imposter or Inexperienced
April 26, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.4 MBIn this episode Haley and Amy talk about imposter syndrome and inexperience. In the high pressure world of law school they both felt imposter syndrome long before it became a buzzword. After law school they were inexperienced as attorneys, but were more equipped to identify the difference and make the shift from inexperienced to experienced. They share those experienced with you and offer some tips on quelling feelings of imposter syndrome and how to address inexperience. Nothing contai...
Time v. Money - Home Edition
April 19, 2021 04:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode the Lawyers Who Launch, discuss how to make decisions between what you want to spend time doing or paying someone else to do for you. Haley and Amy first talked about time v. money decisions with food - grocery delivery, meal delivery, and meal kits. Then they discuss lawn maintenance and home cleaning and choices around those decisions. Style, fashion, and travel also give us many options for upgrades and bring about choices of time v. money. After reviewing their favori...
Defining Success
April 12, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.13 MBIn this episode, the Lawyers Who Launch discuss defining success. It is not just about traditional metrics for success, but really thinking about what you value both personally and professionally. This episode will really get you thinking about how you are defining success for yourself. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your p...
Do You Have a Mission Statement?
April 05, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.96 MBIn this episode the Lawyers Who Launch discuss the importance of mission statements in various aspects of your life. Amy shares her professional mission statement. Amy and Haley offer guidance on how to start developing your professional mission statement. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your purchase Nothing contained with...
Finding Balance
March 29, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.97 MBJoin the Lawyers Who Launch as they discuss finding balance. While total balance is impossible, some balance to your life can feel great. Haley and Amy acknowledge those times you feel out of whack and offer some advise on how they find some balance in their crazy days. Follow the Lawyers Who Launch on Instagram @lawyerswholaunch and visit www.lawyerswholaunch.com for more! Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create an...
Your Best Work Day
March 22, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBJoin the Lawyers Who Launch as they discuss how they structure their ideal workday and strategies they use to make it happen. If your works days are feeling more and more out of your control let Haley and Amy help you take back control of your best work day. Follow us on Instagram @lawyerswholaunch Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 1...
Who Has Time For Hobbies?
March 15, 2021 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBJoin the Lawyers Who Launch as they discuss hobbies they love, hobbies they don't love, and how they make time for the things that matter to them. Follow us on Instagram @lawyerswholaunch Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your purchase Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice...
List Lovers
March 15, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode the Lawyers Who Launch dive into a great love - lists. Join Haley and Amy as they discuss different types of lists they keep and how these lists help keep them together. They share their lists with you to inspire you to use different lists to help you stay focused on the task ahead and avoid getting overwhelmed by all the things in your busy life. Follow us on Instagram @lawyerswholaunch Click here to link to Rocketbook, as discussed during this episode. Get 15% off yo...
Meet the Lawyers Who Launch
March 15, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.27 MBMeet the Lawyers Who Launch! Haley and Amy are law school besties turned practicing lawyers who are taking their experiences to help you find more joy and fulfillment in your life. Learn about where the idea for Lawyers Who Launch came from and where it is going to help you launch your best life. Follow us on Instagram @lawyerswholaunch Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. LWL De...
Trailer
March 07, 2021 18:00 - 49 seconds - 596 KBMeet the Lawyers Who Launch, started by two law school besties who practice law and want to inspire and empower you to take positive steps in your professional and personal life to find joy and fulfillment. LWL Design Shop on Etsy use code LWLPOD for 15% off your purchase Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. Your jurisdiction will have rules of professional conduct that you must fol...