Ever feel like your law practice is running your life instead of the other way around? In this candid episode, Lauren pulls back the curtain on how she built a 6-figure practice while only working 4 days a week.
Category: Wellness
What We Can’t Stop Thinking About From This Year
We’re looking back on the last year and some of the most impactful books, articles, and other resources we used.
Finding Purpose Through Partnership with Josh Fitch
This week, we sit down with Josh Fitch, co-founder of Troxel Fitch, and discuss the blueprint to building a thriving law firm through partnership.
Where We Can Lean In More
Running your own business can often feel isolating, leaving practitioners questioning whether they’re on the right track or simply going through the motions. But fear not, in this episode, we share resources and strategies to lean into to navigate the journey.
3 Habits that Changed the Way I Work
Imagine having to appear at a remote hearing from a hospital conference room while your infant daughter is admitted in the other room. In a follow-up to the last episode, Lauren shares going through this experience and how it made her realize that something needed to change in the way she approached work. By being intentional about her time, focusing on what’s important, and increasing productivity, Lauren details the three habits that transformed her work life.
Could your Law Firm Use a Little Spring Cleaning?
Spring is here! And that means it’s time for a little law firm spring cleaning. Completing these tasks, which can be done within an hour, will jump start your productivity and bring you joy.
The Power of Positive Connection with Martha Knudson
Today we’re talking about something you don’t hear about enough in the legal profession: personal connection. Specifically positive personal connection. The bond that’s created when we reach out and honestly share our experience with another person who compassionately listens and empathizes. I know, you might already be feeling a bit uncomfortable, but that’s why this conversation is so important.
How to Show Appreciation to an Employee or Colleague on Valentine’s Day Using the Five Love Languages
Valentine’s Day is coming up and you might be thinking to yourself, wouldn’t it be nice to share some holiday appreciation with an employee or colleague? Before you rush out and buy candy or chocolate in bulk, first consider your work Valentine’s love language so that you can appreciate them in the way that resonates the most.
Five Ways to Loosen the Grip of Perfectionism
Today we’re diving into something many of us as lawyers struggle with: perfectionism. I recognize how perfectionism has served me well, but it’s also caused a tremendous amount of stress. In this episode, I share five ways I’ve loosened perfectionism’s grip.
Our Favorite Legal Movies
If Hollywood portrayed real lawyer life, it wouldn't be very exciting. Watching someone draft a motion or answer questions all…
5 Boundaries I Set in My Law Firm to Protect My Peace
There’s a lot of talk about boundaries these days, and for good reason. Most of us aren’t great at setting…
How to Know When You’re a Good Lawyer
“How do I know when I’m a good lawyer?” I was recently asked this question by a young lawyer during…
Are You Tired of Feeling Unhappy in Your Law Practice?
Have you ever had the experience where something comes across your path at just the right time? Almost like there…
10 Simple Ways to Add Self-Care to Your Day
If the pandemic has taught us nothing else, it’s that taking care of ourselves is critical. When the line between…
Why We Should Rethink Grit in the Legal Profession
Lawyers are very familiar with grit. It’s a skill we’ve used throughout our careers. Many of us first started developing…
An 8-Step Plan for Sparking Change in 2022
It’s almost a new year which means a new opportunity to spark change is right around the corner. Are you…
Because We Can
We don’t about you, but Lauren and I CANNOT WAIT for the summer Olympic games! We love the competition. We…
How to Let Go of Perfectionism and Move Forward with your Practice and Life
I just finished working on a project – a video training series. When I was contemplating whether to take on…
Is it Time to Spring Clean Your Life?
In case you missed it, we officially entered spring a few weeks ago. It can be easy to miss the…
Longevity Lessons from Okinawa
I am currently reading Blue Zones: 9 Lessons for Living Longer. What's a blue zone you might ask? It's a place…
How to Shift to a Growth Mindset
Mindset is the established set of attitudes we hold, and according to world-renowned Stanford University psychologist Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D.,…
How to Mentor Your Professional Identity
By guest contributor Ryann Peyton, Director, Colorado Attorney Mentoring Program Becoming a lawyer changes you. At a physiological level, research…
5 Lessons from On Purpose Legal Workshop
A month ago, we hosted the first-ever personal development conference for lawyers and allied legal professionals: On Purpose Legal Workshop.…
Have You Been Wondering How to Manage Stress with Meditation?
Stress is something we all experience. And, if you're like me, you probably experience it often. Whether it's a busy…