Life & Law Podcast - Lawyer Podcast For Balanced Success
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A podcast for lawyers wanting to build a seven+ figure law practice around the *whole* life you want to live. Because you shouldn’t have to keep putting in more time, more energy, more of you only to feel less in control, be less confident and see less of those you love most. And the truth is, you didn't take this path to be less. Join fellow lawyer and former Big Law partner, Heather Moulder, every Tuesday to get actionable and proven tips, tools and strategies for how to excel as a lawyer without sacrificing yourself in the process. Personal and professional development topics covered by Heather and her guests include: ✓ Business development and law firm growth. ✓ Leadership development and emotional intelligence. ✓ Law practice management. ✓ Lawyer wellbeing and stress management. ✓ Prioritization and productivity strategies. For more information about Heather and the podcast visit: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com.
Location:
United States
Description:
A podcast for lawyers wanting to build a seven+ figure law practice around the *whole* life you want to live. Because you shouldn’t have to keep putting in more time, more energy, more of you only to feel less in control, be less confident and see less of those you love most. And the truth is, you didn't take this path to be less. Join fellow lawyer and former Big Law partner, Heather Moulder, every Tuesday to get actionable and proven tips, tools and strategies for how to excel as a lawyer without sacrificing yourself in the process. Personal and professional development topics covered by Heather and her guests include: ✓ Business development and law firm growth. ✓ Leadership development and emotional intelligence. ✓ Law practice management. ✓ Lawyer wellbeing and stress management. ✓ Prioritization and productivity strategies. For more information about Heather and the podcast visit: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com.
Twitter:
@moulder_heather
Language:
English
Contact:
2142987508
Episodes
Episode #197: How To Spot When It’s Time To Stop Practicing Law
4/15/2025
You're bored. You often feel as if you're going through the motions. Practicing law just doesn't motivate you any longer. Is it time to stop practicing law altogether or do you just need to shake things up a bit (by making a change to your industry, place or clients)? Listen to today's Life & Law Podcast episode to learn the tell-tale signs that you need a change, and how to determine your next steps for the type of change you want to make.
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Duration:00:21:58
Episode #196: How To Network With Friends For Business (Naturally, Without Feeling Pushy)
4/8/2025
To my lawyers who cringe when thinking about networking with friends for business…
It need not feel awkward.
It’s not about making a “pitch”.
And no, you aren’t taking advantage.
In this week’s Life & Law Podcast, I’m sharing:
⇒ How to shift your mindset around networking (in general and when it comes to networking with friends); and
⇒ My simple 3-part framework for how to network with friends for business naturally (and effectively).
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Duration:00:14:34
Episode # 195: An Underutilized Law Firm Client Management Strategy
4/1/2025
Great law firm client management isn’t always about keeping clients happy. Sometimes, the smartest move is to let a client go. Which is why today I'm breaking down:
⚖️ The 5 big signs it’s time to let go of a client; and
⚖️Why this move actually strengthens your practice.
And before you read any further, a quick note… Yes, you’ve probably got one of these clients.
🎧 Listen now to Episode 195. Your sanity, your team, and your **best** clients will thank you.
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Duration:00:22:32
#194: Building Your Legal Practice (Watch Out For These Hidden Weaknesses)
3/25/2025
Lawyers beware: the size of your book doesn’t accurately represent the strength of your practice. When building your legal practice, you might be making some common mistakes that could haunt you later on. Listen to learn about three hidden weaknesses that could haunt you later on and how to ensure you don't make these common mistakes yourself.
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Duration:00:14:33
#193: Lawyer Leadership: Qualities Of A Good Leader
3/18/2025
Leadership isn't a skill most lawyers learn about until forced to (on the job). This is probably why I get so many questions from lawyers about how to be an effective leader. And why I wanted to bring today's guest on to talk about the qualities of a good leader.
Join me and fellow lawyer, podcast host, and law firm owner, Brian Beckcom, for an insightful discussion about what makes a good leader and the leadership qualities to adopt for yourself.
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Duration:00:46:28
#192: How To Transition From Associate To Business-Builder
3/11/2025
No one teaches you how to be a partner. It’s something you have to figure out on your own through experience (which can be a bit clunky). Same thing when it comes to making the transition from associate to business-builder (or senior counsel, of counsel, or service partner to business-builder).
What should you actually do to help make that transition less difficult? Listen to learn the top 5 things you can start doing to make that transition easier.
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Duration:00:18:12
Episode #191: Changing Your Mindset: A Truth Bomb (You Need To Know)
3/4/2025
There's a myth I want to dispel about changing your mindset (or a habit). Most people seem to think that a relapse means total failure (or that something is wrong with you). But that's not true (because it's not how the brain works). Learn why a relapse is a sign of growth (not failure) and how to approach your next mindset or habit relapse - without panicking or beating yourself up over it.
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Duration:00:10:09
#190: Getting Started On LinkedIn (An Effective Profile)
2/25/2025
LinkedIn is now roughly on par with law firm websites/website bios for vetting law firms and attorneys, which is why private practice lawyers should have a presence on LinkedIn. But what should you do when you're just getting started on LinkedIn?
Listen in to discover why your LinkedIn Profile is the starting point - and how to maximize your profile so that it works to your benefit.
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Duration:00:27:01
#189: Underused Growth Strategy for Law Firm Lawyers
2/18/2025
You're a law firm partner struggling to grow your business. How well are you leveraging your internal law firm network? If you're like most attorneys, the answer is likely "not well at all".
Today, we cover how to network internally to grow your business (hint: there's more than one way) and why internal networking is a seriously underused growth strategy.
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Duration:00:14:26
#188: Deep-Dive Into What’s Really Causing The Legal Profession’s Burnout Problem
2/11/2025
Join me and guest Lora Cheadle for a deep-dive discussion into what's behind the legal profession's burnout problem (and what we often miss). Hint: there's more to it than the billable hour, long hours, and even firm culture.
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Duration:00:36:13
#187: Dealing With Adversity (What To Do When Hard Times Hit)
2/4/2025
You've lost everything (thanks to the worst flooding or fire ever seen in your area). You unexpectedly lose someone close to you. You're diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer. When something devastating like this happens... What can you do? Listen to discover a proven 5-step process for dealing with adversity.
Life hardships happen. You cannot escape them. But that doesn't mean you're destined to stay stuck within them (and you have a choice as to whether or not you do).
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Duration:00:21:35
#186: How To Slow Down (& Why Every Lawyer Needs To Slow Down)
1/28/2025
Your calendar is so full it looks like an ugly patchwork quilt of overlapping green, orange, blue, red and grey. Jumping from one emergency to another, you always feel rushed. You'd like to slow down, but how? Today, you'll learn:
==> What slowing down really means.
==> The big benefits of slowing down (such as improved sleep, creativity and productivity).
==> How to slow down, starting now (by focusing on just 3 simple things).
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Duration:00:19:50
#185: Should Lawyers Stick To Legal & Business Topics On LinkedIn?
1/21/2025
What should lawyers talk about on LinkedIn? Legal and relevant business topics only? Is there a time and place to share more personal things (and how do you do that while keeping things professional)? What about topics that might not be popular? Join me and fellow business coach Jamie Sternberg for a lively discussion on what to talk about (and what you might want to stay away from) on LinkedIn.
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Duration:00:49:09
#184: Lawyer Impostor Syndrome (Need Not Be A Negative)
1/14/2025
I've had impostor syndrome since I was a teenager (meaning: well over 35 years). And although I used to struggle with it mightily, I'm now ok with it even though I sometimes STILL feel like an impostor. Which is what we get into today: how to turn impostor syndrome on its head and embrace it for your benefit.
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Duration:00:18:39
Episode #183: What Did 2024 Teach Me?
1/7/2025
In this episode, learn the top lessons Heather learned from 2024 and how you can incorporate them into your life (so that - hopefully - you don't need to learn these lessons the hard way, like Heather did).
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Duration:00:23:00
#182: Lawyers, Are You Willing?
12/31/2024
Today's episode is short yet important. It's about asking yourself a powerful question (and - of course - honestly answering it) as you wrap up 2024 and head into the new year. Ask yourself this question. Push yourself out of your comfort zone. Be willing to answer "yes". Not only will you achieve more; you'll have more fun while doing it.
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Duration:00:08:32
#181: What I Want You To Know (Breast Cancer Lessons – Rewind)
12/24/2024
Today we revisit an old episode as we head into the end of the year. Here are the top life lessons I learned, thanks to my breast cancer battle. Lessons you can learn from, too.
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Duration:00:31:46
#180: Stop Trying To Sell Yourself (Do This Instead)
12/17/2024
Do you have trouble trying to sell yourself and/or your services because it feels salesy or pushy? You're a lawyer, not a marketing or sales guru. And honestly, you'd prefer not to have to sell. Listen to today's interview with sales and marketing expert Steve Fretzin to discover (1) why selling need not be a bad thing and (2) how to utilize sales-free selling to sell more effectively (and feel good about it).
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Duration:00:45:55
#179: Top Tool for Lawyer Stress Prevention
12/10/2024
Learn my top tool for reducing, managing and actually preventing stress. Because lots of stress can be prevented. Get my favorite tool - and prompts - for doing that.
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Duration:00:30:41
#178: Lawyers, You Need More Client Feedback
12/3/2024
Join me and guest Blake Grewal for an insightful discussion around how to gather regular client feedback for improving your client experience. You'll also learn some of the surprising benefits - and uses - for doing this. [Hint: you can grow your business based on the feedback you get and also improve firm culture].
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Duration:00:34:16