The Gen Y Lawyer Podcast

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We're celebrating our 200th episode by answering your questions. We've sharing our thoughts on work/life balance, content creation, branding, advancing women in the profession, and securing sponsors. Thank you for your attention and support over the years. It means a lot to me! Resources Mentioned: ABA Commission on Women in the Legal Profession study Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone

It's the last week to join in on the 200th episode celebration by submitting your question via voice message at www.genylawyer.com/speak  Joining us in this episode is Nora Riva Bergman, attorney, law firm coach, and author of 50 Lessons for Lawyers: Earn More, Stress Less, Be Awesome and 50 Lessons for Women Lawyers – From Women Lawyers. She is joining us to chat a bit about the lessons she's learned along the way in her life and that she covers in her books. Resources Mentioned: Atticus Advantage website Marshall Goldsmith – What Got You Here, Won't Get You There Contact Information: Twitter: @lawfirmcoach LinkedIn www.reallifepractice.com  Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Celebrate our 200th episode with us by sending us your questions! We want to hear your questions and answer them on-air in just a few weeks. Leave your Q's as a voice message over on www.genylawyer.com/speak Joining me in this episode is healthcare lawyer, personal trainer, health coach, plant-based chef, and host of the Fit to Practice Podcast, Angela Han. While attending college in the U.S. after having moved here from South Korea, Angela developed an eating disorder. She struggled with this for 7 years until she was able to begin to turn her life around. Angela joins us to share her story of recovery and how she was able to reclaim her identity and life. Resources Mentioned: Timothy Pakron – Mississippi Vegan The Money Love Course  Contact Information: Website - www.angela-han.com Fit to Practice Podcast LinkedIn profile Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

We want to hear your questions and answer them on-air for our 200th episode celebration. Leave your Q's as a voice message over on www.genylawyer.com/speak During the first few years of Dina Cataldo's career with the District Attorneys office, things took a turn. She was in the midst of prepping for trials when she received a diagnosis of breast cancer three years into her five-year plan for success. That diagnosis forced her to pause and reevaluate the way she was living her life.  It also forced her to face her fears and go after the life she truly wanted.  Dina is a prosecutor, life and career coach, and host of The Soul Roadmap Podcast.  Grab Dina's free resources just for you as a listener and be sure to connect with her: www.dinacataldo.com/genwhy Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Celebrate our 200th episode with us (in September) by leaving your voicemail question by August 30th, 2019 and we'll answer your question on air! Leave your question here www.genylawyer.com/speak Joining me today is Sam Glover, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of www.lawyerist.com, an online community of innovative lawyers building the future of law and a place for lawyers to learn how to start, manage, and grow a modern law practice Sam is just splendid and I think by the end of this episode, you will see why. Sam's vision of what the future of law can and should be is refreshing and definitely worth listening to, especially if you're a lawyer who wishes to build a law practice that thrives in the future. Along with learning more about the Small Firm and Solo Practice Score Card, which can help lawyers assess their strengths and ascertain how to improve and grow, we also dive into Sam's life as a father of two daughters and an avid skateboarder. Resources Mentioned: Jordan Furlong's book – Law is a Buyer's Market   Rebecca Sandefur's study Contact Information: www.lawyerist.com Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

This episode originally aired as Episode 143 on May 7, 2018.  After two decades, Lee Rosen figured out how to own a lucrative law firm without having to work in his firm 24/7/365. One he realized he could be the owner, not the practitioner, Lee found a team to run the business and then sold it. Now, he travels full-time while teaching other lawyers how they can build their practices into sellable businesses.  Lee joins former host, Karima Gulick, in this episode to share how he built a lucrative firm, how he set up his systems that eventually helped him expand his business, and how you can build a solid business that allows you to work from anywhere.  A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

No, your LinkedIn profile should not just be a replica of your resume. While LinkedIn used to be the most boring of all the social media platforms, it has evolved over the years. It is now a place where lawyers and other professionals gather to connect, engage, and do business. Joining me to share her insight on how to bring your LinkedIn profile and engagement to life is digital and social media marketing consultant and teacher working with lawyers, law firms, and legal marketers, Nancy Myrland of Myrland Marketing. Resources Mentioned: Headliner Coschedule Buffer Sprout Social Checklist: LinkedIn for Lawyers: Eight Essential Ways to Get Noticed By the Right People A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Sexual harassment and bullying in the workplace occur more frequently than one would think. For many lawyers who find themselves victims of sexual harassment and assault, it can be difficult to speak up or seek the necessary help, especially in the workplace. They suffer in silence out of fear that speaking up will cause too much damage to their careers or that their reports won't be taken seriously. Joining me to shed light on sexual harassment, bullying, and what law firms should be doing to end workplace harassment is Lauren Rikleen, Founder and President of the Rikleen Institute for Strategic Leadership.  She is the author of the new book:  The Shield of Silence: How Power Perpetuates a Culture of Harassment and Bullying in the Workplace. Lauren speaks, trains, and consults on a variety of issues relating to workplace culture including women's leadership and retention, unconscious bias, multi-generational teams, and negative workplace conduct including sexual harassment. Resources and Contact Information: Lauren's books www.rikleeninstitute.com lrikleen@rikleeninstitute.com A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Customers don't want to be sold to. However, they do want to hear from business owners who can offer solutions to their problems. So how can you craft your marketing and sales messages in a way that resonates with your prospective clients and gets them to take action? Through storytelling! I'm joined by Chris Lema, leader, speaker, and Vice President of Products and Innovation at Liquid Web. Chris is a master storyteller with a story for every scenario. He shares a few of his powerful storytelling techniques in this episode.   Contact Information: Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrislema www.chrislema.com  Chris's Leadership Blog A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. I appreciate it! If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

What do Millennial lawyers want? What drives them? How can law firm leaders better understand them and how to work with them in order to create a harmonious and productive workplace?  I'm joined by lawyer, author, speaker, and law career counselor Susan Smith Blakely, author of What Millennial Lawyers Want to chat all about Millennial lawyers.  Susan and I explore why finding meaning in one's career is so important to young lawyers, what lessons we can learn from lawyers of the Greatest Generation, and how we can all make the profession a a better place going forward.  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.   If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GYL Podcast in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Spotify. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

If you're convinced that you have a powerful message, valuable insight, or helpful experience when it comes to your practice area or business subject matter, then you must share it with the world. This particular episode is focused on one way you can do that using live streaming video but ultimately, the platform doesn't matter. The message and your dedication to consistently showing up and sharing your knowledge is what will help you build brand awareness and grow your business. I'm joined by livestreaming coach and trainer, speaker, and author, Jenny Q. Jenny Q has been in the digital and social media marketing space for many years, and now she teaches professionals how to use live video to build their brands. She literally wrote the book on livestreaming, called Leverage Livestreaming to Build Your Brand: Start, Master, and Monetize Live Video. Jenny shares why all lawyers should be using live video to build their practices and even walks us through the exact process of starting, delivering, and ending our live broadcasts powerfully. Contact Information: 16 Point Checklist for Going Live - Text “checklist” to 345345 www.jennyqlive.com  A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Whether you love it or hate it, you can't ignore the importance of technology in helping change the legal profession. If you're hoping to continue to build an innovative law practice that differentiates itself based on its services and/or that offers a product that helps bridge the access to justice, you'll be interested to hear what my guest today has to say about how lawyers are using technology to accomplish these goals.   Joining me for this conversation is former litigator and current Founder and CEO of Theory and Principle, a legal technology product design and development firm, Nicole Bradick. Nicole is an expert in the legal tech space and super knowledgeable about building great legal products. Resources Mentioned: Typeform Concierge Wills and Trusts  Hello Divorce Brittany Ratelle Contact Information: Twitter @nicolebradick www.theoryandprinciple.com A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Many Millennials are at a point in their lives where they're thinking about having or are already having babies.  The thought of having children while managing a full workload as a lawyer can be stressful because, lets face it, being a parent is a full time job on its own.  So if you're considering starting a family, are currently pregnant, or already have a kiddo, what can you be doing right now to best prepare yourself for parenthood while also running your law practice? I'm joined by Family Law attorney and Certified Family Law Specialist in Redondo Beach, Ca, Lovette Mioni. Lovette runs her own law practice and along with her husband, is raising two young children. She joins me to talk about how having children affected her business and changed her view of how she wanted to practice. She talks to me about what she had to do to prepare her assistant and those she worked with to carry on with office work while she was on leave and what she did to manage her client's expectations while she was unavailable. Contact Information: Mionifamilylaw.com A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Are you inching closer and closer to burnout? Be honest! You might be. It's fairly common for high achievers to burn out, especially if they're not taking care of themselves physically and mentally. That's what happened to me at the end of last year, 2018, when I found myself facing a breakdown of the sort I've never experienced before. I had been busy trying to grow my business for two years that I drove myself into the ground. Luckily, I discovered meditation and yoga right at the 11th hour. In this episode, I share a personal story about how I how I spent 2 years building a business that led me to a breakdown, the one thing I did that proved to be a breakthrough, how I became 10% happier, and how you can too. Joining me for segments of this conversation are attorneys and yoga and meditation instructors Lee Holcomb and Joanna McCracken of www.lawyersandyoga.com   Resources Mentioned: Million Dollar Consulting by Alan Weiss Social Media Detox Episode 185 10% Happier by Dan Harris A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

We are living in a DIY world and lawyers can no longer be protective of their old ways of practicing law. Consumers are turning online for legal answers and many even go to YouTube to get help. This is a good sign for lawyers looking to fill a gap in the market by providing help to consumers who don't need full representation but instead, require help with a specific aspect of their legal matter.  That's why I wanted to explore the world of limited scope representation.  This conversation will shed light on the growing appeal of limited scope representation, especially for lawyers who are seeking an alternative way of practicing law. Joining me are Brooke Moore and Laura O'Bryan, co-Founders of MyVirtual.Lawyer, a virtual law firm offering limited scope representation in the areas of Family Law, Estate Planning, and Business Law. Brooke and Laura break down what limited scope representation is, how it can help your existing law firm grow (or how it can replace your existing practice all together), and what you can do to get started with LSR. Contact Information: Lawyering Outside the Lines live show on Facebook at 12pm CT www.myvirtual.lawyer  brooke@myvirtual.lawyer laura@myvirtual.lawyer Brooke on Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtuallawgirl Laura on Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtuallawlady A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Along with running her own Immigration Law firm, Genie Doi is pioneering her way through the esports industry. Esports is professional video gaming and it is a booming industry! Genie gives us a little glimpse into this world and shares the immigration work she's doing for these players. Then, our conversation shifts to talking about our own experiences as children of immigrants. This one is a powerful one! To get in touch with Genie, find her at www.immigrate.la or on Twitter @puregenieus A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

On March 3rd, 2019, I woke up, I went to Instagram and proceeded to delete the app off of my phone. I also deleted the Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, and LinkedIn apps and made the decision to not log in for the next 30 days.  I needed a break. I'm a social media-lover so this decision was huge for me, but it was necessary. I noticed that there's this feeling of overwhelm going around when it comes to social media. There's a lot of push back against this state of always having to post on the platform in order to remain relevant. Many people are outright deleting their accounts because they're exhausted.  As more and more articles surface highlighting the negative effects of social media on our mental health and behaviors, the more intrigued I became with reassessing my own usage of the platforms. In this episode, I share the results of my 30-day social media detox experiment and describe how I plan on using the platforms in a more sustainable way going forward.  A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect.  If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

The legal environment these days almost demands that lawyers become experts in their practice areas. So before you can begin building your authority in a specific practice area or industry, it's important to select a niche that provides the best possibilities for growth. That's what we're discussing in this episode: how to identify the five qualities of a lucrative business niche to build your law practice around. Joining me today is Jacob Slowik, a partner with Joseph, Aleem & Slowik who represents healthcare businesses and co-author of the book, Small Law; Big Success: How to Use Business Niche Specialization to Grow a Multi-Million Dollar Law Practice. Jake and his law firm partners built a multi-million-dollar law practice before they were 30 years old. That is impressive! They did this by using a novel strategy of business niche specialization. Prior to Joseph, Aleem & Slowik, LLC, Mr. Slowik was an attorney with the real estate practice group of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP in New York, New York. Mr. Slowik is a graduate of Harvard Law School and received his B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University. Resources Mentioned: Carolyn Elefant's emerging practice areas list Contact Information: www.elgaronline.com www.josephaleem.com Book Giveaway Rules:  It's free to enter Who can enter: Any listener of The Gen Y Lawyer Podcast  How to enter: Screenshoot your podcast player showing this episode and share it on your Instagram stories and be sure to tag me so I can account for it @nicoleabboud_ and/or Share this episode on LinkedIn and be sure to tag me as well there Nicole Abboud Each share on Instagram or LinkedIn is considered an entry One winner will be chosen randomly  Giveaway runs from April 1, 2019 to April 15, 2019 at 5pm PT Winner must have a US mailing address (postage paid in US only)  A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.   If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Growing a practice is never easy. There are many moving parts to think about at all times: marketing, legal work, admin work, accounting and client communication. In this episode, Karima shares some behind the scenes on growing a law practice, hiring a part time assistant, launching an online course and Voice search.  Voice search is here to stay, and it's something we cannot neglect as we're growing our law firms and brands.  What You'll Learn in This Episode:   Hiring an assistant Content marketing and search engine optimization Online courses: Content, marketing and the technology Voice Search and how it's affecting search engine optimizations Tweaks to your content to make it relevant to voice search What's a flash briefing and how to start one. Resources Mentioned: Previous Gen Y Lawyer Episodes Jenn Ruiz, the attorney and travel blogger Dina Eisenbergon delegating - Cindy Nicholsonon building an online course https://maketraffichappen.com– to learn about SEO Tim Ferris 4hour work week Kajabi.com – a platform for online courses Teachable.com – a platform for online courses Upwork.com – A freelancing platform where you can find your next Virtual assistant. https://medium.com/effct-voice/how-to-quickly-and-easily-start-an-amazon-alexa-flash-briefing-370a843194db https://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/alexa-flash-briefings-what-marketers-need-to-know-chris-brogan/ https://texaslaborlawblog.com– A blawg launched by one of our listeners https://kgulick.com– to see what I've been up to and content progress. Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.   If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Jeffrey Greenman is a solo practitioner at GREENMANLAW P.C. in Aliso Viejo, CA. He specializes in catastrophic personal injury and medical malpractice cases and is often hired for his abilities in premises liability and medical malpractice cases as they approach trial.  In this episode, he shares his story about how he got started in a crowded practice area and how he made a name for himself.  He also talks about how he got started in real estate investing. Jeff has developed and had interests in real estate projects throughout the United States worth over $300 million, including over 500,000 square feet of commercial retail space. He has worked on ground up construction projects for Hyatt Hotels as well land entitlement for large scale home builders in the Detroit area.  Recently Jeff has focused on syndicated purchases of NNN single tenant industrial and commercial properties, with notable tenants such as Caterpillar, Premier Packaging and American Fire Protection Group. In this episode we discuss: -  Starting a personal injury practice, -  Popular multi-million-dollar verdicts, how much do attorneys get to take home, and how much work goes into those cases -  How to get started in real estate investing, - Best practice for real estate investment.  Contact Information: Greenmanlawpc.com  A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect.  If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribeto the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.  

We are celebrating our four-year anniversary on the pod! Yowza! Thank you so much for your continued support. It means the world to Karima and me. In this celebratory episode, Karima and I are chatting about a symptom that many Millennials seem to be suffering from and don't even realize it – Millennial burnout. We also touch upon the issue of perfectionism that many lawyers find themselves grappling with. Must we spend hours reviewing a simple email out of fear of sending a less-than-perfect draft? We round out the conversation by exploring what “self-care” really means and if it truly lives up to its promise. Resources Mentioned:  How Millennials Became the Burnout Generation article Millennials Care About Job Titles So Much They'll Take a Pay Cut For Them article  Millennial Attorneys and the Pressure to Be Perfect article Preply language learning website A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect Live Receptionists. Abby Connect is loved by small businesses!  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

For many, public speaking is terrifying. For others, it's just a fun hobby. For me, having the opportunity to stand in front of a crowd and capture their attention for a prolonged period of time is a privilege and an opportunity for business development, when done right. Over the past 7 years, when I decided to take public speaking more seriously and to make it part of my business, I've learned how to work the stage, so to speak, to make public speaking an additional source of revenue in my business. What You'll Learn in This Episode:   Before you begin your speaking journey, you should know what you're talking about Why selecting a few topics to become known for is way more effective than listing about 30 things you can talk about Practice and preparation is key and can mean the difference between delivering a mediocre presentation and delivering a presentation that helps you secure business long after you present Even if you're serving on a panel with others, how can you best prepare? Set up a speakers page either on an existing website or as an entire website dedicated to you as a speaker Should you speak for free or only accept engagements that pay you? What can you be doing with your slides to help provide the necessary information for attendees to know about you When responding to questions How can you promote an upcoming speaking engagement on social media without sounding obnoxious? What is the best way to get the most out of video footage that you might have recorded while you were presenting? How to find conferences to apply to speak at Resources Mentioned: The Rebel Speaker Podcast (now renamed the Rebel Rising)  The Speaker Lab demo video episodes, Ep. 40 and 56 A huge thank you goes to our show sponsor: Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect.  If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

The way you think about things affect how you feel and that impacts how you behave and how you show up in the world. If you're like me, you might have a lot of negative self-talk that feels limiting. If only we knew how to change our mindset, we could probably unlock a whole new level of amazingness, right? Well, let's undo some mindset damage, shall we? My guest today is Master Certified Life Coach, former women's rights lawyer, and host of the popular podcast, Unf*ck Your Brain, Kara Loewentheil. Kara holds a B.A. from Yale and a J.D. from Harvard Law. She helps women break through their confidence issues and negative self-talk and finally put into action their true desires. Her work isn't based on manifestation and law of attraction bs, it's rooted in cognitive psychology-based techniques and feminist theory. Kara shares how we can decipher between helpful and unhelpful thoughts, what the two steps are to begin retraining our brains, why “fake it til you make it” is utter crap, and how to assess our thoughts throughout the day.   Contact Information: Unf*ck Your Brain Podcast 5 Day Confidence Challenge Thank you to our show sponsor, Abby Connect Abby Connect is the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

As we celebrate Valentine's Day this week (and yes, we realize this is a totally made up “holiday”), we thought it'd be fun to talk about love and relationships as a lawyer. Lawyers are busy and often work long hours so finding time to date or nurture a loving relationship can often be difficult. Joining me today is Dr. Sharon Cohen, relationship and love consultant.  She received her PhD from the University of Texas and has been helping busy professionals have committed and fulfilling relationships. Dr. Cohen shares why it's important for women to tap into their inner energy when seeking a partner, how you can reignite the spark in a long-term relationship, and how to make time for your loved ones.   Contact Information: sharon@drsharoncohen.com www.drsharoncohen.com A huge thank you goes to our two show sponsors: LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast for Terms and Conditions and to see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.  

California-based lawyer, law professor, writer, and accomplished speaker Rachel Gezerseh is the author of The Law Career Playbook (February 2019), which focuses on helping new and aspiring lawyers learn to market themselves and get ahead in the competitive legal industry. After 10 years as a Business Litigator at Jones Day in Los Angeles, Rachel is now a partner at boutique law firm Liang Ly LLP and continues to focus on complex commercial litigation in federal and state courts. She recently joined the part-time faculty at the University of Southern California as an adjunct law professor. In addition to creating the popular Break Into BigLaw and BIBL Voices blogs, Rachel has also been featured in Bloomberg Big Law Business and ABA For Law Students. Rachel holds a law degree from Southwestern Law School. Rachel shares with us: A blueprint of how she landed her dream job, Tips on how to differentiate yourself in the legal marketplace, How to network strategically And on becoming a law professor. Contact Information: Blog: www.breakintobiglaw.com www.lawcareerplaybook.com A huge thank you goes to our two show sponsors: LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast for Terms and Conditions and to see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

There is more to social media than just mindless scrolling and Instagram rabbit holes.  In fact, Jaime Santos and Kendyl Hanks have managed to create a forum celebrating women in the law, highlighting their war stories, and occasionally outing stupid sexist stuff under the Twitter account @LadyLawyerDiary  Kendyl is an appellate advocate, who litigates high-stakes business litigation and test cases involving contract disputes, fraud, fiduciary duty, alter ego, constitutional law, to name a few. Jaime A. Santos is an appellate litigation associate where works on cases in the U.S. Supreme Court and federal appellate and trial courts, on a wide range of cases. She has helped to spearhead sexual harassment reforms within the federal judiciary and has testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee regarding these issues.  Jaime and Kendyl share: How the idea for the account @LadyLawyerDiary came about, their main goal and purpose for the forum, Changes and impact made by the forum in the community, Why they chose Twitter as opposed to other social media platforms, And interesting stories from account users. A huge thank you goes to our two show sponsors: LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast for Terms and Conditions and to see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Contact Information: https://twitter.com/LadyLawyerDiary https://twitter.com/ClerksForChange Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Is it time to rethink success? Maybe you dream of buying a big house or you want to travel all over the world. Maybe you want to work fewer hours each week or you want to spend more time with your family. Lawyers have so many aspirations but for some reason, we tend to think that there is only one way to achieve those dreams – work ridiculously hard for many years and then eventually, acquire everything you want. Well, it's time to get creative and smart with how we make our money and how we craft our dream lives. If that's what you want, then it's time to opt out. Joining me on the show today to explain what opting out means is attorney, entrepreneur, law professor, and LinkedIn Learning educator, Dana Robinson. Dana shares his proposal for a new way of achieving success and wealth which rely on three income pillars: Establishing a side gig Owning a business Investing in real estate A huge thank you goes to our two show sponsors: LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast for Terms and Conditions and to see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy   Resources Mentioned: The last time Dana was here - Episode 49  The 4 Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss  Opt Out by Dana Robinson Contact Information: www.danarobinson.com  dana@danarobinson.com Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.  

You are going to be moved by my guest today, Jennifer Hoverstad. Her story will make you reconsider your priorities and will force you to reevaluate where and with whom you're spending your time. Jen is a lawyer, speaker, and breast cancer survivor. In 2018, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and her life changed for ever! She was courageous enough to share her treatment journey on social media and through her blog. Jen's authenticity and openness with her treatment journey broke down the fear and anxiety often associated with cancer and allowed her to connect with other women who were going through similar journeys. Jen's Contact Information:  www.jenhoverstad.com Instagram: @jenhoverstad Twitter: @jenhoverstad Jenfluence on Facebook A huge thank you goes to our two show sponsors: LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast for Terms and Conditions and to see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Seeing that it's the beginning of a brand new year, assuming you're listening to this right when it airs, I thought it would be perfect to talk about clarifying our vision, laying down some goals, and fiercely chasing after them. Whether you already set your intentions for the year or you're just now getting around to thinking about the year ahead, it's never too late to learn how to properly align your goals for the year with your vision for your life and career. If you're thinking of adding a new practice area, transitioning to a new job, or leaving the law all together, you'll find the courage and the action plan in this episode. Joining me to help us do just that is attorney, speaker, author, and personal and professional development strategic coach, Heather Hubbard. ------------ A huge thank you goes to our two show sponsors: LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast for Terms and Conditions and to see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Highlights from the Conversation: Start with your vision of what you want in life (and you can DREAM BIG here!) What if you can't formulate your vision because it's too scary or overwhelming? What do you do then? Once you've locked down your vision, you have to ask yourself: where am I now and where do I want to be? After setting your strategy, you then begin to lay down some goals to support the strategy What should you use to measure your progress and determine if you're even moving in the right direction? When you finally reach your goal(s), you should celebrate! So should you pop bottles, buy new clothes, or celebrate with others? Resources Mentioned: Life and Law Planner Hustle and Flow Podcast Contact Information: www.heatherjoyhubbard.com Instagram: @heatherjoyhubbard Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis. If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

It has been a whole year since I hosted this show so in this bonus episode, I update you on what I've been doing and where Karima and I plan on taking this show. 

It's the last episode of 2018! What a whirlwind of a year it has been, right? As we wind down for the year, I thought it would be great to invite Nicole Abboud, founder of this podcast, to join me in chatting about some of the resources, apps, and podcasts that got us through the year and helped our businesses grow. Also, stick around until the end of the episode for a super special announcement! ------------------- A huge thank you goes to our two show sponsors:  LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast for Terms and Conditions and to see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Resources Mentioned: : Online Marketing Made Easy by Amy Porterfield How I Built This by Guy Raz The Gary Vee Audio Experience The Minimalists Podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin Ep. 142 Jason Gershenson Trello Dropbox Venmo - phone app LawPay Quickbooks Calendly Stripe Paypal Sparemin Zubtitle Toggl  Upwork Abby Connect The One Thing Gary Keller LegalMinds mastermind led by Mitch Jackson Toastmasters International Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and LexisNexis.   If you haven't already, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

LISTENER SURVEY  www.bit.ly/gwl2019 We appreciate your feedback! Please enter for a chance to win one of 2 $50 Amazon gift cards – deadline to enter is December 21, 2018. _________________________ Thank you to our show sponsors LexisNexis and Abby Connect.  LexisNexis: From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast  for a special discount just for Gen Why listeners. Visit the link above for Terms and Conditions.  Abby Connect:Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy About this episode: Talitha Gray Kozlowski and Kristin Tyler are Co-Founders of LAWCLERK, where attorneys go to hire freelance lawyers.  LAWCLERK was designed to allow solo practitioners and small firms to tap into a nationwide network of skilled freelance attorneys and add subject matter expertise or an extra set of hands whenever they need it without increasing their overhead by adding full-time employees. What You'll Learn in this Episode: - How the idea for LAWCLERK came about; - Steps involved in hiring and finding the right contracting attorneys?   - Who the freelance attorneys on the platforms are; - Most creative ways busy attorneys use LAWCLERK; - Advice for overwhelmed attorneys who are hesitant to outsource. Contact Information: lawclerk.legal Special Offer to our listeners: The rebate code mentioned is GENWHY200 and they'll send a $200 rebate check when a new user posts a project of $200 or more.  This is a one-time per user code.  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsors Abby Connect and Lexis Nexis.   I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.    

LISTENER SURVEY  www.bit.ly/gwl2019 We appreciate your feedback! Please enter for a chance to win one of 2 $50 Amazon gift cards – deadline to enter is December 21, 2018. _________________________ Thank you to our show sponsor Lexis Nexis.  From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast and see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. About this episode: Mike Whelan is an author and podcaster. He writes about the future of attorney work, effective collaboration, and the legal supply chain. His book Lawyer Forward will be available January 29, 2019 on Amazon.com in both digital and print. Register at lawyerforward.com/bookupdates to stay informed about Mike's process for writing the book, as well as release news. What You'll Learn in this Episode: - The lawyerforward conference and how Mike tried changing the way CLEs are taught and earned, -  The process of writing a book and sharing your ideas with the world, - CEO v. expert and is this model feasible for solo/small firms. Contact Information: Twitter: @mikewhalenjr  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Lexis Nexis.   From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

LISTENER SURVEY  www.bit.ly/gwl2019 We appreciate your feedback! Please enter for a chance to win one of 2 $50 Amazon gift cards. _________________________ Thank you to our show sponsor Lexis Nexis.  From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcastand see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. About this episode: On this week's episode, Jeff Richardson shares his story with us: how we started iphonejd.com and how he continues to blog about the latest tech tools in the market. iPhone J.D. is the oldest and largest website for lawyers using iPhones and iPads. Jeff is an attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana.  What You'll Learn in this Episode: How Jeff started his blog iphone JD, the oldest and largest website for lawyers using iPhones and iPads. How Jeff reconciles between his mac tools (iphone and the latest iPad pro and his Microsoft devices at his law firm) How to differentiate yourself as a young attorney in the marketplace.   Contact Information: jeff@iphonejd.com  Twitter: @jeffrichardson(occasional updates from Jeff Richardson on iPhone topics and sometimes other items), and  Twitter: @iphonejd (automatic notice of every new post on iPhone J.D.)  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Lexis Nexis.   From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

LISTENER SURVEY  www.bit.ly/gwl2019 We appreciate your feedback! Complete our survey for a chance to win one of 2 $50 Amazon gift cards. _________________________ Thank you to our show sponsor Lexis Nexis.  From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast and see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. About our guest David Bitton:  As a best-selling author, CLE speaker, and founder of PracticePanther.com, David is obsessed with automating law firms with the help of today's technology. He's revolutionizing the legal industry by helping lawyers get more done in less time using PracticePanther's law practice management software. What You'll Learn in this Episode: How to automate and make your business and law practice efficient Automating social media Schedugram Hootsuite Using Upwork to find a content marketer / copywriter Email campaigns automated with mailchimp or infusionsoft or lawmatics How to make your day more efficient ABC of time management David Allen's 2 minute rule Touch it once philosophy Get in early, or stay late Automating your practice, scaling up without losing quality of service without having to bring on other full time employees Live chat Virtual Receptionist lawPay, automated payment plans, invoice reminders Lawmatics – Automated email campaigns Acuity or Calendly for calendars or ai Calendar deadlines Docusign,  AdobeSign, HelloSign, Lawmatics Lastpass Solo practices using excel/word and want to move to a docketing system, what are best practices to using a pr mgmt. software. Setting up businesses for success for 2019. Setup processes and procedures Setup intake forms, doc templates, and workflows  Contact Information: david@practicepanther.com Resources 1 Month free trial to practice panther if you email David at david@practicepanther.com https://www.upwork.com/ LawPay.com Lawmatics.com  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Lexis Nexis.   From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.  

Regina Edwards is the Owner and Managing Attorney of Edwards Family Law. She has been practicing law in Gwinnett County, Georgia since 2001 and went from having quite a few attorneys reporting to her to  scaling it down to a firm of 3.  I have been following her work online for over a year and really excited to have her on the show with us! Thank you to our show sponsor Lexis Nexis.  From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcastand see how you can get a custom solution tailored precisely for your budget. What You'll Learn in this Episode: How to delegate your intake practice and grow your business, How to scale your practice up or down to fit your personal needs, How to best market yourself. Contact Information: regina@edwardsfamilylaw.com  Resources https://www.dubsado.com https://www.smokeball.com/ https://www.upwork.com/  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Lexis Nexis.   From predictive analytics to research solutions, legal tools from LexisNexis can help you research more thoroughly, work more efficiently and build stronger strategies. Visit http://lexisnexis.com/podcast I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.  

Jordan Couch is an attorney and Cultural Ambassador at Palace Law where his practice focuses on plaintiff's side workers' compensation and personal injury litigation. Outside of his practice Jordan is heavily involved in state, local, and national bar associations, advocating for a better, more client-centric future to the legal profession. Find him on social media @jordanlcouch or email jordan@palacelaw.com. What You'll Learn in this Episode:  Benefits of instilling values in your firm, Setting up proper expectations with your clients, Productivity hacks, Technology and methodologies to work efficiently. Contact Information: Twitter: www.twitter.com/jordanlcouch jordan@palacelaw.com. Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.   I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

I am honored to have Carolyn Elefant join us on the Gen Why Lawyer Podcast.  She's truly inspiring!   In this episode we discuss serving the community, niching and focusing new practice areas and bridging the access to justice in rural areas.  What You'll Learn in this Episode: Carolyn Elefant's 7 figure e-book: a nontraditional way to market and grow your practice. Quality content to build authority in your field Pioneering new practice areas and how these innovative areas level out the playing field. Access to justice in remote rural areas and challenges these areas face despite technology improvements. Contact Information: Twitter: http://twitter.com/carolynelefant/ carolyn.elefant@gmail.com Resources https://myshingle.com/41practiceareasCaorlyn's new book on 41 new practice areas that did not exist 15 years ago https://vimeo.com/288630435- The 7 figure e-book webinar  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.   I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.  

Billie Tarascio a family law attorney and owner of Modern Law, a six attorney family law firm in greater Phoenix, Access Legal, a legal technology company providing do it yourself resources for self-representing family law litigants, and Modern Law Practice, a plug and play operational model for law firms looking to scale. Modern Law was opened in 2010 in Arizona and was recently named one of the fastest growing firms in the country for the third consecutive year. Their model focuses on the use of technology, customer service, automation, and whole health. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode: How Billie started and grew “Modern Law”, Access Legal and Modern Law practice, How using business methods and technology can help you grow and scale your practice.  Contact Information: https://mymodernlaw.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/MyModernLaw/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mymodernlaw?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billie-tarascio-62322bb/  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Former product development engineer Neil Thompson is the founder of Teach the Geek, an online platform for STEM professionals. The platform's first offering is the public speaking course, Teach the Geek to Speak. Neil turned his early failings in public speaking into a 6 step process to deliver any speech, and he is committed to sharing the process with fellow geeks.  Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode:  What lawyers can learn from other service businesses, How Neil switched from STEM to entrepreneurship, and how he identified a need in the market when brainstorming for business ideas, How Neil tried various methods to market himself before deciding to hire professionals, Knowing when to switch gear and experiment with your business. Contact Information: Facebook: www.facebook.com/teachthegeek Twitter: www.twitter.com/teachthegeek Instagram: www.instagram.com/_teachthegeek_ YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-8BcMcqnJLAYOhJtwy5wQ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/neilithompson  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.comAlso, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

As we enter the last quarter of the year, I decided it would be a good idea to reflect on goals I set at the beginning of the year to see how far I've come and to assess where I'm going with my law practice in the next 3 months. I decided to reach out and invite Nicole Abboud, former host of the Gen Why Lawyer Podcast and owner of Abboud Media, a video and podcast production and marketing company helping lawyers and law firms, to chat about both of our businesses and how we plan on growing them.  What we discuss in this episode: How to make the decision to change practice areas or career trajectories when you realize you're not happy in your current position Should you experiment with your marketing or should you stick to one method to see what happens? Why the client is the real hero of your marketing efforts How can you figure out whom your ideal client is? How we set goals for the year and how we adjust them as we go Does writing down financial goals actually help? What is minimalistic marketing and how can we apply this concept into our practices? How to avoid giving into the madness that is social media and instead, focusing on one or 2 platforms and posting quality content on those platforms How do you measure success in your business? The importance of tracking potential clients and noticing trends Contact Information: Connect with Nicole on Instagram @nic_abboud www.abboudmedia.com Resources:  A special thanks goes to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. Also, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.   

Stephanie has been coaching law students and attorneys for the past decade – helping them navigate the profession, build their reputation, and develop their careers. Having been a prosecutor, judicial staff attorney, solo practitioner, magistrate, and law firm associate, Stephanie understands the dynamics at play in each environment. She has been successful in different settings and has been elected by her peers to serve the profession and the community at high levels. The secret? Mastering The Other 85. Stephanie knows what it takes to develop and maintain key relationships, how to value people skills, and how to fit it all into an attorney's busy practice and life. She has condensed all she has learned into The Other 85 and is excited to share it with you. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode:   How to make building a network less awkward, and turn encounters into friends and colleagues, Managing your time efficiently, How to bring value to your network and newly built relationships.  Resources: https://theother85.net/hire/   Make sure to use the Code GENWHY for 10% off Contact Information: www.theother85.net  Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

As a former teacher and corporate trainer, Cindy Nicholson works with entrepreneurs who have dreams of building their business beyond just trading dollars for hours. They're ready to grow their business by offering online courses but have no idea where to start. Cindy helps walk them through the process so that they can create a course that they're proud of and that their clients will love. In short, Cindy helps amazing entrepreneurs turn their incredible content into effective and engaging learning material. So often, small business owners are experts in their field but struggle with how to translate their vast knowledge into an engaging, life transforming online course. They know they want to scale their business and reach a broader audience (and earn some passive income along the way) but need some help to make it happen. That's become The Course Whisperer, Cindy Nicholson's, calling. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy  What You'll Learn in this Episode:  How do people come up with their course ideas? Do most  have an outline already? know the details of the course or does Cindy help them flush out their ideas? Sometimes, it's hard to break down material to teachable portions when you're an expert in your field.  Cindy shares advice for people to take a step back and think about the basics and what need to be taught.  Resources and Platforms Cindy recommends to people thinking about starting a course.   Resources: http://coursewhisperer.co/genwhy Contact Information: http://coursewhisperer.co/ Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy  I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com

Megan saves lawyers' careers. She defends lawyers before the State Bar of California in disciplinary investigations and proceedings.  She also looks for new ways to help lawyers face ethics challenges, including creating The Playbook: The California Bar Discipline System Practice Guide, a membership website for lawyers defending themselves on disciplinary charges; podcasting on Lawyers Gone Ethical; writing for online and print publications; and speaking to lawyers on ethics issues. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode: Ethical issues of content marketing, creating videos and blogging on topics, how to answer questions on platforms like Avvo and Justia or even your blog without violating ethical rules, Ethical challenges of implementing new technologies that have not been regulated by state bars yet,   Why Megan started her podcast “Lawyers gone ethical” and some of the ethical rule changes she'd like to see in the upcoming years. Resources: http://zaviehlaw.com/ Megan Zavieh's Podcast: Lawyers gone ethical Contact Information: https://twitter.com/zaviehlaw Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Award-winning immigration attorney Alexandra Lozano is author of Be the CEO of Your Law Firmand founder of the Association of Mother Immigration Attorneys (AMIGA), which helps solo women attorneys transform their practices into thriving businesses. In this episode, Ally and I chat about the mistakes she's made as a solo practitioner and the steps she took to take her practice to 6 figures and now to a 7-figure practice. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode: - Starting a law practice, business development, practice management hacks, and best tools Ally has found,   - The transition from treating her business as a hobby to building a strong business after she made a few changes, - Some of the main takeaways from Ally's new book: Be the CEO of your Law firm. Resources: Be the CEO of Your Law Firm: Gain Control, Turn a Profit, and Reclaim Your Life. http://www.amigalawyers.com Contact Information: https://www.facebook.com/groups/191122438092413/ https://www.instagram.com/allylozanoesq/ Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

  Phil Singleton is a web designer, an SEO expert and an award-winning author. Phil co-wrote SEO for Growth: The Ultimate Guide for Marketers, Web Designers & Entrepreneurs.  SEO for Growth is an Amazon bestseller and has been listed as a top marketing book by Mashable, MSNBC, Entrepreneur and Search Engine Journal, and was named by Forbes as the #1 SEO book on its list of “Essential SEO Books for Every Startup to Read”. He is also the author of a popular WordPress SEO plugin that has been downloaded over 200,000 times in the last year. Phil's latest startup venture, Podcast Bookers, is a service that helps marketers and executives get booked on established podcasts as way to develop authority and personal branding, improve SEO, and most importantly, generate new leads and sales. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode:  Can you please briefly describe who you are and what you do Basics of Search Engine Optimization (“SEO”) - on page and off page SEO,  Timeline for SEO,  Reviving old content,  Local SEO, online reputation and building citations, How writing a book can help with your SEO and authority  Resources: Kansas City Web Design SEO for Growth Podcast Bookers Blog Writing Services My WordPress Schema Plugin Grade.us Review Funnel Google Search Quality Evaluator Guidelines (GSQEG) Contact Information: Kansas City Web Design® Kansas City SEO® LinkedIn Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

Neha Sampat is CEO, founder, coach, and consultant at GenLead|BelongLab, where she focuses on building belonging and true inclusion. Through consulting, training, speaking, and writing, she helps organizations create peak-performance, inclusive teams by addressing hidden barriers to belonging, such as Imposter Syndrome and internalized bias, unconscious bias, generational diversity, and distrust in teams. Through professional development coaching, she helps her individual clients develop job situations and leadership styles that engage their true and best selves. Neha practiced law at both large and boutique law firms, and later joined law academia as dean of students and adjunct professor of law and leadership, so she is a Gen Xer fan of Gen Y. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2-week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode:  - Recognizing impostor syndrome,  - Overcoming impostor syndrome - exercises that Neha uses with some clients, - How to deal with difficult situations and unconscious bias and how to deal with stress,  - GenZers and how they're disrupting work as we know it.    Resources: learn more and register here for the online course, "Owning Your Value: 10 tactics to bust your self-doubt, step into your true value, and be your best self." Use the discount code: GENWHYLAWYER to receive 15% off.  sign up for Neha's newsletter to stay informed and receive free resources and tips on cultivating confidence and building belonging.  http://time.com/5066641/generation-z-disruption/  Nehas's Story www.genlead.co Contact Information: www.facebook.com/belonglab Twitter: @BelongLab @nehamsampat Instagram: @belonglab Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

After a year of solo practice, I wanted to share the good, the bad and the ugly of starting a law firm. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your 2 week free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode: - Starting a law firm, - Having a vision for your firm, - Marketing for your firm, - Setting up systems and processes for your firm.   Resources: www.upwork.com – website for freelancers from around the world www.udemy.com– website for online courses www.moz.com www.linkedin.com www.wordpress.org www.semrush.com – Great free courses on search engine optimization https://www.facebook.com/groups/1924192371133759/?ref=bookmarks Directory listings (Google Places, Bing, Yelp) linked back to your website. Lawyer directories (Avvo, Justia, Lawyers.com) linked back to your website. Contact Information: karima@genwhylawyer.com twitter.com/thepatentlady https://www.instagram.com/thepatentlawyer/ https://twitter.com/thepatentlady https://Kgulick.com Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  A special thanks to our sponsor Abby Connect, the leading live receptionist. Get your 2 weeks free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy   I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone.

A lawyer and a therapist Will Meyerhofer has many accolades after this name: JD LCSW-R.  He is a psychotherapist and former biglaw attorney with a private practice treating lawyers and others in TriBeCa, New York City (visit www.aquietroom.com for more information.)  He is the author of four books, including “Way Worse than Being a Dentist: the Lawyer's Quest for Meaning,” and its sequel "Still Way Worse..." about life in biglaw, as well as a book introducing and elaborating upon the central concepts of psychotherapy, “Life is a Brief Opportunity for Joy.” A graduate of Harvard College, The NYU School of Law, and The Hunter College School of Social Work, Will writes regularly for Above The Law, and maintains a blog about life, the law and psychotherapy, at www.thepeoplestherapist.com .  Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy What You'll Learn in this Episode: Understanding burnout and best treatment for it, Understanding procrastination, Anxiety and depression in the legal profession, How therapy can help you regain control of your life.  Resources: Articles on Burnout - https://thepeoplestherapist.com/2017/09/26/the-finish-line-problem/ Lawyer self-care - https://thepeoplestherapist.com/2015/12/16/something-upbeat-and-constructive/  Will's NEW book, a sequel to Way Worse Than Being a Dentist, cleverly titled Still Way Worse Than Being a Dentist Will's first book, on the ideas underlying psychotherapy:  Life is a Brief Opportunity for Joy His second book, about the state of the legal profession: Way Worse Than Being a Dentist His third book, a comic novel:  Bad Therapist: A Romance A recent podcast ..and, finally, a television interview Contact Information: www.thepeoplestherapist.com www.aquietroom.com Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  Get your 2 weeks of free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy  I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in Apple Podcasts. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more lawyers.

From professional musician to CEO of a 60 year old non-profit, Bob's climbed the career ladder through a series of career pivots.Before becoming a CEO, he was a Navy Supply Corps Commander, technology consultant for PriceWaterhouseCoopers and IBM Business Services, a risk management consultant and the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for a major insurance company, He's successfully pivoted 12 times to obtain career success and is a career transition practitioner and expert. As a former “C” level executive, hiring manager, and on occasion job applicant, he knows what management's looking for. He believes that finding a better, higher paying job requires more than just a great resume and LinkedIn profile.  You need a complete toolkit, which also includes networking, interviewing, and negotiation skills to name a few. Thank you to our show sponsor Abby Connect, the live receptionist service loved by small businesses.  Get your free trial and $95 off your first month at http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy   What You'll Learn in this Episode:   Career changes, How to find what you enjoy, Skills that translate through career transitions.   Resources  Career Do-Over Self-Assessment Tool  Online Career Assessment Tools Get Noticed: 8 Great LinkedIn Hacks Free Video: “How to Write a Resume that Lands the Interview” + Bonus Training: Resume Keyword Optimization   Blogs Discussed on the Podcast   Do you need a career do-over? Online Career Assessment Tools Resume Keywords: Beating the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) How to identify your transferable skills for a mid-life career transition What is the Toughest Interview Question You Will Ever Be Asked?     Contact Information: www.fixmycareernow.com bob@robertbaird.us     Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I really hope you enjoyed this episode. I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode.  Get your 2 weeks of free trial and $95 off your first month using this link: http://abbyconnect.com/genwhy   I would really appreciate it if you shared this episode with a friend who could benefit from listening to this particular episode. If there is any topic you'd like us to cover or guest you'd like us to have on the show, you can email me at: karima@genwhylawyer.com Also, please don't forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it'll automatically show up in your phone. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in Apple Podcasts. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more lawyers.