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Visit us at shapedbydog.com     Imagine if your cute, cuddly puppy suddenly turned aggressive on you. You might think your puppy is trying to dominate you or acting out to spite you, but that is not the case. We’re looking at what is going on with aggression in puppies and what to do about resource guarding. As scary and unimaginable as it may seem, a puppy showing aggression over resources is normal, and there are things that you can do right now to help.   In the episode you'll hear:   • How resource guarding is a survival mechanism for puppies and dogs. • What to notice about the early signs of resource guarding. • How humans can make resource guarding worse. • When and why to see a Veterinary Behaviorist. • What to do when a dog guards against you or another person. • Why to consider your dog’s emotional response and feelings of fear. • How we can have feelings that lead us to want to guard our resources too! • Why to look at things from your puppy’s point of view. • How to create a great Conditioned Emotional Response (CER) for your pup or dog. • The reason punishment only suppresses behavior and does not change behavior. • Why not to take your pup’s bowl away or put your hands in the food. • How to keep everyone safe and create a relationship of trust with your dog. • The common ways your puppy will show you they are not comfortable. • All the steps to prevent and fix puppy aggression.   Resources: • Podcast Episode 66: Resource Guarding: Dog vs Dog Aggression - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/66/ • Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/ • *Book: Mine! A Practical Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs by Jean Donaldson - https://geni.us/mine-jean-donaldson • Learn How to Play ItsYerChoice (IYC) - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/ • Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/ • To join Home School the Dog at a special discount, write to us at wag@dogsthat.com with the subject line: I watched resource guarding • Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/ • Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/XDdf1w_9Ha0 Ex-Pen Information: • Ex-Pen: Rover Modular Pet Enclosures - http://dogsthat.com/roverpanels • *Ex-Pen: Plastic 8-Panel - https://geni.us/ex-pen-white • *Ex-Pen: Folding Metal - https://geni.us/ex-pen-metal   *Amazon Link Disclosure: Susan only recommends products she uses herself, and all opinions expressed here are her own. The link above is an affiliate link that, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission if you decide to buy from it. Thank you!

Visit us at shapedbydog.com Resource Guarding between dogs is a big topic. It’s also one of the most requested for me to cover on my podcast. Over the past week, my six-month-old puppy has started attacking some of the other dogs in my household over resources. It’s a good time for me to share what I am doing to help This! overcome possession aggression around resources, particularly food. Yes, even professional dog trainers experience challenges to work through.   In the episode you'll hear:   • About the two forms of resource guarding, against humans and against dogs. • Why dogs resource guard. • What I’ve seen with my puppy This! guarding resources against other dogs. • The signs to look for that show a dog could be resource guarding. • My previous experiences with my dogs and resource guarding. • The two approaches to take and why one can result in an all-out aggressive dog. • What NOT to do about resource guarding. • The reason discipline and corrections are like putting gasoline on a fire. • About fear periods in puppies and why to stay grounded and calm. • The reason to get appropriate help from a qualified Veterinary Behaviorist. • What I am doing about resource guarding to help my puppy. • How I am journaling what happens every day, the good and not so good. • About identifying and removing triggers and creating a safe environment. • Why to keep your dog under threshold. • All the elements to help your dog and why to email us about joining Recallers.   Resources:   • Podcast Episode 45: My Dog Just Got Jumped, Now What?-https://dogsthat.com/podcast/45/ • *Book: Mine! A Practical Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs by Jean Donaldson-https://geni.us/mine-jean-donaldson • Podcast Episode 59: Why Your Treats Aren’t Working for Your Dog-https://dogsthat.com/podcast/59/ • Game: Learn How to Play ItsYerChoice (IYC)-https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/ • Susan's Team: wag@dogsthat.com   Amazon Links Disclosure: Susan only recommends products she uses herself, and all opinions expressed here are her own. The link above is an affiliate link that, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission if you decide to buy from it. Thank you

Visit us at shapedbydog.com    Have you ever asked your dog to do something, and he does the opposite? Have you ever thought “but he knows it!”. Maybe he raided something from the kitchen, and when you ask him to drop it, he swallows whatever he has. Or perhaps when you call him, he runs the other way. In Agility, you might leave your dog at the start line and say stay, but he does not stay and starts on the course before you give your release. There are two schools of thought to what might be happening. Is it that your dog won’t do what you tell him, or can’t do what you tell him?   In the episode you'll hear:   • A deep dive into the impact of what you think of your dog. • What we can learn from Fenton in Richmond Park. • About what a dog’s guilty look tells us. • How fear and conflict affect what we are asking our dogs. • The many reasons dogs won’t do what we tell them to do. • What my dog told me about what she knew about hitting the Dog Walk contact. • The emotional response we have when our dog disobeys. • Why curiosity about our dog changes our emotion. • About the rule of three I use when training my dogs. • The worst-case scenario of a dog getting something right after being punished. • The bottom line on contributing to a better relationship with your dog. • How to start building a history of dog training success. • About believing that if our dogs could, they would.   Resources:   • Podcast Episode 8: Get Your Dog in the Belief Loop of Awesome - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/8/ • Podcast Episode 62: 12 Keys to Helping My Dogs Live a Long and Happy Life -https://dogsthat.com/podcast/62/ • Podcast Episode 5: What is Shaping and How Can Dogs Shape Us - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/5/ • Video: Target Training for Dogs Part One - All About Targets - https://youtu.be/MzePo7RSQu4 • Video: Target Training for Dogs Part Two - Step by Step Training Plan - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqsEEWCXze0 • Blog: How Do I Train My Dog to Come When Called? - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/04/train-my-dog-to-come-when-called/ • Podcast Episode 63: Why Some Dogs Just Don’t Get It - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/63/ • Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/bXfwU2EDiL0

Visit us at shapedbydog.com     If you have a dog, there will come a time when your dog will say to you “Don’t Wanna, Don’t Hafta”. That is the moment when you ask your dog to do something, and he ignores you. The question is, what do you do when this happens? I’m sharing what I do when my dog says “no” and the questions we need to ask ourselves. In the resources below, I’m referencing a number of previous podcast episodes that I strongly encourage you to check out with the context of what I say here in mind.   In the episode you'll hear:   • Why it’s important to value compassion more than ambition. • Your right to have expectations about how your dog behaves. • About your dog’s competing values. • Why considering your dog’s stage of learning is vital. • The importance of asking yourself if your dog is saying no due to fear. • What I noticed with my puppy This! in class recently with a golf cart. • My 5 keys for working through “Don’t Wanna, Don’t Hafta”. • How to rehearse your dog doing what you ask, when you ask, with fun games. • What it means to be the keeper of the joy. • About hard-wired behaviours and “Don’t Wanna, Don’t Hafta”.   Resources: • Podcast Episode 27: Do Dogs Need Rules? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/27/ • Podcast Episode 46: Is Your Dog Trying to Dominate You and What You Can Do About It - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/46/ • Podcast Episode 44: Using Coincidences and Positive Associations in Dog Training -https://dogsthat.com/podcast/44/ • Podcast Episode 42: Behavior Chains: Are You Teaching Your Dog to be Bad to be Good? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/42/ • Game: Learn How to Play ItsYerChoice (IYC) - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/ • Podcast Episode 24: Help for the Dog who Chases Chipmunks, Bicycles, and the Neighbor’s Cat - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/24/ • Blog Post: How to Use the Distraction Intensity Index to Help Your Dog - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2020/09/distraction-intensity-index/

Visit us at shapedbydog.com Today’s podcast topic comes from you! One of the questions I’m often asked is “how do I get my puppy to stop waking me up?”. Another is “how do I stop my dog waking me earlier and earlier?”. These are common problems, and there are three main reasons it happens, with the most likely being that you have been ‘shaped by dog’. I’ve got tips to help you. There are four things that you can put into action right now to ensure you get some sleep. In the episode you'll hear:   The main reasons a puppy or dog will wake you up in the middle of the night. How you could be contributing to being woken by your dog. About inappropriate reinforcement that you may not realize is happening. The impact of routine and your dog predicting patterns of reinforcement. How you can turn things around to ensure you get sleep. Why what happens during the day can determine what happens at night! Easy observations you can make teach your puppy or dog the “forget it to get it” rule. The four things you need to know that will make a massive difference. Why your puppy being on leash to potty will improve your life together. How I teach my puppies and dogs “Don’t Wake Da Mama”. Resources: Podcast Episode 16: The Thing Before Your Dog’s Thing - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/16/ Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/ Podcast Episode 5: What is Shaping And How Can Dogs Shape Us - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/5/ Blog Post: Forget It to Get It … Advanced IYC Cookie Jar Game - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2020/02/forget-it-to-get-it/ Podcast Episode 18: 4 Puppy and Dog Training Games for Acquired Bite Inhibition - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/18/ GAME: Learn how to play “ItsYerChoice” (IYC) - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/ Blog Post: It’s Time to P-o-t-t-y! Inside Scoop on Housetraining - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2018/08/scoop-on-housetraining/

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   We all have pet peeves, and one of mine is the misuse of dog training cues. Cues have power, and it is important to maintain our dog’s clarity and understanding. Most cues are verbs because we want our dogs to do something. It’s vital not to dilute a cue as that will create uncertainty in our dog about what we really want him to do.   In the episode you'll hear:   • How dogs don’t understand past tense. • The reason we should never say “good sit” or “good down”. • The importance of questioning dog training experts. • Why cues have a lot of power and value for our dogs. • The ways cues are misused. • Why a cue is a verb and not a description. • What dilutes a dog’s understanding of a cue. • Controversy surrounding cues and why I don’t say “stay”. • How mixing physical cues and verbal cues can create conflict for your dog. • How to keep quick responses to your cues. • About control positions, release cues and creating clarity with your expectations.   Resources: • Podcast Episode 2: Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/2/ • Podcast Episode 11: The Power of Permission in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/11/ • Vlog: Toning Up On Cue Clarity (Hearing The Sirens) - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/01/toning-up-on-cue-clarity-hearing-the-sirens/

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   There are four games you can play right now that will help expedite learning for your puppy or dog. I’m sharing each game plus why and how to play so you can start immediately. We’re also going over how toy selection can increase or decrease how often you get bitten and busting some myths about tugging with a pup. You’ll also learn what to do if your puppy or dog touches your skin or clothing with teeth when you are playing. We’ve also got a journal for you to download to record your puppy’s acquired bite inhibition progress. Follow all the tips from my two podcast episodes on puppy biting to fast track your pup’s learning and your success. In the episode you'll hear: • Why playing dog training games expedites learning and helps with bite inhibition. • Why most dogs never bite with the intention of hurting you. • What a dog’s fear means in relation to a bite. • What abnormal biting is and why it needs a Veterinary Behaviourist. • How toy selection can increase or decrease the bites you get from your puppy. • Puppy tugging myths busted. • How to play my “Search”, “Collar Grab”, “Intentional Tugging” and “How’s It Taste” games and the benefits for you and your puppy or dog. • The difference between intentional play and mindless play. • How to redirect a puppy bite to your skin or clothing. Resources: • Podcast Episode 17: Help! How do I STOP Puppy Biting?! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/17/ • DogsThat YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/dogsthat • Podcast Episode 11: The Power of Permission in Dog Training- https://dogsthat.com/podcast/11/ • Podcast Episode 2: Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/2/ • Download Your “Acquired Puppy Biting Journal” - https://dogsthat.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Susan-Garrett-Acquired-Bite-Inhibition-Journal.pdf

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   In a multi-dog household, it’s important that all dogs have confidence and be comfortable. I’m sharing my biggest tips for intentional household harmony. In the episode you'll hear: When I realized that comfort and confidence for all dogs is vital. How to be present to what your dogs are telling you. The CSI of a multi-dog home. How I prevent resource guarding before it starts. The guidelines and house rules that set everyone up for success. Resources: Podcast Episode 14: Creating Intentional Multi-Dog Household Harmony - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/14/ Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/ Podcast Episode 2: Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/2/ ItsYerChoice Game (IYC) - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-thankyou/ Recallers - https://dogsthat.com/recallers/ Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're sharing some ideas for ways to cope with the challenges that COVID-19 poses for law schools and life in general. In this episode we discuss: The most important consideration in this situation - your health Tips for adapting to virtual classes Minimizing distractions when studying at home Preparing for the scenario of take-home and/or open book exams Handling the logistics of daily living Coping with heightened stress and anxiety Tools that can help you set up a routine Resources: Podcast Episode 19: Conquering Different Types of Law School Exams (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-19-conquering-different-types-law-school-exams/) Tips for Take-Home Exams (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/tips-for-take-home-exams/) Tips for Studying for an Open Book Law School Exam (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/tips-for-studying-for-an-open-book-exam/) How to Use Technology in Your Law School Study Group (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-use-technology-in-your-law-school-study-group/) Need to Get More Done in Law School? Try the Circles. (https://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/08/tips-time-management-awesomeness-with-the-circles/) Slack (http://www.slack.com/) Trello (http://www.trello.com/) Asana (http://www.asana.com/) LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems! (https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/mo-willems/) Penguins tour their empty Chicago aquarium (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHHkJwQQU0o) Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-236-coping-with-covid-19-in-law-school/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking about how to bounce back after making a significant mistake -- one of those school, career, or personal screw ups that sometimes can be a major headache -- and what steps to take to ensure it doesn't happen again. In this episode we discuss: Assessing whether the mistake really is as big a deal as it appears at first Looking at how famous people, such as politicians, deal with their own faux pas Common scenarios where something can go wrong at school or work How owning up and taking responsibility will go a long way to repairing the damage Taking specific steps to make sure the mistake doesn't happen again Where to look for help if you feel like you've made a mistake in your personal life Resources: Podcast Episode 25: How to Behave Like a Professional in the Legal Workplace (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-25-behave-like-professional-legal-workplace/) Podcast Episode 147: Top Summer Associate Mistakes and How to Fix Them (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-147-top-summer-associate-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them-w-sadie-jones/) Podcast Episode 210: Using Mindfulness Practices as a Law Student (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-210-using-mindfulness-practices-as-a-law-student/) Brené Brown (https://brenebrown.com/) Lee Rosen: My Most Embarrassing Moment (https://roseninstitute.com/embarrassing-moment/) Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-212-bouncing-back-from-a-major-mistake/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're discussing things to consider when starting to study for the bar exam early, who's a good candidate to study early, and when it makes sense to start. In this episode, we discuss: What is the time period most people allocate to studying for the bar?  Types of situations where you might consider getting started sooner to reduce your stress later Things to think about when developing a study plan Is there such a thing as starting to study too early? Some pitfalls that might get in your way during a longer study time  Whether you should start preparing again right away if you fail the exam (or think you probably did) Resources: Podcast Episode 29: Taking the Bar Exam as a Foreign-Trained Attorney (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-29-taking-the-bar-exam-as-a-foreign-trained-attorney/) The Brainy Bar Bank (https://barexamtoolbox.com/brainy-bar-bank/) Writing of the Week Bar Essay Workshop (https://barexamtoolbox.com/writing-of-the-week-wow-bar-essay-workshop/) AdaptiBar (https://www.adaptibar.com/) The State Bar of California (http://www.calbar.ca.gov/Admissions/Examinations/California-Bar-Examination) Strategies and Tactics for the MBE, by Stephen Emanuel (https://www.amazon.com/Strategies-Tactics-MBE-Book-ebook/dp/B01G0Y38W6) Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-48-when-is-it-too-early-to-start-studying-for-the-bar-exam/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we're focusing on strategies to help you beat the trend of declining MBE scores, seen in recent data released by the National Conference of Bar Examiners. In this episode, we discuss: Possible reasons why MBE scores are down How much individual bar takers should be worried about this trend Good resources for finding real released MBE practice questions Smart tools to help you focus your MBE study How many practice MBE questions are enough to prepare you to pass The importance of doing your exam prep under as close to exam conditions as possible Some alternative ways to mix up your MBE study routine Resources: Podcast Episode 7: A Conversation with Sean Silverman – MBE Expert (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-7-a-conversation-with-sean-silverman-mbe-expert/) Podcast Episode 21: How to Analyze Real MBE Questions (w/Sean Silverman) – Part 1 (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-21-how-to-analyze-real-mbe-questions-w-sean-silverman-part-1/) Podcast Episode 22: How to Analyze Real MBE Questions (w/Sean Silverman) – Part 2 (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-22-how-to-analyze-real-mbe-questions-w-sean-silverman-part-2/) Podcast Episode 6: A Conversation with AdaptiBar CEO Tarek Fadel (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-6-a-conversation-with-adaptibar-ceo-tarek-fadel/) Podcast Episode 43: Talking about AdaptiBar with Guest Maggy Mahalick (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-43-talking-about-adaptibar-with-guest-maggy-mahalick/) Strategies & Tactics for the MBE, by Steven Emanuel (https://www.amazon.com/gp/bookseries/B06XJFKBW5?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_0000_ft) AdaptiBar (https://www.adaptibar.com/) National Conference of Bar Examiners (http://www.ncbex.org/) Practice of the Week (POW) MBE Workshop (https://barexamtoolbox.com/practice-of-the-week-pow-mbe-workshop) Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-45-why-are-mbe-scores-dropping-and-what-to-do-about-it-as-a-bar-taker/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we’re talking about some challenging scenarios you might encounter on law school exams. In this episode we discuss: What do to if your computer crashes during an exam How to handle perceived cheating Mitigating the damage if you realize your exam answer is totally wrong halfway through Why it’s important to outline on paper before typing your answer Tips for handling external issues or problems in the room What do to if you get the wrong exam (it happens!) Tricks to calm anxiety and stay focused during an exam Resources: Podcast Episode 172: Tackling Common Exam Prep scenarios (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-172-tackling-common-exam-prep-scenarios/) Podcast Episode 19: Conquering Different Types of Law School Exams (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-19-conquering-different-types-law-school-exams/) May: Surviving Law School Exams (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/may-surviving-law-school-exams/) Yikes My Computer Crashed: Moving on After a Disappointing Exam Experience (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/yikes-my-computer-crashed-moving-on-after-a-disappointing-exam-experience/) How to Organize Your Exam Answers (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-organize-your-exam-answers/) Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Episode-192-On-Exam-Scenarios.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking about what to focus on in class so that you can get the most out of the experience. In this episode we discuss: What going to class teaches you that books, outlines, and supplements cannot Why paying attention to what your professor thinks is important is very important Why in-class hypotheticals are so important to your understanding of the law, and to preparing for the exam How class can help you learn to live with ambiguity and think like a lawyer How learning the policy behind the laws can help you piece together what you learn into a coherent whole Ways to enhance your listening and note-taking to set you up for success later Why you should strongly consider handwriting your class notes How to handle distractions and why you should really unplug in class Resources: Podcast Episode 62: Surviving the Socratic Method in Law School Classes (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-62-surviving-the-socratic-method-in-law-school-classes/) A Novel Listening Technique for Law Students: “Professor Says” (https://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/10/a-novel-listening-technique-for-law-students-professor-says/) Are You Taking Good Law School Class Notes? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/taking-good-law-school-class-notes/) Is Handwriting Notes a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/is-handwriting-notes-a-good-thing-or-a-bad-thing/) The Cornell Note-taking Method (http://lsc.cornell.edu/notes.html) Evernote (https://evernote.com/) Cal Newport: Digital Minimalism (https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Minimalism-Choosing-Focused-Noisy/dp/0525536515) Start Law School Right (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/) Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-189-why-you-should-go-to-class-and-how-to-make-it-productive/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking about thinking on your feet when you're on the spot. In this episode we discuss: How practicing mindfulness when you aren’t stressed can help you cope when you’re on the spot Why it is not just okay, but important, to take a breath, pause, and think before answering questions The benefits of asking clarifying questions Why paying close attention and using active listening techniques is useful How to handle interruptions and other moments when you have to go “off-script” Why speaking in class is a skill set that you can (and should) practice How to project confidence even when you’re not feeling it Resources: Podcast Episode 29: Self-Care During Bar Exam Prep (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-129-self-care-during-bar-exam-prep/) Podcast Episode 37: Surviving Law school Moot Court (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-37/) Podcast Episode 62: Surviving the Socratic Method in Law School Classes (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-62-surviving-the-socratic-method-in-law-school-classes/) Podcast Episode 138: Top Ten Public Speaking Tips (w/Jennifer Warren) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-138-top-ten-public-speaking-tips-w-jennifer-warren/) Toastmasters (http://www.toastmasters.org/) What Did Improv Classes Teach Me About Public Speaking (https://magneticspeaking.com/what-did-improv-classes-in-san-francisco-teach-me-about-public-speaking/) Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-187-thinking-on-your-feet/)    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we're talking about dealing with panic on the bar exam. In this episode, we discuss: How to handle feelings of anxiety that arise on exam day Tools for mitigating panicked feelings and regaining focus Why you need to have a plan, and practice your plan, for approaching questions on the bar Why taking time to outline is one key to avoiding panicked mistakes in your writing How to cope when you don’t know the law How to manage your time so you don't panic  How to practice maintaining your calm during potential distractions (and disasters) Resources: Podcast Episode 12: Bar Exam-Day Tips (w/Brittany Raposa) (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-12-bar-exam-day-tips-w-brittany-raposa/) Podcast Episode 39: Battling Test Anxiety in Law School and on the Bar Exam (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-39-battling-test-anxiety-law-school-bar-exam/) Bar Study Tips: Getting Mentally Ready for the Exam (https://barexamtoolbox.com/bar-study-tips-getting-mentally-ready-for-the-bar-exam/) Test Anxiety and the Bar Exam: How Should You Handle It? (https://barexamtoolbox.com/test-anxiety-bar-exam-will-effect/) Train Like an Athlete for the Bar Exam (https://barexamtoolbox.com/train-like-athlete-bar-exam/) Calm App (https://www.calm.com/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)! Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-36-handling-panic-on-the-bar-exam/)        Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we are walking through a California bar exam question on corporations. This is one of our series of podcasts on how to approach California bar exam questions. In this episode, we discuss: Why memorizing concise, effective rule statements and attack plans is key to writing passing essays What should (and should not) be included in rule statements in a California bar essay How to use overarching rules to frame your answer, and how to incorporate the sub-rules effectively in your analysis Why every fact in a bar exam essay question matters, especially in shorter hypotheticals How to save time by referencing earlier rule statements when issues overlap Resources: Podcast Episode 24: Tackling a California Bar Exam Essay: Professional Responsibility and Evidence (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-24-tackling-a-california-bar-exam-essay-professional-responsibility-and-evidence/) Podcast Episode 32: Tackling a California Bar Exam Essay: Wills and Community Property (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-32-tackling-a-california-bar-exam-essay-wills-and-community-property/) February 2017 California Bar Exam Essay Questions and Selected Answers http://www.calbar.ca.gov/Portals/0/documents/admissions/Examinations/February2017CBX_Questions_R.pdf) Private Bar Exam Tutoring (https://barexamtoolbox.com/private-bar-exam-tutoring/) Brainy Bar Bank – California Bar Exam (https://barexamtoolbox.com/brainy-bar-bank-california-bar-exam/) And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). If you’ve got burning questions, let us know! We’re always looking for great content ideas, so maybe we’ll answer your question in a future episode. Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)! Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-35-tackling-a-california-bar-exam-essay-corporations/)    Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee                                                    

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones, about how to start thinking about your 2L job search when you're still a 1L. In this episode we discuss: What your priority should be at this point in your 1L year How to get organized and set yourself up for success Why you should engage with your Career Services office sooner rather than later How to maximize your 1L summer experience in your 2L job search Why networking both on and off campus can pay off How to stand out by being prepared and polished from the start of your job search Resources: Podcast Episode 7: Time & Life Management Basics (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-7-time-life-management-basics/) Podcast Episode 55: An Overview of BigLaw OCI (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-55-overview-biglaw-campus-interviewing-oci/) Podcast Episode 140: OCI Strategy (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-140-oci-strategy-w-sadie-jones/) Podcast Episode 179: What to Do If You Still Don’t Have a Summer Job (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-179-what-to-do-if-you-still-dont-have-a-summer-job-w-ex-biglaw-recruiter-sadie-jones/) CareerDicta: Strategies & Resources for Your Legal Career (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta) Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-185-thinking-about-the-2l-job-search-as-a-1l-w-sadie-jones/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we are walking through a California bar exam question on wills and community property. This is one of our series of podcasts on how to approach California bar exam questions. In this episode, we discuss: Why it is so important that California bar studiers develop excellent issue spotting skills Why you need to become an expert at reading the facts and figuring out what the bar examiners are telling you How to use the call of the question to help you spot the issues before you even start writing your answer How good issue spotting will help you organize your answer effectively How to address minor issues without derailing your analysis Resources: Podcast Episode 24: Tackling a California Bar Exam Essay: Professional Responsibility and Evidence (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-24-tackling-a-california-bar-exam-essay-professional-responsibility-and-evidence/) Law School Toolbox Podcast Episode 139: How to Issue Spot and Exam Question (w/Live Example) (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-139-issue-spot-exam-question-w-live-example/) How Distinguishing Issues Will Help You Save the Future (https://barexamtoolbox.com/how-distinguishing-issues-will-help-you/) February 2018 California Bar Exam Essay Questions and Selected Answers (http://www.calbar.ca.gov/Portals/0/documents/admissions/Examinations/Feb2018_CBXSelectedAnswers_EssayQuestions.pdf) Private Bar Exam Tutoring (https://barexamtoolbox.com/private-bar-exam-tutoring/) Brainy Bar Bank – California Bar Exam (https://barexamtoolbox.com/brainy-bar-bank-california-bar-exam/) And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). If you’ve got burning questions, let us know! We’re always looking for great content ideas, so maybe we’ll answer your question in a future episode. Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)! Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-32-tackling-a-california-bar-essay-wills-and-community-property/)   Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee  

024: Learning the Craft of Upholstery with Cynthia Bleskachek Cynthia Bleskachek has been doing upholstery professionally since 2001 – before that, she grew up making buttons and pulling staples in her mom’s home upholstery shop. Her journey has cultivated a deep love, and appreciation for the character, and quality of older furniture – in a market overwhelmed by disposable options, re-upholstery provides a viable alternative. The Funky Little Chair began as a Facebook blog of sorts, providing bits of education from whatever project was on the “horses” in the upholstery shop. In 2016, Cynthia opened The Funky Little Chair in order to focus on hands-on education for hobbyists and aspiring professionals. On our podcast today we are really discussing the upholstery industry, the struggles they face, the future of the craft, and what can be done to keep this industry viable in our current economy. Topics Mentioned: Professionalism Expertise Gap Talent Flipped Classroom Gig Economy   Thoughts from Cynthia: There are professional standards in upholstery and it takes years to hone the craft in all areas. This is not a quick learn industry. There must be intentionality to be profitable in an upholstery shop. If I had to only build new upholstery, I would be out of business. Let’s stop throwing so much away. Trades like upholstery cannot be learned in excellence from video alone, there has to be some amount of hands on. A flipped classroom allows us to educate theory and beginning skill before investing in the in-person hands on education.   Links and Resources: Podcast Episode 8 with Richelle Plett   Socials: Website: www.thefunkylittlechair.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/thefunkylittlechair Facebook: The Funky Little Chair Instagram: @thefunkylittlechair

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with Kelsey Russell, a writer for the Law School Toolbox and a recent federal judicial clerk, about clerkships. In this episode we discuss: The day-to-day experiences of a law clerk Who should clerk? When should you clerk? What will you learn? The intangible benefits of clerking The future of the clerkship hiring plan Tips for clerkship applications and interviews Resources: Podcast Episode 44: How to Get a Judicial Clerkship (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-44-how-to-get-a-judicial-clerkship/) What is it Really Like to be a Judicial Clerk? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/what-is-it-really-like-to-be-a-judicial-clerk/) Expand Your Options: An Exploration of the Different Types of Federal and State Clerkship Options (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/expand-your-options-an-exploration-of-the-different-types-of-federal-clerkship-and-state-clerkship-options/) CareerDicta: Career Help for Lawyers and Law Students (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/career-help/) Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-176-talking-judicial-clerkships-with-kelsey-russell/)   If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we’re talking about setting your priorities in law school when you're overwhelmed by your to-do list. This is the time in the semester when things get really busy and overwhelming, so tune in to find out how to tame your to-do list and get the most important stuff done. In this episode, we discuss: The two biggest mistakes law students make – prioritizing the urgent over the important and neglecting self-care What the difference is between urgent and important tasks on your to-do list and how to prioritize them (HINT: ROI – return on investment) Three don’ts – don’t skip class; don’t over-prioritize certain tasks; and don’t forget self-care Why it’s ok to leave something on the table; you might not finish 100% of your reading or brief every case, and that's okay Self-care – make sure you’re sleeping, eating well, spending some time with loved ones outside of law school, and exercising RESOURCES: Podcast Episode 88: Self-Care Tips for Keeping Your Mojo in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-88-self-care-tips-for-keeping-your-mojo-in-law-school/) Save Time by Book Briefing Your Cases (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/save-time-by-book-briefing-your-cases/) Podcast Episode 12: Resume and Cover Letter Basics (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-12-resume-cover-letter-basics/) Podcast Episode 167: Do You Have to Join a Study Group in Law School? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-167-do-you-have-to-join-a-study-group-in-law-school/) Six Ways to Make Time to Exercise in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/6-ways-make-time-exercise-law-school/) HuffPost: Sacrificing Sleep for Study Time Doesn’t Make the Grade (https://www.huffpost.com/entry/students-sleep_b_1862002) Parenting in Law School: Surviving Your 1L Year While Raising a Family (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-kids-surviving-1l-year-raising-family/) How to Organize Your To Do List in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-organize-your-to-do-list-in-law-school/) Ahead of the Curve: Time Management – The Value of Valuable Work Throughout the Semester (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/ahead-of-the-curve-time-management-the-value-of-valuable-work-throughout-the-semester/) Podcast Episode 20: The Exam Countdown – One Month and Counting! (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-20-exam-countdown-one-month-counting/) Five Techniques for Using Deep Work to Excel in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/five-techniques-for-using-deep-work-to-excel-in-law-school/) NALP – National Association of Legal Professionals, Inc. (https://www.nalp.org) You are What You Eat! Eating Well in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/you-are-what-you-eat-eating-well-in-law-school/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/LST-Ep-169-Setting-Priorities-in-Law-School.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with ex-BigLaw recruiter, Sadie Jones, about what to do if OCI didn't go as planned, and you didn't end up with a summer associate offer for your 2L summer. All is not lost! In this episode, we discuss: Whether you can get a BigLaw summer associate position if you don’t get one through OCI Can you ask for feedback from the firm – officially or even unofficially – as to why you didn’t get an offer? Taking a long hard look at the potential deficiencies in your application – is it your grades? Your interview skills? Fix them and try again! Is this a blessing in disguise? How to use this as a growth opportunity or as a second chance to really evaluate if BigLaw is where you want to be Talking to career services – they often get a bad rap but they’re the first one firms go to if they need to hire more summer associates Hustle – if you really want this, you’re going to have to work for it – network, make coffee dates, get creative At the end of the day – find some kind of legal job even if it’s unpaid RESOURCES: Podcast Episode 132: What’s BigLaw Really Like? (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-132-whats-biglaw-really-like-w-sadie-jones/) Podcast Episode 147: Top Summer Associate Mistakes and How to Fix Them (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-147-top-summer-associate-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them-w-sadie-jones/) CareerDicta Career Coaching (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/) Podcast Episode 126: How to Get People to Help with Your Job Search (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-126-get-people-help-job-search/) Trello (https://trello.com/home) Hey, Law Students: Here’s How You Network (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/hey-law-students-heres-how-you-network/) Say “Yes!” (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/say-yes/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LST-Ep-164-Post-OCI-No-Offer-w-Sadie.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're doing a recap of our top 10 law school survival episodes. Not necessarily the most popular ones on these topics, but the ones we think are the most useful! In this episode, we discuss: The best episodes for time and life management skills and strategies for productivity Tips for avoiding disasters in law school – both in the classroom and in your personal life The importance of mindset and how you can use it to succeed in law school How to build positive relationships with classmates, professors, and other mentors How to handle challenges in law school – from seeking accommodations when warranted to addressing mental health issues, including anxiety and substance abuse RESOURCES: Podcast Episode 7: Time and Life Management Basics (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-7-time-life-management-basics/) Podcast Episode 134: Strategies for Maximum Personal Productivity (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-134-strategies-for-maximum-personal-productivity/) Podcast Episode 14: Avoiding Disasters in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-14-avoiding-disasters-law-school/) Podcast Episode 1: Mindset – The Key to Success in Law School? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-1-mindset-key-success-law-school/) Podcast Episode 110: Revisiting Mindset (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-110-revisiting-mindset/) Podcast Episode 130: How to Make Difficult Decisions in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-130-how-to-make-difficult-decisions-in-law-school/) Podcast Episode 107: How to Build Positive Relationships in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-107-how-to-build-positive-relationships-in-law-school/) Podcast Episode 59: Conquering Loneliness in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-49-conquering-loneliness-in-law-school/) Podcast Episode 72: Seeking Accommodations in Law School and on the Bar Exam (w/Dr. Jared Maloff) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-72-seeking-accommodations-law-school-bar-exam/) Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast Episode 2: Accommodations for the Bar Exam (w/Dr. Jared Maloff) (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-2-accommodations-for-the-bar-exam-w-dr-jared-maloff/) Podcast Episode 123: Mental Health in Law School and the Legal Profession (w/Sarah Weinstein) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-123-mental-health-law-school-legal-profession-sarah-weinstein/) Podcast Episode 88: Self-care Tips for Keeping Your Mojo in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-88-self-care-tips-for-keeping-your-mojo-in-law-school/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/LST-Ep-160-Top-10-Surviving-Law-School-Podcast-Eps.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with Sadie Jones, an ex-BigLaw recruiter, about the top OCI mistakes to avoid – from the actual on-campus interviews through the callback process. This episode is chock full of good advice so you don’t want to miss it! In this episode, we discuss: Sadie tells us some of the biggest mistakes she remembers from her BigLaw recruiter days How to dress and how NOT to dress for BigLaw interviews Cardinal rule #1: NEVER be late! Interview tips for students who go straight from college to law school and for non-traditional students What you should know about the firm and your interviewers BEFORE you interview Advice on note taking during interviews, business cards, thank-you notes, and more! RESOURCES: Podcast Episode 3: Mastering the On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) Process (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-3-mastering-campus-interviewing-oci-process/) Fashionably Lawyered: How to Dress for a Law Interview or Internship on a Budget (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/fashionably-lawyered-how-to-dress-for-a-law-interview-or-internship-on-a-budget/) How to Prepare for OCI Interviews (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/prepare-oci-interviews/) Podcast Episode 4: Callback Tips for BigLaw Summer Associate Positions (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-4-callback-tips-biglaw-summer-associate-positions/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/LST-Ep-152-Top-OCI-Mistakes-to-Avoid-w-Sadie.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're counting down our top ten episodes for incoming 1Ls. This list is good listening for anyone, but especially for those getting ready to start law school in the fall. If law school's coming up soon, here are some episodes we recommend you check out! In this episode, we discuss: Money issues to think about before starting law school from negotiating scholarship offers (yes, you can do this!) and the realities of law school debt to creating a budget and what you should or should not buy before you start law school Ways to prepare for the transition to law school mentally and emotionally, as well as academically How to set yourself up for success BEFORE starting law school and how to survive your first month Why is law school so hard? Special concerns of non-traditional and first-generation law students RESOURCES: Podcast Episode 38: Can You Really Afford Law School? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-38-can-you-really-afford-law-school/) Podcast Episode 92: Top 1L Questions: The Money Edition (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-92-top-1l-questions-money-edition/) Podcast Episode 104: Law School Essentials – What to Buy (and Not to Buy) Beforehand (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-104-law-school-essentials-what-to-buy-and-not-to-buy-beforehand/) Podcast Episode 43: Getting Mentally Prepared to Start Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-43-getting-mentally-prepared-to-start-law-school/) Podcast Episode 89: The Leap from Undergrad to Law School (w/Keri Clapp) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-89-the-leap-from-undergrad-to-law-school-with-keri-clapp/) Law School Toolbox Tutors (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/meet-law-school-toolbox-tutors/) Podcast Episode 40: Preparing for Your First Semester of Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-40-preparing-for-your-first-semester-of-law-school/) Podcast Episode 56: Getting off to a Smart Start in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-56-get-smart-start-law-school/) Podcast Episode 2: Why is Law School Hard? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-2-law-school-hard/) Podcast Episode 98: Top 1L Questions: Non-Traditional Law Students (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-98-top-1l-questions-non-traditional-law-students/) Podcast Episode 113: Life as a First-Generation College and Law Student (w/Shirlene Armstrong) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-113-life-first-generation-college-law-student-shirlene-armstrong/) Podcast Episode 60: 5 Tips for Surviving the First Month of Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-60-5-tips-surviving-first-month-law-school/) Start Law School Right Course (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/LST-Ep-151-Top-10-Podcast-Episodes-for-Incoming-1Ls.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter to make sure you never miss an episode!  Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking about getting your finances in order for (and during) law school, because this can be a very challenging aspect of the law school experience.  And thanks to Warby Parker, maker of extremely reasonably priced and convenient prescription glasses, for sponsoring this episode! In this episode, we discuss: Why is money stuff so challenging in law school? Some tips on how to make smart financial decisions while in law school – from smaller things like taking advantage of free or discounted services at your school to big things like being a part-time student Ways to save money on the necessities of life Why to create a budget and resources that make it easier to make a realistic budget and stick to it Some real talk on the realities of student loan repayment (HINT: this is NOT free money) RESOURCES: Podcast Episode 38: Can You Really Afford Law School? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-38-can-you-really-afford-law-school/) Ahead of the Curve: How to Save Money When Starting Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/ahead-of-the-curve-how-to-save-money-when-starting-law-school/) Everything You Need to Know About Law School Scholarships (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/everything-need-know-law-school-scholarships/) Ahead of the Curve: Take the Money or Take the Gamble? Should a Scholarship Determine Which Law School You Attend? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/ahead-of-the-curve-take-the-money-or-take-a-gamble-should-a-scholarship-determine-which-law-school-i-attend/) Meal Plan Services for the Hangry, Busy, and Thrifty Law Student (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/meal-plan-services-for-the-hangry-busy-and-thrifty-law-student/) Warby Parker (https://www.warbyparker.com/lawschooltoolbox) You Need a Budget Landing Page (https://www.youneedabudget.com/landing/law-school-toolbox/) Boston University School of Law: Budgeting 101 During Law School (https://www.bu.edu/law/current-students/financial-aid/financial-planning/budgeting/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/LST-Ep-149-Saving-Money-in-Law-School.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter to make sure you never miss an episode!  Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're talking about handling toxicity in law school – whether it's bad behavior from your classmates or overbearing expectations from other people, including your parents, professors, friends, or even yourself. In this episode, we discuss: Common sources of toxic behavior in law school – your parents, professors, classmates, and sometimes your friends Consequences of too much toxicity – burn out, depression, and even substance abuse How to handle the toxic behavior and its consequences and some possible resources to help you Why one of the biggest sources of toxicity can be your own self-sabotaging behavior. We talk about how to identify it and give you some tips to deal with it. RESOURCES: Podcast Episode 1: Mindset - The Key to Success in Law School? (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-1-mindset-key-success-law-school/) For Parents: Helping Your Law Student Get off to the Right Start (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/for-parents-helping-your-law-student-get-off-to-the-right-start/) Podcast Episode 123: Mental Health in Law School and the Legal Profession (with Sarah Weinstein) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-123-mental-health-law-school-legal-profession-sarah-weinstein/) Let’s Talk about Sleep (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/lets-talk-about-sleep/) Five Myths about the Law School Study Group (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/five-myths-about-the-law-school-study-group/) Podcast Episode 63: Dealing with Self-Sabotaging Behavior in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-63-dealing-self-sabotaging-behavior-law-school/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/LST-Ep-148-Toxicity-in-Law-School.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome to the Law School Toolbox Podcast. Today, we're talking about what it's actually like to work in BigLaw, with ex-BigLaw recruiter, Sadie Jones. It’s generally accepted that in BigLaw, you’re expected to bill a ton of hours and work long nights in exchange for a hefty paycheck, but is that all there is to it? Learn more of the nuanced ins-and-outs of life working in a large law firm. In this episode, we discuss: The BigLaw hierarchy, and your chances of making partner The type of work and the type of client you can expect to encounter The BigLaw hiring process Typical work assignments for junior associates How many hours are you really expected to bill/work? Bonuses: Show me the money! What does partnership really require? Expectations for business development Some common pitfalls of BigLaw life Resources: Podcast Episode 105: OCI Basics with an ex-BigLaw Recruiter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-105-oci-basics-ex-biglaw-recruiter/) Podcast Episode 130: How to Make Difficult Decisions in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-130-how-to-make-difficult-decisions-in-law-school/) Podcast Episode 131: Thinking Ahead About the Future (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-131-thinking-ahead-about-the-future/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Episode-132-Whats-It-Like-to-Work-in-BigLaw-with-Sadie-Jones.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome to the Law School Toolbox Podcast! Today, we're talking about thinking about the future and long-term goal setting in law school. Many people in their 30s and 40s look at their lives and wonder how they got there. Though it might seem far off when you’re in your 20s, it’s never too early to start thinking about what you might want your life to look like in the future, and to make the personal and career choices most likely to make that future a reality, or at least a possibility. In this episode, we discuss: Determining the kind of work environment you want to work in What's important to have time for in your personal life? Factors to consider if you have or want to have a family How your debt load can control your options and how to avoid the golden handcuffs Learning from your past employment to make better choices for the future The importance of educating yourself on these matters so you make informed choices Resources: Podcast Episode 96: How to Rapidly Pay off Law School Debt (with guest Financial Panther) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-96-how-to-rapidly-pay-off-law-school-debt-with-guest-financial-panther/) YouNeedABudget.com (https://www.youneedabudget.com/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Episode-131-Thinking-About-the-Future.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes  (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome to the Law School Toolbox Podcast! Today, we have guest Sadie Jones, an ex-BigLaw recruiter, here to talk about some resume no-gos: all those things that you should never do on your resume. Sadie has seen a lot of resumes, for different positions, from a variety of candidates, and at a diverse collection of law firms. She’s got lots of valuable insights on things to avoid in your resume, so before you apply for that job, tune in! In this episode, we discuss: Basic organization and formatting – length and consistency matter! Jobs that should be left off your employment history Managing a break in employment Associations and affiliations you should leave off Being able to talk about anything and everything you include in your resume Making your resume relevant to the position you are applying for Resources: Podcast Episode 111: Resumes and Cover Letters (with an Ex-Biglaw Recruiter) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-111-resumes-cover-letters-ex-biglaw-recruiter/) Podcast Episode 120: Preparing for the 1L Job Hunt (with Ex-Biglaw Recruiter Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-120-preparing-1l-job-hunt-ex-biglaw-recruiter-sadie-jones/) Podcast Episode 126: How to Get People to Help with Your Job Search (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-126-get-people-help-job-search/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Episode-127-Resume-No-Gos.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes  (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Your chances of doing even a 60-unit multifamily deal on your own—with no track record—are very slim. Even with the capital and the knowledge, if you are lacking in the reputation department, brokers will have no confidence in your ability to close. Enter Nighthawk Equity, my partnership with Mark Kenney. You bring the deals, and Nighthawk does the rest.   Mark has been investing in real estate since he graduated from Michigan State 23 years ago, partnering with his twin brother to buy and rehab a $36K duplex. He continued to pursue small deals and flips during his career as a CPA and consultant for KPMD. Eventually, he started his own IT company. The business thrived, but 80-hour weeks and extensive travel translated to suffering in his personal life. With his marriage in trouble, Mark made the decision to take a huge pay cut, hand off the big projects to someone else, and pursue real estate investing full-time. With the support of his family, Mark spent nearly a year securing his first big multifamily deal, a 64-unit building in Dallas. Adhering to the ‘law of the first deal,' his second and third deals followed right away. In four years, Mark has purchased 2,000 units and raised tens of millions in capital. Today, Mark shares the process of working with Nighthawk Equity to secure a deal, explaining how we came to join forces, the response to Nighthawk, and the right time to get Nighthawk involved in your deal. Listen in to understand the mission of Nighthawk Equity, and how the firm also supports passive investors looking for a solid ROI. Key Takeaways  [2:36] How Mark got started with real estate Didn't have much money growing up Knew real estate was tangible Bought $36K duplex right out of college (with brother) Used money saved over years for down payment Full rehab Continued to buy, rehab small multifamily properties [5:13] Mark's decision to become a full-time real estate investor Worked as CPA, then consultant for KPMD Founded successful IT company Working 80 hours/week, projects all over world Personal life and health falling apart Decided to quit four years ago Took huge pay cut, turned projects over [7:16] Mark's first syndicated multifamily deal (64 units) Took nearly a year to secure deal (build relationships, team) Raised $1M with one general partner, 14 other investors  [9:44] The deals that followed in rapid succession after the first 208-unit within two months 255-unit, 454-unit and 344-unit within short period after that Found partner with track record, relationships in Atlanta 800 units in Atlanta this year alone Raising money easier as well ($2.8M, $6.2M, $4M) [11:30] The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people Mark's dad talked him out of buying early on Risk involved in anything you do Listen to wrong people, never do deal [12:46] Michael and Mark's partnership Joined forces to scale transactional side of business Chances of doing deal on your own very slim Leverage their track record, reputation as partners [14:51] The response to Nighthawk Equity Looking for deals as syndicators ‘Floodgates opened' after Episode 74 Deals in OKC, Dallas, Memphis and Houston Nighthawk diminishes fear of raising capital [17:47] The process of working with Mark and Michael Do initial underwriting, receive feedback Coach qualifies (realities of assumptions) Patrick reviews deal Strong likelihood deal will work before gets to Mark [18:52] The right time to get Nighthawk involved After deal analyzed, researched properly After pre-negotiation (verbal agreement, numbers discussed) Before LOI Before contract signed [20:44] The future of Nighthawk Help new investors alter mindset (i.e.: 69- to 321-unit in five months) Continue to pursue joint ventures with students Carry on mission to help others gain financial freedom [24:44] Mark's pitch to passive investors re: multifamily Meets basic need, never going away Incredible ROI Performed well during recession (.4% default rate) Tax benefits (pay little/nothing due to depreciation) Connect with Mark Kenney Think Multifamily Email: mark@thinkmultifamily.com Nighthawk Equity  Resources Podcast Episode 74 Partner with Michael Invest with Michael Financial Freedom Summit Wait List Free eBook: The Secret to Raising Money to Buy Your First Apartment Building Review the Podcast on iTunes

Welcome to the Law School Toolbox Podcast! Today, we’re talking about a subject no one likes to think about: midterms. Law school midterms are becoming more and more common, especially for 1Ls. If you’re a 1L, this will be the first time you stare down the barrel of a law school exam – and get a grade, which can be intimidating! Tune in while Lee and Alison discuss what you need to know about law school midterms. In this episode, we discuss: The value of midterm exams for students How seriously should you take midterms? Types of midterm exams you might see How to prepare, and resources you can turn to for help The significance of a midterm grade, whether you did really well, or not so well Resources: Podcast Episode 22: Take an Exam with Us (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-22-take-exam-us/) What Your Law School Midterms Can Tell You (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-midterms-can-tell/) Help! Midterms are Coming! (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/help-midterms-are-coming/) The 3 Stages of a 1L Midterm (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/the-3-stages-of-a-1l-midterm/) How to Prepare for Midterm Season in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-prepare-for-midterm-season-in-law-school/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript  (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Episode-117-Surviving-Midterms.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes  (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Today, we’re talking with a former law firm recruiter about the basics of OCI, or on-campus interviewing. OCI is the process by which most large law firms, and some medium-sized law firms and public interest organizations recruit their summer associates and hire full-time lawyers. There are many steps to the process, and it is time-consuming and can be energetically draining, so we’re discussing what you can expect and how you can put your best foot forward with an experienced BigLaw recruiter. If you’re planning to participate in your school’s OCI program, tune in! In this episode, we discuss: What a summer associate position is, and why they are highly sought after The basic process of initial interviews and callback interviews Strategically bidding for an interview What law firms are really looking for How to prepare for an initial interview, what to expect, and what to wear Callback logistics: What happens in a callback interview? What if you have to travel? How should geography play into your interviewing decisions? Factors to consider when selecting an offer How to ensure you DON’T get an offer Resources: Podcast Episode 3: Mastering the On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) Process (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-3-mastering-campus-interviewing-oci-process/) Podcast Episode 4: Callback Tips for BigLaw Summer Associate Positions (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-4-callback-tips-biglaw-summer-associate-positions/) Podcast Episode 55: An Overview of BigLaw On-Campus Interviewing (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-55-overview-biglaw-campus-interviewing-oci/) Podcast Episode 85: Surviving as a Summer Associate and New Firm Lawyer (with Grover Cleveland) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-85-surviving-summer-associate-new-firm-lawyer-grover-cleveland/) Ahead of the Curve: What are BigLaw Recruiters Really Looking For? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/ahead-of-the-curve-what-are-big-law-recruiters-really-looking-for/) How to Prepare for OCI Interviews (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/prepare-oci-interviews/) Dressing Like a Lawyer on a Student’s Budget (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/dressing-like-lawyer-students-budget/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript  (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Episode-105-OCI-Basics-with-Law-Firm-Recruiter-Sadie-Jones.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes  (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back! Today we're talking with Sara O'Connor, one of our law school tutors, about setting yourself up for success in your mock trial class and/or competition team. Mock trial is not required, but it can be very rewarding and provide great experience for your future legal career. In this episode, we discuss: How to earn a spot on a competitive mock trial course or team What you can expect to learn in your mock trial course Preparing for a mock trial competition The events of the competition itself and how to be successful – stay calm! How the scoring system works and what you’ll be judged on Resources: Podcast Episode 27: Job Interview Basics (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-27-job-interview-basics/) Active vs. Passive Listening in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/active-vs-passive-learning-law-school/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript  (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Episode-103-Setting-Yourself-Up-to-be-a-Mock-Trial-Rockstar.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes  (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back! Today, we’re talking with Ashley Matthews, Program Manager for Law School Engagement and Advocacy at Equal Justice Works, about preparing for a career in public interest work. Public interest is a competitive field to break into, and it comes with its own unique set of challenges. If you’ve decided you want to pursue a career in public interest law, this episode is a must-listen! In this episode, we discuss: The challenges facing people who seek a career in public interest law Options for managing student loan debt for people in public interest careers Competitiveness in the public interest field What public interest employers are looking for Programs offered by Equal Justice Works for law students, recent grads, and more experienced lawyers The current controversy over validity of student loan forgiveness program approval letters The future of loan forgiveness and assistance programs Which law schools have LRAPs, and how to start one at your law school Resources: Podcast Episode 38: Can You Really Afford Law School? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-38-can-you-really-afford-law-school/) Equal Justice Works Fellowships (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/post-grad/equal-justice-works-fellowships) Equal Justice Works Rural Summer Legal Corps Program (https://rurallegalcorps.org/) Equal Justice Works AmeriCorps JD (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/law-school/americorpsjd) Podcast Episode 92: Top 1L Questions: The Money Edition (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-92-top-1l-questions-money-edition/) Podcast Episode 96: How to Rapidly Pay Off Law School Debt (with Guest Financial Panther) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-96-how-to-rapidly-pay-off-law-school-debt-with-guest-financial-panther/) Equal Justice Works Free Student Debt Webinars (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/webinars) Cowley, Stacy. “Student Loan Forgiveness Program Approval Letters May Be Invalid, Education Dept. Says.” N.Y. Times, Mar. 30, 2017. (https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/30/business/student-loan-forgiveness-program-lawsuit.html) John R. Justice Student Loan Repayment Program (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/resources/student-debt-relief/John-R-Justice-Student-Loan-Repayment-Program) Law School LRAPs (http://equaljusticeworks.org/schoollraps) How to Get to Know Your Professors in Law School (http://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/05/how-to-get-to-know-your-professors-in-law-school/) Equal Justice Works 2017 Conference and Career Fair (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/law-school/conference-and-careerfair) Equal Justice Works on Twitter (https://twitter.com/ejw_students) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript  (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Episode-101-Preparing-for-a-career-in-public-interest-with-EJW.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes  (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back! Today is a very special day for all of us here at the Law School Toolbox - we are celebrating our 100th podcast episode! When we first started publishing podcasts, we weren’t sure how it would go, but now, we're so humbled by the number of downloads and listeners we have each month. So, our sincerest thanks to all of you! Join us for a look back at our most popular (and most underappreciated) episodes. In this episode, we discuss: The top 10 most popular podcast episodes Lee and Alison’s favorite, but underappreciated, episodes Highlights from each episode and why we feel they are significant Resources: Podcast Episode 51: The Characters You’ll Meet in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-51-characters-youll-meet-law-school/) Podcast Episode 7: Time and Life Management Basics (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-7-time-life-management-basics/) Deep Work, by Cal Newport (https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Work-Focused-Success-Distracted-ebook/dp/B00X47ZVXM) Podcast Episode 56: Getting Off to a Smart Start in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-56-get-smart-start-law-school/) Podcast Episode 11: Legal Writing 101 (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-11-legal-writing-101/) Podcast Episode 65: How to Make a Useful Law School Outline (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-65-make-a-useful-law-school-outline/) Podcast Episode 60: Five Tips for Surviving the First Month of Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-60-5-tips-surviving-first-month-law-school/) Podcast Episode 83: Lawyers in Action – The Airport Immigration Crisis (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-83-lawyers-in-action-the-immigration-crisis/) Podcast Episode 8: Law School 101 for 1Ls (What Not to Do) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-8-law-school-101-1ls-not/) Introduction to the Law School Toolbox Podcast (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/introduction-law-school-toolbox-podcast/) Podcast Episode 2: Why Is Law School Hard? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-2-law-school-hard/) Podcast Episode 1: Mindset: The Key to Success in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-1-mindset-key-success-law-school/) Podcast Episode 22: Take an Exam with Us (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-22-take-exam-us/) Law School Toolbox Podcast - Complete List (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-toolbox-podcast-complete-list/) Podcast Episode 72: Seeking Accommodations in Law School and on the Bar Exam (with Dr. Jared Maloff) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-72-seeking-accommodations-law-school-bar-exam/) Courses for Law School Success (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/courses-for-law-school-success/) Tutoring for Law School Success (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/tutoring-for-law-school-success/) Bar Exam Tutoring (http://barexamtoolbox.com/private-bar-exam-tutoring/) Bar Exam Workshops and Courses (http://barexamtoolbox.com/bar-exam-workshops-and-courses/) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript  (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Episode-100-100th-Podcast-Anniversary_Top-10-Podcasts-1.pdf) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes  (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back! Today, we’re talking with Keri Clapp, professor and tutor for the Law School Toolbox and Bar Exam Toolbox, about important considerations to keep in mind as you make the transition from undergrad to law school. Keri, who teaches at both the undergraduate and law school level, offers her unique perspective to help us bring to light the key differences so you know what’s in store. In this episode, we discuss: Differences between undergrad and law school teaching methods, course materials, and study habits How struggling with the material is normal and part of the learning process What it means to “think like a lawyer” Overcoming the initial resistance to, and awkwardness of, legal writing Understanding social and lifestyle differences Informational interviews and other ways to get a taste for what it’s really like to be a law student and a lawyer before you take the plunge The importance of knowing yourself and your learning style Resources: Podcast Episode 1: Mindset – The Key to Success in Law School? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-1-mindset-key-success-law-school/) Podcast Episode 43: Getting Mentally Prepared to Start Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-43-getting-mentally-prepared-to-start-law-school/) Podcast Episode 7: Time and Life Management Basics (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-7-time-life-management-basics/) Podcast Episode 17: Where to Get Help in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-17-get-help-law-school/) Podcast Episode 2: Why Is Law School Hard? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-2-law-school-hard/) Ginsberg, Ruth Bader. My Own Words. New York: Simon & Schuster, 2016. (https://www.amazon.com/Own-Words-Ruth-Bader-Ginsburg/dp/150114524X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1489105437&sr=8-1&keywords=ruth+bader+ginsburg) Toobin, Jeffrey. The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court. New York: Anchor Books, 2008. (https://www.amazon.com/Nine-Inside-Secret-World-Supreme/dp/1400096790/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1400096790&pd_rd_r=ZCXNXN9MR4ZHAJH5PW0X&pd_rd_w=WnS6D&pd_rd_wg=Z1Jcw&psc=1&refRID=ZCXNXN9MR4ZHAJH5PW0X) Vance, J.D. Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis. New York: HarperCollins Publishers, 2016. (https://www.amazon.com/Hillbilly-Elegy-Memoir-Family-Culture/dp/0062300547/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1489027830&sr=1-1&keywords=hillbilly+elegy) Woodward, Bob. The Brethren: Inside the Supreme Court. New York: Simon & Schuster, 2005. (https://www.amazon.com/Brethren-Inside-Supreme-Court/dp/0743274024) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back! Today, let's take a break, and talk about self-care strategies to keep your mojo strong as a law student. Law school is stressful enough on a good day, and, with everything going on in the world, global anxiety is at an all-time high. This combo is leading to a lot of stressed out, anxious law students! If this is you, we've got some strategies and advice to keep things from spinning out of control. In this episode, we discuss: - Simple self-care and why it’s so important! - Scheduling time to “check in” with yourself - How to unplug from technology and reboot - Understanding your “Sphere of Control” - Balancing law school and maintaining focus in a tumultuous political environment - Remembering the big picture and finding perspective Resources: • Podcast Episode 1: Mindset – The Key to Success in Law School? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-1-mindset-key-success-law-school/) • Podcast Episode 43: Getting Mentally Prepared to Start Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-43-getting-mentally-prepared-to-start-law-school/) • Podcast Episode 15: The October Freakout (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-15-october-freakout/) • Podcast Episode 7: Time and Life Management Basics (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-7-time-life-management-basics/) • Podcast Episode 17: Where to Get Help in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-17-get-help-law-school/) • Podcast Episode 2: Why Is Law School Hard? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-2-law-school-hard/) • Jain, Renee. “Teach your Child this Crucial Life Lesson (Challenge #2: Sphere of Control).” Huffington Post, Feb 21, 2017. (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/teach-your-child-this-crucial-life-lesson-challenge_us_5898a6fde4b0985224db578e) • Ginsberg, Ruth Bader. My Own Words. New York: Simon & Schuster, 2016. (https://www.amazon.com/Own-Words-Ruth-Bader-Ginsburg/dp/150114524X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1489105437&sr=8-1&keywords=ruth+bader+ginsburg) Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (or your listening platform of choice). And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). And if you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we’re talking about how to figure out what type of law to practice. There are more options than most people realize, and your career happiness and success can ride on these decisions, so it’s important to think beyond “litigation or corporate.” Ideally, you’ll find something that uses your unique skills, interests, and background to set yourself apart from the pack. Tune in for ideas on how to decide what's the best fit for you! In this episode we discuss: The different types of law that exist beyond just litigation and corporate work How you can learn what each type of lawyer does Alison and Lee share their experience with different practice areas Should you specialize? Why internships and externships can help you decide what type of law to practice Questions you can ask yourself to decide which type of law is the best fit for you How to test the waters and find out if a certain type of law is a good fit The importance of thinking about your career options early How to use your own unique skills, traits, and background to your advantage Resources Podcast Episode 5: Maintaining Authenticity in the Legal Profession (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-5-maintaining-authenticity-legal-profession/) Podcast Episode 58: Non-Profit Law and Social Entrepreneurship (with Guest Adrian Tirtanadi of Bayview Hunters Point Community Legal) (http://lawschooltoolbox.libsyn.com/058-non-profit-law-and-social-entrepreneurship-with-guest-adrian-tirtanadi-of-bayview-hunters-point-community-legal) Do You Want a BigLaw Job? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/do-you-want-a-biglaw-job/)  Podcast Episode 66 - Tips for a Successful Law School Internship or Externship (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-66-tips-successful-law-school-internship-externship/) Thinking of Becoming a Solo Practitioner (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/thinking-of-becoming-a-solo-practitioner/) What Does Your Personality Test Say About Your Career (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/what-does-your-personality-test-really-say-about-your-career/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee