Discover how to “Love Your Leadership”, with Hakim Lakhdar from Lakhdar Coaching. Hakim shares how his unusual journey from Key West musician to Harvard Law educator to executive coach, shaped a simple truth: the way you show up daily is what builds trust, wins referrals, and creates five-star operations.

You’ll hear how to strengthen emotional intelligence, lead with authenticity, and build transparent cultures where lawyers and teams thrive. Hakim breaks down practical routines, self-audits, and mindset shifts that keep you calm, confident, and consistent in both your practice and life.

Key Topics

03:21 — Hakim shares how growing up abroad and performing in Key West shaped his coaching lens

04:14 — Discover how work in Central Asia revealed the power of professional coaching

04:47 — Learn how executive education at Harvard and Miami Law shaped his approach with attorneys

06:02 — Hear why focusing on “who you’re being while you work” matters more than doing more

06:59 — See why emotional intelligence is no longer a “soft skill” but a must-have for lawyers

10:02 — Get a no-judgment method to self-audit and increase self-awareness

12:08 — Understand how stripping away law school conditioning helps you lead authentically

14:04 — Compare two similar firms and learn how operations create dramatically different results

14:43 — Discover how transparency and open communication strengthen culture and execution

19:07 — Hakim explains how honest self-check-ins guide career pivots and keep leadership aligned

20:59 — Hear how early sensitivity became a leadership superpower with the right channel

22:59 — Learn how personality frameworks like DISC and animal types help teams work better together

24:51 — Explore Hakim’s “why” and what it means to truly love your leadership

26:38 — See how AI tools like Fathom and ChatGPT support focus and productivity

29:15 — Find out how morning routines, fitness, and wellness practices protect long-term energy

31:01 — Discover books that reshape money mindset and client value in entrepreneurship

32:40 — Hear which podcasts and thought-provoking content Hakim values for growth

33:43 — Learn why referrals to coaching are best viewed as a gift, not criticism

Resources Mentioned

• Fathom AI Notetaker – https://fathom.video
• ChatGPT – https://openai.com

Books

• Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg - https://a.co/d/2P5Daau
• Taking Flight! by Merrick Rosenberg & Daniel Silvert  - https://a.co/d/cv18oBe
• Love Money, Money Loves You by Sarah McCrum - https://a.co/d/iFM9s0y
• The Law of Divine Compensation by Marianne Williamson - https://a.co/d/bWzfF06 

Podcasts

• Coaches Rising – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaches-rising/id1144203613
• Live Into Your Brilliance – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-into-your-brilliance/id1695544209

About our Guest:

Hakim helps leaders uncover the unseen patterns blocking their success so they can lead with authenticity, courage, and clarity. For over 15 years, he has guided entrepreneurs, executives, and high performers worldwide—from directing high-profile programs at Harvard Law School to serving with the American Bar Association in Washington, D.C., Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, to coaching leaders across industries. As host of the Access Your Leadership podcast, Hakim shares powerful stories of transformation and practical strategies for mastering self-leadership, navigating career transitions, and overcoming leadership challenges. A devoted husband and proud father to identical twin boys, Hakim believes leadership is deeply personal—because it’s not just about what you do, but who you are being.

https://lakhdarcoaching.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakimlakhdar/ 

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0907thUNk2ZNZ9V08W8Xth?si=7330def6c2dc4e7c 

About Jay Berkowitz:

Jay Berkowitz is a best-selling author and popular keynote speaker. Mr. Berkowitz managed marketing departments at: Coca-Cola, Sprint and McDonald's Restaurants, and he is the Founder and CEO of Ten Golden Rules,  a digital marketing agency specialized in working with attorneys.

Mr. Berkowitz is the author of Advanced Internet Marketing for Law Firms, The Ten Golden Rules of Online Marketing and 10 Free Internet Marketing Strategies that went to #1 on Amazon.  He is the host of the Ten Golden Rules of Internet Marketing Webinar and Podcast. He has been profiled by the Wall Street Journal, The Business Journals and FOX Business TV.

Mr. Berkowitz was selected for membership as a TITAN for Elite Digital Marketing Agencies, he is the recipient of a SOFIE Award for Most Effective use of Emerging Media, and a Special BERNAY’s Award.

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