On this episode, I'm addressing the most common excuse given for why women aren't succeeding at the rate of men in the legal profession—because they have children. I'm not buying it and I let you know why on today's show! IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Why we see fewer women in the top roles, such as equity partners and GC's </li> <li class="li1">How even women without children aren't fairing well compared to their male counterparts </li> <li class="li1">What I believe are the real reasons why we're not making progress in the area of retention and promotion </li> <li class="li1">The role of unconscious bias </li> <li class="li1">How unhealthy demands on attorneys are affecting the industry </li> <li class="li1">How and why law firms aren't thinking like businesses </li> <li class="li1">Why we NEED to have uncomfortable conversations</li> </ul> Get full show notes and more information here: <a href= "http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/4" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/4</a>

On this episode, I'm addressing the most common excuse given for why women aren't succeeding at the rate of men in the legal profession—because they have children. I'm not buying it and I let you know why on today's show! IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: Why we see fewer women in the top roles, such as equity partners and GC's How even women without children aren't fairing well compared to their male counterparts What I believe are the real reasons why we're not making progress in the area of retention and promotion The role of unconscious bias How unhealthy demands on attorneys are affecting the industry How and why law firms aren't thinking like businesses Why we NEED to have uncomfortable conversations Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/4

On this episode, I'm addressing the most common excuse given for why women aren't succeeding at the rate of men in the legal profession—because they have children. I'm not buying it and I let you know why on today's show! IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: <ul> <li>Why we see fewer women in the top roles, such as equity partners and GC's </li> <li>How even women without children aren't fairing well compared to their male counterparts </li> <li>What I believe are the real reasons why we're not making progress in the area of retention and promotion </li> <li>The role of unconscious bias </li> <li>How unhealthy demands on attorneys are affecting the industry </li> <li>How and why law firms aren't thinking like businesses </li> <li>Why we NEED to have uncomfortable conversations</li> </ul> Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/4" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/4</a>

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Heather Hubbard is a former high-powered attorney turned entrepreneur and online personality. A fierce advocate of helping women and underrepresented individuals rise within their respective industries, Heather is known for her blunt and direct "real talk", practical solutions, and sense of humor. In her weekly podcast, Hustle & Flow, she covers topics every smart woman wants to know about. From careers, business, politics, and social justice to Botox, tarot cards, Taylor Swift + Travis Kelce, and other pop-culture topics, Heather will have you laughing, learning, and chasing just as much joy as professional success. Fun facts: Heather has walked the Grammy red carpet multiple times and has worked with many television, film, and music celebrities. She's been featured in Forbes, NBC, Business Insider, GRAMMY Magazine, and more. She was named one of Nashville's 40 Under 40 and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America, SuperLawyers, and Managing IP Stars. Heather lives in Nashville with her husband and cats Tomcat Brady, Taylor, and Karma. She loves traveling, singing, dancing, painting, stand-up comedy, interior decorating, trading stocks, and fighting for what's right (she's got her work cut out for her in Tennessee).

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Heather Hubbard is a former high-powered attorney turned entrepreneur and online personality. A fierce advocate of helping women and underrepresented individuals rise within their respective industries, Heather is known for her blunt and direct "real talk", practical solutions, and sense of humor. In her weekly podcast, Hustle &amp; Flow, she covers topics every smart woman wants to know about. From careers, business, politics, and social justice to Botox, tarot cards, Taylor Swift + Travis Kelce, and other pop-culture topics, Heather will have you laughing, learning, and chasing just as much joy as professional success. Fun facts: Heather has walked the Grammy red carpet multiple times and has worked with many television, film, and music celebrities. She's been featured in Forbes, NBC, Business Insider, GRAMMY Magazine, and more. She was named one of Nashville's 40 Under 40 and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America, SuperLawyers, and Managing IP Stars. Heather lives in Nashville with her husband and cats Tomcat Brady, Taylor, and Karma. She loves traveling, singing, dancing, painting, stand-up comedy, interior decorating, trading stocks, and fighting for what's right (she's got her work cut out for her in Tennessee).

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