Hustle & Flow

On today's episode, I'll be revisiting the topic of partnerships, and digging deeper by revealing the five traps that partners can find themselves in.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• What different types of partnerships exist
• The advantages and disadvantages in asking to be a service partner
• How to handle the situation if you don't have enough billable hours
• Why it's so important to determine where your focus is – and what area not to forget about
• Why you'll need to get to know the rules and politics of your firm

• You not only need to build relationships with other attorneys, but with these people…

LINKS:

http://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/2018plan

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/45

Would you like to improve the quality of your life, by better managing your time? Who wouldn't! You're going to have to set expectations for yourself (and others) though, and in this episode, I'll be sharing my tips and strategies for doing so.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• What happens when lawyers allow clients and others to hijack their days!
• How knowing what time of day you perform the best will allow you to create the best schedule possible for you…
• What you can do to manage your phone calls and email responses and how this can literally change your day
• The importance of having true "business hours" – and what you can't afford to not have in your schedule

LINKS:

http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/how-to-take-back-your-day/ *Episode 3

http://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/2018plan

https://www.box.com

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/44

Have you ever made the decision to change jobs, yet found that you're getting no feedback on the job openings that you've applied for? In this Listener Q&A episode, I share my behind-the-scenes experiences from when I've made career moves. By doing so, I hope that I can help someone in a similar situation.

Things you will earn in this episode:

• How playing the comparison game won't serve you when making decisions about your own career
• My own experiences from working at a boutique firm

• Why you should give yourself a year to find another job that best suits you and your career

• You tend to get what you focus on - mindset matters!
• The importance of being selective when applying to multiple jobs

LINKS:

http://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/2018plan

www.legalcareerclarity.com

http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/survey

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/43

On today's show I'm joined by Amy Gardner of Apochromatik, a company that provides professional coaching and consulting to firms, organization, and individuals. We're talking all about the importance of annual performance reviews, or APRs. Why should everybody be focusing on these reviews, and what are the habits that you can adopt that will get you ready for them? You'll find out in this episode of the podcast!

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/42

Have you ever felt like you were pushing too hard, and "running on empty?" On today's episode, I will be sharing with you how I was feeling recently, and why I took last week off for the podcast. If you struggle with navigating opportunities and putting yourself first, or you feel guilty when taking a much-needed break, know that you are not alone. Often what the little voices in our heads are saying is not even true and we need to recognize this, step back and take time off.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• What my travel policy had been - and why I had to change it

• The signs and symptoms that appeared and told me I was near my breaking point

• How I was able to pull myself together and the specific steps I took to take care of myself when I needed a break

• The way I handled my to-do list that allowed me to step back

• The reason I decided not to record that week

LINKS:

Life & Law Plan Online Workshop, Dec. 20th (https://heatherhubbard.samcart.com/products/2018-life--law-plan-online-workshop)

LifeandLawinBalance.com

http://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/time-management-tips-with-guest-cindy-sullivan/ (Episode #33)

http://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/why-saying-yes-means-saying-no/ (Episode #8)

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/41

Today I'm bringing you another Q & A episode where answer a question from a listener about career planning as a lawyer finishing university. Want to know how to take your career on a plausible path that is aligned with where you ultimately want to be? I'll be sharing my thoughts on how to pave your own way when you wish to get away from the "traditional" career path, how often you should move jobs and how important it is to stay honest with yourself during this process.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• If you should be looking for a job that is aligned with your career goal or just the best experience possible to add to your resume
• How I planned her own career path (despite what colleagues were telling me to do)
• The state of the job market now for a career in law and how it can influence your ultimate path
• When to "grin and bare it" and when to pave your own way
• The essential habit you need to implement early in your career
• How changing jobs often is perceived now and how it can influence your career path in today's market
• What to do when your employer doesn't value you as a hard worker and over-achiever

LINKS:

www.HeatherJoyHubbard.com * The Life and Law Blue Print

www.HustleAndFlowPodcast.com/survey *Listener's survey

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/40

With the holidays almost upon us and only a few months left of 2017, I've been hearing a lot of people saying they're kind of giving up for the rest of this year. If you haven't made the progress you would have liked to, don't worry! This podcast will show you how to finish strong by giving you the motivation and practical steps to make meaningful progress between now and December 31st.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• I give some sports psychology that you can apply to your own business this year
• Have you given yourself permission not to finish strong in previous years, and is this what is happening now?
• Grab a pen – you're going to review your goals and resolutions from earlier in the year and see what will make the most impact!
• How to create a goal map and identify key projects and tasks, as planning is key…

LINKS:

http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/goal-mapping/

http://hilt.harvard.edu/files/hilt/files/settinggoals.pdf

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/39

I'm so excited to share this recording of a recent presentation I co-presented at the L.A.W. symposium. Our topic was "Invisible Then Gone," and we spoke about how we can better support women of color in the legal profession. The feedback on that talk was so good that we really wanted to present it to you today as a podcast, so you too could listen.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• When it comes to issues with diversity, why much different thinking is going to be required
• Everyone has a role to play in this…
• How "Invisible then Gone" got its start, and what shocks me the most about it
• Why the concept of proximity is so important and how supporting something, in theory, isn't going to be enough
• What are microaggressions, some common examples and how we can become conscious of our own
• The reasons that continual learning on diversity is so critical

LINKS:

Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/38

You've probably heard of mastermind groups before, but what exactly are they, who are they for and how do you find one that is right for you? Today I'm sharing all about masterminds and how one can not only benefit you but also how you can add value to the group. As you'll hear, masterminds can push you in ways that you can't push yourself and take you to places you've never been before.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• The history of masterminds and what constitutes a good one
• The difference between formal and informal masterminds
• What mastermind contributors will need in order to add value
• What are "hot seats?"
• Why it is necessary to strategically choose mastermind members
• Remember – masterminds are not about selling your services!

LINKS:

https://www.zoom.us/

[email protected]

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/37

On today's show, my guest Jennifer Berson shares her journey as she transitioned from a lawyer to a PR professional and started her own business in the process. You'll hear Jennifer's advice on how you can pursue a branding and PR plan in order to get yourself seen as an expert, whether you're in the legal field or otherwise.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• How Jennifer intuitively knew about brands and marketing (and took the leap to pursue her passion)
• Why law just never felt like a career to her…
• Thinking about stepping away from your legal career? Here's what you can do!
• Do lawyers need PR and branding?
• How to start making yourself that trusted reliable resource that provides value to others

LINKS:

https://www.jenerationpr.com/

https://www.helpareporter.com/ *to sign up for free newsletter

https://www.jenerationacademy.com/ *For a FREE three-part training and Press Success program

Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/36