How often do you notice that voice in your head that tends to have an extremely negative narrative? Some people refer to it as negative self-talk, while others call it the inner critic. However you relate to this concept, chances are you've had at least a few interactions with yours.

Learn five strategies for making peace with your inner critic. Hear how your inner critic may be slowing you down, some of the ineffective ways we try to fix it, the skills required to make peace with your inner critic, and my top tips for embarking on a journey of getting to know your inner critic.

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What comes to mind for you when you think about networking? I've come across a number of lawyers and law students who have very different views about what networking entails. The truth is networking is relevant at all stages of your legal career, and I'm showing you how to navigate your next event with greater confidence and ease.

Whether you're a student in the job-seeking process looking for tips as you prep for interviews and career fairs, or you're further on in your career and want to expand your network, attract new clients, or raise your profile, you're in the right place. Listen in to hear my top seven best-practice dos and don'ts when it comes to networking.

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The topic of self-advocacy is one that's especially important for women lawyers to consider. It's a challenge that comes up often for my clients, who are incredible advocates for everyone else in their lives but struggle to advocate for themselves.

Whether you've never practiced self-advocacy, want to refine this skill, or are only thinking about it for the first time today, this episode has got you covered. I'm showing you how you may be talking yourself out of self-advocacy, the cost of doing so, and an exercise that will help you get to know yourself better so you can begin stepping into self-advocacy.

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If you have trouble getting focused when things in your practice slow down or when there isn't an immediate time pressure, you are not alone. This is a real challenge that lawyers and other professionals experience when it comes to time management. The truth is, there's a simple reason why we can't be productive or motivated to take action unless there's urgency, and this week, I'm showing you how to recalibrate your sense of urgency to flip the power dynamic.

Discover how to manufacture a false sense of urgency so you can avoid true urgency. I'm exploring how we rely on urgency as a cue to take action, what happens when we build a practice based on true urgency versus false urgency, and 4 strategies that will help you create an artificial sense of urgency that works as a natural motivator.

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Do you feel like you're currently in a position that, deep down, you know isn't right for you? There are a few reasons why a job you previously loved might no longer be a great fit, but my goal this week isn't to persuade you to make a move. Instead, I'm helping you own your decisions and manage this experience in a proactive way.

Discover 4 strategies you can apply right now if you know you're unhappy but fear the risk of taking the wrong next steps. Hear the traps of staying in a job you don't love without a deliberate plan, and my tips for building a practice that truly aligns with what you want.

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Even though it's been a decade since I personally transitioned from being a new mom to returning to work, I remember it clear as day. Whether you're a brand-new parent or have been at this for a while but continue to struggle, you're by no means alone. Navigating parenting and your work is an ongoing balancing act, and I'm excited to share my top tips and ideas this week.

Hear five suggestions for navigating the early years of returning to work after mat leave and beyond. I'm sharing the common challenges that come with this transition, the important variables to consider as they relate to your unique experience, and my favorite ideas for orchestrating your time in a way that works for you.

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Listening is one of the most underrated communication tools available to us, and I believe it can be far more powerful than speaking when it comes to creating connections. There is a gap between the level at which we are currently listening and the level of listening I know we are all capable of. This week, I'm walking you through the steps to becoming a great listener.

Discover why developing the skill of active listening matters, and the myriad of benefits that come along with becoming a better listener. I'm sharing some of the challenges that prevent us from being great listeners, and six easy strategies you can practice in your day-to-day life to improve your listening skills right now.

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Criticism or negative feedback is a topic to which we can all relate. For most of us, experiencing criticism automatically brings up a sense of embarrassment, shame, or discouragement. However, the good news is that you can use it in a productive way rather than letting it slow you down.

Discover how you can use criticism to foster trust, authority, and move forward in your endeavors. I'm highlighting what you might be making receiving criticism mean about you, offering how criticism can be a sign of growth, and sharing my top tips for leveraging criticism instead of shying away from it.

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Delegation is a topic that I frequently address with my coaching clients. It's a subject to which I've been invited to teach at law firms, and I've also spoken about this topic from the perspective of a junior lawyer or student who receives instructions from more senior lawyers.

Hear my tried-and-tested formula for delegating effectively. I'm sharing a seven-step outline for successful delegation as it pertains to assigning lawyers, my top tips for receiving instructions better if you are a junior lawyer or student, and the opportunities for growth that are available to both groups in practicing delegation.

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Are you experiencing any of the classic time management problems in your practice? Do you dread what's on your calendar and how it makes you feel? Is procrastination a prevalent issue for you? Do you feel doubtful about your ability to make aligned decisions when it comes to your schedule?

Discover how confidence and time management relate to each other, and learn five strategies you can apply that will increase your self-confidence, and in turn, help you manage your time better. Hear about the common time management hurdles lawyers face, the solutions to these obstacles, and the domino effect that developing your confidence will have on your life and career.

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