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I talk a lot about values alignment (aligning your law practice to your values). But what, precisely, does that look like in practice? Here's the thing: Values that cost you nothing probably aren't values — they're just words you aren't really standing behind. Yet the cost is worth it. Because NOT aligning to your values costs something, too. That's why I was immediately drawn to Ariella Cohen Coleman. She's a lawyer who built a values-aligned law firm and a nonprofit to support the Jewish community. She speaks openly about antisemitism. Even if it makes others uncomfortable. Even though it could cost her something. She is the real thing. This conversation is about so much: - What it actually takes to build a values-aligned practice. - Lawyer wellbeing (and why it's related to peak performance). - The responsibility lawyers have to speak up about antisemitism (and the role we can play to change course). This conversation is powerful. It's important. Be sure to listen. *** Join Success Without Sacrifice https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #240: Values Alignment Isn’t Safe (That’s the Point): Let’s Talk About Antisemitism appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Post on LinkedIn. Speak at conferences. Write articles. You know all the things you could do to market, but HOW are you supposed to do it in a way that actually fits…. You? That is what we get into today. Because what I know is this: The lawyers who are the BEST legal marketers aren’t the most extroverted or the best 'salespeople.' They do 5 things differently. Listen to learn my Top 5 Legal Marketing Tips to uplevel your legal marketing while doing it uniquely as YOU (and sells without having to overtly "sell"). *** Join Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #238: My Top 5 Legal Marketing Tips appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

As part of your business development efforts, you attend legal conferences. But what are you getting out of them? Are you maximizing your attendance? Listen to learn my proven before, during and after blueprint for how to maximize attending any legal conference. Because otherwise, why even attend? *** Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #236: How To Maximize Legal Conference Attendance appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Full calendar. Lots of work. You’re hiring. Your new firm or practice seems to be doing well. Until you realize it actually isn’t. You’re in the red. How did this happen? Better yet, how can you ensure it doesn’t happen to you? Listen to find out how easily this can happen (and how to avoid it completely). *** Join Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter here: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #234: Busy Doesn’t Mean You’re Financially Secure appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Learn why content marketing is a necessity in today's legal market, and the various ways in which to utilize content within your legal marketing. Inside of today's episode with content marketing expert, Stephanie Grober, you'll learn: - How to utilize LinkedIn effectively to become a thought leader, - The difference between SEO & GEO, - How AI is changing the legal content marketing landscape, - How PR placements can establish you as an expert, and - The importance of awards (hint: AI is impacting their importance). *** Join the Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter here: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #232: Content Marketing 101 For Lawyers appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

You’re eligible for partnership, have been performing at a high level, and have been doing all the right things. You were even told you were on the path to partnership, and to expect it soon. But you weren't put up this past year. Instead, you were told to "wait your turn". What does that even mean? And what should you do next? Unfortunately, "wait your turn" can mean different things. And no matter what is meant by those who say it, you should never just "wait". It's time to get more proactive so that you can increase the chances that you won't hear this again. Listen to today's episode to find out what "wait you turn" can mean and how to take control, putting yourself in a better position for partnership the next go-round. *** Join Success Without Sacrifice here: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #230: What To Do When Told “Wait Your Turn” for Partnership appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Most lawyers measure business development progress all wrong and it's costing them. Because before you see the new clients and/or the increase in revenues, you must see growth in other less obvious areas. Listen to learn what to measure and how to measure so that you'll know where you really are (and what's working/what's not working at an earlier stage). Recommended Supplemental Episodes/Resources: Episode 155: Attorney Marketing - Unlock "Why You?" https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/attorney-marketing-why-you/ Episode 204: How To Use LinkedIn for Networking https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/linkedin-for-networking/ Episode 196: How To Network With Friends for Business (Naturally) https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/network-with-friends-for-business/ Episode 212: How To Ask for Referrals Confidently https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/how-to-ask-for-referrals/ Get the Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter for Lawyers: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #228: The Business Development Progress You Aren’t Counting (But Should Be) appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

​Making partner changes just about everything. One area of change that catches most lawyers off guard is the negative impact your promotion can have on some of your best relationships - especially those relationships with mentors who helped you get to where you are. Listen to today's Life & Law episode to learn: >>> The warning signs that your mentor/mentee relationship has changed, >>> Why it's happening (and why not to immediately judge your mentor), >>> What NOT to do, and >>> How to move forward without burning bridges. Recommended Supplemental Episodes: Episode 171: You're (Finally) A Law Firm Partner - What To Expect https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/what-to-expect-law-firm-partner/ Episode 165: Maximize Your Mentor/Mentee Relationships https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/mentor-mentee-relationships/ Episode 140: How to Draw Boundaries https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/how-to-draw-boundaries/ Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter for Lawyers: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #226: Making Partner Changes Everything (Even Mentor Relationships) appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Join me and guest Allison Williams to learn what it takes to be an effective leader (not just a manager). Because your leadership style matters - for building the right team and culture. Today's episode will give you concrete guidance on how to start becoming a better leader and manager. Inside today's podcast, you'll learn: - The difference between managing and leading. - The importance of values for building the right culture. - How to align your hiring and training to your values - The biggest leadership mistake lawyers make (that fuels chaos). - Leadership tips for how to hold your team accountable without micromanaging. For show notes and additional resources: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/be-an-effective-leader The post #224: From Lawyer To Leader (What It Takes To Be An Effective Leader) appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Join Heather to learn the big lessons she learned in 2025 that will help her (and you) to move forward more intentionally and fruitfully in 2026. The post #222: Looking Back to Move Forward appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Tired of feeling stressed, tired and overwhelmed? Want to be more productive and efficient? [Don't we all?] In today's rewind episode from the early days, learn the simple yet surprising strategy that will increase productivity, decrease stress. The post #220: Increase Productivity, Decrease Stress (With This Surprising Strategy) [Rewind Episode] appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Today, we address two questions I get asked all the time: Who should be training young associates (senior associates, partners or both)? And how can you possibly fit that in (what with your billable hour requirements, need to develop business, client management and so on)? Listen find out who should be training young associates and for tips on how to do it in a way where you get the best ROI. The post #218: The Reality of Lawyer Training (Who Should Do It, What To Do) appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Are high levels of stress just part of the job? Is it the "nature of the beast" (as they say)? Spoiler: no. Listen to this reply of one of my first episodes to discover: - The science of stress, - How lawyer training exacerbates our stress, - Where most stress originates from (that will probably surprise you), and - How to reduce, better manage, and even prevent stress. The post #216: The Real Truth About Lawyer Stress (Rewind Episode) appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.