Episode #12: The Balancing Act

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF012.mp3″ title=”#12: The Balancing Act”] How do you balance your decisions and your visions for the future with what you have now? On today’s show, I’m talking about how even some of your best-made plans do not work and what to do when this happens. Things you will learn in this episode: How to respond and pivot when things don’t go as planned Lessons from the “tightrope challenge” Why it’s important to breathe and be in the moment How we can miss opportunities and solutions because we are too focused on the problem directly in front of us Why we need to acknowledge the blessings in our life How hustling too much can get me (and

Episode #11: The “P” Word

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF011.mp3″ title=”#11: The ‘P’ Word”] In this episode, I’m discussing perfectionism and how it can get in our way and hold us back. I’ll be the first to admit that I struggle with this issue. The pursuit of perfection creates unneeded stress and anxiety and holds others to impossible standards. If you try to be everything to everyone and appear like you always have it together, this episode is for you! Things you will learn in this episode: How perfectionism kills creativity Perfectionism can be outward facing, as well as inward Is perfectionism a form of an addiction/disease? Why it’s far more important to take action than create a perfect plan or goal Why as women

Episode #10: Your Brain on Law

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF010.mp3″ title=”#10: Your Brain on Law”] On today’s show, I reveal how meditation can be a great way to deal with the stress and anxiety of being a lawyer. I share the science behind meditation as well as my personal struggle (and triumph) in finding a technique that worked for my busy mind. Things you will learn in this episode: How the pressures of being a lawyer can affect your daily life and why a healthy outlet for your mind is critical What most lawyers have in common and why these personality traits can create an impediment to trying “new age” (although they’re not so new…) practices like meditation My experience in trying to figure out

Episode #9: The Numbers Don’t Lie

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF009.mp3″ title=”#9: The Numbers Don’t Lie”] In this episode, I’m taking a hard look at the data available on the status of women in the legal profession in the United States. Statistics don’t have to be boring because they tell stories – and these numbers say a lot. Has there been any progress made over the past decade for women in law and, if so, how much and in what areas? I give my thoughts on where we can go from here, both collectively and individually, and what I think are the leading issues facing us today. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: What is the ‘50/15/15’ conundrum? The “challenge” issued by the National Association of

Episode #8: Why Saying Yes Means Saying No

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF008.mp3″ title=”#8: Why Saying Yes Means Saying No”] How many of you try to be everything to everyone? If you struggle with saying No, (like I use to), or feel guilty when you do, then you’ll love this episode. Today I share how making conscious decisions will allow you to respond, rather than react, to the opportunities that are presented to you. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: For every Yes, there is at least one No You need to give yourself permission to make better choices and decisions There’s only a finite amount of time in each day, yet an infinite amount of ways to fill it How when it comes to our time, there

Episode #7: The Rich Is in the Niche

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF007.mp3″ title=”#7: The Rich Is in the Niche”] On today’s episode, I’m talking all about niching. If you’re ready to increase your rates, grow your business, or better position yourself for an in-house job, then this is an episode you need to listen to. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: What does “the rich is in the niche” really mean and why does it matter so much? The reasons why attorneys resist the concept of niching down If you are trying to please everyone, you won’t please anyone The differences between substantive and marketing niches The ways to position yourself as an expert and build credibility in your substantive niche Why you’re not really memorable if

Episode #6: The Secret Weapon of Thriving Executives

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF006.mp3″ title=”#6: The Secret Weapon of Thriving Executives “] On today’s show, I reveal how retreats can help you achieve amazing levels of success while maintaining well-being, a sense of purpose, and clear direction in every area of your life. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: The #1 way to make sure you’re always on the right path and not just “drifting” through life The difference between a business plan and more holistic plan that takes stock of your entire life and career Why corporate and firm retreats are anything but – and how to identify what really constitutes a retreat The importance of giving yourself time and space to unplug, reflect and plan for your future The

Episode 5: The Power of Surveys

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF005.mp3″ title=”#5: The Power of Surveys”] On today’s show, I share my thoughts on how surveys can be used for business development, improving relationships, improving your substantive skills and so much more. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: The many different types and forms of surveys How we can better understand the nuances of our clients How surveys can help uncover hidden opportunities Surveys can be used to analyze and track commonalities in clients How to use survey data to stand out in a crowded market Surveys can help you pick up on client lingo to serve them better A survey can help you validate new services and fee structures What are 360 evaluations? LINKS: www.SurveyMonkey.com

Episode #4: Don’t Blame It on the Kids

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF004.mp3″ title=”#4: Don’t Blame It on the Kids”] 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

Episode #3: How to Take Back Your Day

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[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/heatherhubbard/HF003.mp3″ title=”#3: How to Take Back Your Day”] On today’s episode, I’m talking about time management and how you can actually create more time in your day by filtering and prioritizing, as well as delegating and using processes, you can take back your day and focus on what matters most to you! IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: What is the priority matrix and how does it work? How to avoid “putting out fires” all day long The importance of knowing the difference between a true emergency and something that is just urgent How walk-ins, phone calls, emails and text messages can take over your day – without you even knowing it Utilizing your assistant and letting