The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast: Inspiration, Growth, and Tactics for Millennial Lawyers and Attorney Entrepreneurs show

The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast: Inspiration, Growth, and Tactics for Millennial Lawyers and Attorney Entrepreneurs

Summary: The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast, hosted by Millennial attorney, Nicole Abboud, is for you if you’re a lawyer, future lawyer, or former lawyer and you’re asking yourself, “What else?” Listen in on conversations with brave Millennial lawyers, brilliant legal innovators, and those courageous few who have left the practice of law to chase their dreams. Nicole and her guests offer insight on how to build a meaningful life and a successful career as a lawyer or beyond.

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 Tips and Strategies for Negotiating Like a Pro with Dan Minc [GWL 78] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:26

My guest today is Dan Minc, a New York city attorney and partner with the law firm Rosenberg, Minc, Falkoff, and Wolff LLP. Dan’s practice focuses on representing the most seriously injured victims of personal injury and medical malpractice. His accomplishments include an impressive stream of multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. What We Discuss in this Episode: You make your own luck BUT how can you recognize an opportunity when it’s in front of you? Having a network of people who look out for you can help you get far in life What is the art of persuasion and what role does it play in litigation? Is being persuasive a skill that’s innate or learned? Which practice areas are more forgiving of attorneys being hard-hitting jerks? Some valuable tips and strategies on how to negotiate like a pro How to tell when you’ve pushed a negotiation too far? How can a young lawyer handle themselves against a seasoned attorney? How to handle a negotiation that doesn’t go your way? Contact Information Telephone: (212) 697-9280 Website: www.personalinjurylawyer-nyc.com    

 Taking Care of Your Mind with Karen Gifford [GWL 77] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 34:44

My guest today is Karen Gifford. Along with Jeena Cho (guest on Episode 17), Karen co-authored the new book The Anxious Lawyer: An 8-Week Guide to a Joyful and Satisfying Law Practice Through Mindfulness and Meditation. Karen practiced law in highly contentious practices for many years and then transitioning into the financial tech sector. All throughout, she relied on the power of mindfulness and meditation to help her center and strengthen herself. What we cover in this episode: Does every lawyer go through an identity crisis when they decide to transition out of the practice of law or was it just me? How Karen’s book “The Anxious Lawyer” came to be Have lawyers become more comfortable talking about and practicing meditation? What can lawyers who want to begin practicing meditation expect? Do you have to stop thinking if you want to meditate? Clearing your mind is something that happens organically and shouldn’t be forced Does practicing mindfulness make you vulnerable as a lawyer? Can meditating save your job like it saved Karen’s? Karen offers some tips on getting started with mindfulness practice Give to Get: If you would like to review Karen’s book “The Anxious Lawyer,” reach out to Karen. Contact Information: Email: info@theanxiouslawyer.com http://www.theanxiouslawyer.com/ Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.

 On Building a Technology-Enabled Company with CEO of LexHelper, Rhett Marlow [GWL 76] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 25:17

My guest is Rhett Marlow, CEO and President of LexHelper, a technology-enabled virtual assistant company specifically focused on helping attorneys, law firms, and agencies. While Rhett has been an entrepreneur most of his life, it wasn’t until his brother, a solo practicing attorney, voiced some concerns to Rhett about his solo practice that Rhett thought of a great solution. He co-founded LexHelper as a mean of providing attorneys and law firms solutions to their receptionist and assistant needs. What We Cover in this Episode: What lawyers can learn from the medical industry How to find customers in the legal profession when you’re introducing a new service What you can do if you’re not a fan of being chained to your desk all day How to test and validate a new business idea What role competition plays in YOUR business plan What marketing efforts have helped Rhett grow the company Contact Information Website: www.lexhelper.com Phone: (877) 828-5546 Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.

 How to Become a More Effective Communicator with Speech Coach Dr. Michelle Mazur [GWL 75] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 33:56

Thank you to our show sponsor – CEB! CEB provides legal resources and solutions as well as gold-standard CLE to California attorneys. They also offer great discounts to new lawyers. Their upcoming Basics Conference is a fantastic opportunity for learning fundamentals and networking. Whether you want to master a practice area, change your focus, or get to know other lawyers in a field, you’ll get a thorough nuts-and-bolts foundation that will have you ready to hit the ground running! Gen Why Lawyer listeners get 15% off any track—Business Ligation, Employment Law, Family Law, or Trust & Estate Administration and Litigation—when they call 800.232.3444 and give the code “Gen Why.” (This offer cannot to be combined with any other discount.) Check them out at ceb.com! — My guest today is Dr. Michelle Mazur, founder of Communication Rebel, a company helping speakers and entrepreneurs give birth to their talk or message that they want to be known for. Dr. Mazur is leading the presentation rebellion in an effort to help speakers communicate more effectively. After teaching as a college professor for a few years, Dr. Mazur decided that she would rather teach outside the classroom. So she opened her own business helping other speakers. She is also the host of The Rebel Speaker Podcast and author of Speak for Impact: Write a Speech That’s Your Next Best-Selling Product. What We Chat About: Why it’s important to be an effective speaker as a lawyer and as a business owner How to get clear on the message you plan on communicating to your potential clients/customers Lawyers have great argumentation skills but does that translate into being an effective speaker? For lawyers who want to host CLE or community workshops surrounding their practice areas, what is the best way to present to the audience? What is the forgetting curve and how can you avoid that as a speaker Why having a call to action at the end of your content is key What is the connection between being a good communicator and a good leader? Is there a difference between the way men and women communicate? Find something you’re good at and amplify those qualities. Why is storytelling so powerful? Contact Information The Rebel Speaker Podcast Dr. Michelle Mazur’s new book – Speak for Impact www.drmichellemazur.com Facebook: @drmichellemazur Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.

 Leading and Managing Diverse Teams with Executive Director at CEB, Kelly Lake [GWL 74] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 27:52

Kelly Lake is the newly appointed Executive Director of CEB (Continuing Education of the Bar). CEB is a leading source for legal education and legal research solutions for Ca lawyers. What We Cover In This Episode: How Kelly ascended into her positions as Executive Director What motivates Kelly to always reach for the next level in her career How to handle leadership and managing groups of diverse people What the role of technology is in the legal profession and how can a company modernize itself to evolve with the times Kelly’s tenure at CEB includes leading her company to becoming responsive to the changes in the profession Will technology evolve so much that lawyers will no longer be needed? What resources CEB offers that young lawyers should take advantage of Contact Information: Email: Kelly.lake@ceb.ucla.edu Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.

 Black Lives Matter and So Does Police Culture with Criminal Defense Attorney, Johnnie Finch [GWL 73] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 39:03

Johnnie Finch is a criminal defense attorney in North Carolina. In this important episode, Johnnie and I discuss his experience and perspective on Black Lives Matter and law enforcement. We also explore the business side of Johnnie as he shares his marketing tips to marketing a solo practice in a small town. What We Chat About in this Episode: The nature of police culture in a small town which differs from police cultures in other areas Why it’s the prosecutors who need to step up and hold “rogue” cops accountable for their actions What Johnnie is doing in his community to maintain a good relationship with law enforcement and what he created to hand out to his community members to help them understand their rights Why he decided to open his own practice even though he had a new baby on the way Johnnie’s best marketing and networking secrets Why there shouldn’t be a fear of competition Contact Information www.johnniefinchesq.com Facebook: Johnnie Finch Twitter: @coolrelaxed

 Leadership Development as a Young Lawyer with ABA YLD Chair Anna Romanskaya | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 34:34

My guest today is Anna Romanskaya,  a Partner with Stark & D’Ambrosio, LLP and manages the firm’s family law division. Anna is an activist and avid public speaker on victim advocacy, domestic violence and youth issues. Anna is also the Chair of the Young Lawyers Division (YLD) of the American Bar Association, which is the premier legal organization in the world. Anna joins the show to discuss her journey to becoming the Chair of the ABA YLD. Anna also shares her insight on how to acquire leadership positions within the ABA YLD, what the benefits are to participating in bar organizations, and how to stay motivated when you’re involved in a volunteer position. Contact Information: Email: aromanskaya@starkllp.com Sharing is Caring

 Creating Happiness as a Lawyer with the Happy Family Lawyer Clarissa Rayward [GWL 71] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 38:53

Grab your free guide to personal branding here. Clarissa Rayward is a family lawyer, wife and mom who is passionate about relationships, people and family. This Australian attorney is using her industry knowledge and skill to change the way Australian families experience divorce and separation. Clarissa is known as ‘The Happy Family Lawyer’ as she believes that your divorce can be something you can look back on with pride. What we cover in this episode: What exactly can lead to unhappiness as a lawyer? Why Clarissa is concerned about lawyers who leave the practice of law Why a person who is passionate about what they do can’t necessarily have “work/life balance” How Clarissa is changing the way families experience divorce What is collaborative practice and what are the benefits for both the lawyers and the clients How to begin learning about collaborative practice if you’re interested in incorporating it into your law practice How writing her book helped Clarissa capture new client What effect does being unhappy have on the productivity of a lawyer? Give to Get A call for guests for Clarissa’s new podcast Happy Lawyer, Happy Life, where she’s exploring happy lawyers so if you have a story worth sharing, reach out to Clarissa. Contact Information www.thehappyfamilylawyer.com Instagram: @thehappyfamilylawyer Facebook: The Happy Family Lawyer Splitsville – How to Separate, Stay Out of Court, and Stay Friends Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.

 The Unexpected Reality of Being a Parent and a Lawyer with Keith Shannon [GWL 70] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:37

Keith Shannon joins us in this episode to chat about the adventures of being a stay-at-home father and a lawyer. He is a former attorney, college professor, and author of My Boss Wears Diapers. After practicing for many years, Keith and his wife decided that he would be the stay-at-home parent to help raise their two children. During his time at home, Keith grew to love parenting but of course, not without several challenges along the way. What We Discuss in this Episode How Keith and his wife made the decision for Keith to stay at home with their kids Why it can be difficult to establish a law career when you move to a different state The unexpected difficulties of being a stay-at-home parent Why being a parent was harder than being a lawyer for Keith How Keith found an outlet for his parental woes through writing Should law firms have better parental leave benefits? Can you be a great lawyer and a great parent at the same time? Keith’s book My Boss Wears Diapers – Tales from a Frazzled Dad Contact Information Email: Keithshannon6@gmail.com Twitter: @keithshannon8 Give to Get If any listener would like to be a virtual guest speaker for Keith’s college class, discussing any of the following subjects – e-discovery, legal writing, or legal technology in general – please, reach out to Keith. Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.                                                                                                                                               

 One Millennial’s Journey to Leading an Extraordinary Life with Declan Wilson [GWL 69] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 30:51

Grab Declan’s new book – The Millennial Way here. Declan Wilson is a Millennial author and blogger. During the day, he is a supply chain analyst but his true passion is to become self-employed so at night, he authors his blog, A Milliennial Type. His blog documents in his journey from the 9-to-5 to self-employment and from leading an ordinary life to an extraordinary one. In this episode, Declan speaks to the millennial essence of wanting financial freedom and autonomy with our careers and addresses the various emotions and decisions we must go through while on this journey. What We Discuss in this Episode: How to escape the cubicle life Is it possible to have the best of both worlds: being self-employed and still raking in the big bucks? Is it ever too late to follow your dreams and go for your dream job? Step Up, Step Out, and Step Forward Step Up: accept and give yourself permission to dream again. Realize that your dream isn’t crazy, no matter how old you are Step Out: take that dream out into the world and proclaim what you want to do. Step Forward: keep going forward with your dream until one day you end up achieving it. Although saying “pursue your passions” is idealistic, you should understand that there’s more to it. There are certain skills that are still necessary. What “friction” exists when you’re pursuing your dreams and how to manage it Give to Get: Check out Declan’s blog – A Millennial Type If anyone is at a stage in their lives that they’re not sure what to do and need opportunities, reach out to Declan. He is involved in a project that might be able to help you. Contact Information: Email: Declan@millennialtype.com  Twitter: @millennialtype Snapchat: @decl4nw Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.

 From BigLaw to the Big Stage with Lawyer-Turned-Comedian Matt Ritter [GWL 68] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 28:01

If you’re in need of a reliable online appointment scheduling software, my recommendation is Acuity Scheduling. Check them out using my affiliate link*: www.bit.ly/keepmebooked My guest today is Matt Ritter, a lawyer-turned-comedian who traded in big law for the big stage.  Matt is also a TV producer on various shows including A&E’s Duck Dynasty and “Fat N’ Furious” (Discovery Channel). He often tours the country performing comedy for lawyers and non-lawyers alike.   What We Discuss in this Episode: How to be honest with yourself as to what you want to be doing in life How he finally made the decision to transition from law to comedy How to not wait for someone to tell you when it’s your chance to do something Why Matt chose to distance himself from his lawyer identity when he first transitioned Why you are what people perceive you to be What you bring to the table that’s different and how to use that to your advantage Should you continue to introduce yourself as a lawyer even if you’re not practicing law? Whatever it is you want to do, you should already be doing it   Contact Information: www.mattrittercomedy.com   YouTube: Mattrittercomedy Twitter – @Mattritter1 Twitter: @Onlyinlawschool     Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers. *Disclosure:  Please note that the link above is an affiliate link, and at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you decide to sign up for the resource described.

 The Power of Live Streaming Video to Connect and Build Trust with Nick Rishwain [GWL 67] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:21

Nick Rishwain is the Vice President of Client Relations and Business Development at Experts.com. Nick and I met on social media and have become good friends! He is super knowledgeable about live streaming platforms and social media marketing, which is precisely the reason why I wanted him to come on the show and discuss it with me. What We Discuss in this Episode: How social media can turn strangers into the best of friends Why Nick turned to the internet to promote his business to lawyers How to ignore the scare tactics out there about using digital platforms as a lawyer Why videos will be more powerful than any other form of content in the future The beauty of live streaming is that it’s authentic and flawed Live video allows you to increase the know, like, and trust factor Another bonus to live videos is that they can be repurposed easily How to get started on live streaming platforms What are some benefits to having a constant live streaming show Resources Mentioned Meerkat Blab.im Periscope Facebook Live Youtube Connect Firetalk Busker LegalTechLIVE RoboticsLIVE Give to Get If you’re a lawyer who has deposed an expert witness and would like to be interviewed about it on the Experts.com live streaming series, reach out to Nick. If you’re in the robotics space, engineering, developing, startup, reach out to Nick. Contact Information Experts.com Email: support@experts.com Business Twitter: @expertsdotcomvp Personal Twitter: @nickjrishwain

 Breaking the Silence about Mental Health in the Legal Profession with Sara Giddings | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 31:04

Sara Giddings is a tax, estate planning, and business law practitioner in San Angelo, Texas.  She currently works at the firm of Smith Rose Finley PC.  She serves as the District 15 TYLA Director.  She is very involved in her community and statewide and currently serves as the Tom Green County Young Lawyers President, the chair of the Solo and Small Firm Section of the State Bar Tax Section, on the Executive Leadership Team for Tom Green County Relay for Life, and on the Board for San Angelo Cowboy Gathering.  She has been published in the ABA Section of Taxation News Quarterly “Should a Mailbox Be Enough? (January 2009) and in the Texas Tax Lawyer “Addressing the Corporate Inversion Loophole: A Proposal to Redefine Domestic Corporation Status” (Winter 2016). She graduated from the University of Houston Law Center in 2007 and Austin College in 2004 with a double major in   English and Political Science.  She was recently honored as one of San Angelo’s 20 under 40, Texas Business Women’s Woman to Watch, and the Outstanding Young Lawyer for Tom Green County Young Lawyers Association.   In this powerful episode, Sara and I discuss how she currently deals with depression and how she has been dealing with it since she was a teenager. Then we talk about how she learned to seek the necessary help and support she needed since she wasn’t receiving support from her former employer. Sara also offers suggestions and resources for young lawyers who might be dealing with mental health issues. Contact Information: (325) 653-6721 Email: sgidding@smithrose.com Texas Young Lawyers Association – Breaking the Silence  

 How to Tell a Winning Story and Influence with Jesse Wilson [GWL 65] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 33:41

  My guest in this episode is Jesse Wilson. Jesse is a Juilliard Theater Graduate and TEDx Speaker. He has created a life-changing program designed to help lawyers and business owners Connect, Communicate, and Lead with their greatest source of power through the tools and strategies of the theater. He developed a one-day intensive program specifically to help lawyers tell their story and better help their clients through story-telling. What We Cover In this Episode: How becoming a stronger communicator can help litigators better connect with juries The true power of the winning story is an inside job Litigators aren’t the only ones who benefit from becoming better story-tellers. Anyone who communicates with other people can benefit Can good story telling help you win cases? The emotional, mental, and physical connection to stories. Our bodies are storytelling instruments. What are the steps to telling a winning story How emotional connection and emotional intelligence helps business owners as well Are we just actors at the end of the day?   Contact Information: Email: jesse@lftstage.com http://www.lftstage.com Twitter: @JesseWilsonProd Thanks for Checking Out the Show Notes and for Listening! I really hope you enjoyed this episode. It was certainly a great experience for me. If you feel like you just can’t keep the excitement you feel for this episode to yourself, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the GWL Podcast in iTunes or in Stitcher Radio. That way, every time I prepare a new episode for you, it’ll automatically show up in your phone.  No Fear Of Missing Out here. Once last thing: I would truly appreciate it if you could leave an honest review for The Gen Why Lawyer Podcast in iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help boost the visibility of the show and help me in reaching more young lawyers.

 The (Un)Importance of an Elevator Pitch & a Semi-Identity Crisis [GWL 64] | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 14:03

In this solo episode, I delve deeper into the importance of an elevator pitch, our identities, and how interrelated they are with being “lawyers.” I also discuss the new direction my life and career are headed in (hint: it’s not as a lawyer!). Listen in to hear more. Sharing is Caring

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