Best of...Billing 2400 Hours While Having a Life
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
Today we're talking to Jacqueline Figueroa who will tell you how she used coaching to increase her billable hours AND have a life. Jackie's not just an accomplished insurance defense attorney at a national firm billing 2400 hours a year. She's also a dedicated parent, a marathon runner, and was promoted to partner at her firm. When Jackie and I started working together, it was a very different story. She didn't think being a partner at her firm was even in the cards for her. Jackie's story will inspire you and give you actionable tips if you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of the...
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Best of...Growing a Law Practice (without Burning Out)
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
Washington-based estate planner Andrea Lauritzen is a powerhouse. But she didn't always see the power she had inside herself. She was a new partner who felt overwhelmed. She'd tried a lot of things to overcome it, but nothing worked...until coaching. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, you'll hear how Andrea went from waking up feeling like her day was out of her control to creating her day powerfully and intentionally. This didn't happen overnight. It took tiny changes for her to create the life she wanted. She goes into detail about these changes step-by-step. You'll learn: ✅ the very...
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383: 4 Reasons Overwhelm is Your Friend
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
Feeling buried under work or like you’ll never catch up? Listen up! I'm sharing why overwhelm isn’t the enemy — it can actually be one of your greatest teachers. You’ll learn: ✅ 4 reasons overwhelm is a gift ✅ how lawyers like you are transforming overwhelm into growth ✅ mindset shifts that will help you create confidence and clarity Want to apply what you're learning on the podcast? Imagine implementing what you learn here in an organized and consistent way. What kind of an impact will that have on your law practice and your life? Decide that today is the day you make the...
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This One Thing Will Give You the Perspective You Need
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
Today we're talking about a topic most people avoid because it's uncomfortable for them to talk about. The benefit of facing this uncomfortable topic directly? When you do, it becomes your greatest advisor; your clearest guide for how to live your life. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer Podcast, You’ll discover: ✅ the perspective shift that immediately puts your priorities into focus ✅ how to move from fear of what others think to living a path with heart ✅ the practice that helps you follow through on commitments to yourself ✅ wisdom from those who've come face-to-face...
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#381: The Biggest Myth Keeping Lawyers Behind
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
Ever feel like you’re behind in your law practice? Maybe you’ve told yourself you just need more discipline, or that if you could work harder and do more, you’d finally get ahead. This mindset is what I call the Myth of More. It’s one of the biggest traps for overwhelmed lawyers. The Myth of More runs deep in the legal profession, keeping attorneys stuck in long hours, constant stress, and feeling like they can never catch up. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer Podcast, you’ll learn: ✅ How the Myth of More sabotages lawyer productivity and fuels burnout ✅ Why “doing more”...
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380: The #1 Reason Lawyers Are Unhappy (It’s Not What You Think)
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
Want to apply what you're learning on the podcast? Imagine implementing what you learn here in an organized and consistent way. What kind of an impact will that have on your law practice and your life? Decide that today is the day you make the changes you want to see in your practice and book a complimentary Strategy Session with Dina. 👉 WORK WITH DINA Dina helps lawyers like you take control of your practice, find fulfillment and create a life you love. Work with her to start implementing what you're learning in this podcast. There are two ways to work with her: 1) In her...
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Your Words Reveal Your Next Level
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
How often do you pay attention to the words you speak? Your words reveal where you're holding yourself back, and they will reveal your next level if you listen carefully. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I share how one lawyer's words revealed his thoughts about his rates and why he was having a difficult time raising them. If you notice yourself holding yourself back from taking actions towards your goals, pay attention to how you talk about your goal and the actions you need to take to achieve it. Your words will reveal what you need to take yourself to the next level. Want to apply...
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378: Peace in the Storm
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
👉 Register for my new workshop here: __________ If your law practice feels like a whirlwind -- emails, court deadlines, interruptions -- listen in to today's episode. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ How to consciously choose peace over the storm How to tell the difference between peace and comfort (and why it matters) ✅ Why lawyers often stay stuck in frustration and overwhelm, even when they want more calm ✅ How to access the part of you that already knows the right decision to make for yourself This episode is about reconnecting with yourself and knowing how to make choices for...
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6 Keys to Closing More Consults
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
Closing consults may seem like a gift some lawyers have and some don’t, but today you’ll learn 6 keys to closing more consults. These 6 keys won’t leave you feeling salesy and slimy. You’ll feel in integrity at all times and serve your potential client better than ever. These skills are learnable — and they will transform your consults. After this episode, you’ll ✅ Feel more confident in consults ✅ Know exactly how to answer tough questions ✅ Learn how to stop undercharging out of fear Listen in to begin closing more consults today. Want to apply what you're...
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375: Chasing Success
Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo
In this episode, I’m unpacking a pattern I see so many lawyers fall into: chasing success. For most of us, success is defined by the message we receive from our culture. Those success markers are usually money, status and possessions. External markers of success won’t give you what you’re really looking for. Success isn’t something you achieve. It's who you are. It's your birthright. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, you'll learn: ✅ The emotional cost of chasing success ✅ Why you'll never have enough if you believe you need to prove you're successful ✅ Why feeling...
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