Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo

Overwhelmed by the demands of your law practice? Struggling to find time to grow your firm while balancing client work, deadlines, and your personal life? Be a Better Lawyer is the go-to podcast for busy lawyers who want to increase productivity, manage their time more effectively, and build a successful practice without sacrificing their well-being. Hosted by Master Coach and former criminal prosecutor Dina Cataldo, this podcast dives deep into actionable strategies to help you overcome overwhelm, streamline your workload, and focus on what truly matters. Whether you're looking to set better boundaries, improve your mindset, or 10x your productivity, Dina’s practical tips and counterintuitive insights will help you create a more profitable and peaceful law practice. Tune in weekly to discover time management techniques, mindset shifts, and business strategies specifically designed for lawyers. If you're ready to take control of your practice, reduce stress, and reclaim your time, Be a Better Lawyer is here to help. Subscribe now and start building the law practice — and life — you want.

383: 4 Reasons Overwhelm is Your Friend 09/04/2025

This One Thing Will Give You the Perspective You Need 08/28/2025

This One Thing Will Give You the Perspective You Need 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 with their mortality. Death is the most honest advisor we have. Let it show you what really matters — and what doesn’t. Listen in to gain a newfound appreciation for the present moment and what’s possible for you. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/37972445

#381: The Biggest Myth Keeping Lawyers Behind 08/21/2025

#381: The Biggest Myth Keeping Lawyers Behind 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” is actually the least effective time management strategy for lawyers ✅ What you really need to focus on to increase productivity, reduce overwhelm, and enjoy your life and law practice If you’ve ever struggled with time management or felt like no matter how much you do it’s never enough, this episode of Be a Better Lawyer will help you shift into a new way of practicing law -- one that’s more productive, sustainable, and fulfilling. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/37886710

380: The #1 Reason Lawyers Are Unhappy (It’s Not What You Think) 08/14/2025

380: The #1 Reason Lawyers Are Unhappy (It’s Not What You Think) 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or unfulfilled in your law practice, you’re not the only lawyer who feels that way, but it’s not for the reason that you think. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer Podcast, Master Coach for lawyers and former criminal prosecutor Dina Cataldo reveals the #1 reason lawyers don’t love their lives — and it’s not your workload, your clients, or your boss. Instead, it’s something buried in your subconscious — and it’s completely changeable. In this episode you’ll discover: ✅ The subconscious structures silently shaping your decisions ✅ Real-life examples of lawyers who’ve broken free of their structures and built practices they love ✅ How to honor your internal guidance system to create a life you love Whether you want more time for yourself, to grow your practice without burnout, or to simply feel happier in your work, this episode will help you start creating a law practice (and a life) you actually love (instead of one you simply tolerate). /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/37787775

Your Words Reveal Your Next Level 08/07/2025

378: Peace in the Storm 07/31/2025

378: Peace in the Storm 👉 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 your law practice and yourself that bring you lasting alignment (and peace), not just temporary relief. If this episode resonated, be sure to register for my new workshop, The Hidden Cost of Frustration in Your Law Practice: Stop Getting Angry and Start Reclaiming Your Time, Energy, and Sanity. You can register here 👉 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/37609155

6 Keys to Closing More Consults 07/17/2025

375: Chasing Success 07/10/2025

374: Stop Putting Out Fires and Be Calmer and Happier with Special Guest Kara Brinster 07/03/2025

374: Stop Putting Out Fires and Be Calmer and Happier with Special Guest Kara Brinster Do you feel like your hair is on fire daily in your law practice? 🔥 You’re not alone. Kara Brinster felt the same way. Between her family law practice, her role as a state’s attorney, parenting, and managing a household -- Kara’s plate was full. Fast forward 10 months, Kara’s practice feels calmer, and she’s so much happier. Not because she has less work—but because she learned the skills to support the life she actually wants. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, my special guest Kara Brinster shares: 📆Why she no longer holds every task and deadline in her head 😘How she stopped working until 10 p.m. and started making time to do things she loved doing 💵 The strategies she used to increase the profitability of her law practice ⚡️ What calmed her frustrations at the office (and at home!) This episode is jam-packed with practical takeaways that helped Kara—and will help you—be happier, even when your plate feels full. ✅ Want more time for what matters most? ✅ Wish you could make your practice more profitable? ✅ Ready to stop running on adrenaline? Kara’s story is proof that it’s possible—with support, systems, and the willingness to believe something better is yours for the asking. 🎧 Listen to this week’s episode of Be a Better Lawyer and let's get to work imagining what’s possible for you. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/37222345

373: What Your Clients (Really) Want 06/26/2025

373: What Your Clients (Really) Want You may be friendly, responsive, and great in consults. But that doesn’t mean you’re creating a seamless client experience that builds trust and encourages referrals. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I’m walking you through common glitches in a client’s experience and how to solve for them. I’m also breaking down the costly mistakes lawyers make that unintentionally erode client trust, and how you can upgrade your internal systems to counteract these issues in your firm. Giving clients what they really want – a seamless experience – isn’t about doing more, but about getting more intentional with what you’re already doing. What you’ll learn in this episode of Be a Better Lawyer: ✅ What most lawyers misunderstand about their clients’ experience ✅ The hidden cost of disorganized systems (to you and your firm) ✅ How to start improving client experience in one hour or less this week ✅ The ROI of dialing this in — from more referrals to fewer fires When you pay attention to your clients’ experience, everything in your practice gets easier — for you, your team, and your clients. 🎧 Listen now to start making simple upgrades that create big results. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at https://dinacataldo.com RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/37142695

372: Overwhelm is Optional 06/19/2025

372: Overwhelm is Optional If you feel a wave of overwhelm before your week even begins, you may be surprised to hear that work itself isn’t what’s causing it. Don’t worry — if you’ve believed work causes your stress, you’re not alone. I used to think that too. Most lawyers assume their overwhelm is caused by the files, the emails, the clients, and the court dates. But let’s try something: Imagine a file sitting on your co-worker’s desk. Does that file stress you out? Does it make you feel overwhelmed? No. Why not? Because the file isn’t the problem — it’s what you think about that file that creates your stress. Overwhelm doesn’t come from the work. It comes from how you're thinking about the work. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I’m showing you how your thoughts program your emotional experience — and how to begin choosing thoughts that create calm, clarity, and focus instead. What You’ll Learn: ✅ How you’re programming your day-to-day experience with your thoughts alone ✅ The relationship between your thoughts and what you feel ✅ Why overwhelm is a pattern you can break ✅ How to reprogram your mind for more calm and focus Listen in and start reclaiming control over your experience of your law practice and your life one thought at a time. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at https://dinacataldo.com RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/37017240

371: How to Stop Feeling Annoyed 06/12/2025

370: Best of...How to Take a Guilt-Free Vacation 06/05/2025

369: Best of...Values Alignment 05/29/2025

369: Best of...Values Alignment If you’d asked me years ago what my values were, I would’ve rattled off a list without much thought. But when I looked at how I was living—how I was spending my time, where my energy was going—it told a different story. That’s what this episode is about. Values aren't just words we say we believe in. They're how we show up in our day-to-day life. When our actions don’t align with the values we think we hold, something feels off. That's a sign that we’re living out of integrity with ourselves. This episode was inspired by a conversation I had with a client who wanted to do a reset. She wanted to reconnect with what matters most and realign how she was showing up in her practice and her life. So if you’re feeling that tug—that it’s time to take a closer look at how you're living and working—this episode of Be a Better Lawyer is for you. You’ll learn how to: Look at your current values with honest awareness Identify whether you’re actually living them And begin the process of aligning your actions with what matters most This conversation will help you reconnect with yourself and gain clarity on the kind of lawyer—and human—you want to be. Let’s dive in. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at https://dinacataldo.com RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/36604875

368: Best Of...What Your Clients Think of You 05/22/2025

367: Best Of...The Codependent Lawyer 05/15/2025

366: Is Your Brain Holding You Back? 05/08/2025

366: Is Your Brain Holding You Back? Time Peace for Lawyers is open for enrollment now. 👉 You can enroll here: ********* If you’re working long hours, putting out fires, and not making the traction you want to see in your law practice, listen to today’s episode. Here’s the truth: it’s not your fault. Your brain is designed to keep you safe, not successful. It’s a supercomputer, following the exact code it’s been given—often without your conscious awareness. Unless you examine that code, you may be running outdated programming leading to procrastination, overthinking, or making decisions blocking the growth you want in your law practice. In this episode, you’ll learn: How your brain confuses fiction and reality Five thoughts (“programs”) you’ll want to eliminate You’ll also learn how to intentionally brainwash yourself to create the life and law practice you want This episode isn’t about Pollyanna positivity or ignoring challenges. It’s about taking back the steering wheel from the survival-focused part of your mind—and learning how to lead your practice with calm, clarity, and intention. If you want different results, you must learn to think differently. Listen in to learn how. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at https://dinacataldo.com RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/36449585

365: Being Yourself Again 05/01/2025

364: Reclaiming Personal Power 04/24/2025

363: When is the Right Time to Hire a Coach? 04/17/2025

362: The Future of AI and the Law with Christine Uri 04/10/2025

362: The Future of AI and the Law with Christine Uri In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I'm joined by special guest Christine Uri, an expert in AI governance, ESG, and making companies more profitable, sustainable and human-centric. We dive deep into the world of AI governance and what every lawyer needs to know as AI continues to shape the legal landscape. Christine shares her insights from years of working in-house at a large energy company, where she held roles as Chief Legal Officer and Chief Sustainability Officer, and how that experience has shaped her understanding of AI governance. She also runs her own company, CURI Insights, where she advises general counsel on ESG and AI governance. What You'll Learn Today: Why AI is already part of your work environment, whether you know it or not. The biggest risks with AI use in law firms and corporate settings, including data privacy and confidentiality. How to approach AI use with caution—especially when it comes to client information and sensitive data. Tips on setting AI policies that make sense for your practice or firm. How younger attorneys might fall into the trap of over-relying on AI-generated content without proper oversight. Practical strategies to balance innovation with caution, keeping your data safe and your practice compliant. Why AI literacy training is becoming essential for every legal team. The importance of understanding both state and federal regulations and how to proactively protect your firm. Christine also talks about the evolving landscape of AI regulation, from the EU's AI Act to U.S. state-level legislation, and why lawyers should stay on top of these changes to protect themselves and their clients. If you’re curious about how AI could impact your practice—or worried about the potential risks—you’ll want to listen in to this episode. Christine’s insights will help you think critically about integrating AI into your workflow without sacrificing quality or confidentiality. 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 signature program Time Peace for Lawyers™ where you'll focus on taking control of your time, and 2) In private one-on-one coaching where you'll focus on growing your practice with ease. Learn more about both at https://dinacataldo.com RESOURCES CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram On LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider It takes less than 90 seconds, and it really helps spread the word about Be a Better Lawyer. Or simply text a friend about the podcast to let them know how it's helped you. Let's change the world one lawyer at a time. /episode/index/show/soulroadmap/id/35898745