Hustle & Flow With Heather Hubbard

We’re continuing our special bonus series where I’m teaming up with other podcast hosts to bring you their interviews of me.   The interview you’ll hear today is from the podcast Fierce Freedom Awaits with Dr. Yashika Dooley. Not only is she an accomplished OBGYN, she also offers life and weight coaching services for professional women who are struggling with menopausal and peri-menopausal/hormonal weight gain, pelvic pain and body confidence issues. If you could use help in any of these areas, contact Dr. Dooley through her website https://fiercefreedomawaits.com  Dr. Dooley is also hosting a conference in September called Physician Women of Color Thrive Together so be sure to spread the news to your female doctor friends. The link to the conference is https://www.elanwomenenterprise.com/  And be sure to subscribe to the Fierce Freedom Awaits podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app or at https://fiercefreedomawaits.com/podcast/.   Enjoy the episode!  

We’re mixing things up for the next few weeks... I’ve teamed up with other podcast hosts to bring you their interviews of me. I can’t wait for you to hear these interviews as well as introduce you to some great podcasts that I know you’re going to want to subscribe to.     This week, we’re sharing Episode 73 from The Resilient Lawyer Podcast, hosted by the amazing Jeena Cho. If you aren’t familiar with her, Jeena is an attorney, as well as a mindfulness and wellness expert. You can learn more about her work at https://jeenacho.com/. And be sure to subscribe to her podcast at http://resilientlawyer.libsyn.com/    Enjoy! 

You’ve been asking to hear about today’s topic for a while now, and I’m finally doing it! In this episode I’m going behind the scenes and talking about how I started this business, with the intent of helping you decide whether or not you want to enter the world of entrepreneurship. Even if you have no desire to ever start a non-legal business, I hope you find this episode interesting, entertaining and informative.

Today I decided to record a super short bonus episode for you because we just wrapped up a full week of podcast episodes for The Get It Done Challenge. This episode offers 4 quick tips to help you maintain the momentum you created last week. Things you will learn in this episode: • What you can do to still take advantage of the challenge, even if you missed it last week • The best way to stay out of overwhelm and on top of your to-do list • How this podcast can support you in a number of different ways, and where to go to find what you need from it • Best practices for remaining intentional and a special early bird offer for Life & Law LIVE in November LINKS: http://getitdonechallenge.com/ http://lifeandlawlive.com/ http://heatherjoyhubbard.com/blog https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/how-to-take-back-your-day/ (#3) https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/why-saying-yes-means-saying-no/ (#8) https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/how-to-be-a-rock-star-associate/ (#67) https://www.heatherjoyhubb

Is it possible to actually choose happiness? Today you’ll hear about the journey I’ve been on to get to the realization that this is indeed possible. You can choose differently, and it’s you who gets to determine your reality. In this episode, I’ll be sharing with you the tools and resources that have helped me be a more peaceful and happier person regardless of any given circumstance I’m experiencing. If you feel as though you’re everything to everyone and never have enough time to get it all done, this too is a choice. Lucky for you, next week is the Get It Done Challenge! From April 1-5, I’ll help you spring clean your to-do list so you can reclaim your calendar and your sanity. You might even win a free 2020 Life & Law Planner or trip to Life & Law LIVE in November. Register for free at www.GetItDoneChallenge.com Things you will learn in this episode: • The biggest thing I was missing before I learned happiness was a choice • An example of how my unhappiness showed up in my life and a second exper

Shelley Zalis is an internationally-renowned leader for the advancement of women in the workplace and I’m so honored to have her on as this week’s guest. Shelley is the CEO of The Female Quotient and co-founder of the #SeeHer initiative aimed at increasing the percentage of accurate portrayals of women and girls in advertising. Previously, she was the first female chief executive ranked in the research industry’s top 25 and went on to sell her company to the third-largest research company in the world. She’s now dedicated to giving back by focusing on the advancement of equality and changing corporate culture. From the business of research to the business of equality, in this episode, Shelley talks about being a leader in a male-dominated industry, embracing what makes us different, why it’s up to us to rewrite the rules, and how to leverage what she calls the “power of the pack.” Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/110 Things you will learn in this episode: • Ho

How do you grow, succeed and excel as a key rainmaker? Today I’m bringing you the third and final installment of our career strategies series, and I’ll be revealing what you need to focus on when you’re in this third and final stage. Even if you’re aren’t a key rainmaker now, it may be something you aspire to become. This episode will give you the encouragement and tools to hone the skills you’ll need to progress to this stage as quickly as possible. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/109 Things you will learn in this episode: • What it says about you and your career if you don’t want to be a key rainmaker • How you’ll know when you’re in Stage 3 and why you don’t need to be an equity partner to be a rainmaker • The 3 areas to focus on in this stage and strategies for each • What to do if you really want to scale your law practice and the one thing that will guarantee you plateau • How (and when) to leverage processes and systems to help you scale and grow Want

In last week’s episode I kicked off the first of a three-part series focused on law firm career strategies, where I talked about associates and service partners. Today we are going to be looking at the second stage, partners who want to grow their book of business. This can be a difficult stage to work through for many people transitioning to the role, but with the right focus and execution, it can be made much easier. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/108 Things you will learn in this episode: • What the focus should, and shouldn’t be, be for partners of a firm • What “walking the tight rope” of being a partner looks like and how to navigate this • How to stay busy while building a book of business • Tips and strategies for developing your marketing and sales plan • The mindset shifts that have to happen as you transition from employee to business owner Love my strategic advice on the podcast but wish you were able to get my direct feedback and support any tim

Today we’re kicking off the first episode of a three-part series focused on law firm career strategies. We’re starting this week with Stage I focused on associates and service partners. Next week we’ll cover Stage II for partners with a book of business. Last, we’ll address Stage III related to key rainmakers. Whether you’re in these roles or want to be, this series will help you identify where to focus to truly excel.     Things you will learn in this episode:  Why associates and service partners should both focus on Stage I career strategies  The exact things you should be focusing on in this stage to excel in your career   Knowing who your client is and how best to serve them  Why you need to master core competencies before building a book of business (and tips and best practices on how to do so)  The importance of execution and efficiency if you want to advance or become a highly paid service partner   Love my strategic advice on the podcast but wish you were able to get my direct feedback and support a

Are you a solo attorney struggling with cash flow or paying yourself consistently? Or maybe you’re in-house or even a partner at BigLaw but feel as though there’s never enough money to give you the freedom to walk away, start a business, or retire when you choose? Today’s guest, Amber Dugger, was in corporate finance for 15 years before she started her own cash flow and profitability system. I’ve been using her system myself and it’s a complete gamechanger, so I just had to have her come on as a guest! Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/106  Things you will learn in this episode: • The importance of managing your finances so you can have the freedom to make empowering decisions (including getting out of those golden handcuffs) • Why cash flow has nothing to do with how much money you make and the important difference between revenue and profitability • Why having clarity around the money that comes in and out of your household (and law firm, if you own one) is e

Many attorneys spend time developing relationships and networking, but fail to leverage those contacts. The key to turning contacts into referrals or clients is to use a prospect list to systematize your efforts. In this episode, I walk you through how to create and execute on a prospect list and even share a free template to help you get started. Download your free copy of the Prospect List excel sheet here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/105 Things you will learn in this episode: • Why you need a prospect list (even if you’re not trying to build a book of business) • The biggest mistake I see attorneys make when it comes to prospect lists • How to use a sales funnel within your prospect list • The reason why you should broaden your definition of referral sources and update your prospect list accordingly • What to include on your prospect list and how to systematically follow-up LINKS: http://www.lifeandlawplanner.com/  http://www.legalmasterminds.com/ *Interest Form for Mastermind https://www.heatherjo

Today we’re talking about mentorship and how it’s been impacted by the #MeToo movement. This is a topic that keeps showing up on social media and news, as well as in my private workshops and masterminds, so I thought it was worthy of a discussion here on the podcast.   Things you will learn in this episode:  The unintentional consequences of the #MeToo movement and how it may negatively impact women getting mentorship and opportunities    Why the mentorship of female associates is so critical and how we can make sure men continue to be involved in mentoring young women     My own experiences in being mentored as an associate and a powerful conversation I had with a male mentor that changed everything     What you can do depending on your gender, age and role to help make sure men are mentoring and investing in women (and traps to watch out for)  LINKS:   https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/setting-boundaries/ (#55)  https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/dont-blame-kids/ (#4)  ht

Today I’m talking about billable hours and, as you’ll hear, it’s not always about how you plan and budget your billables that is important. For many, it really is about replacing old habits with new ones. If you struggle with capturing your time, I’ll help you change that once and for all on today’s episode of Hustle & Flow. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/103 Things you will learn in this episode: • The key factor that will determine whether you’re capable of changing your billable habits • The reasons why multitasking is creating havoc on your billables • Three different solutions to help you track and document your time • What I mean by “doing things as you go” and how this will benefit you more than you think • How implementing these strategies can be a total game changer for your life and law practice LINKS: https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/changing-your-habits/  (#99) https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/podcast/taming-the-billable-hour/ Life

What if doing less actually helped you make more money, be more productive, and get better results for your clients? Even though our tendency is to hustle harder, doing even more often makes little to no difference. In an industry where being busy and exhausted is a badge of honor, this may seem like blasphemy... but it’s true. Listen to today’s episode to learn why you need to test this principle! **If you enjoy this podcast, please take a moment and share with me your favorite episode and how it’s helped you. We’re celebrating 100 episodes and it would mean the world to me if you’d contribute to this special recording. Record your message here: https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/record Thank you! Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/102 Topics of interest in this episode: • Why hustle without flow is not as effective as hustle alone • Understanding the Pareto Principle (also known as the 80/20 Rule) • Why we’re afraid of doing less and how fear may keep you from

Are you being seen? Are you being heard? Are you getting the respect and promotions you want? If you ever feel like you’re doing all the right things but others are passing you by and getting the results you deserve, today’s episode is for you! Before we get to the episode details, I have a quick question. Are you a female partner in BigLaw? If so, be sure to apply for our 6-month group mastermind that begins next month. We’ll help you craft and execute a business development plan that helps you stand out and get results. Apply at http://www.legalmasterminds.com/ Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/101 Things you will learn in this episode: • Who needs to stand out (hint: it’s not just one type of lawyer) • How standing out can help you get promotions and grow your book of business • Why shattering expectations and the glass ceiling requires you to let go of lessons learned in law school • How your firm may have groomed you to show up in a way that is now holding

For this very special 100th episode of the podcast, I have some tips to help you solidify your goals if you really want to be intentional this year. Today I am going to share with you my rituals, and how I plan my year around a single word. To celebrate 100 episodes of this podcast, I want to ask for your help. I’d like you to go to https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/record where I’ve set up a recorder for you to tell me a bit about yourself and the episode that you’ve enjoyed the most so far. Share what it is about that episode that has impacted your life or legal career, and your story could be featured on a future episode of the podcast! Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/100  Things you will learn in this episode: • How choosing a word for the year can act as a filter in making decisions and staying focused on your priorities • Why using the right side of your brain is far more important than your left when it comes to goal setting activities such as choosing

If you’ve set a New Year’s resolution to break an old habit or start a new routine, today’s episode is for you. Habits are a bit different than goals and much harder to achieve. I’m going to explain why this is and share the steps you can take to start changing your habits, and your life, this year. But before you listen, I’d love your help as we’re about to celebrate 100 episodes of Hustle & Flow! Go to https://www.heatherjoyhubbard.com/record and let me know your favorite episode so far and why. Not only will it be a great way for me to hear how the podcast has impacted you, I might just feature your story on a future episode of the podcast! Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/99 Now back to changing your habits... Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: • What constitutes a habit and why trying to use willpower or force to change one won't work • What happens when you try to change or create multiple habits at the same time • How our brain develops habit

Even though it’s Christmas week, I know that so many people like to plan for the New Year, so I wanted to share this bonus episode with you today. It’s all about getting clear on your vision for 2019 by creating a vision board. As you’ll hear, my approach is different than how most do it so be sure to give it a listen. If you’re looking for support on planning and you missed the recent Planning Extravaganza last week, you can still go through the exercises on your own. To access the videos and worksheets for free, all you have to is go to http://planningextravaganza.com/. Happy Holidays and I’ll see you in 2019! Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/98 Things you will learn in this episode: • How a vision board can give you clarity for the future (and even act as a predictor of it) • Why the magazines you use really won’t matter and what to look for when reviewing the materials • What supplies you’ll need and how long the process will take • How to decide on what t

As a lawyer, you know that the work we do can be stressful. But did you know it’s possible to manage your stress and anxiety, and even experience more joy, through mindfulness? Today I’m interviewing Jeena Cho, who has made it her mission to help other lawyers do just that. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.hustleandflowpodcast.com/97 Things you’ll learn in this episode: • The reason why Jeena first started using mindfulness and the changes she noticed in her life and legal career after doing so • How she took things to the next level and made mindfulness the focus of her business and not just a side-project • Why being mindful and compassionate doesn’t mean you can’t stand your ground or be a fierce adversary • Her recommendations for lawyers wanting to get started using mindfulness in just 6 minutes a day LINKS: https://jeenacho.com/ https://jeenacho.com/the-anxious-lawyer-book/ https://jeenacho.com/mindful-pause/ https://jeenacho.com/podcast/ Mentioned: Becoming by Michelle Obama

This may be my favorite episode of the entire year because I’m talking about something I absolutely love – goals! I always get excited when I plan for the New Year and, today, I’m going to help you set the right goals for 2019. Things you will learn in this episode: The very first step to take in preparing for the New Year (and where many people go wrong)     Why the New Year shouldn’t be about changing who you are    When to focus on your strengths, not your weaknesses   What happens when we set our goals based on “shoulds” instead of “wants”    Why it’s important to create a plan that takes into account the big picture as well as the small details    I’m also sharing all the details of the free Planner Extravaganza that I’m hosting December 17-20. Not only will you walk away with a plan to rock 2019, you might even win a prize – such as a gift card, 2019 Life & Law Planner, or a ticket + hotel to 2019 Life & Law LIVE! Sign up at www.planningextravaganza.com/   LINKS: http://www.legal