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 ove ...
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Ready for meaningful change? The emPOWERed Half Hour with USA TODAY best-selling author Becca Powers, brings you inspiring stories of individuals who turned their toughest setbacks into their greatest successes. But this podcast isn’t just about overcoming obstacles—it’s about embracing the powerful mindset of AND. You can be exactly where you are AND start moving toward your dreams and desired outcomes. Each episode is a reminder that you have the power to take the first step toward a life ...
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What is your relationship with time? Are you wired and tired, stressed and overwhelmed, busy and going nowhere? Or Just want to scale your business? Learn how to use time to multiply your business growth! Take Back Time is the podcast for leadership and productivity. Join your host, former strategic business coach for Tony Robbins, best-selling author and international speaker, Penny Zenker, as she shares her experience and insights on simple and practical time management that will help you ...
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Practicing law doesn't have to suck. Crafting a meaningful career is possible. Leaving the law doesn't have to be scary. That's why this show exists. You don't have to navigate through this profession and world as a Millennial lawyer alone. Join host, Nicole Abboud, former practicing attorney, leadership speaker and consultant, each week as she brings you conversations with lawyers, legal innovators, and leaders in the profession to help you in your journey to building a meaningful life and ...
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354: Leaving the Law with Special Guest Elena Deutsch
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56:23Today on Be a Better Lawyer, I’m joined by Elena Deutsch, the founder of WILL—Women Interested in Leaving Law. She helps women lawyers get clear on what they want, build confidence in their decisions, and take action without fear of releasing the golden handcuffs. Maybe you’ve toyed with the idea of leaving the law entirely, or maybe you’re just co…
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The Hidden Cost of Disconnection: Reconnecting with Yourself and Others
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16:36This show will be changing its name to Time to Reset-Stay tuned. Connect with me to go deeper into this topic of connection as this months theme accross my newsletters and other posts. Read and Subscribe here https://pennyzenker.substack.com/ Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast…
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Unlocking Fulfillment: Lessons from Markus Kaulius
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31:29Send us a text What if fulfillment is the key to achieving true success? In this episode, I sit down with Markus Kaulius, serial entrepreneur and bestselling author of Play a Bigger Game, to dive into why intentional living is the missing piece for many high achievers. From redefining success to focusing on relationships, Markus shares actionable i…
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Creating A Culture Of Trust And Innovation with Scott Springer
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26:39Want to build a company culture that fosters trust, innovation, and growth? Join Penny Zenker and Scott Springer, President of Chelwood Consulting Group, as they explore the key elements of a thriving workplace culture. Discover how to define your core values, ensure they are lived every day, and create an environment where employees feel valued an…
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Every action and decision you make is either moving you closer to or further away from the life and law practice you want. The key to taking the best actions and making the best decisions for yourself is self-management. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, you'll: ✅ learn how following your inner guidance system can help you notice when you’re o…
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Escaping The Urgency Fallacy With Anne Marie Anderson
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24:50Is the urgency fallacy stealing your dreams? Do not let it gain power over you! Join Penny Zenker and three-time Emmy award-winning broadcaster, keynote speaker, and author Anne Marie Anderson as they explore how to break free from the tyranny of urgency. Anne Marie, author of Cultivating Audacity – Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win, shares powe…
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This episode of Be a Better Lawyer will stretch your mind in the best way possible. In this episode, we dive into the mindset you need to embody your dream self now so you can start achieving your goals with confidence and clarity. I'm sharing with you: ✅ Key questions to ask yourself to accelerate change ✅ Why delusion is a powerful tool ✅ How to …
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Send us a text What if confidence was the key to unlocking the life you truly desire? In this episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, I sit down with Elle Russ, author of Confident as F***, to dive into the transformative power of self-assurance. From breaking free of victimhood to harnessing your true potential, Elle shares how confidence shapes every…
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351: Reset Your Money Beliefs with Special Guest Darren Wurz
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57:27In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I’m sitting down with Darren Wurz, financial advisor and author of The Lawyer Millionaire, to talk about something many lawyers struggle with: Money mindset. We dig into the beliefs you might have about money — beliefs you probably don’t even realize are running the show — and how those beliefs are impacting y…
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Embrace Your Best Self: Invincible, Not Invisible With Fiona Lambert
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24:29Despite the many unfair limitations society, you must never succumb to them and become just another average person. Do whatever you can to not be invisible but instead become truly invincible at any age. Join Penny Zenker for an inspiring conversation with Fiona Lambert, author of Invincible Not Invisible: Change Your Body And Your Mindset in 90 Da…
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350: The Art of Trial Preparation with Elizabeth Larrick
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54:34Preparing for trial is an art. You need different perspectives to know what you need to win your trial or whether you should take your case to trial at all. On this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I’ve invited special guest Elizabeth Larrick who specializes in helping lawyers prepare their cases for the best possible result at trial. Our conversatio…
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The 8% Club: Achieving Extraordinary Goals in 2025
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28:12Send us a text As we kick off 2025, I’m sharing my personal journey of setting super big dreamy goals and how you can do the same. In this episode, I’ll walk you through how I’m using visualization, bold actions, and deep self-reflection to create a powerful roadmap for success this year. Key Moments You Won't Want to Miss: Why 2025 is My Year for …
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Growth Mindset Reimagined In Uncertain Times With Dr. Rebecca Homkes
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26:25In order to survive the most trying and uncertain times in your life, you must learn how to embrace a growth mindset to unlock new ways to approach every obstacle along your path. In this episode, high-growth strategy specialist Dr. Rebecca Homkes joins Penny Zenker for a dynamic discussion on how leaders should embrace change, challenge assumption…
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You've got your goals set for the year, and now it's time to learn how to stay committed to your goals. If you’ve ever struggled to follow through on your plans or felt overwhelmed by obstacles along the way, this episode is for you. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, you'll learn: ✔️ Why constraint is your secret weapon for achieving goals ✔️ …
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👉 Download the Precision Planning Workbook I mention in this episode here: https://dinacataldo.com/precisionplanning. Whether you're looking to grow your law practice, reclaim your time, or create a more fulfilling life, I’m sharing three actionable strategies to help you move into the new year with clarity, focus, and confidence. If you’re ready t…
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Living The Joy-Success Cycle With Kevin Surace
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26:20The joy-success cycle is a powerful concept that will allow you to approach life and work in a more positive and purposeful way. In this episode, Penny Zenker sits down with Kevin Surace, Silicon Valley innovator, serial entrepreneur, and the father of the Virtual Assistant, to explore how joy and success are interconnected. He offers practical tip…
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Show Notes: Embracing Your Perfection If you’ve ever felt “not good enough” or caught yourself believing that you’re inherently flawed, this episode is for you. I’m taking a deep, honest look at the idea of perfection—not as something to achieve, but as something you already hold within you. We’ll explore the structures that taught us to question o…
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Grieving, Achieving, and Gratitude: A Reflection on 2024 with Becca Powers
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19:29Send us a text In this episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, I take a moment to share my personal reflections on 2024—a year filled with grief, achievement, and gratitude. Through vulnerable storytelling, I invite you to join me in reframing challenges and victories, offering insights into resilience, self-appreciation, and intentional living. Key Mo…
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346: The Mental Game of Billing Contemporaneously
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28:06Billing Contemporaneously isn’t just about knowing "how" to do it — it’s about what’s happening between your ears. When you recognize that billing on time is a mental game, you can break free from the cycle of putting it off and stressing at the end of the month. In this episode, you'll understand: Why billing contemporaneously is more about mindse…
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Work Backwards And Reclaim Your Life With Tim Duggan
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34:49If you feel your life is revolving solely on your work, you are doomed to experience burnout and lose sight of your true purpose. Tim Duggan is here to discuss how you can work backwards and gain a more positive perception of your career. Joining Penny Zenker, he shares how to evaluate your MAP – meaning, anchors, and priorities – to enrich your ca…
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345: How to 10X Your Time & Money Investments
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40:08👉 Doors close to Time Peace for Lawyers™ Friday, December 13th, 2024. Click here to learn more and enroll now. Or go to: https://dinacataldo.com/timepeace. ********* In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, you'll learn how to 10x your time and money investments. There are 9 mindsets and actions I take in every investment decision I make that have pr…
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How to Harness Fear and Emotions for Lasting Change with Dina Cataldo
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33:15Send us a text What happens when you start listening to your heart and follow a path that aligns with your true self? In this transformative episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca welcomes Dina Cataldo, a former criminal prosecutor turned certified master coach, to share her inspiring journey from the courtroom to helping others navigate their l…
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Bring Back Apprenticeships: Better Development, Better Delegation With Robert Hargrove
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21:15Apprenticeship is a game-changing approach to cultivating the next generation of leaders within your organization. Join Penny Zenker and CEO coach Robert Hargrove as they discuss building a strong leadership team through mentorship and apprenticeship. As founder/CEO of Masterful Coaching and co-director of the Harvard Leadership Research Project, R…
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Time Peace for Lawyers™ is now open for enrollment. 👉 Click here to get all the details and to enroll now before we close the doors on December 13th. Or you can go to: https://dinacataldo.com/timepeace ****** What if you had a step-by-step plan to completely change how you approach your life and law practice? In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, …
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Billable Hour Hacks: Time Management Strategies With Dina Cataldo
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26:16Time management is essential for lawyers seeking to regain control of their professional and personal lives. In this episode, Penny Zenker welcomes Dina Cataldo, a coach specializing in helping lawyers, to discuss how they can find peace through effective time management strategies. Dina shares how lawyers, often overwhelmed by their demanding care…
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👉 Click here to download the Guide “3 Sneaky Problems Stealing Your Time and Productivity (and How to Fix Them Now)” Or go to: https://dinacataldo.com/timepeace to learn more about Time Peace for Lawyers™. ****** The biggest cause of unhappiness is holding onto the past. When you hold on to the past, you can't make space for something better. Inste…
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Social Media Magic in Mary Topalovic’s Journey to Success
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34:43Send us a text What if you could turn your passions into a thriving business? In this episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca sits down with Mary Topalovic, founder of Soul Connected Brand, and Becca’s own social media manager. Mary shares her journey from part-time side hustle to full-time entrepreneur, explaining how she found her path in socia…
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Government Leadership And Changing Mindsets With Lisa Madron
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20:40Changing mindsets is essential for driving progress in any organization. Without setting aside something that does not serve you anymore, you cannot achieve real impact. Diving deep into this topic with Penny Zenker is Lisa Madrone, Chief Transformation Officer for Prince William County. Together, they discuss how mindset shifts can lead to profoun…
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👉 Click here to download the Guide “3 Sneaky Problems Stealing Your Time and Productivity (and How to Fix Them Now)” Or go to: https://dinacataldo.com/timepeace to learn more about Time Peace for Lawyers™. *** The secret to better planning is a mindset focused on possibility. If you're overwhelmed by your endless to-do list or the idea of planning …
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Reclaim Your Workday: Prioritizing What Truly Matters With Marcey Rader
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24:38Productivity isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most. In this episode, Marcey Rader, award-winning productivity expert and author of Reclaim Your Workday, joins us to reveal her top tips for taking back control over your work life. From handling endless emails to setting healthy work boundaries, Marcey shares strategies that empow…
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341: 5 Tips to Manage Your Energy During the Holidays
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19:08👉 Click here to download the Guide “3 Sneaky Problems Stealing Your Time and Productivity (and How to Fix Them Now)” Or go to: https://dinacataldo.com/timepeace In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I’m sharing 5 tips to manage your energy during the holidays — so you can truly enjoy the season without feeling overwhelmed or burned out. Whether yo…
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Turn Your Story Into Impact: A Self-Publishing Journey with Founder of Book Launchers, Julie Broad
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31:13Send us a text Have you ever felt that a story inside you could inspire and transform others? In today’s episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca welcomes Julie Broad, founder of Book Launchers and a self-publishing expert. Together, they discuss the powerful impact of self-publishing, navigating challenges, and how to leverage your unique story f…
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Redefining Success Through Radical Prioritization With Gia Lacqua
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24:58Unlock the power of radical prioritization with Gia Lacqua as she empowers high-achieving working moms to overcome overwhelm and redefine success. In this episode, Penny Zenker engages Gia, a renowned trauma-informed empowerment coach and motivational speaker, in a candid discussion about the pressures faced by women juggling career, family, and pe…
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340: The Key to Effective Team Management with Penny Zenker
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49:24👉 Click here to download the Guide “3 Sneaky Problems Stealing Your Time and Productivity (and How to Fix Them Now)” Or go to: https://dinacataldo.com/timepeace to learn more about Time Peace for Lawyers™. --- Managing a team can be challenging, especially when balancing client demands, deadlines, and time constraints. That’s why I'm thrilled to in…
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If you want an expansive business and life, you must be constantly willing to upgrade it. This requires taking a look at your current ways of thinking and being in the world and challenging them. It’s not always easy to do. We often fight the process making it harder for ourselves and creating a lot of struggle. Today you’ll learn the signs you’re …
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Overcoming Leadership Shock and Reconnecting with Purpose with Pete Steinberg
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32:42Send us a text What if unlocking your full leadership potential is all about getting clear on your purpose and aligning it with your top priorities? When those two things come together, the possibilities are limitless! In this empowering episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca welcomes Pete Steinberg, an expert in authentic leadership. They dive …
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The Power Of Quantum Energy Sessions With Jocelyn Sandstrom
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29:58If you think your life is going nowhere, your goals are a bit unclear, or your mind is full of limiting beliefs, perhaps undergoing quantum energy sessions would be helpful. This method guides you on reprogramming your mindset, tapping into your inner soul, and getting awareness of what it takes to take aligned action at all times. Exploring this c…
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338: How to Build a Book of Business (without Burning Out) with Special Guest Heather Moulder
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57:46Work with Dina privately to grow your practice without feeling overwhelmed. Sign up for a Strategy Session today: 👉 Schedule a Strategy Session In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, you'll learn how to build a book of business that aligns with your values and lifestyle. I sat down with Heather Moulder, a former Big Law partner who build a multi-mi…
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337: Healing Cancer Holistically with Dr. Katie Deming
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1:01:13In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I’m thrilled to introduce Dr. Katie Deming, a former radiation oncologist who now focuses on holistic healing approaches to cancer. This year I had a cancer recurrence, and I worked with Katie to heal that recurrence holistically. Dr. Deming shares insights into how to heal cancer holistically and how her own …
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Building Success: Relationships As Your Business Asset With Chuck Hogan
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24:49In the fast-paced world of business, where tangible assets are often overvalued, true wealth lies in the strength of relationships. In this episode, Penny Zenker dives into a compelling discussion with Chuck Hogan, managing partner at Your Best Life, on why business relationships are essential for success. Chuck explores the notion that relationshi…
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336: 4 Steps to Delegate Effectively and Simply
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22:39You already know you can’t do it all, no matter how hard you try. So today, I’m sharing how to delegate effectively, more confidently, and you’ll learn how to do it in a way you can maintain quality control. Delegation is one lever you have to help you create the time and financial abundance you want. But I know a part of you thinks delegation is m…
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How 15 Minutes a Day Can Transform Your Life with Author, Sam Bennett
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31:17Send us a text What would happen if you spent just 15 minutes each day doing something that truly matters to you? In this episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca chats with Sam Bennett, author of The 15-Minute Method. Sam shares her simple yet powerful approach to beating overwhelm and making real progress by dedicating just 15 minutes a day to w…
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You’ve achieved the accomplishments, the success, and the financial security, but something still feels “off.” There’s this strange sense of emptiness, a craving for something more that you can’t quite put your finger on. If that resonates, this episode is for you. I’ll help you tune into the whispers of your heart—the ones you may unknowingly be d…
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Mind Sequencing: Your Positive Energy Toolkit With Paul Hoyt
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23:39It’s time to recharge your energy and ignite your passion! Your Positive Energy Toolkit is your ultimate guide to unlocking your inner potential and harnessing the power of positive energy. Join Penny Zenker and Paul Hoyt, the Author of Surprises on the Road to Enlightenment and The Practice of Awakening II, to explain the simple yet powerful strat…
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334: 6 Behaviors Sabotaging Your Law Practice's Success
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44:34Register for Dina's latest Masterclass: 👉 Unlock Productivity: 5 (Counterintuitive) Strategies to 10x Your Productivity Work with Dina one-on-one. Learn more here: 👉 Schedule a Strategy Session If you're tired of trying to "do it all" and feel like your work isn’t translating into the success you want in your law practice, this episode of Be a Bett…
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Transformative Techniques To Reset Your Nervous System Regulation With Michelle Grosser
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23:22Our nervous system, like a conductor, regulates everything from heartbeats to moods. Understanding this symphony can lead to healthier, more fulfilling lives. Penny Zenker welcomes Michelle Grosser, an attorney, pastor, nervous system expert, certified master life coach, and host of The Calm Mom podcast. Michelle dives deep into the power of resett…
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333: Confidently Raise and Communicate Your Rates
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51:32Register for Dina's latest Masterclass: 👉 Unlock Productivity: 5 Essential Strategies to 10x Productivity without Rushing Through Your Day Work with Dina one-on-one. Your first step is booking a Strategy Session: 👉 Schedule a Strategy Session Just the thought of raising your rates might make your palms sweat. Many lawyers hesitate to increase their…
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Celebrating Your Whole Self and Redefining Success with Rashim Mogha, CEO of EWOW
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30:28Send us a text How do you define success in a world that often tries to define it for you? In this episode, Becca sits down with Rashim Mogha, the founder and CEO of eWOW—Empowered Women of the World—a platform that supports women in discovering, visualizing, and actualizing their success on their own terms. Rashim shares her journey from escaping …
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Playing A Bigger Game: Practical Mindset Shifts For Success With Markus Kaulius
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24:35Are you ready to take control and play a bigger game in life? In this episode, Penny Zenker interviews serial entrepreneur Markus Kaulius, who has built multiple 8- and 9-figure businesses and helped millions transform their lives. Markus shares the key principle that changed everything for him: the power of choice. From mindset shifts to setting b…
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Rethinking Time Management: Mindfulness And Deep Work With Faisal Hoque
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25:36In a world driven by constant busyness, sometimes what you need is to slow down to speed up. Penny Zenker sits down with renowned entrepreneur and author Faisal Hoque to explore how mindfulness and intentionality can unlock deeper productivity and creativity. Faisal shares his journey from the hustle culture of early tech entrepreneurship to embrac…
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