Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo

Dina Cataldo
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Be a Better Lawyer with Dina Cataldo

You have clients, you're making money, and you want to expand. But how can you when you're already working as hard as ever? You can't. That's why I created Be a Better Lawyer Podcast. In this podcast you'll learn how to master the mental game as well as the strategy you need to thrive in the legal profession. We cover topics like: - Systems - Time management and billable hours - Boundaries with clients and employees - Overcoming anxiety - Stress management - Goal setting and accomplishment - Overcoming procrastination - Billing and when to raise your rates - and more This podcast bridges the gap between law school and life. About Dina: I'm a former criminal prosecutor turned Master Certified Coach for Lawyers. I coach lawyers one-on-one to help them uplevel their lives and their practices. You can learn more about working with me here: https://dinacataldo.com/stratgysession

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Confidently Raise and Communicate Your Rates

    Register 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 fees, worrying about how clients will react or fearing it could negatively impact their practice. Here’s the truth: you’re likely undercharging for the value you provide — and it’s costing you tens of thousands of dollars each year. Over the life of your practice, that adds up to hundreds of thousands left on the table. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, you’ll discover: The essential question most lawyers overlook about their practice How to know exactly when it’s time to raise your rates Proven strategies to confidently raise and communicate your rates — without discounting! How to determine when to remove or add a practice area And much more... Raising and communicating your rates confidently is crucial to the financial health of your practice. Every year you delay is revenue slipping away. By the end of this episode, you’ll not only feel empowered to raise your rates, but you’ll also know how to communicate them seamlessly to your clients. Whether you’re a seasoned attorney or just starting out, this one change will transform your business.   WORK WITH DINA Dina helps lawyers take control of their practice, find fulfillment and create a life they love. Work with her to start implementing what you're learning in this podcast. Book a Strategy Session with Dina, and together you'll elevate how you practice the law and how you build your business. During your session, Dina will help you see patterns holding you back from getting what you want. Then she'll give you a step-by-step plan that you'll implement when you work together. Click here to book a Strategy Session.   RESOURCES Register for the latest Masterclass for Lawyers Show notes   CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram @dina.cataldo On LinkedIn   LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. 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.

    52 min

  2. SEP 26

    The Mindset of Successful Attorneys

    Register for Dina's latest Masterclass: 👉 https://dinacataldo.com/october Work with Dina one-on-one. Sign up for a Strategy Session and learn more here: 👉  https://dinacataldo.com/strategysession   ON TODAY'S EPISODE In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, we dive into The Mindset of Successful Attorneys—and how small shifts in thinking can transform your life and your law practice. Ever feel like you’re working harder than ever but not seeing the success you deserve?  Most driven lawyers think they just need to push through the pain of grueling hours and end the day feeling demoralized. Demoralized because, despite all that effort, it feels like you've achieved so little. Yes, you're making money, but your life feels out of control. Without even realizing it, you may be blocking the success that’s yours for the taking. The problem isn't that you aren't working hard enough. The real problem is what's going on in your big beautiful brain. 🧠 Mindset is everything, my friend. Success isn’t just about making money—it’s about creating a life of abundance and well-being. And that kind of success requires a different way of thinking. When you shift your mindset, opportunities open up in ways you never imagined. You're better able to handle the most difficult problems and create solutions. And you create a life you actually love living. These simple yet powerful shifts I'm sharing are the solution to unlocking the success you’ve been working so hard for. ​ It's time to take control of your practice and your future. Listen in and watch how shifting your mindset transforms everything for you.   WORK WITH DINA Dina helps lawyers take control of their practice, find fulfillment and create a life they love. Work with her to start implementing what you're learning in this podcast. Book a Strategy Session with Dina, and together you'll elevate how you practice the law and how you build your business. During your session, Dina will help you see patterns holding you back from getting what you want. Then she'll give you a step-by-step plan that you'll implement when you work together. RESOURCES Register for the latest Masterclass for Lawyers Show notes   CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram @dina.cataldo On LinkedIn   LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. 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.

    43 min

  3. SEP 19

    6 Sneaky Time-Wasters (and How to Fix Them)

    Register for Dina's latest Masterclass: 👉 Kick Procrastination to the Curb: Get the Follow-Through Formula to Keep You Motivated and Taking Action in Your Law Practice https://dinacataldo.com/september Work with Dina one-on-one. Sign up for a Strategy Session to get started: 👉  Schedule a Strategy Session   On today's episode of Be a Better Lawyer I'm sharing 6 sneaky time-wasters draining your energy and preventing you from growing your practice. Time management is 25% planning and 75% mind management. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer, I'm sharing six sneaky time-wasters preventing you from taking control of your practice and your life. I'm giving you the inside scoop into how your brain can sabotage you into spinning out instead of taking action on the needle-movers in your practice. Listen in to learn the 6 sneaky time-wasters and the solutions you need to tackle them head on.   WORK WITH DINA Dina helps lawyers take control of their practice, find fulfillment and create a life they love. Work with her to start implementing what you're learning in this podcast. Book a Strategy Session with Dina, and together you'll elevate how you practice the law and how you build your business. During your session, Dina will help you see patterns holding you back from getting what you want. Then she'll give you a step-by-step plan that you'll implement when you work together.   RESOURCES   Register for the latest Masterclass for Lawyers Show notes   CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram @dina.cataldo On LinkedIn   LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. 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.

    34 min
  4. Re-Choosing Your Life

    SEP 12

    Re-Choosing Your Life

    When was the last time you re-chose your life? Did you know you could do that? You can re-choose every aspect of your life. Feel unfulfilled? You can re-choose that. Feel panicked? You can re-choose that. Feel like you don’t have a choice? You can re-choose that too. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer Podcast, I share how I’ve done these things and more in every area of my life and how you can too.   WORK WITH DINA Dina helps lawyers take control of their practice, find fulfillment and create a life they love. Work with her to start implementing what you're learning in this podcast. Book a Strategy Session with Dina, and together you'll elevate how you practice the law and how you build your business. During your session, Dina will help you see patterns holding you back from getting what you want. Then she'll give you a step-by-step plan that you'll implement when you work together.   RESOURCES Register for the latest Masterclass for Lawyers The Busy Lawyer's Ultimate Time Management Guide Show notes   CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram @dina.cataldo On LinkedIn   LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. 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.

    27 min

  5. SEP 5

    Reframing Rejection

    WORK WITH DINA Dina helps lawyers take control of their practice, find fulfillment and create a life they love. Work with her to start implementing what you're learning in this podcast. Book a Strategy Session with Dina, and together you'll elevate how you practice the law and how you build your business. During your session, Dina will help you see patterns holding you back from getting what you want. Then she'll give you a step-by-step plan that you'll implement when you work together. RESOURCES   Register for the latest Masterclass for Lawyers The Busy Lawyer's Ultimate Time Management Guide Show notes   CONNECT WITH DINA On Instagram @dina.cataldo On LinkedIn   LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. 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. Rejection is one of our biggest fears. Just the thought of someone saying "No" to us can prevent us from asking for what we want and building the life and practice we want. In this episode of Be a Better Lawyer podcast, I'm addressing three areas I see the fear of rejection come up a lot with my clients. Left unaddressed, the fear of rejection can cripple you and make your life a shadow of what it could be. Today we're talking about: selling your services raising rates asking for what you want And I've thrown in a bit of relationship rejection examples as well for good measure. Listen in to learn how to reframe rejection, so you can create the life and law practice you were meant to have.

    42 min

  6. AUG 20

    "Why Do I Snap at People So Easily?" | The Time Peace Sessions, Part 5

    Join me for Time Peace for Lawyers™: 👉  Get the details and enroll now   "Why do I snap at people so easily?" In the Time Peace Sessions, I'm answering some of the most frequently asked questions I get from lawyers. You'll gain insight into why you do what you do, and what you can begin doing to make change now.   Join me for Time Peace for Lawyers™: 👉  Get the details and enroll now

    12 min

  7. AUG 20

    "Why is it So Hard to manage My Time? | The Time Peace Sessions, Part 4

    Join me for Time Peace for Lawyers™: 👉  Get the details and enroll now   "Why is it so hard to manage my time?" In the Time Peace Sessions, I'm answering some of the most frequently asked questions I get from lawyers. You'll gain insight into why you do what you do, and what you can begin doing to make change now.   Join me for Time Peace for Lawyers™: 👉  Get the details and enroll now

    11 min

  8. AUG 20

    "Why Do I Work So hard?" | The Time Peace Sessions, Part 3

    Join me for Time Peace for Lawyers™: 👉  Get the details and enroll now   "Why do I work so hard?"  In the Time Peace Sessions, I'm answering some of the most frequently asked questions I get from lawyers. You'll gain insight into why you do what you do, and what you can begin doing to make change now.   Join me for Time Peace for Lawyers™: 👉  Get the details and enroll now

    9 min
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You have clients, you're making money, and you want to expand. But how can you when you're already working as hard as ever? You can't. That's why I created Be a Better Lawyer Podcast. In this podcast you'll learn how to master the mental game as well as the strategy you need to thrive in the legal profession. We cover topics like: - Systems - Time management and billable hours - Boundaries with clients and employees - Overcoming anxiety - Stress management - Goal setting and accomplishment - Overcoming procrastination - Billing and when to raise your rates - and more This podcast bridges the gap between law school and life. About Dina: I'm a former criminal prosecutor turned Master Certified Coach for Lawyers. I coach lawyers one-on-one to help them uplevel their lives and their practices. You can learn more about working with me here: https://dinacataldo.com/stratgysession

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