No One Is Coming to Save You (And 6 More Truths You Need to Hear)
Episode Description: Welcome to Episode 100 of Powerhouse Lawyers! After nearly 8,000 downloads and a year of uncomfortable growth, host Erin Gerner shares seven hard truths she's learned through 100 episodes of podcasting and 45 years of life. If you're a high-achieving woman waiting for someone or something to change your life, fix your career, or give you permission to want something different—this episode is for you. Because here's truth number one: No one is coming to save you. And that's either the most terrifying thing you'll hear today—or the most liberating.Key Topics CoveredWhy no one is coming to rescue you (and why that's actually good news)How to kick your own ass when motivation doesn't come naturallyWhy you don't need permission—you need actionWhat to do when you don't feel ready (spoiler: do it anyway)How big changes actually happen (hint: small daily actions)Why discomfort is a green light, not a stop signTaking responsibility for your life and careerConnect or Work with Erin: Instagram: @eringernerLinkedIn: Erin GernerWebsite: www.eringerner.comBook a Call HERE
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A Former Version of You Prayed for This Life: Breaking Free from Comparison
Episode 1: A Former Version of You Prayed for This Life: Breaking Free from ComparisonEpisode Description: In this solo episode, Erin gets vulnerable about her 45th birthday funk and the comparison trap that nearly stole her joy. She shares the powerful message that shifted everything: "The life you are living now, a former version of you prayed for." If you've ever looked around at everyone else's highlight reel and felt like you're somehow behind, this episode is for you.Key Topics CoveredWhy comparison feels heavier in your 40sThe negativity bias: why your brain only sees what you don't haveHow social media amplified the comparison trap beyond our immediate circleThe life-changing question: "Do I even want what they have?"The answered prayer audit: what did 35-year-old you desperately want?Why your current reality (even the messy parts) might be exactly what you prayed forTimestamps0:00 - Welcome back! Holiday mode and daylight savings rants2:08 - The comparison trap at 45: why midlife hits different4:00 - How comparison steals more than just your joy6:14 - Erin's 45th birthday funk: feeling behind despite building everything from scratch8:28 - The church message that changed everything10:42 - The only person who can save you from comparison is you12:18 - Why comparison ramps up in your 40s (the science behind it)14:19 - Social media's role: comparing to everyone's highlight reel16:16 - Practical tips: Do you even want what they have?18:16 - The 10-year exercise: what did younger you pray for?20:07 - Your worth is not based on someone else's highlight reelCall to ActionIf this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow lawyer or friend who needs to hear this message. Tag Erin on social media and let her know how you combat the comparison trap—she'd love to hear from you!Don't forget to subscribe to the Powerhouse Lawyers podcast so you never miss an episode.Connect with ErinInstagram: @eringernerLinkedIn: Erin GernerWebsite: eringerner.com Have a topic you'd love to hear covered on the podcast? DM Erin and let her know!
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Be a Goldfish: The 10-Second Memory That Will Save Your Career
In this episode, Erin Gerner returns to the Powerhouse Lawyers podcast after a four-month hiatus, sharing her journey of self-reflection and the importance of taking breaks. She discusses the challenges of feeling obligated to produce content and the need for clarity in one's path. Erin emphasizes that taking a break is not a sign of failure but a necessary recalibration. She explores the difference between pushing through and pushing forward, the fear of judgment from others, and the importance of defining success on one's own terms. The episode concludes with a renewed vision for the podcast, focusing on empowerment and support for women in law.00:00 Reconnecting with the Audience02:56 The Importance of Taking Breaks05:44 Pushing Through vs. Pushing Forward08:52 Overcoming the Fear of Judgment11:47 Defining Success on Your Own Terms14:43 The Power of Evolution and Growth17:33 A New Vision for the PodcastStay connected with Erin GernerWebsite https://www.eringerner.com/Â Â LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gerner/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/erin.w.gernerInstagram https://www.instagram.com/eringerner/?hl=en
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Stop Checking Boxes & Start Building a Life You Actually Love
Today, I'm reflecting on my journey through the legal profession and the importance of redefining success on your own terms. I discuss the 'success trap' that many high achievers fall into, where they pursue goals based on external expectations rather than personal fulfillment. Self-reflection, understanding personal values, and taking intentional actions is key to create a fulfilling career and life.--Stay connected with Erin GernerWebsite https://www.eringerner.com/Â Â LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gerner/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/erin.w.gernerInstagram https://www.instagram.com/eringerner/?hl=en
Are you an ambitious attorney who wants to build a life and career that you cannot wait to wake up for? Then you're in the right place.
Welcome to Powerhouse Lawyers, a podcast for the Powerhouse in each of us.
I am your host, Erin Gerner. A former lawyer, wife, mom, and life coach, and I am on a mission to empower women in the law to define success on their terms, by leveraging their unique superpowers to help them win in both law and life. Join me each week to hear inspiring stories, real talk, and practical tips.
You need to redefine the toxic narratives that are keeping women overwhelmed, trying to do it all. You are worthy and capable of building a life and career that you have always wanted, and I'm here to empower you along the way. So if you are ready to practice law differently, let's go.
Ireland