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TRP 225: Curating Your Career with Dena Lefkowitz
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In this episode of The Rainmaking Podcast, host Scott Love speaks with Dena Lefkowitz, executive coach and author of Winning in Your Own Court, about how professionals can develop confidence and overcome self-doubt in business development. Dena explains that many high-achieving professionals struggle with imposter syndrome and hesitation when it comes to networking, pitching, and asking for business. She emphasizes that confidence is a skill that can be developed through mindset shifts, intentional practice, and strategic action.
Key topics include how to reframe self-doubt as a sign of growth, the importance of preparing and practicing business development conversations, and how to turn fear of rejection into motivation. Dena shares practical strategies for professionals who feel uncomfortable with selling, including how to make networking feel natural, how to build confidence through small wins, and how to create a personal brand that attracts business. She also discusses the power of storytelling in business development, explaining how professionals can use their personal experiences to connect with clients and referral sources. This episode provides valuable insights for professionals looking to develop confidence, embrace business development, and take control of their career success.
Visit: https://therainmakingpodcast.com/
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Dena Lefkowitz, Esq., PCC is the founder of Achievement by Design, LLC, a leading executive coaching firm focused on helping lawyers find career direction and partnering with law firms and law departments to help attorneys become great rainmakers and leaders. Dena is the award-winning author of Winning in Your Own Court: 10 Laws for a Successful Career Without Burning Out or Selling Out (American Bar Association 2021). Prior to coaching, Dena practiced law for over 20 years and was General Counsel to the Office of Open Records in Harrisburg, PA, and to the Chester Upland School District.
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This show is sponsored by Leopard Solutions Legal Intelligence Suite of products, Firmscape, and Leopard BI. Push ahead of the pack with the power of Leopard. For a free demo, visit this link:
https://www.leopardsolutions.com/index.php/request-a-demo/
Links:
https://achievementbydesign.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/denalefkowitz/
Order Dena’s book, Winning In Your Own Court
https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Your-Court-Dena-Lefkowitz/dp/1639051309
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281 episodes
Manage episode 453869232 series 138823
In this episode of The Rainmaking Podcast, host Scott Love speaks with Dena Lefkowitz, executive coach and author of Winning in Your Own Court, about how professionals can develop confidence and overcome self-doubt in business development. Dena explains that many high-achieving professionals struggle with imposter syndrome and hesitation when it comes to networking, pitching, and asking for business. She emphasizes that confidence is a skill that can be developed through mindset shifts, intentional practice, and strategic action.
Key topics include how to reframe self-doubt as a sign of growth, the importance of preparing and practicing business development conversations, and how to turn fear of rejection into motivation. Dena shares practical strategies for professionals who feel uncomfortable with selling, including how to make networking feel natural, how to build confidence through small wins, and how to create a personal brand that attracts business. She also discusses the power of storytelling in business development, explaining how professionals can use their personal experiences to connect with clients and referral sources. This episode provides valuable insights for professionals looking to develop confidence, embrace business development, and take control of their career success.
Visit: https://therainmakingpodcast.com/
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Dena Lefkowitz, Esq., PCC is the founder of Achievement by Design, LLC, a leading executive coaching firm focused on helping lawyers find career direction and partnering with law firms and law departments to help attorneys become great rainmakers and leaders. Dena is the award-winning author of Winning in Your Own Court: 10 Laws for a Successful Career Without Burning Out or Selling Out (American Bar Association 2021). Prior to coaching, Dena practiced law for over 20 years and was General Counsel to the Office of Open Records in Harrisburg, PA, and to the Chester Upland School District.
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This show is sponsored by Leopard Solutions Legal Intelligence Suite of products, Firmscape, and Leopard BI. Push ahead of the pack with the power of Leopard. For a free demo, visit this link:
https://www.leopardsolutions.com/index.php/request-a-demo/
Links:
https://achievementbydesign.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/denalefkowitz/
Order Dena’s book, Winning In Your Own Court
https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Your-Court-Dena-Lefkowitz/dp/1639051309
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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