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This Legal Life: Lessons Learned from a Life in LegalPurpose, Burnout, and the Business of Being Well: Hannah Beko on Law, Life, and Leading with AuthenticityIn this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga sits down with Hannah Beko — lawyer, coach, author, and mental health advocate — to explore her journey from commercial real estate partner to a purpose-driven legal entrepreneur. Hannah shares how a life-altering moment with her father’s health catalyzed her pivot toward coaching, wellness, and redefining success in law. With honesty and warmth, she unpacks the challenges of running multiple businesses, confronting imposter syndrome, and building a legal life anchored in authenticity. This episode is a powerful look at the intersection of legal leadership, resilience, and humanity.Gues...2025-04-0836 min
AI Lawyer Talking TechAI in Legal: Trends and InsightsWelcome to another episode of 'AI Lawyer Talking Tech,' your weekly briefing on the most significant developments at the intersection of artificial intelligence and the legal profession. Today, we delve into the rapid integration of AI tools across various legal domains, from enhancing workflow efficiency and testimony analysis to raising crucial questions about copyright, ethics, and the future of legal practice. Stay tuned as we unpack the latest news and offer insights into how these technological advancements are reshaping the legal landscape for professionals and the industry as a whole.Data Protection Regulations and Their Impact...2025-03-2512 min
Notes To My (Legal) SelfSeason 10, Episode 10: Why Authenticity Matters in Law (with Hannah Beko)Have you ever wondered how authenticity could transform the legal profession? Discover why being true to yourself is a game-changer for lawyers in this episode with Hannah Beko. As part of the "Legal Operations in the Age of AI and Data" book tour, we invite you to explore how authenticity can revolutionize the legal field.
Join us for an enlightening session with Hannah Beko, a commercial property lawyer and founder of Authentically Speaking. With years of experience coaching and training thousands of lawyers, Hannah is an authority on professional skills development. She’s also th...2024-11-1331 min
The Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoInterview with Ben Grimes, Leadership Coach for LawyersIn this episode Ben shares his fascinating journey into the US Army where he Blackhawk helicopters and became a military lawyer and then a managing attorney for a large government agency. Always passionate about leadership, Ben is now a coach for lawyers helping them to develop the skills and unlock the confidence to bring their best selves to work, build great teams, and deliver for their clients. We have a lot in common and had a great discussion about why great leadership proves so elusive in law and how and why this needs to change. 2024-05-0334 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Be More Authentic in Your Career feat. Hannah BekoHannah Beko, a seasoned real estate lawyer and founder of Authentically Speaking, shares her journey of finding her authentic voice and helping other lawyers do the same. Through her coaching and training programs, Hannah empowers lawyers to navigate stress, burnout, and low self-esteem, encouraging them to explore diverse career paths and embrace their true selves in the legal profession. Join us as Hannah delves into her experiences and insights on personal growth and professional development in the legal field.LAWYER SIDE HUSTLESAuthentically Speaking is a business founded by Hannah Beko, a...2024-04-2525 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoInterview with Luaskya Nonon, Employment Attorney and DEI ConsultantLuaskya Nonon has been an employment attorney for 20 years and, alongside her legal work has created the Diversity Equity and Inclusion consultancy Equity Principle Consulting. This is taken from the front page of her website. I'm in complete agreement with it, and that's why I was so keen to have a conversation with Luaskya.If you keep doing things the way you always have, there should be no surprise when you get the same results.No More Business As UsualIn this episode we dive...2024-04-1231 min
The Student Lawyer PodcastAuthenticity and wellbeing in the legal profession, with Hannah BekoIn this episode, Camilla Uppal is joined by Hannah Beko, author of the bestselling book The Authentic Lawyer. Hannah provides insight into the key issues with the culture in many law firms, and her opinion on how law firms could help tackle the issues that lawyers face. Hannah also explains what it means to be an authentic lawyer, the benefits of being authentic, how lawyers can maintain a work/life balance, and much more.
As well as being a best-selling author and successful business owner, Hannah is a commercial property lawyer with 17 years’ experience which enables her to...2024-03-3027 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoInterview with Claire Payne, Property Litigation Lawyer, Tribunal Judge and Business Coach talking about working with WolvesThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond Podcast with Hannah Beko, Lawyer, Author, Speaker, Coach & TrainerIn this episode, we talk to Claire about her portfolio career, from leading a property litigation team inside an international law firm to becoming a tribunal judge, founding a business consultancy, being a non-executive director, and now working with wolves! Having followed Claire's journey over the past few years, it was fantastic to hear more about how meeting the wolves inspired her to adapt her mini MBA course to include retreats in the wild with these great creatures. We hear a...2024-02-1638 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoInterview with Texas PI Attorney Lesley Holloway on law, life, parenthood and mentoringWhat a pleasure it was to speak with Lesley about her experiences of running a PI practice during and post lockdown and how they came out "fighting" for their clients when the courts reopened.We also discussed perceived differences between the profession in the UK and US (and no most of us UK lawyers don't take 8 weeks holiday and finish at 2pm as a rule :-))To watch the video version, please visit https://youtu.be/OsX-jglWb4o You can find out more about Lesley here https://www.lesleyholloway.com About...2023-12-1927 min
Build Your Legal Business PodcastInterview with Donna Ohdedar on pivoting her career and beginning SILP SchoolLike many lawyers, Donna found herself questioning whether she wanted to remain a practising lawyer and decided to pivot her career. In this episode we discuss how we can use a legal career as a springboard to other pursuits and just how versatile it can be. At the end of our conversation, I reference our Side Hustles for Lawyers episode, which you can find here https://www.buzzsprout.com/1781685/10187664More about Donna: Donna has 16 years public sector experience, including her last role as Head of Law for a leading metropolitan authority. Now a saf...2023-10-3025 min
She Rebel RadioWriting for Authenticity with Hannah Beko Author of ‘The Authentic Lawyer’’ Hannah Beko joins me to share more about authenticity and her authenticity journey. During the episode, we discuss how to discover more of your authenticity, what that may mean for each of us and we also explore our current relationship with authenticity and how it can become confused with vulnerability and/or emotional dumping. Hannah recommends the Big Leap with Gay Hendricks. Connect with Hannah : https://authenticallyspeaking.co.uk/ Connect with Lulu Minns : www.luluminns.com 2023-10-2737 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversations with Darren Francis - Do clients care about our working hours?Client Listening Expert Darren and Lawyer, Coach/Trainer & Author Hannah Beko, discuss the expectations lawyers put on themselves to work long hours and how clients really view it - is it really what they expect? How have things changed post-pandemic? Do lawyers put the pressure on themselves to be all things to all people unnecessarily, damaging their own mental health and well-being at the same time as potentially reducing client service excellence?You can connect with Darren here Darren Francis | LinkedIn Working long hours under pressure increases the risk of lawyer...2023-10-2329 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversations with Darren Francis - Do clients care about working hours?In this post pandemic world, have the expectations of clients changed? Do they care what time their lawyers work until? Are they more aware of different working patterns and do some clients actively promote the use of usual working hours rather than expecting their lawyer to work late? In this episode, I speak with Client Listening expert Darren Francis about his thoughts on this topic which clients have raised with him when he's engaged by firms to conduct client listening interviews. About your host, Hannah BekoPodcast host Hannah B...2023-09-1529 min
The Mix Down w/ Fernando GThe Mix Down - Episode 11 - Fernando G & Hrag BekoOn this Episode of the Mix Down, Fernando G hits the decks alongside Hrag Beko, A DJ out of Los Angeles who is making in name for himself in the DJ and House production world. This is a 1-hour edited version of our live 4-hour show that airs every Saturday , 8pm to midnight on Vibe 99.7 in Las Vegas and VIBE997.com everywhere else.Follow the DJsFernando GHrag BekoFernando G's Tracklist1. Rihanna – Lift Me Up – Sergio Villanueva Remix2. Greg Gould – Marching On – Dave Aude Remix3. Ry...2023-05-031h 00
Danny GrunowThe Collector - Inside My World 031 (15-02-2023)Bringing you this massive extended edition of Inside My World for February, picked 71 massive new tunes for you. Get a listen to more than 4 hours of music and get lost.
Youtube recording video:
https://youtu.be/VcpKEUV0e90
Tracklist
https://1001.tl/1qf7r159
01 Curol - Altyd (Wolsh Remix) [Braslive]
02 GUZ feat. Hannah Boleyn - Time After Time [Tomorrowland]
03 Choujaa & EGGSTA - Drown [Gahara]
04 KWONE - Close To Me [Symphonic Distribution]
05 Blink, Kazden & Jetty Rachers feat. Robbie Rosen - One Day Soon [Crash & Smile]
06 Dada Life - This Time (Never Be Alone Again) (Vion Konger Remix) [Crash & Smile]
07 Armin van Buuren...2023-02-154h 22
Build Your Legal Business PodcastBuild Your Legal Business - Interview with Ange De Lumiere the Spiritual Lawyer and MentorThis is the podcast for lawyers who want to grow and scale their legal business (and their life) without burning out! In this interview, Ange and I discuss: Her journey from corporate M&A and telecoms lawyer to training in hypnotism and moving into the coaching and mentoring space for entrepreneurs. Why the problem identifying mindset is different to problem solving and how we lawyerpreneurs can switch between these. Tips on client attraction and retention for lawyers. Feel free to connect with Ange here:www.linkedin.com/in/ange-de-lumiere-992545109/ www.theintuitiverevolution.co.uk2023-01-2742 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversation with Emma Davies, vice president of Cilex and author of Take My Hair (but not my humour)I really enjoyed my conversation with Emma about her experiences of qualifying through ilex, her mental and physical health struggles and how this shaped her response to lockdown/the pandemic. Emma talks a little about her book Take My Hair (but not my humour) and how humour (and friendship) helped her through a breast cancer diagnosis. Do connect with Emma on Linkedin here https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-davies -0b678b22/ where you can find out more about Cilex and order a copy of her book! About your host, Hannah Beko2022-11-2143 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversation with Rebecca Penfold, Criminal Defence & Regulatory BarristerI was delighted to record this episode with Rebecca talking about her experiences of working throughout the pandemic, how she feels more isolated now than in lockdown, and the challenges facing the criminal Bar at the moment. After meeting Rebecca at my Manchester launch of The Authentic Lawyer book, we also discussed Authenticity in the Law and how she believes this has impacted her own work, plus how she takes care of her mental health and wellbeing, especially in challenging times. You can find Rebecca on Twitter @RebeccaLPenfold. About your host, Hannah Beko2022-09-1730 minBuild Your Legal Business PodcastBuild Your Legal Business - Interview with Darren Francis the Client Listening ExpertThis is the podcast for lawyers who want to grow and scale their business (and their life) without burning out! In this 2-way interview, Darren and I discuss: What Client Listening is and why it's especially important for self-employed lawyers and consultants and not only for large firmsWhat clients really think about lawyers and how they'd like them to be less "lawyer-ish"How being an Authentic Lawyer plays into client satisfaction levels; and What Darren really thinks about my book! Feel free to connect with Darren here https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenfrancis/This...2022-06-2034 minBuild Your Legal Business PodcastBuild Your Legal Business - Interview with Darren Francis the Client Listening ExpertThis is the podcast for lawyers who want to grow and scale their business without burning out! In this 2-way interview, Darren and I discuss: What Client Listening is and why it's especially important for self-employed lawyers and consultants and not only for large firmsWhat clients really think about lawyers and how they'd like them to be less "lawyer-ish"How being an Authentic Lawyer plays into client satisfaction levels; and What Darren really thinks about my book! This podcast is for you if you're: a self-employed consultant/freelance solicitor a sole practitioner a legal busines...2022-06-2034 minBuild Your Legal Business PodcastBuild Your Legal Business - The Book Launch Episode!This is the podcast for lawyers who want to grow and scale their business without burning out! This episode was recorded right before the launch of The Authentic Lawyer book on 21st May 2022 and to celebrate I share with you a section of the book on goals and plans and their importance inside our businesses. You can find the book here: https://amzn.to/3sOb47E"A must-read!" Hannah is a fine example of how to embrace being your true authentic self in the workplace. Hannah is one of a kind, showcased by ho...2022-05-2013 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversation with Emma Cowell, Consultant Solicitor and Mentor to Junior LawyersFor this episode, I had a great discussion with Emma Cowell. In this episode, Emma shares her journey from "usual practice" into a combination of floristry and consultancy. She talks about the pressures on junior lawyers. Emma describes herself as a lawyer, friend, mentor, lipstick enthusiast and all-around champion of women! She is on a mission to start a legal revolution. And I second that! Emma has also started a website offering information and support to those thinking about their future in law - https://lawlifemanchester.co.uk/Do connect with Emma...2022-03-1122 minBuild Your Legal Business PodcastBuild Your Legal Business Podcast - Lawyer Side HustlesThis is the podcast for lawyers who want to grow and scale their business without burning out! In this episode, I'm talking about potential "side hustles" you might have as a legal professional that you may not be making the most of plus, what comes up when you put your name into google?! This podcast is for you if you're: a self-employed consultant/freelance solicitor a legal business owner a lawyer who wants to explore self-employment in your futuresomeone who wonders if their legal career is for them or if they need a change...We...2022-03-0410 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversation with Sarah Giles, former head of HR, now confidence and resilience coachFor our first episode of 2022, I was delighted to be joined for a chat by Sarah Giles. Sarah and I met a few years ago and were united in our shared passion for lawyer wellbeing.In this episode, Sarah shares with me why she decided to leave HR after 16 years and to create her own business as a confidence and resilience coach in the pandemic, alongside homeschooling! We discuss the mindset shifts it takes to build your own business and also Sarah shares her tips for building more confidence and resilience. D...2022-01-2127 min
Legally Speaking PodcastHow to Be a Lawyer and Do It All - Hannah Beko - S5E11Send us a text This week on the Legally Speaking Podcast, our host Robert Hanna welcomes Hannah Beko. Hannah is a property partner at Gunnercooke LLP where she specialises in both commercial and personal property matters working for innovative investors and develops. Since 2016, Hannah has worked as a coach and trainer to the legal profession speaking out on areas such as mental health and happiness in law and now has a number of resources relating to this on her Authentically Sp...2022-01-1032 minBuild Your Legal Business PodcastBuild Your Legal Business - Ideas for some Christmas Business Development ActivitiesThis is the podcast for lawyers who want to grow and scale their business without burning out! In this episode, I share with you some ideas about Christmas Business Development activities. I hope you find some of these ideas useful and of course, I'd love to read them, feel free to drop me a message on Linkedin! This podcast is for you if you're: a self-employed consultant/freelance solicitor a legal business owner a lawyer who wants to explore self-employment in your futuresomeone who wonders if their legal career is for them or if...2021-12-2216 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversation with Steve Lawlor, Mental Health Lawyer and MD of Lawlor's Law LimitedIn this episode of Friday Conversations, I had a great conversation with Steve about what a Mental Health lawyer is and the sorts of work he gets involved with. I asked Steve to tell us how he "decompresses" after a day dealing with very challenging work. He shared the importance of creating space away from work and having strong boundaries around work time and home time. Steve also told us a little about his journey in starting his own business Lawlor's Law Limited. He is also the host of the Legal Wolf Podcast talk...2021-10-0828 minThe Law in Lockdown and Beyond, with Hannah BekoFriday Conversations, interview with Viktor Osasu, banking & finance lawyer and mentorIn this episode of Friday Conversations, I had a fantastic chat with Viktor Osasu a banking and finance lawyer, mentor to junior lawyers and speaker on fishing for talent in unconventional pools. Viktor discusses how we can "fish for talent" in unconventional places and also the importance of mentoring to both junior and senior lawyers. On 11th September Viktor will be hosting his first mentoring masterclass on How to Kick-start a Successful Career - Things I wish I knew. It is aimed at those who are just qualifying or starting new roles and jobs.2021-09-0527 minBuild Your Legal Business PodcastBuild Your Legal Business Podcast with guest Michael Burne, founder of Carbon Law PartnersThis is the podcast for lawyers who want to grow and scale their business without burning out! In this episode Michael and I discuss: How his experience as an in house lawyer buying legal services led to the creation of Carbon Law Partners after realising just how broken the old system was; We discussed Carbon's founding principles of equity share, excellence in service and legacy for the future; Hear more about the brand new Bamboo platform and how so far there has been little thought given to what happens when a self-employed consultant wants to retire. The...2021-09-0341 min