Personal Finance for Lawyers

If you're a lawyer making six figures but trapped in a cycle of debt, you're not alone. However, you make too much and work too hard to be in this situation. Luckily, there's hope. In this episode, let's talk about what keeps lawyers in the debt cycle and how to get out. Head to rhothomas.com/319 for the full episode show notes.

Too many lawyers are living paycheck to paycheck, never have money for the things they want, or are racking up credit card debt. If you can relate, this one's for you. In this episode, I'm sharing a training from one of my private programs that dives into how to align your spending effectively and some common pitfalls to look out for. Head to rhothomas.com/318 for the full episode show notes.

Think you're the only lawyer who struggles with your money? After coaching hundreds of lawyers, I can confidently say that's not the case. In this episode, I'm sharing some of the sticky scenarios my clients faced with setting goals and their money mindset over the years and how I coached them through. Head to rhothomas.com/317 for the full episode show notes.

It can feel really bad to find yourself in a position where you're bleeding money. Lawyers sometimes find themselves in this position for a variety of reasons, but it's not the end. It's completely possible to turn things around. In this rewind episode, let's talk about 4 steps to take if you find yourself bleeding money. Head to https://www.rhothomas.com/316 for the full episode show notes.

The way we feel about money is hugely important. Having negative feelings about your finances drains your energy and impacts your day-to-day experience of life. The value of feeling better about your money can't be overstated. In this rewind episode, let's talk about one of my clients' experiences with feeling better about her money and why feeling better about your money is so important. Head to rhothomas.com/315 for the full episode show notes.

Any lawyer who wants to have freedom and options in their life and career needs to learn about financial independence. Learning about this concept set my husband and me on a path that has changed our lives. In this episode, let's explore the concept of financial independence, including my best tips for any lawyer who's interested in getting started. Head to rhothomas.com/314 for the full episode show notes (including the books referenced at the end).

We know that annual expenses like summer camp and the holidays are coming every year, but somehow they catch most people off guard. The key in not allowing these expenses to stress you out is to plan for them. In this episode, let's talk about how to make big annual expenses feel more manageable and create a clear plan to handle them without stress. Head to rhothomas.com/313 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a strategy session at rhothomas.com/apply.

Building wealth is about way more than your income. It starts with the way you think about money. In this episode, I'm sharing a lesson from one of my group programs about the importance of changing the way you think about money to align with wealth-building. Head to rhothomas.com/312 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a strategy session at rhothomas.com/apply.

One of the most powerful skills you can learn is how to say "no" to yourself. Society is filled with opportunities for instant gratification, but learning to say "no" is a powerful tool in your wealth-building journey. In this episode, let's talk about why delayed gratification is so important, along with some tips to help you say "no" more often. Head to rhothomas.com/311 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a strategy session at rhothomas.com/apply.

If you want to be a wealthy lawyer, there's something you must know. Wealth isn't a pipe dream or just for the lucky few. Wealth is a habit that can be mastered by anyone. In this rewind episode, let's talk about the key switch you need to make to start building wealth today. Head to rhothomas.com/310 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a strategy session at rhothomas.com/apply.