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  • Are you caught in the grind of endless billable hours, back-to-back meetings, and a never-ending to-do list? Simply no time to innovate? This episode is for you.

    I’m sharing five secrets I’ve discovered during my journey to a four-day workweek—secrets that go beyond productivity hacks. These are mindset shifts that will transform how you approach your work and life, creating space for creativity, energy, and meaningful progress.

    Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

    Why idle time isn’t unproductive—it’s essential for innovation.How to define your “minimum viable work” and start saying no to the rest.The power of prioritizing deep work and organizing your day into productive categories.The importance of creating stillness to invite clarity and focus.How checking your screen time is the easy start to reclaiming your day.

    We also explore:

    The myths behind billable hours and why energy—not time—delivers true value.Lessons from groundbreaking four-day workweek experiments in the UK and Iceland.Why joy and excitement should guide your decisions, not the cult of busyness.

    Resources & Links Mentioned:

    Studies on four-day workweeks in Iceland and UK.

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  • Do you ever feel stuck in a cycle of perfectionism and procrastination?

    You’re not alone, friend. Whether it’s fear of failure or feeling overwhelmed by the size of a project, procrastination can keep us from making meaningful progress. But what if there’s a way to move forward with clarity and confidence?

    In this episode of Legal Innovation Simplified, I’ll share how legal design—a human-centered methodology—can help you overcome procrastination and drive innovation in your legal work. Learn what legal design is, how it works, and how you can start applying its principles to your own practice. With actionable insights, relatable stories, and a simple journaling exercise, this episode will inspire you to take that first step toward progress.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode

    Why perfectionism and fear of failure keep us stuck in procrastination.The key components of legal design: process, toolbox, mindset, and intuitive expertise.How the Double Diamond framework can simplify innovation into actionable steps.A 5-day journaling exercise to identify areas for improvement and spark meaningful change.

    Key Takeaways

    Legal design is more than beautifully designed contracts—it’s a framework for solving real problems.Breaking innovation into small, actionable steps can help overcome fear and overwhelm.User-centered thinking is the key to creating impactful legal solutions.Progress, not perfection, is the real driver of meaningful change.

    Links & Resources

    Learn More About Legal DesignBritish Design Council’s Double Diamond Model

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  • Have you ever wondered if your job as a lawyer could be taken over by AI?

    You’re not alone—this question is making waves across the legal industry. But here’s the thing: innovation isn’t just about technology, and AI isn’t the whole story.

    Welcome to the very first episode of Legal Innovation Simplified! In this debut, let’s address the big question: Will AI replace lawyers? Spoiler alert—it’s not as simple as you think. Instead, discover how tapping into your human-centered superpowers, like intuition and empathy, can help you thrive in this era of transformation.

    I’ll share my unique perspective as a legal design expert and PhD researcher, exploring why real innovation starts with people—not just tools. You’ll walk away inspired, empowered, and equipped with practical steps to navigate the rapidly evolving legal landscape.

    What you’ll learn in yhis episode

    Why innovation isn’t just about AI—it’s about people.How to turn fear of AI into opportunities for growth and creativity.The transformative role of intuition and empathy in modern legal practice.A simple exercise to unlock clarity and connect with your inner resources.

    Key takeaways

    AI is a powerful tool, but it’s not a replacement for the human touch.Stillness and intuition are essential for transformative ideas.A human-centered approach to innovation focuses on empathy and collaboration.You have the power to shape your future in this AI-driven world—AI complements your expertise, not replaces it.

    Links & Resources

    Clio Legal Trends Report 2024 (Explore AI’s impact on the legal industry)Stanford’s Creativity in Business Course (Learn how inner work drives innovation)Asta Raami’s Research on Intuition (Discover intuition’s role in breakthroughs)

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  • Welcome to Legal Innovation Simplified Podcast–where legal design meets business strategy and a growth mindset.

    This podcast is for creative, heart-centered lawyers and legal entrepreneurs who know the old ways of lawyering just don’t cut it anymore. If you’re tired of the rigid, snobbish, work-till-you-drop culture and dream of building a business with purpose, freedom, and impact—you’re in the right place.

    Here, we ditch the outdated and embrace the creative. We approach legal innovation as a human capacity rooted in your potential, drawing on your intuition and purpose. If you thought that legal innovation was all about AI, let me show you another way.

    I’ll bring you practical strategies and bold ideas—from design thinking and client-centered strategies to simplifying legal tech, tackling mindset blocks, and unleashing your creativity. Whether you want to innovate your legal practice, scale your business, or make your work feel transformational (not just transactional), this podcast is for you.

    I’m Hannele Korhonen—an ex-corporate lawyer turned law firm founder, legal tech co-founder, designer, PhD researcher, and your legal innovation coach. I went from burnout and paralyzing fears to owning a business of helping lawyers around the globe build businesses they love while staying true to themselves.

    My mission? To help you escape the grind of billable hours lawyer, design the legal business you’ve been dreaming of by scaling law with heart.

    So, grab your favorite mug, settle in, and let’s dream big. Ready? Let’s do this!

    Thanks for listening to the trailer! If this resonated with you, I’d love your support. Please take a moment to leave a five-star rating and review—it helps me spread the word to more legal innovators like you. Thank you, friend!

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    Connect with me:

    🌐 Website: lawyersdesignschool.com

    📸 Instagram: @curious_hannele

    💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hannelekorhonen