Unleash Your Inner Fire

Hosted by Brittany Leonard

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Jul 2024

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Brittany Leonard, very unintentionally, built her brand on LinkedIn. She is a General Counsel of a global technology company who also posts daily content on LinkedIn with over 7 million views annually. She post about cultivating confidence, building a stronger mindset, finding happiness in your career, and kicking ass while living life to the fullest!

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July 31, 2024Episode 416 min

Why connecting on LinkedIn and online is so important

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," with host Brittany Leonard, we dive into the significance of leveraging LinkedIn and other social media platforms to build professional relationships. By engaging online, you can establish connections and extend conversations, making in-person events and conferences much more comfortable and productive. This approach helps transform initial interactions into genuine friendships and collaborations, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable networking experience. Tune in to discover strategies for effective online networking and how it can enhance your professional journey.

July 24, 2024Episode 325 min

Fear of Failure and How to Work with It

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard tackles one of her biggest mantras that she shares frequently: Failure is a catalyst to growth! She has written so many articles and posts about this very topic! We dive into how engaging in low-stakes scenarios can help you conquer the fear of failure and build resilience. From trying new hobbies to practicing public speaking in supportive settings, discover practical strategies to boost your confidence and prepare for higher-stakes challenges. Tune in to learn how small steps can lead to big personal and professional growth!

July 17, 2024Episode 230 min

Why is the legal industry so outdated?

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," with host Brittany Leonard, we delve into why the legal industry remains stubbornly outdated, despite the benefits of modernization. Brittany has made it her mission to call out the BS of the outdated legal industry while being a champion of elevating confidence and modernization throughout her platforms. We explore the traditional mindset and reluctance to adopt new technologies, hindered by strict regulations and ethical constraints, alongside the efficiency-discouraging billable hour model. Additionally, slow adoption of legal tech, reliance on outdated software, and law school curricula and firm culture focused on traditional practices contribute to the industry's significant lag.

July 10, 2024Episode 134 min

Mindset of a General Counsel

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard tackles the mindset of a General Counsel. What's needed to thrive in this profession? It takes more than just a law degree to succeed. We discuss how leadership extends beyond managing the legal department to influencing the broader organization and driving strategic initiatives. Learn how to develop an authentic leadership style aligned with your company’s culture to gain the trust and respect of your colleagues. We also cover the crucial legal tasks of a GC, such as overseeing compliance, managing risk, and navigating complex legal challenges. Discover how balancing these responsibilities with strategic leadership can enhance your role as a trusted business executive.

May 15, 2024Episode 634 min

Cultivate Confidence for a Stronger Mindset

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard tackles the 10 things she uses to increase her confidence and grow a stronger mindset every day. It doesn't magically appear at your doorstep, but using these tips and being consistent will bring you to that next level....to unleash your inner fire!!

May 8, 2024Episode 537 min

Toxic Bosses- Navigating & Escaping

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard tackles the issue of toxic bosses, drawing from her own experiences to guide listeners through the challenges of toxic work environments. She offers advice on recognizing harmful behaviors, coping with the personal impact, and devising strategies to leave such situations. Brittany stresses the importance of documentation, boundary-setting, and support networks. She also touches on the importance of planning an exit and viewing past toxic experiences as lessons in growth and resilience, while encouraging the creation of positive workspaces for the future. Her practical tips aim to empower listeners to navigate and overcome workplace toxicity.

May 1, 2024Episode 415 min

Defining Success- Your Terms

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard discusses defining success on your own terms. Stop listening to society because, really, who tf is society anyway? You know in your gut and your heart what you want, so go after it!! Stop comparing yourself to others, because even the people that you think are successful, still doubt themselves every day! They just have learned how to navigate the downs and keep pushing forward

April 24, 2024Episode 329 min

How to Be a Better Business Partner

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard discusses what it takes to be a better business partner. It's not just about getting your work done, it's about valuing and supporting those around you. Showing empathy and humanizing a situation when needed. You want to understand your company, the products, and the people involved in the various aspects of the organization to understand how you operate today and how you want to operate in the future. Listen in to this episode to understand what it will take to reach that next level!

April 17, 2024Episode 213 min

Imposter Syndrome- Learn to Embrace It

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard discusses learning how to embrace imposter syndrome, instead of trying to get rid of it. It will always be there, no matter how successful we become, so let's learn how to work with it to fuel our success!

April 10, 2024Episode 125 min

Brittany Leonard- Who am I?!

In this episode of "Unleash Your Inner Fire," host Brittany Leonard discusses her transition from a lawyer to finding career satisfaction and success by redefining networking on LinkedIn. She shares her struggles in law school and her first few years out, her move to a marketing role, and how she found joy in her work as a General Counsel. Brittany emphasizes the importance of authenticity in networking and building genuine connections. You don't have to network the old school way anymore! Do what's comfortable to you! She also offers encouragement to those feeling stuck in their careers, advocating for self-belief and the use of failure as a learning tool. Brittany invites listeners to engage with future podcast topics and to continue the conversation on LinkedIn and Instagram.