The Workday Mindset (Part 2): Drew Amoroso on Risk, Resilience, and Growth

In this episode, part two of our conversation with Drew Amoroso, we dive into key insights about balancing personal well-being, embracing risk, and fostering a healthier workday mindset. Drew shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, taking action despite fear, and cultivating a values-driven career. Listeners can also enjoy a fun rapid-fire Q&A where Drew reveals his hidden talents (hints DJing!), aspirations, and recent reflections.

Key insights in this episode:

• Prioritize What Matters: Focus on the most important tasks first and set clear boundaries to protect your time.

• Embrace Discomfort: Change often feels uncomfortable — lean into it as a sign of growth.

• Get Comfortable with Risk: Lawyers are trained to avoid risk, but Drew emphasizes that taking action despite uncertainty opens new opportunities.

• Trust Yourself: Instead of overthinking decisions, take action and know you'll "figure it out" along the way.

  Pursue Passions: Drew shares his dream of DJing at Coachella, reminding listeners to make time for what brings them joy.

This inspiring episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to redefine success, build resilience, and create a more fulfilling career.

More about Drew: ⁠Drew Amoroso ⁠is a former lawyer and the founder of DueCourse, a coaching company helping legal professionals build intentional, values-driven careers. A recognized workday coach and thought leader, Drew advocates for human-centered work models, including DueCourse’s shift to a four-day workweek in 2024. Founded in 2018, DueCourse partners with AmLaw 200 firms to provide impactful coaching at scale. Previously, Drew was a senior litigation associate at Reed Smith LLP and now teaches a Practice Ready Seminar at three Bay Area law schools.

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