The Workday Mindset: From BigLaw to Building a Better Workday with Drew Amoroso

In this episode, we sit down with Drew Amoroso, a former big law attorney turned founder of Due Course. Due Course is the legal industry's only platform-enabled coaching company with a mission to help legal professionals build intentional, values-driven careers through impactful coaching. Drew shares his journey from senior litigation associate to entrepreneur and productivity coach, revealing the mindset shifts and strategies that helped him along the way.

We dive into key concepts like the "workday mindset," the importance of intentional planning, and practical exercises such as the Sphere of Influence and the Openup Checklist — designed to help you focus, stay organized, and handle unexpected disruptions. Drew also introduces Andrew, Due Course's AI coach, and offers insights on how AI can enhance productivity when used as a thought partner.

Key insights from the episode:

• Drew Amoroso's journey from BigLaw attorney to founder of Due Course

• How dissatisfaction in BigLaw led Drew to explore entrepreneurship and coaching

• The power of the Workday Mindset and how to build a more intentional, values-driven career

• Sphere of Influence: Focus on what you can control and manage your reactions

• Openup Checklist: Simple steps to kickstart your workday with focus

• Plans are Nothing, Planning is Everything: How to adapt when your day doesn’t go as planned

• First Thought, Second Thought, First Action: Techniques for reframing unproductive thoughts
• Insights on the unique structure of law firms and how to thrive in environments with multiple “bosses”
• How AI tools like Andrew can enhance productivity and focus
• Why working on your mindset is essential for long-term success

Whether you're a lawyer navigating the demands of the legal industry or a professional seeking better focus and clarity, this episode offers actionable advice for mastering your workday and building a career aligned with your values.

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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