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Welcome to the podcast about being a lawyer that has nothing to do with the practice of law. Join us, won’t you? The Legal Stuff (because obviously): This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. This is a podcast by a lawyer, for lawyers. But I am not *your* lawyer. I’m also not your therapist, your finance professional, or your personal life coach. Nothing in this podcast should be considered legal advice, and any suggestions or recommendations that you decide to follow through with... those are on you my friend. This podcast is meant to be a place where we can talk openly and candidly about life as lawyers, but at the end of the day, you are the one making your own decisions. Perhaps we can help you make some better ones. We are not liable for any choices you make. But you probably already knew that. Theme Song: Jessie Reid- Madgrical (Artlist)

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June 30, 2026

The Case Against Constant Self-Optimization: Live Beyond Efficiency

Why do so many successful professionals feel like they are constantly achieving yet somehow missing out on life? In this episode, host and litigator Odette explores the hidden cost of modern productivity culture and the growing pressure to optimize every moment of our lives. Drawing on her experience in the legal profession, Odette examines how the mindset that helps lawyers, entrepreneurs, and high-achieving professionals succeed at work can unintentionally diminish meaning, joy, and connection outside of it. From speed-listening to podcasts and audiobooks, to turning hobbies into side hustles, maximizing travel itineraries, tracking personal goals, and measuring every activity by its ROI, many of us have become conditioned to view life through the lens of efficiency and output. In this episode, Odette argues that some of life’s most meaningful experiences are inherently inefficient. Long walks without a destination, reading fiction for pleasure, daydreaming, experiencing boredom, having unstructured conversations with friends and family, lingering, and simply being present in the moment often produce no measurable outcome - yet they are frequently the experiences that create our strongest memories and deepest sense of fulfillment. Tune in to discover why not everything valuable can be measured, and how reclaiming inefficiency may be one of the most productive things you can do for your happiness, well-being, and overall quality of life.

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June 16, 2026

Life Is an Ultramarathon — Not a Sprint: Lessons for Lawyers

What does running a 50-kilometre ultramarathon have to do with practicing law? More than you might think. In this solo episode, host Odette reflects on her experience completing her first ultramarathon and the surprising parallels between endurance running and building a legal career. While law school and the legal profession often reward speed, intensity, and constant achievement, both running and practicing law ultimately require something much more important: endurance. Using lessons learned on the trail, Odette explores why success in law is less about sprinting and more about putting one foot in front of the other, day after day. She discusses the importance of pacing yourself, taking rest and recovery seriously, relying on support systems, navigating setbacks, and resisting the temptation to compare your journey to someone else's. In this episode, you'll hear about: • Why a legal career is an ultra marathon, not a sprint• The danger of trying to run every day at maximum effort• How rest and recovery are essential for long-term success• The role mentors, colleagues, friends, and family play as your "aid stations"• What to do when you inevitably hit a wall in your career or personal life• Why comparison can rob you of fulfillment and perspective• The problem with chasing constantly moving finish lines• How to build a sustainable, meaningful career in law Whether you're a law student, a junior associate, or a seasoned lawyer, this episode is a reminder that the goal isn't simply to survive the race. It's to build a career—and a life—that you can sustain, enjoy, and be proud of over the long haul. Because in law, as in running, the journey matters just as much as the finish line.

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May 28, 2026

Becoming a Recruiter after Law School & Building a Meaningful Career

What happens when you go to law school… but don’t actually want to be a lawyer?   In this episode of Non-Billable Hours, I sit down with Travis Usher - law student turned legal recruiter - to talk about unconventional legal careers, identity outside the law, and building a career on your own terms.   We discuss: • going through law school without a clear passion for legal practice • transitioning into legal recruiting and entrepreneurship • the differences between firm and in-house legal roles • how lawyers can build fulfilling careers beyond traditional expectations   Travis shares an honest perspective on what modern legal careers really look like, and why success in law doesn’t have to follow one rigid path. We also chat about personal identities outside of the law, what kept Travis grounded and sane during law school, and why your personal health and happiness should *not* fall by the wayside when you enter the practice of law.   Whether you’re a law student, junior associate, in-house counsel, or someone questioning your future in the legal profession, this conversation is for you.   Find Travis here: https://www.zsa.ca/our_team/travis-usher/   Full video episodes can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@NonBillableHoursPod/   If you're feeling generous, please give us a like and a subscribe! It's free for you and it really helps this little channel grow   Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/nonbillablehourspodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@nonbillablehourspodcast     The Legal Stuff (because obviously): This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. This is a podcast by a lawyer, for lawyers. But I am not *your* lawyer. I’m also not your therapist, your finance professional, or your personal life coach. Nothing in this podcast should be considered legal advice, and any suggestions or recommendations that you decide to undertake of your own accord, those are on you my friend. This podcast is meant to be a place where we can talk about life as lawyers, but at the end of the day, you are the one making your own decisions. Perhaps we can help you make some better ones. We are not liable for any choices you make. But you probably already knew that.

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What is Non-Billable Hours?

Welcome to the podcast about being a lawyer that has nothing to do with the practice of law. Join us, won’t you?

The Legal Stuff (because obviously): This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. This is a podcast by a lawyer, for lawyers. But I am not your lawyer. I’m also not your therapist, your finance professional, or your personal life coach. Nothing in this podcast should be considered legal advice, and any suggestions or recommendations that you decide to follow through with... those are on you my friend. This podcast is meant to be a place where we can talk openly and candidly about life as lawyers, but at the end of the day, you are the one making your own decisions. Perhaps we can help you make some better ones. We are not liable for any choices you make. But you probably already knew that.

Theme Song: Jessie Reid- Madgrical (Artlist)

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