Sari de la Motte is the host of "From Hostage to Hero" and has been dubbed the "Attorney Whisperer" because of her unique ability to help attorneys communicate their real selves. Join us weekly as Sari shares tips that will help you up your game at trial and connect with your jurors.
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Encore Episode – Courtroom Confidence: The Power of Belief for Winning Trial Attorneys
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Jurors won’t follow a lawyer who second-guesses. If dread runs your prep… it’s running your case. Break the cycle before it breaks your case. 🎧 Hit play now. Love, Sari 💖 Can't get enough of me? Connect with me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saridelamotte/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SariSwears Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtu…
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[TRIAL DEBRIEF] - How Scott Maucere Won a $2M Fraud Verdict Using H2H Trial Techniques and a Pink Pig
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Bringing back one of the MOST popular debriefs EVER on my podcast. Scott Maucere had a complex securities fraud case — three state laws, seven claims, and 11 defendants. And he shaped it into a sharp and simple story the jury didn’t JUST understand… they BELIEVED in it. And yes… he brought a pink piggy bank into court, pulled out a hammer and made …
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Encore Episode – 7 Ways to Know You’re Crushing It in Court
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Ever walked out of a courtroom feeling defeated and thought, "Maybe I'm not as great as I hoped?" I know you’ve been there. But I want you to remember: 🌟 GREATNESS ISN'T DEFINED BY A VERDICT. 🌟 It’s defined by what you consistently choose to do: 🤝 You show up overprepared — not because you have to, but because you care. 🤝 You don’t just fight uphil…
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Encore Episode – I Turned 50. Here’s What I’ve Learned So Far
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Yeah, I turned 50 three years ago... BUT. Everything I said back then? Still true. Maybe truer. This encore episode is about what I’ve learned after five decades of building a life, a business, and a body that BEAT f*cking cancer — and what I REFUSE to do anymore. If you're GRINDING your way to some imaginary finish line… If you're WAITING to enjoy…
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Encore Episode – Mindset Mastery for Trial Attorneys: Trial‑Ready Hacks to Thrive Under Pressure
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Have you ever realized that every verdict you’ve EVER won started BEFORE you “felt” ready? That is because… ⚡ “READY” is a decision, not a feeling. ⚡ Take this 15-minute power shot and hit the ground running: 1️⃣ Myth-buster: Perfection ≈ Procrastination → Fastest path to regret. 2️⃣ Mind-hack: Swap “someday” for “right f–ing now” by reframing this…
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Encore Episode: Why Over Preparation is Killing Your Case
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Hosted by the one and only Kevin de la Motte — my husband, our lead mindset coach, and beloved “Coach K” to the H2H crew. In this powerful episode, Kevin takes on a habit so MANY trial attorneys cling to: over-preparing. And he shows you how it’s NOT helping your case — in fact, it might be hurting it. Inside, Kevin breaks down: ⚡️ 3 damaging myths…
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[TRIAL DEBRIEF] – Record‐Breaking $77M Verdict: Natalie Woodward’s Strategy & Historic Case Analysis
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In this special episode, Natalie Woodward shares the story of how she landed a 💥 $77.7 MILLION 💥 MED-MAL VERDICT for a mentally ill, drug-addicted plaintiff — one that became the LARGEST in Georgia’s state history. READ THAT AGAIN. If you’re ready to shatter old stereotypes and deliver results that surpass even your wildest asks, THIS is the game p…
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Encore Episode: Voir Dire Done “Too Well”? Secrets Every Trial Attorney Must Know
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So, you think you nailed your voir dire… Jurors are bonding with you, they’re engaged, and it feels like a REAL conversation instead of a STALE Q&A. Then, OUT OF NOWHERE, one juror starts “helpfully” suggesting random facts they believe you need. If you’ve ever seen a NEAR-PERFECT VOIR DIRE get blindsided by off-topic tangents, this episode is for …
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Encore Episode: F*ck Time Management: The New Productivity Blueprint for Trial Attorneys
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Let’s get one thing straight: Time isn’t your problem. You don’t need another planner, color-coded calendar, or “productivity hack.” What do you NEED? A complete rewire of how you think about time — and yourself. In this episode, I’m calling bullshit on the time management cult and sharing what actually works when you’re ready to stop living in ove…
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Encore Special Episode: Medical Malpractice Trial Debrief with H2H Crew Member Heather Mitchell on her $7.5 Million Jury Verdict
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Ever dread facing awkward courtroom moments or uncomfortable topics with jurors? 🥴 You're not alone. I recently sat down with Heather Mitchell — a total badass trial lawyer who won a whopping $7.5 million medical malpractice verdict. Her secret? Bravely tackling tough topics like HPV, sexual history, and invisible injuries head-on. Heather shares h…
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Encore Episode: How Much Emotion Is TOO MUCH? Opening Statement Tips for Trial Attorneys
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The truth is, facts ALONE won’t get you the 6-FIGURE WINNING VERDICT. If your voice is stuck in monotone (which I know most of y’all are guilty of, because that’s one of the very first things we work on… AHEM!), you’re handing your jury an invitation to… MENTALLY. CHECK. THE. FUCK. OUT. In this episode, we break down how to harness genuine emotion …
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Encore Episode: Overcoming Burnout & Finding Balance as a Trial Lawyer - A Conversation with Jody Moore
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This week, I’m talking with Jody Moore, a powerhouse trial lawyer who hit a breaking point and had to ask herself: 👉🏼 Is it possible to be a successful attorney without sacrificing my sanity? Here’s what we’re covering: ✅ The real reason most trial lawyers burn out (hint: it’s not the workload). ✅ How to stop feeling like you have to “do it all” an…
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Encore Episode: Reclaim Your Time & Find True Freedom – Mindset Shifts for Trial Attorneys to Conquer Overwhelming Pressure (with Coach Jody, Coach Siria and Sara Williams)
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Ever catch yourself bending over backwards to seem perfect — only to feel like a phony anyway? Sara Williams once said, “Freedom is understanding that you cannot control how other people perceive you,” Stop letting external opinions define your self-worth. I’m gonna say it again. 🔥STOP LETTING EXTERNAL OPINIONS DEFINE YOUR SELF-WORTH🔥 This week’s e…
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Encore Episode: How Documented Processes Help Trial Attorneys Thrive Under Pressure
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In today’s podcast, I’m diving into why documented processes (yeah, those boring SOPs you’ve been avoiding) are actually the secret to scaling your practice and getting your damn life back. 🚫 Stop micromanaging. 🚫 Stop re-explaining. ✅ Start running your firm like a CEO. Xo, Sari Mentions: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Quote: ‘Why can’t people read…
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Encore Episode: From Presentation to Performance - How to Motivate Jurors and Own the Courtroom
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Most attorneys think their job is to present information to the jury. But here’s the truth: presenting isn’t enough — you NEED to perform. The best trial attorneys don’t JUST deliver a case. They OWN the courtroom, COMMAND attention, and MOVE jurors to action. Here’s what we’re covering: 💡 The four levels of trial presentation — and why most attorn…
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Encore Episode: Voir Dire Done Right – Jury Selection Strategies to Win Over Jurors
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Ever found yourself scrambling to come up with voir dire questions and hoping they land Stop. Right. There. Asking, “What should I ask in voir dire?” is like asking “What turn should I take?” without knowing where you’re headed. Before you focus on the questions, you need to know the destination. In this power-packed 15-minute episode, we’re breaki…
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Encore Episode: Mastering Voir Dire - Effective Strategies for Discussing Monetary Damages with Jurors
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Should you talk about money in voir dire? Before you panic and say, “No way, Sari! That’s too risky!” — HEAR ME OUT. In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most controversial questions in jury selection: Should you tell jurors the number you’re asking for? Spoiler alert: I usually say yes. BUT, (and it’s a big but) HOW and WHEN you bring it up…
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