In this episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, we sit down with Jonathan Breeden, a friend of the pod and a 2023 EAY finalist, to discuss his journey of personal and professional growth. From overcoming staff turnover and enhancing leadership skills to profoundly impacting families through his law practice, Jonathan shares valuable insights for…

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, join Elliot from Empirical360 as we dive into the often-overlooked areas of lead management and marketing efficiencies that can skyrocket law firm profitability. Discover why "more leads" might not be the answer and how focusing on conversion rates and profitable marketing strategies can transform …

Unlock the secrets to building the perfect law firm phone team on the latest episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast. Discover strategies to enhance client communication, streamline operations, and boost your firm's success. Tune in to learn how to create a stellar first impression and keep clients coming back. Don't miss out on these essential t…

Dive into the latest episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, where bestselling author Mike Michalowicz reveals the secrets to unlocking your team's full potential. Discover innovative strategies to foster a high-performing team that can take your practice to new heights. Mike's expertise, combined with real-world examples, provides a blueprint f…

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered podcast, we sit down with Judge Joseph A. Marra, a successful attorney and part-time judge. We discuss his journey as an entrepreneurial attorney, the challenges he faced, and the breakthrough moments that propelled his firm forward. Judge Marra shares valuable insights on hiring the right team, focusing on…

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, we dive deep into the business side of law with two industry experts, Bart Solomon and Seth Holliday. Join us as we explore the strategies and insights they share to help attorneys master the art of running a successful law practice. From marketing and client acquisition to financial management and…

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, we dive into the world of law firm profitability with our guest, George and Danielle McCranie. Join us as we explore strategies and insights that can help your law firm boost its profitability. From effective billing practices to streamlining operations, McCranies shares valuable tips and advice th…

On this episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, we sit down with Todd Farmer and Sam Wright, two successful law firm owners who have mastered the art of profitability. We dive into their journey of growing their bankruptcy law firm, overcoming challenges, and maintaining a high level of profitability. They share valuable insights and actionable …

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, join me as I dive into the world of law firm profitability with the incredible Attorney Bert Diener. We explore the concept of flow and how it can revolutionize your law practice, leading to increased profitability. Discover practical strategies and insights that will help you optimize your workflo…

Join us on Your Practice Mastered Podcast as we sit down with Jay and Kathryn Jump, owners of a successful bankruptcy law firm and founders of Certificate Of Service. In this episode, we discuss their journey from practicing law to building a scalable law firm, the challenges they faced during the pandemic, and the importance of gratitude and optim…

Richard James and MPS dive deep into the common pitfalls that can ruin your law firm's reputation and success. We'll explore each of these 13 mistakes in detail; but don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom! We'll also provide practical tips and solutions to avoid falling into these traps. By the end of this video, you'll have a clear understanding…

In this value-packed episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, Richard and I chat with Joe Ruotolo of Intaker about how community support, speedy lead response, and intake automation can boost law firm growth. Joe shares how he helps firms leverage tools like chatbots and text messaging to connect with prospects faster. We discuss the huge impact …

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered Podcast, we have a captivating conversation with Attorney John Fisher. John shares his journey of starting his own law firm and the importance of having systems and a business mindset in the legal profession. We discuss the power of building relationships and focusing on referral-based marketing. John also …

From Chance to Triumph: Doug Bradley's Journey in Legal Marketing. Join Richard James and MPS on Your Practice Mastered as Doug Bradley shares his accidental leap into SEO, navigating corporate changes, weathering COVID-19, and finding passion in the ever-evolving legal marketing landscape. Whether you're a lawyer aiming to enhance your online pres…

Think running a black market cigarette ring as a Soviet youth sounds extreme? That was just the beginning for this episode's guest Sasha Berson. Tune in to hear the maverick marketer detail his rocky rise from teen hustler to leader of an 8-figure digital agency. You'll learn the KEY mindset shifts that took Sasha's discipline and hustle to the nex…

Atty. L. D. Holt joins hosts Richard James and MPS on Your Practice Mastered podcast to share his unlikely journey from preacher to "chronologically accomplished" entrepreneurial attorney. Learn how Atty. Holt reinvented himself by embracing an entrepreneurial mindset later in life to build a thriving law firm. Hear his insights on perseverance, mo…

Acclaimed Attorney Ben Glass joins hosts Richard James and MPS on Your Practice Mastered podcast to reflect on lessons from his trailblazing 40-year legal career. Known as "The Mad Ref" for his 50 seasons as a fiery soccer referee, Ben brings the same passion for shaking up the status quo to challenge courtroom conventions on this whistleblowing la…

Join hosts Richard James and MPS on Your Practice Mastered as they sit down with Attorney Howard Snader. In this episode, dive deep into the strategic maneuvers and pivotal choices that propelled a solo criminal law practice into the million-dollar revenue club. Discover how Howard's transformation from legal advocate to savvy entrepreneur resulted…

In this episode of the Your Practice Mastered Podcast, hosts Richard James and MPS sit down with Attorney Brian Glass and discuss his remarkable journey from disappointment to triumph in both his legal career and entrepreneurial endeavors. Brian shares his experiences building a successful practice and investing in real estate to create multiple st…

After a chance car collision gave him a pivotal business idea, Jan Roos leveraged the experience to build a powerhouse legal marketing agency. He joins hosts Richard James and MPS on the Your Practice Mastered podcast to discuss his unique entrepreneurial journey and share key insights today's law firms need to drive growth. Learn how an unwavering…

From high school rapper to thriving bankruptcy attorney, Jeff Kelly's journey was no walk in the park. In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, hosts Richard James and MPS chat with Attorney Jeff Kelly about his transformative move from Atlanta to NYC for college, the struggles of starting his firm, and the key daily planning habit that saved him…

Your Practice Mastered hosts Richard James and MPS invite marketing expert Kara Prior onto the show to discuss how social media has leveled the playing field, allowing law firms of any size to successfully grow through organic marketing. Kara shares why viral content doesn’t always drive sales, how firms should be posting videos, and simple ways to…

How does a theater major become a law firm marketing expert and entrepreneur? Charley Mann, Founder of Law Firm Alchemy, shares his unique career journey and insights on transforming attorneys into entrepreneurs on this episode of Your Practice Mastered. Listen as Charley reveals his tips on referrals, habits, identity, and more with hosts Richard …

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, Richard James and MPS engage in an insightful conversation with Attorney Jonathan Breeden, the visionary owner of Breeden Law Office, who harbored a dream of owning his law firm from a young age. Join us as he unfolds his entrepreneurial journey, revealing the deliberate choice of a law school renowned for…

On this episode of the Your Practice Mastered podcast, hosts Richard James and MPS chat with Attorney turned tech founder Arya Firoozmand about his new company Overture which is connecting law firms nationwide to facilitate client referrals. Learn how Overture is vetting applicants to build a trusted community and why Arya misses client interaction…

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, hosts Richard James and MPS sit down with the remarkable Tom Rich, a seasoned expert with a diverse background in business consulting. Tom shares intriguing insights on how legal firms can leverage customer insights for unprecedented success, delving into the art of differentiation and cultivating an under…

Attorney Ron Drescher shares his journey from big firm life to joyful 3-hour workdays on Your Practice Mastered with hosts Richard James and MPS. After years at a larger firm, Ron now runs a small bankruptcy law practice out of his living room. He explains how he found meaning, joy, and work-life balance by focusing on his priorities. Ron also disc…

Running a successful law firm means being able to navigate chaos and change. In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, Attorney Andres Mejer shares the story of growing his firm from nothing , and the mindset it takes to handle the inevitable ups and downs along the way. Richard James and MPS speak with Attorney Andres Mejer, the very first Entrep…

Struggling to get leads for your law firm? Feeling like you're just willing the phone to ring? Attorney Mike Chastaine has been there too. After 17 years in the public defender's office, Mike went out on his own, only to find that being a great lawyer wasn't enough. Tune in to Your Practice Mastered podcast as Richard James and MPS talk to Atty. Mi…

Husband and wife Attorneys Brent and Teri Westbrook share how tracking key data enabled them to double their law firm's success, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn their tips for transitioning from lawyer to business owner as they discuss the entrepreneurial journey that took them from 12 to 40 cases a month. Tune in to the Your Practice Mast…

It's Q4 - prime time to review your law firm's finances and make strategic money moves to maximize profits in the new year. Join Your Practice Mastered hosts Richard James and MPS as they tap CFO Ryan Kimler for critical insights on planning marketing budgets, optimizing payroll, reducing tax liability, and creating financial freedom. Discover acti…

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, host Richard James interviews his entrepreneurial son MPS. Learn how MPS went from selling socks on eBay as a kid to coaching over 5,000 law firm consultations and boosting their conversion rates. Discover key insights that can help grow your firm. Don't miss out!…

This week on Your Practice Mastered, MPS interviews his father Richard James about his unlikely rise from funeral director to renowned law firm consultant. Tune in as Richard reflects on his early days embalming bodies through the night. Discover the industries he later disrupted, from life insurance to pet supplies. Hear the pivotal lessons from h…

Here on Your Practice Mastered, your hosts, myself, MPS and Richard James, We are thrilled to have attorney coach, Blaine OElkers, America’s ONLY Chief Results Officer®. His path from corporate leadership to being a present father was truly compelling. Blaine provided tactical tips for achieving results through clarity, habits, and accountability. …

Tune into the latest episode of "Your Practiced Mastered" featuring Joey Coleman, an expert in client advocacy and business strategy. Explore his unique customer retention system, emphasizing the first 100 days of a client's journey as the key to ongoing business. Discover the importance of navigating H2H (human-to-human) interaction, gifts as expr…

Invigorate your law practice with insights from our podcast episode with Attorney Todd Farmer of FarmerWright. Discover his transformative journey from accountant to restaurateur to innovative attorney, and hear how his focus on client satisfaction and entrepreneurial approaches fuelled his firm's growth even in the shaky time of COVID. This is the…

In the latest Your Practice Mastered podcast episode, we enjoyed a lively discussion with Attorney Bert Diener. He shares his journey from a challenged practice to a robust law firm, endearing us with glimpses into his personal life. Key insights include the crucial role of consistent profitability, growth management, and disciplined thinking in gr…

Join us for the latest episode of Your Practice Mastered podcast. In this exciting Throwback Thursday edition, your hosts, MPS and Attorney Richard James, unearth invaluable insights from the archives! Hear a tale of an attorney's annualized sales skyrocketing to a hefty $3.5 million, and learn from a firm's transformation journey soaring from oper…

Don't miss the chance to join MPS and Richard James on our podcast, "Your Practice Mastered." Learn from the best Entrepreneurial Attorneys of the Year about self-replacement strategies, embracing text messaging as a communication method, and planning for the future of your company. This episode packed with priceless insights and strategies to leve…

🎙️ Your Practice Mastered podcast is here! Join MPS and Attorney Richard James on Throwback Thursday as we rediscover hidden gems of timeless law firm strategies. Gain valuable insights from Richard's 15 years of experience in over 120 enlightening episodes. Enhance your law firm's performance with practical tips and seven crucial steps to maximize…

Atty. Jamie Miller shares his journey of transforming his growing but stressful bankruptcy law firm into a structured and systemized practice. He discusses the breakthrough insights and changes that helped him scale in a sustainable way while improving his work-life balance.Από τον Your Practice Mastered

Welcome to the Your Practice Mastered Podcast! In our upcoming episode, we're excited to host Attorney Scott Stewart. Gear up to explore Attorney Stewart's fascinating career journey from being a prosecutor to heading his own practice. Hear insightful discussions on the integral role of coaching in advancing a legal career, and learn how to balance…

Join us on the Your Practice Mastered Podcast as we dive into the captivating story of Attorney Emily Smith Lee, a true entrepreneur in the legal world. Attorney Smith Lee shares her journey from navigating the challenges of solo law practice to overcoming setbacks and finding her path to success. Get ready to learn valuable lessons about unlearnin…

Attorney Don Golden, recipient of the 2020 Entrepreneurial Attorney of the Year award, joins the Your Practice Mastered podcast. Attorney Don Golden shares his entrepreneurial journey and lessons learned from over 20 years of running his consumer bankruptcy law firm in Florida. We talk about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and the challenges…

On this episode of Your Practice Master Podcast, Attorney Jodi Donato shares how implementing systems and delegating tasks led her practice to its most profitable year ever. Overcoming challenges like the 2008 crisis and losing her office in a fire and flood built resilience within her. After joining a mastermind group, Jodi realized how her 'self-…

Are you ready to learn valuable lessons? Join Richard James, Michael Strauch (MPS) and special guests Will and Kelly Grafton - founders of Grafton Firm, a thriving bankruptcy practice - THIS WEEK on Your Practice Mastered podcast! Grafton Firm discusses scaling a law firm from a basement office to a business with 15+ staff. They'll share insights o…

Join us on this episode of Your Practice Mastered, Richard James interviews the co-founder and CEO, Rusty Speedy, and Marketing Director, Sam Black, of 4iiz, a company that helps law firms enhance their practice management software. They share the entrepreneur's journey from a law firm above a lingerie store to a company earning $10M a year, fueled…

Tune into Your Practice Mastered Podcast with hosts Michael Strauch and Richard James, featuring attorney Charles Laputka. Explore his entrepreneurial journey, successes, failures, and lessons shaping his personal and professional growth. Discover his strategies for capturing market share, expanding his firm, and applying universal principles in ve…

In this week's episode, Richard and Michael (MPS) discuss the importance of doing the unscalable in order to build a team and grow a business. It emphasizes the need to slow down and gain an intimate understanding of different roles and functions within a firm, even if it means personally getting involved. The example of marketing, specifically Fac…

In this podcast, Richard James and Michael Strauch explore pricing and quality in law firms. They caution against price-based marketing, emphasize the importance of appropriate fees, and discuss the drawbacks of competing solely on lower prices. They highlight the significance of delivering value to clients and how raising prices can improve conver…