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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking to hire for their firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Tyson delves into the challenges of hiring in law firms, inspired by a listener submission from Ryan Webber. Hiring within law firms is a very important aspect to ensuring a firm is successful. Relying on job boards, like LinkedIn, is not a lucrative way to hire talent. Law firms need to focus on proactive hiring to find suitable employees. Tyson provides the example of networking as a great way to hire. Former employees will often provide great recommendations for who they think would be great fits for a firm. Proactive hiring also involves firms marketing themselves to prospective lawyers. You need to tell candidates why you are the best firm to work for and why they will be successful. Sometimes this involves investing in marketing campaigns or meeting the prospective candidate where they are at. Most recruiters don’t realize that hiring top talent is a dance between the prospective employee and a law firm. Both need to come to the table prepared to interview each other and pull out all the stops to ensure each side picks the other. Listen in to learn more! 03:17 The Importance of Networking in Hiring 07:06 Passive Candidates and Their Value 09:53 Proactive Hiring Strategies 12:26 The Volume Game of Job Boards 14:14 Direct Outreach for Talent Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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A Frank Discussion About Vendors That Charge Too Much 29:15

πριν 6 μέρες29:15

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you struggling with vendors who are not holding up their end of the bargain? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Becca Eberhardt, CEO of Maximum Lawyer, and co-host Tyson Mutrux discuss the challenges law firm owners face with vendors. Sparked by a guild member's post, they delve into frustrations over vendors failing to deliver on promises. Vendors can be a pain for any business owner, especially if agreements are not held up on their end. This can really cause issues for companies, especially for those that rely on vendors for systems, like CRMs. Tyson and Becca chat about the issues vendors cause for law firms, such as creating problematic products that they think will lead to issues in retention. Becca stresses the idea that client and employee retention is kept with the use of exceptional products and vendors need to be accountable as it relates to that. Becca provides listeners with some tips when dealing with vendors. One tip is to dedicate time to communicating and negotiating with vendors. It is easy to just give in to the first vendor you speak to, who might be selling you a product at a great price. But, this can cause issues when you don't do enough research and end up with a bad product. Ensure to take your time and understand all aspects of a vendor before signing a contract! Listen in to learn more! 02:13 Personal Experiences with Vendors 09:39 Vendor Accountability and Service Quality 14:08 Finding Non-Industry Specific Solutions 16:50 Contract Models in Vendor Relationships 20:00 Developing a New Solution 23:30 Understanding Negotiation Power Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Shocking Truth About Rainmakers: Why Only 1 in 5 Actually Succeed 22:38

πριν 9 μέρες22:38

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What sets successful business developers—aka rainmakers—apart in today’s legal landscape? Inspired by a Harvard Business Review article and a recent conversation with a friend, Tyson breaks down a study that identified five different types of business developers and explains why only one type actually leads to sustainable firm growth. Key Takeaways: The Declining Client Loyalty Trend: In 2018, 76% of clients stuck with their law firms; by 2023, that number dropped to 53%, and by 2028, it's expected to be just 37%. The Five Business Development Profiles: The Expert – Focuses solely on skill mastery, assuming clients will come. The Confidant – Builds strong client relationships but lacks a structured growth strategy. The Debater – Challenges clients and pushes hard for innovation but risks alienating them. The Realist – Offers brutal honesty but can be perceived as pessimistic. The Activator (The winning strategy) – Proactively builds and leverages relationships, making strategic connections and driving business growth. The Activator Playbook – How to Grow Your Firm Like a True Rainmaker: Commit to Business Development: Set aside dedicated time (at least 2-3 hours per week) for networking, outreach, and lead generation. Balance time between nurturing existing clients and acquiring new ones. Expand and Leverage Your Network: Attend industry events and engage on LinkedIn. Introduce clients to other attorneys and create strategic partnerships. Set a goal to make three new connections per week. Create Value Before Clients Ask: Send legal updates, trends, and strategic advice without waiting for clients to request it. Offer proactive insights tailored to your clients’ needs. Choose 5-10 key clients and send them something valuable this week (a checklist, legal update, business tip, etc.). Action Steps: Start blocking time for business development on your calendar. Actively seek and make three new connections each week. Find ways to provide unexpected value to clients to reinforce your authority and relationships. Connect with us! Text Tyson at 314-501-9260 with your thoughts or questions. Submit podcast topics or questions at maximumlawyer.com/ask . Don’t miss future episodes—subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Podcast on your favorite podcast platform! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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FINAL HOURS: Early Access to Max Law Con 2025 2:17

πριν 9 μέρες2:17

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Today is the FINAL day to lock in your Early Access Ticket for MaxLawCon 2025 at the lowest price! After midnight tonight , prices go up and tickets won’t reopen until Spring. If you're serious about scaling your law firm, mastering the latest technology, and building a more profitable, efficient practice - Max Law Con 2025 is for you. 📍 October 9-10, 2025 | Nashville, TN 🎟️ Grab your ticket NOW before it’s too late! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Create an Internship Program That Actually Works with Adam Rossen 1:19:09

πριν 13 μέρες1:19:09

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking to create an internship program for your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson chats with Adam Rossen, who shares insights on the successful internship program at Rossen Law Firm. Adam discusses the evolution of the program and highlights the value of informal yet immersive experiences for interns. Internships within the legal space are important experiences that help prepare law students for life as a lawyer. Adam talks about the significance of good internship programs and why law firms who don’t have them need to create a viable program. Internship programs will look different across firms, but it is crucial to sit down and think about what aspects of being a lawyer should be taught to interns. Does your program involve tasks like research, client intake or trial support? Think about what soft skills need to be taught like effective client communication and projecting confidence when presenting a case at trial. As a law firm owner, it is important to provide interns with the skills they need to be successful and think about how your internship program can improve as the years go on. Internships also provide students with the chance to differentiate perception versus reality as it relates to working in the legal space. Many who watch legal dramas, like Law and Order might be fooled into thinking law and law enforcement are the same as what is shown on TV. Adam emphasizes that the legal space is not glamorous at all times. There is a lot of hard work that can take months to complete as a case makes its way through the criminal process. There is also a lot of administrative work involved and interactions with different types of people that can make the work both exciting and stressful. Listen in to learn more about how to create a successful internship program! 02:34 Starting the Internship Program 09:51 Program Structure and Requirements 15:02 Introduction to Internship Curriculum 22:29 Curriculum Components 34:25 Curriculum Structure for Interns 42:42 Confidentiality and NDA for Interns Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Adam: Website Instagram Facebook X Linkedin Youtube TikTok…

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The HR Mistakes Killing Your Law Firm Culture (And How to Fix Them) with Dr. Melvin King 1:31:20

πριν 20 μέρες1:31:20

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you thinking about improving your HR systems? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson interviews Dr. Melvin King about the pivotal role of human resources in law firms. They discuss the importance of understanding generational differences in the workplace and the critical components for fostering a good work environment. Dr. Melvin King emphasizes the importance of HR as it relates to the relationship between the employee and the employer. The work environment includes employees of different generations and HR needs to balance the needs of everyone. Whether it be Boomers or Millennials, every generation works differently and values the work they do differently. Most companies will look to millennials for job opportunities or transitions as this generation is more eager to change things up. Boomers in the workplace might just be focused on retirement and will ride the wave until the end. HR departments can really make or break a company, especially if they are not working to ensure employees are supported. There are certain things HR professionals should adopt so employee satisfaction is high and retention is maintained. For example, knowing how to deliver constructive criticism is key. It is important to understand the personality of someone you are speaking to so you can gauge how they will take and react to information presented to them. Listen in to learn more from Dr. Melvin King! 2:58 The value of succession planning within a firm 5:47 Strategies for balancing the needs of different generations 14:11 How to deliver constructive criticism in the workplace 16:21 How to create effective HR systems 31:15 The importance of having a positive HR culture Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Dr. Melvin King: Website Facebook…

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Today’s Growth Opportunities in Law with Shane Jasmine Young 1:23:54

πριν 27 μέρες1:23:54

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who is early in their entrepreneurial career? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson Mutrux chats with attorney and entrepreneur Shane Jasmine Young. Shane shares her inspiring journey, her law firm, and the challenges of balancing professional aspirations with motherhood. Starting a law firm is not an easy feat and comes with a lot of fears and motivations. Shane delves into some of the fears and motivations that existed when she was starting her law firm journey. The uncertainty was a huge factor that initially led to her hesitation to start her firm. But, being laid off along with the support from her husband, it was the boost she needed to get started with 0 clients and no business experience. Shane also relied on the existing networks in the legal field to help get things off the ground and get those initial clients. For Shane, owning a law firm involves having a lot of accountability, especially when it comes to processes the firm follows and the frameworks for hiring. Shane looked at what her goals were for the firm as a foundation for who she initially hired. Having the experience of hiring someone who wanted to control everything led to a huge wedge in the firm dynamics. Shane used it as a learning curve when it came to future hiring and began verifying information for those who are coming into the firm. Listen in to learn more from Shane Young. 16:14 Fears and motivations behind starting a own law firm 21:19 Leveraging existing relationships and networks 38:42 Discussion on the financial sacrifices made to start a firm 49:43 The importance of accountability in hiring Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Shane: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin X…

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RPE: Revenue Per Employee 12:51

πριν 30 μέρες12:51

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking for ways to increase the productivity of your staff? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Tyson delves into the concept of Revenue Per Employee (RPE) and offers strategies for optimizing this crucial metric. Tyson responds to a question of Revenue Per Employee that a listener submitted. Revenue Per Employee can be done through increasing revenues or reducing the number of employees, which can be used to make decisions for a firm. You are going to want to assess how each employee is performing and how much money they are generating for a firm. In this analysis, if you find they are not benefiting your firm, it might be time to let them go. Tyson also suggests that processes could be causing a roadblock for employee productivity leading to issues in performance and sales. If this is the case, you need to re-evaluate those processes. Tyson provides some ways a firm can enhance employee performance and RPE. This can be done through investing in automation so work is easier for employees. Another thing to do is analyze who is managing your staff. Sometimes management can cause problems for your staff and can ultimately cause performance issues. If this is the case, it is essential to pivot and possibly re-hire. Listen in to learn more! 1:54 Discussion on how RPE varies by firm type and practice area 3:10 Strategies to enhance employee efficiency 5:52 Enhancing employee performance and RPE 8:43 Reviewing and adjusting pricing strategies to enhance revenue Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Unlocking the Secrets to Viral Videos: How Hilary Billings Turns Stories Into Millions of Views 1:46:47

πριν 5 weeks1:46:47

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer looking to become better at content creation? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, host Tyson Mutrux interviews Hilary Billings, the "queen of content," who shares her journey from aspiring clinical psychologist to successful content creator and entrepreneur. Creating content that people gravitate towards takes dedication and consistency. Hilary and Tyson chat about some of the things business owners should do, especially as it relates to the legal field. For those who are getting started in content creation, it is crucial to practice through repetition. Whether it is speaking in front of a camera or conveying a message in a certain way, practice is a necessary factor in being successful. Practicing and building confidence also involves figuring out who your target audience is and how to speak to them. Content creation for lawyers involves determining what content type works for you. Though there are many types of styles and content, educational content tends to be the most popular. Hillary speaks to the need to figure out how to educate an audience through a certain style, such as skits or straight to the camera videos. Most people will be more interested in knowing how to avoid a situation or how to handle themselves in a situation. Listen in to learn more from Hillary Billings. 19:45 The importance of practice in building confidence 25:44 Creating content that reflects true self and values 33:57 Discussion on the effectiveness of personal branding 37:19 Insights on effective content types for lawyers 43:14 Identifying successful content factors in videos Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Hilary: Website Instagram Facebook X…

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These 3 AI Tools Will Change How You Work (Nobody’s Talking About #3!) 10:30

πριν 5 weeks10:30

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking to implement AI into your law firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson Mutrux discusses three AI tools that can significantly benefit law firms. AI can be used in a variety of ways to make your job and life easier. Tyson delves into 3 unique AI tools that lawyers can use to elevate their firms. The first is Paxton, which is a legal research tool. The tool can help you research for a case but it will also draft documents and conduct analysis for you. It is a game changer for those who spend a lot of time in a courtroom. The second tool is Murph AI, which is a marketing tool with voice over automation. It is a great tool for content creation to convey messages in a unique way. The last tool is Opus Clip, which is a video editing tool that transforms long form videos into short clips for social media. It is a time saver for lawyers who are trying to upgrade their content. Listen in to learn more! 1:58 Discussion on Paxton AI, a superior legal research tool 3:44 Introduction to Murph, a voice-over automation tool 5:48 Overview of Opus Clip, an AI tool that creates short videos Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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From Top Prosecutor to High-Paid Defense Attorney: Why Thomas Moskal Quit on the Spot 1:29:23

πριν 6 weeks1:29:23

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"I walked away from my job as a Chief Deputy District Attorney—without a backup plan. Here's why." After 7 years as a top DUI and felony prosecutor in Clark County, Nevada, Thomas Moskal made a life-changing decision. In this eye-opening interview, he reveals: ✅ The exact moment he decided to quit his high-profile role ✅ How he went from zero clients to a thriving criminal defense practice ✅ The biggest mistakes most defense attorneys make (and how to avoid them) ✅ Why charging higher fees attracts better clients ✅ The secret to scaling a criminal defense firm without burning out If you're a lawyer, entrepreneur, or just someone who loves real, behind-the-scenes legal stories , this episode is for you! 🔴 WATCH and LISTEN NOW and discover the truth about the legal system, pricing strategies, and building a high-profit, low-overhead law firm. 📌 Chapters: 00:00 – From Prosecutor to Defense Attorney 05:32 – The Breaking Point: Why I Quit 12:15 – How I Signed My First $18K Client (No Office, No Website) 20:45 – Why Most Criminal Defense Lawyers Fail 32:00 – The Best Pricing Strategy for High-Ticket Clients 41:20 – Scaling a Law Firm: Why Criminal Defense is Hard 55:45 – The Future of Law Firms & Social Media Strategy 📢 Drop a comment below: Would you have quit in his position? 👥 Connect with Us: ✅ Subscribe for more legal & business growth insights! 🎯 Follow Thomas Website TikTok Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube X 💡 Join the Maximum Lawyer Community – Max Law Guild . 🔔 LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay updated with expert insights on law firm growth & legal business strategies!…

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14 Revenue Streams Law Firms Overlook (Are You Leaving Money on the Table?) 9:45

πριν 6 weeks9:45

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking for ways to make more money? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer, Tyson Mutrux delves into 14 types of revenue for law firms and offers actionable strategies to diversify income streams. Law firms and attorneys alike can take advantage of so many streams to make money. There are many ways to engage with clients and colleagues alike and diversify your income stream. Diversifying income streams is an important way to generate more revenue for a law firm. Tyson speaks to the different types of revenue that can bring in money. These include subscriptions, selling templates and courses, charging for partial services like onboarding, partnering with other firms, developing and selling legal software and coaching or consulting. Take a listen to learn about the 14 types of revenue that can increase your income! 01:19 Subscription Revenue 02:19 Service and Product Revenue 04:18 Affiliate Revenue 06:15 Recurring Revenue 08:11 Consulting or Coaching Revenue Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Why Traditional Lawyer Marketing Is Dying – The New Strategy You MUST Use (w/ Justin Berry) 1:46:44

πριν 7 weeks1:46:44

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is trying to improve their social media presence? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Tyson speaks with Justin Berry, a media and marketing expert about the evolution of media from legacy to new media and its impact on advertising, particularly for lawyers. Media, both old and new can be used as an advantage for lawyers as a way to gain traction and clients. A lot of lawyers still use old legacy media, like billboards and tv adverts. In today’s world, this media doesn’t work as well, as new legacy media, including social media, has changed the game when it comes to advertising services. Old legacy media does not allow for potential clients to trust you or have the chance to build trust. Social media can help lawyers interact with audiences over many months or years, which can allow people to trust the information you are putting out there. Creating engaging content as a lawyer can be challenging, but Justin provides some strategies that can be used to make it successful. One strategy is to think about who your audience is and what content they are watching on a daily basis. With this, you can create content around the audience’s interest so the algorithm will send them your videos. Another strategy is splitting your content throughout the week that targets different audiences. For example, if you want to create 4 videos a week, dedicate 2 videos to attorneys and 2 videos to the average client. This way you are connecting with colleagues and potential clients at the same time. Listen in to learn more! 04:32 Authenticity in Media 18:14 Valuing Yourself 20:06 Hiring Insights 24:15 Bad Hires and Character Flaws 27:06 Quick to Fire, Slow to Hire 29:45 Identifying Trends in Media 38:15 Team Collaboration in Content Creation 41:17 Content Management Importance 01:15:45 Identifying Audience Interests Connect with Justin: Website Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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From Rock Bottom to Breakthrough: How Perseverance Turns Pain into Success 19:06

πριν 7 weeks19:06

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is struggling with perseverance? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson Mutrux delves into the critical role of perseverance for law firm owners and entrepreneurs. For Tyson, success comes to those who can endure the pain to keep going. For law firm owners, you need to stick it out and fight through the tough situations in order to rise above it all and make it to the other side. For those that are struggling, there are a few things you can do, in which Tyson uses Carvana as an example of a company who rose to the top after hitting rock bottom. You can reduce costs and restructure debt, improve operations and slim down your workforce. Tyson provides some actionable steps law firm owners can take to persevere through tough times. One thing is to focus on the long game because success takes time. Big wins are not always going to happen. They will come in waves and it is important to always focus on the ultimate goal, even when things don't go as planned. Make sure to celebrate the small wins to keep momentum going so you and your staff are motivated to keep working hard. Tyson also emphasizes the need to have a good support system around you. It is more important to ensure your colleagues and staff are going to push you to be better and be there to help when needed. Take a listen to learn more! 00:11 Enduring struggles and setbacks as a law firm ownership 3:16 Actionable steps for enduring challenges in law firm ownership 7:53 Importance of building mental toughness law firm success 13:56 Emphasis on viewing failures as opportunities for growth and improvement Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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A Law Firm Owner's Guide to Demystifying Financial Statements with Brian Feroldi 44:45

πριν 8 weeks44:45

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking for some advice when it comes to the company’s finances? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Tyson Mutrux engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Brian Feroldi, a seasoned expert in stock picking and financial statement analysis. The conversation centers around the importance of understanding financial statements and how this knowledge can be particularly beneficial for law firm owners. Brian delves into the importance of financial education for those in the legal field. For law firm owners, it is important to understand how to create financial statements and what it means for a business as it relates to determining success. Determining success can be done by analyzing financial statements and finding out how much profit a company is making, the direction of their financial results and the balance of cash and liabilities. For those who are thinking about acquiring a business, these factors are important to think about. Scaling a law firm needs to be done strategically or else it can fail. The more successful a law firm is, the more cash they will eat. That is why many firms need lines of credit, because the access to cash in the bank is not always readily available. For firms to stay afloat, owners need to balance growth with having the cash to support it. Listen in to learn more! 1:64 The need for financial statement education for lawyers 4:47 The three primary financial statements crucial for analysis 15:66 Discussion on cash flow issues faced by scaling law firms 19:30 Discussion on the significance of personnel costs in law firms 41:63 Prioritizing long-term relationships and success over short-term gains Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Brian: Website Instagram X TikTok Linkedin Youtube…

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Transitioning From a Defense Firm to an Injury Firm 17:10

πριν 8 weeks17:10

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who is looking to transition to person injury (PI) law? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer, host Tyson addresses a listener's question about transitioning from a defense firm to a personal injury (PI) practice. The transition to a PI practice involves a change in mindset from defense to client focused. For those hoping to make this transition, it is important to focus all your efforts on the case and client and to do everything in your power to win but not get consumed by the truthfulness of a client. A strategy to get to this point is understanding how a case affects a person at every level. Think about how the case affects one’s mental health, their professional life and family dynamics. Transitioning from one practice area to another will not happen without intentional networking with those in the PI field. Starting in a new field like PI will mean a slow gradual climb in cases. Through networking, some other lawyers might send you cases they either don't want or can’t handle. Personal injury cases will include medical terminology that you will need to become familiar with. Get to know what conservative care is and the importance of MRI’s. This will allow you to not only become a better PI attorney but build trust with your client. Take a listen to learn more! 03:57 The importance of shifting from a defense mindset to a client-focused approach 7:53 The need to gain trial experience to enhance case values and effectiveness 8:51 The importance of networking with personal injury attorneys 12:37 Understanding defense strategies to better navigate personal injury cases Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Power of Mindset: How Language and Self-Reflection Shape Success with Marco Brown 1:31:23

πριν 9 weeks1:31:23

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an aspiring lawyer who is looking for some guidance? In this engaging podcast episode, Tyson Mutrux and Marco Brown discuss their experiences in Las Vegas and Marco's recent trips to Austin and Houston. The conversation delves into themes of personal branding, respect, and the importance of mindset. Tyson and Marco chat about some of the aspects of being lawyers, including some challenges that exist. Marco speaks to how wearing a suit serves as a suit of armor for many lawyers. For some, suits represent confidence to do your job well and respect that is given from other lawyers or clients. Most times, people trust lawyers when they show up wearing a suit because it looks professional. Marco delves into the importance of using fear as motivation when it comes to working in the legal field. For Marco, he used the fear of failing as a lawyer and disappointing his family as motivation to keep working hard. It is important to not stay in that place of fear, as overtime it can keep you from achieving better. But if you use it as a motivator for a period of time until you get to a more stable place, it can be beneficial. This fear will lead to mistakes early on, but the learning curve will allow you to become a better lawyer. Listen in to learn more! 9:45 The idea that suits serve as a "suit of armor" for confidence and respect 17:18 The challenges of running a law firm 18:32 The struggles of starting a law firm during the Great Recession 23:17 Using fear as motivation Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here Connect with Marco: Website Facebook Linkedin Youtube…

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Red Flags That Reveal a Toxic Employee with Tyson Mutrux 24:10

πριν 9 weeks24:10

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is struggling with a problematic employee? In this podcast episode of "Maximum Lawyer," host Tyson delves into the critical issue of toxic employees within law firms. He discusses how such individuals can negatively impact team morale, productivity, and client relationships. Toxic employees can really affect the work environment, where business, relationships and the bottom line can suffer. Toxic employees are those with negative behaviors that disrupt the workplace. Red flags include excessive self promotion, hoarding work and hiding incomplete tasks, rejecting support from coworkers, and gossiping. These are traits to look out for to identify the problematic employees on your team. After identifying the traits, it is important to know how to address toxic employees. It is important to have direct communication with the person and provide an overview of the toxic behaviors they have been doing and what the impact on the team has been. Another strategy is to set out clear expectations with a defined timeline for when you expect to see results. Offer training or mentorship to make sure they can improve and change that team morale for the better. Take a listen to learn more! 1:19 Discussion on how toxic employees can harm team morale 3:27 Definition of toxic employees 4:41 Identifying subtle behaviors that indicate a toxic employee 16:34 Strategies for dealing with toxic employees Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How Your Law Firm Stacks Up Starts Here 4:14

πριν 10 weeks4:14

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In this episode, Tyson Mutrux introduces the 2024 State of the Firm Survey —a groundbreaking initiative designed to help law firm owners grow and scale their practices. Tyson explains how the survey aims to answer key questions many firm owners have about compensation, benefits, operations, and more. By participating in this anonymous survey, law firm owners can contribute to a valuable resource that benefits the entire legal community. The results will be shared in late January 2024 through a live show and downloadable report. For those who wish to receive the report early, there's an option to provide an email after completing the survey (completely optional and separate from the anonymous responses). Take the survey now at maxlawsurvey.com — rising tides raise all boats! Key Takeaways: The survey is completely anonymous and takes 10–15 minutes to complete. Results will provide insights on law firm operations, compensation, and benefits. The live results show is scheduled for late January 2024. Contribute to a collaborative effort to grow and improve law firms nationwide. Visit maxlawsurvey.com now to participate and help create a powerful resource for law firm owners everywhere! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Finding Your Niche: Trademark Law and Education with Sonia Lakhany 1:14:08

πριν 10 weeks1:14:08

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you interested in learning more about trademark law? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson chats with Sonia Lakhany, who discusses her journey in trademark law and her educational brand, 4L. 4L provides legal education in trademark law and can help you understand how to brand a business. 4L is all about providing continuing education to lawyers in a way that has not been done before. It not only tells you what something is, but shows you how to do it, which is a concept that is not popular in the legal field. With experience in trademark law, Sonia began teaching a 2 week course in trademark law which catapulted the business to delivering more courses to help people understand how to trademark and brand a business. Sonia speaks to the attractiveness of trademark law in comparison to other areas. Trademark law allows for more autonomy and flexibility due to not having to be in a courtroom or having multiple teams doing different work in order to achieve one goal. There is a small barrier for entry in trademark law, which makes it more lucrative as a practice. Listen in to learn more! 2:36 The purpose of Pharrell as an educational brand 7:23 The importance of trademark considerations in branding 12:19 The significance of branding in establishing a recognizable identity 30:26 Why trademarks are an attractive area for attorneys Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Sonia: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube…

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Never Multiply by Zero with Tyson Mutrux 21:40

πριν 10 weeks21:40

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for some advice on how to maintain a successful law firm? In this episode of "Maximum Lawyer," host Tyson explores the concept of "never multiplying by zero," inspired by Chris Williamson. Tyson applies this mathematical principle, in four ways to law firms. This concept means that anything multiplied by zero always equals zero. As it relates to law firms in particular, a “zero” will cancel out everything else. For example, if a law firm is doing exceptionally well, but there is one area or team that is dropping the ball, it can negate all the hard work the firm is doing. When it comes to clients, many will disregard all the great things you did with their case if you failed or underperformed in one area. This rule drives home the idea that as a lawyer, you need to avoid pitfalls instead of amplifying successes every time. This concept can also be used when talking about client neglect. Clients bring in the business, money and success for a firm. Without clients, a firm would cease to exist. It is important to ensure you are communicating with clients and meeting their expectations. Focus on maintaining the clients you have instead of trying to sign new clients.This will ensure clients are happy and that they refer people to you. Listen in to learn more! 2:09 How a single critical area of failure can negate a law firm's successes 3:16 The need to focus on avoiding pitfalls 7:08 How ignoring client needs can potentially damage a firm’s reputation 18:29 How clear goals help in making informed decisions Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Content That Converts: How to Build a Social Media Strategy for Your Law Firm with Rob Freund 1:03:44

πριν 11 weeks1:03:44

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who wants to work in social media or with influencers? In this episode, Tyson Mutrux interviews Rob Freund, who specializes in influencer marketing and legal compliance. They discuss the intricacies of advertising regulations, and the challenges brands face when working with influencers. Rob and Tyson talk about how lawyers can implement social media within their work. The easiest way to do this is by posting information that current or past clients have struggled with or a piece of legal information that you think members of the public would like to know. You can relate it back to a pop culture issue or current event happening. Most people enjoy keeping up with pop culture or current events, so linking it back to law can peak people’s interest. Working with influencers as a lawyer can be a difficult thing to navigate. For lawyers, it is important to train your influencer on what their legal obligations are as it relates to disclosures and to have a monitoring program in place to help ensure the rules are being followed. Ensure to include this information in any contract with an influencer, so you as a lawyer are protected. Take a listen to learn more! 04:04 Rob's Social Media Strategy 10:47 Goals of Social Media Posting 12:14 Working with Influencers vs. Brands 14:21 Common Legal Pitfalls in Influencer Marketing 39:17 Deep Fakes and Legal Risks 43:33 AI and Future Litigation Connect with Rob: Website X Linkedin Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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10 Powerful Prompts to Take Your Law Firm to the Next Level 14:11

πριν 11 weeks14:11

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is looking for ways to implement AI in their work? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, host Tyson Mutrux shares ten prompts for lawyers to enhance their firms using AI tools like ChatGPT. AI tools can be a saving grace for both lawyers and law firms alike. Tyson delves into the ones that can really change the game in the legal space. Legal research is a time consuming task, but it can be more efficient using ChatGPT. If you type in a prompt that is relevant to your work, not only with the tool pump out some standard information to get you started, but it will include citations, where you can be directed to the source to continue your research. When it comes to drafting documents, you can use AI tools, such as Notebook LM, to build out mediation statements. You can upload a template to the platform and ask it to build around the template. There are similar AI tools where you can work from the platform just like a word document, but all of the features are included, making the drafting process more efficient. Take a listen to learn more about how lawyers can use AI. 01:09 Using AI for Legal Research 04:52 Creating Standard Operating Procedures 09:32 Client Communication Automation 11:20 Scenario-Based Problem Solving 12:12 Client Feedback Surveys Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How Can Lawyers Balance Leadership and Family Life? with Tiffany Webber 1:14:45

πριν 12 weeks1:14:45

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a business owner who is looking for advice on how to better run your firm? In this episode, Tyson Mutrux chats with Tiffany Webber, a lawyer and firm leader about navigating the complexities of running a law firm while balancing a personal life. Tiffany speaks to some of the challenges she has faced while running a small organization. One of these challenges is having an open door policy with staff, where nothing can get done because there are always questions and concerns brought to her attention. Mitigating this for Tiffany involves setting boundaries with staff and saying no to things. Running a business involves staying connected with employees and ensuring they are set up for success. For Tiffany, it is important to know who fits best for your business and taking action to replace people if needed to make sure your business doesn't suffer due to underperformance. This also helps support staff who work hard and reward them for doing good work. It is also important to balance employee retention and happiness with good, effective client service so business is always prospering. Listen in to learn more! 02:11 Desire for Growth vs. Escape 05:23 Setting Boundaries for Personal Time 10:02 Challenges of General Practice Firms 11:43 Motivation for Joining the Firm 15:30 Desire to Fix Systems 18:23 Making Tough Calls Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Tiffany: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube…

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Speak These 5 Lines to Yourself Every Morning 10:50

πριν 12 weeks10:50

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for a new morning ritual? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Tyson Mutrux delves into a motivational speech by Jim Rohn, which he recently watched on YouTube. Tyson shares five key affirmations from Rohn's speech that individuals should recite each morning to foster a positive mindset and personal growth. The first affirmation is “today I choose to be positive”, which is something that can set the tone for a good day. The second is “I am grateful for all that I have”, which builds resilience and shifts the focus from scarcity to blessings. The third affirmation is “I am capable of achieving great things”, which reinforces the idea that you can achieve anything and to take action. The fourth affirmation is “I embrace challenges as opportunities for growth”, which helps you reframe your thinking into having proactive approaches to setbacks. The fifth and last affirmation is “I can take action towards my goals every day”, which emphasizes that small actions and discipline can lead to big things. Take a listen to learn more! 01:20 Affirmation 1: Choose Positivity 03:09 Affirmation 2: Gratitude 05:17 Affirmation 3: Believing in Potential 06:27 Affirmation 4: Embracing Challenges 08:28 Affirmation 5: Taking Action Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Best Lessons Learned from Partnership Breakups and Fitness Transformations with Christopher Nicolaysen 1:03:25

πριν 13 weeks1:03:25

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer looking for some advice on personal and professional growth? In this podcast episode, host Tyson Mutrux engages in a deep conversation with Christopher Nicolaysen about personal and professional growth. Christopher provides some insight on the challenges of achieving both personal and professional goals through fighting through the boring stages of achieving those goals. Whether you are working on your fitness or wanting to open up a firm, it is the boring, everyday tasks that will get you to those goals. For example, eating the boring, healthy food and committing to working out at the gym are the things that will get you to those fitness goals. As it relates to the legal space, Christopher and Tyson chat about the importance of strong partnerships in a law firm. Blame can be a huge issue that leads to the end of both professional and personal relationships. It is fine to blame no one in some situations so people’s feelings are not hurt and those relationships can stand strong. It is important to assess a situation to determine if blame needs to be made or if something happened as a result of the business. Take a listen to learn more! 03:03 Data-Driven Approach 08:30 Long-term Fitness Mindset 11:23 Partnership Breakup Discussion 14:06 Molding a Partner's Vision 20:16 Misaligned Expectations 21:55 Confronting Difficult Conversations Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Chris: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube X…

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Best Prompt to Use in A.I with Tyson Mutrux 6:21

πριν 13 weeks6:21

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for a cool way to conduct research? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson Mutrux shares an effective research prompt he has been using to gather insights from experts. Tyson discusses a good prompt he uses to gather insights from those in the legal space. The prompt is: what are your favorite (lessons, tips and frameworks) from (expert, book, resource) about (topic). This is from the AI tool, Perplexity. The tool will pull aspects of the prompt from the Internet and answer the question for you. Perplexity will also provide links for you to find out more information about the prompt, which can help research various topics. Listen in to learn more about how to research more about any topic! 1:54 A prompt for gathering insights from experts on various topics 2:54 Utilizing the AI tool Perplexity for effective research and insights 3:53 Essential lessons on law firm management Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Navigating the Challenges of a Niche Market with Ashley Garbe Smith 1:08:27

πριν 14 weeks1:08:27

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is looking for some advice on starting a firm? In this episode, Tyson interviews Ashley Garbe Smith, an attorney and founder of AGS Law, which specializes in dental transitions. Ashley shares her journey of starting her law firm during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Ashley provides some insights on the benefits and lessons learned from narrowing a practice as it relates to running a law firm. For Ashley, who used to work in the dental field, niching down in the legal space to do dental transitions was a familiar thing. For those who are hoping to narrow down a practice field, it is good to think about areas you already have expertise in. Did you focus on a specific practice in law school? Did you spend a year articling for a specific lawyer and learned the ins and outs of that field? Play to your strengths when you are thinking about narrowing or niching down your firm. It is no surprise that lawyers are very busy and suffer from burnout quickly. Ashley and Tyson chat about the importance of self care for lawyers. Most lawyers wear many hats and dedicating time to self care will not only allow you to last longer in the business but have a better outlook on life. Schedule self care into your busy calendar and make it known to your colleagues the importance of it. This can help you stay on track to dedicating time to it and show others that it matters to you so they respect that time. Listen in to learn more from Ashley! 03:01 Niche Practice Area Dynamics 04:58 Client Expectations in Niching 05:50 Benefits of Specialization 12:04 Challenges in Valuing Law Firms 13:08 Importance of Self-Care Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Ashley: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn…

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5 Simple Ways to Expand Any Idea 6:37

πριν 14 weeks6:37

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for ways to make better content? In this episode of Maximum Lawyer, Tyson shares five simple yet effective ways to expand any idea, inspired by writer Dickie Bush . Tyson discusses the 5 things that can be used to expand not only an idea, but content. One way is to connect tips with an idea to relate it back to a core thought and propose an action step. The second is statistics and informing people of factual aspects of a topic to make it reliable. The third thing is to break ideas into steps to make an idea more digestible and easier for someone to understand. The fourth thing is adding stories to content, which can make content more memorable. And the last thing is quotes, which can be used to tie an idea back to reality and make it more believable to an audience. Listen in to learn more! 1:14 Expanding content ideas 2:09 Using reliable statistics to add authority to content 3:57 How stories make content more memorable and digestible 4:49 The effectiveness of using quotes to add credibility to content Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Insights on Growth, Marketing, and Client Service in Estate Planning with Paul Yokabitus 48:18

πριν 15 weeks48:18

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about improving how the business operates? In this podcast episode, Tyson chats with Paul Yokabitus, a guest expert in legal and financial planning. They discuss Paul’s journey in building a successful firm. Building a successful law firm involves understanding the risks that might exist. Tyson and Paul discuss how attorneys should operate when attacking these risks. It involves starting each day with an agenda that is intentional in getting things done and tackling any issues that arise. It is also important to be open to new opportunities as a business owner and preparing for the good and bad of running a firm. Client and customer service should be of top concern for law firms when it comes to measuring success. In a world where many businesses are using AI, attorneys need to prioritize customer service. This can include ensuring clients understand the legal process or going over documentation. AI should be used to streamline certain processes, so you can free up your time to service customers and clients. Listen in to learn more! 05:19 Mindset of Successful People 12:26 Differentiation in a Crowded Market 13:32 The Importance of Client Service 16:55 Pivoting in Legal Practice 17:39 Finding the Right Team 24:21 Overcoming Failures Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Paul: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube X…

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What School Doesn't Teach You About Being a Law Firm Owner 12:37

πριν 15 weeks12:37

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is hoping to run their own firm in the future? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux delves into the often overlooked realities of being a law firm owner. Running a law firm is not an easy task and it is not made clear in law school or in the early years of being a lawyer. One of the realities is making and abiding by the boundaries of being a boss. In general, you should not be friends with your employees to avoid heartbreak and not making good decisions because of feelings. Another reality is to know how to lead people. It is one thing to start a law firm and be the boss. It is another thing to actually lead a team effectively and be successful. Leading a team also involves hiring the right people to take control of certain aspects of a firm. This comes in handy when you want to take some time off. You need to be a good leader who builds staff up to take on important roles when you need it most. Take a listen! 1:03 Importance of maintaining professionalism and boundaries with employees 3:08 Need for effective leadership to create a desirable workplace 5:13 Encouragement to keep processes simple 6:22 The isolating nature of being a law firm owner 8:08 The need for continuous learning and personal growth as a law firm leader Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Best Strategies for Thriving Amid Change in Your Law Practice with Jim Hacking 1:06:13

πριν 16 weeks1:06:13

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer, host Tyson Mutrux interviews Jim Hacking for the very first time as a guest! They talk through Jim's transition from co-host to guest, their long-standing partnership and Jim's contributions to the podcast and community. Jim shares personal stories about his high school struggles, therapy, and Overeaters Anonymous, highlighting his journey of self-discovery, growth, and change. They discuss the challenges of running a law firm, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of their work on the legal community. This episode highlights the value of personal growth, community support, and meaningful connections. Listen in. 01:27 Change and New Beginnings 08:13 Triggering Event for Change 11:13 Navigating Changes 18:41 Niche Marketing Strategies 27:00 Focus and Singular Purpose 31:36 Podcast Beginnings Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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A New Chapter: The Future of Maximum Lawyer Starts Here 14:54

πριν 16 weeks14:54

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Join the Guild to grab our Case Roadmap. Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner looking for guidance on how to better run your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, host Tyson reflects on significant changes, notably the departure of longtime co-host Jim Hacking. With the departure of Jim, Tyson speaks to the mission that Maximum Lawyer strives to achieve and the upcoming changes to the podcast. He also reiterates the common fear many lawyers have when it comes to failure. With change comes uncertainty and that fear heightens. Tyson encourages lawyers to put their all into their work and their goals and to go out with a bang if things don’t go as planned. Maximum Lawyer has and always will continue to help law firm owners grow and succeed through the sharing of stories and practical tips. This will continue through new resources, guides, events and high quality content. Running a successful law practice is not easy, but Maximum Lawyer is here to help along the way. Take a listen to learn more about the upcoming changes to Maximum Lawyer! 02:28 Embracing Change 05:25 Upcoming Resources and Changes 12:07 Future Opportunities for Connection Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Best Strategies for Running a Law Firm While Traveling with Brian Manning 33:32

πριν 17 weeks33:32

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a business owner who is struggling with taking a vacation? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson discuss law practice management with guest Brian Manning, a political asylum lawyer who talks about fears of leaving a law firm in the hands of colleagues to take a well deserved vacation. As a law firm owner, taking time for vacation can be stressful. This can be due to the anxiety of leaving work in the hands of colleagues or employees and not being sure if things will get done on time or effectively. Brian speaks to the things law firm owners should consider before vacation to ensure you are not stressing during a time they should be relaxing. It is important to tell your staff that you want limited communication while on vacation. This will allow teams to inquire about everything before vacation begins to mitigate any potential issues and ask important questions. Having a competent leadership team is crucial to ensuring the necessary tasks are completed during a vacation. There needs to be people who can be trusted to tackle urgent issues when they come up. For Brian, he has 2 dedicated staff members who can fill in for him to not only take on the work but also act as a leader when other staff need support or guidance. Take a listen to learn more! Jim’s Hack: Have employees who complement your strengths. Brian’s Tip: Have non-attorney salespeople conduct consultations. Tyson’s Tip: Use a feature on the iPhone 16 where you can pause a video and record when you are ready again. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . 06:53 Emergency Protocols for Travel 09:42 Managing Staff Communication 10:43 Mindset Before Travelling 14:35 Building a Leadership Team 17:20 Maintaining Boundaries While Away Connect with Brian: Website TikTok Youtube…

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To Help You Deal with Difficult People 7:25

πριν 17 weeks7:25

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for a way to let go of negative comments? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux discusses strategies for managing difficult interactions, particularly within the legal profession. Managing difficult conversations is a tough aspect of working in the legal space. This is the case with colleagues, clients or strangers. While chatting with a fellow colleague, Tyson came across an interesting tactic for dealing with difficult people. The trick is to understand that people are not arguing with you but their own imagination. This is more so for those that make comments on social media. Most people who do this are trying to get their dopamine hit by getting a reaction out of you. If you understand this concept, small comments or moments of disrespect will not bother you. Take a listen. 02:14 Understanding Rude Comments 03:25 Mental Trick for Reframing 04:25 Recognizing Attention Seekers Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Streamline Legal Operations and Enhance Law Firm Management 33:46

πριν 17 weeks33:46

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking to take advantage of a new case management system? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Becca interviews Claude Simpson, Head of Training at Smart Advocate. Claude shares his extensive experience in the legal field and provides an in-depth look at Smart Advocate's case management system. Claude talks about the importance of Smart Advocate. It is a case management software that helps lawyers and firms manage their cases in a comprehensive and inclusive way. Many lawyers are quite hesitant to use case management softwares. One of these hesitations is believing that a case management system will do the work for a firm. Even though software like Smart Advocate can keep files organized, those in the firm still need to input the information or review the information. Smart Advocate is a tool that can make work easier and simpler for firms, but won’t do everything to keep a firm running smoothly. There are many great features to Smart Advocate. One of them is making the client communication process better. Smart Advocate can automate messages or emails for you that are sent to the client. The software also uses templates to draft documents so staff don’t need to sit down and copy and paste information into a word document or email. Listen in to learn more about Smart Advocate! 06:49 The importance of data mapping during the onboarding process 12:18 Misconceptions lawyers have about case management software capabilities 15:20 Challenges law firms face with existing case management systems 16:13 Improving client communication and reducing staff workload 23:24 KPI’s for attorneys and case management insights Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Smart Advocate: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Unlocking the Power of Social Media with Julio Oyhanarte 34:46

πριν 18 weeks34:46

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is looking to create a better social media presence? In this engaging episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson converse with Julio Oyhanarte, the world's most followed immigration lawyer. Julio shares his journey of leveraging social media to educate and connect with immigrants on U.S. immigration processes. Social media can be leveraged by lawyers to not only boost a business presence but attract followers and potential clients. For Julio, authenticity is necessary for success as a lawyer on social media. You need to present exactly as you are so those who want to connect and work with you are not being fooled. Gaining a following on social media also involves good timing and effective content strategies to do well. It is important to decide what works for you. Is it short form content? Do you prefer longer form videos chatting about certain legal topics? You need to think about how to use social media to your benefit. Julio provides some tips to lawyers who are trying to utilize Tiktok. It is difficult to capture people’s attention in this day and age. Because of this, you need to get people’s attention right away. Julio emphasizes the need to think about the first frame. Think about how it looks, what you say and what is in the background. You need to offer them something that they want or maybe something they should learn. Hook people to get them interested and then provide the important content. Take a listen to learn more! Jim's Hack: Read the book called “ Start, Scale, Exit, Repeat: Serial Entrepreneurs’ Secrets Revealed!” by: Colin C. Campbell — which talks about how to build something to allow you to sell it. Julio’s Tip: Think about the quote “People will remember how you enter the stage and how you leave it”. Think about how to hook someone in and the last impression for someone to remember you. Tyson's Tip: Read a book called “ Winning the Story Wars by: Jonah Sachs ” which helps you rethink how to tell your story using different topics like politics and business. 2:38 insights on authenticity for success in social media 8:02 Good timing and effective content strategies for success 16:32 Essential tips for lawyers considering TikTok Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Julio: Website Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok…

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The Smaller You Define Your World, the Bigger Your Problems Seem 16:32

πριν 18 weeks16:32

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who struggles with focusing on small issues? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson delves into the significance of perspective in problem-solving for law firm owners, inspired by a Mike Cernovich quote. The quote is “The smaller you define your world, the bigger your problems seem”. For lawyers, little things can cause a lot of stress. This turns every small problem into a huge issue. If you take a step back and think about how that problem fits into your world, your mindset about little issues can really change. One thing lawyers can do to overcome this is to think about how these issues affect your long term vision. Most times, these issues will not have an effect on where you want to go or what you want to accomplish. They will be small blips along the journey, so it is best to find ways to mitigate those issues. Mitigating can come in a few ways. One of these ways is to delegate tasks that are weighing heavily on you. Maybe intake is stressing you out or following up with some clients is time consuming. Delegate these tasks out to members of your team so you can feel less stressed and you can focus on other things. Listen in to learn more! 2:40 The relevance of the quote in managing daily stress 3:48 How a narrow view can amplify problems 6:58 Reassessing current challenges 8:01 The importance of having a long-term vision 9:16 The need for delegation to reduce overwhelm and expand one's capacity Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Best Communication Techniques for Winning Over Potential Clients 28:16

πριν 19 weeks28:16

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who struggles to be empathetic when working with clients? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux discuss the importance of using empathy to effectively communicate with clients. Practicing voice inflection and empathy are skills that can help when working and connecting with clients. This is more so when speaking with potential clients and it can really seal the deal on getting people to trust you to take on their case. Jim emphasizes the importance of perspective and thinking about what it would be like to be the client calling the law firm to ask for help. Using feedback provided from a colleague, Jim speaks to the need for lawyers to be empathetic and how this is something his firm is working on. Being empathetic is a balancing act in the legal space and Jim and Tyson talk about why this happens and how to get better at showing empathy when working with clients with different needs. It is important to sift and sort clients when they call in. You need to listen and let them know they are heard but also resolve the issue quickly and decide if you will move them down the line to the next step. If not, you need to kindly refer them somewhere else or let them know that your firm is not the right fit for what they need. Take a listen to learn more! 9:13 Feedback from clients regarding clarity in communication 12:42 Discussion on the challenge of being empathetic while assessing potential clients 14:46 Strategies for respectfully ending calls with clients Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Making a Transition From One Practice Area to Another with Tyson and Tanner 1:02:54

πριν 19 weeks1:02:54

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson chats with South Florida attorney Tanner Demmery, who is contemplating a shift from criminal defense to personal injury law after 20 years in the field. They talk through the motivations behind such a transition, including the pursuit of a more profitable practice and improved quality of life. Listen in. 1:53 Transitioning to a different practice area for more profit and improved quality of life 2:51 Exploration of practical aspects during a transition 15:18 The need to build a personal injury practice while managing existing cases 17:43 Hiring staff to manage the demands of a personal injury practice. 30:00 The importance of financial readiness and knowing when to settle cases Connect with Tanner: Website Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How Can Lawyers Leverage LinkedIn to Boost Their Personal Brand with Ron Latz 35:31

πριν 20 weeks35:31

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-hosts Jim and Tyson talk with Ron, a seasoned legal marketing consultant and founder of Legal Fenix. LinkedIn could be a key piece to your marketing. By exploring strategies for personal branding and marketing, and authentic engagement, Ron teaches how to start on LinkedIn with low barriers. Ron also shares insights on the role of a fractional CMO, and the benefits of diverse content formats, including video. His biggest piece of advice to lawyers is to build meaningful connections and avoid common pitfalls like inauthentic posts. This episode offers practical tips for leveraging LinkedIn to enhance professional visibility and foster valuable relationships in the legal community. Listen in. Jim’s Hack: Listen to the interesting podcast episode about a lawyer's life called: “How to Destroy Everything.” Ron’s Tip: For beginners on LinkedIn the tip is “Don’t overthink it!” What do you like to see on your LinkedIn?! Tyson’s Tip: Use the ‘Newsfeed Eradicator’! It’s a tool that helps you avoid distractions on social media while maintaining productivity. 04:36 The Value of LinkedIn 08:30 Personal Branding on LinkedIn 15:00 Optimizing Personal and Business Profiles 20:16 Importance of LinkedIn Engagement 20:48 Video Content on LinkedIn 25:55 Networking Tips on LinkedIn Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Ron: Website Instagram Linkedin Youtube…

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Stop Buying and Reading Books! 8:47

πριν 20 weeks8:47

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a book lover and business owner? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux delves into the common practice of reading business books and consuming educational content among law firm owners. Most of us read book after book without using the knowledge, especially when it comes to business books. Most business books are full of so much information that you are not going to use, so it is important to read with a purpose to gain something from it. Tyson emphasizes the need to focus on the goal at hand in order to get it done. If you still do not know, pick up the book and learn how to achieve it. Utilize summaries and cliffsnotes to get the most important information and save time. Listen in to learn more! 2:09 The tendency to read without applying the knowledge gained 2:56 The habit of consuming information without revisiting or utilizing it 3:44 Focus on actionable work rather than just reading for entertainment 6:19 The importance of learning only what is necessary Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Essential Tips for Law Firm Owners to Optimize Their Financial Health with Daniel Rowe 28:53

πριν 21 weeks28:53

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-hosts Jim and Tyson engage with tax attorney and CPA Daniel Rowe. Daniel, licensed in multiple states, shares his expertise on crucial tax considerations for law firms. Key highlights to this episode include: the importance of selecting the right business structure (LLC, S Corporation), tax treatment of legal settlements, and common mistakes by new law firm owners, such as poor record-keeping and inadequate tax compliance. Daniel stresses the value of education, collaboration with advisors, and maintaining mental and physical health for overall success in managing a law firm. As well as, Daniel shares about how he manages his two separate firms! Listen in for more details. Jim’s Hack: Read the book “ Stay Sane in an Insane World: How to Control the Controllables and Thrive ” by Greg Harden . Daniels’s Tips: Two key tips: Maintaining good records and seeking knowledgeable advisors for your business. Tyson’s Tip: Your health matters! There is a connection of physical activity to mental health, so make a plan for the colder months ahead! 03:06 Tax Considerations for Law Firms 04:42 Law Firm Setup and Structure 08:07 Common Mistakes by New Law Firm Owners 11:04 Independent Contractors vs. Employees 13:04 Managing Two Separate Firms Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Daniel: daniel@drowelawgroup.com…

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Flow Charts & Decision Trees for Your Team 10:13

πριν 21 weeks10:13

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner looking for a new way to streamline processes? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux discusses the benefits of using flowcharts and decision trees to streamline law firm operations. Tyson shares the process for developing a decision tree. A decision tree can help streamline processes for a law firm. It is a “yes-no” tree that can be used to make decisions on various things. It is great for teams where there is a process needed to make a decision on something. In the personal injury firm, it is a good tool when deciding how much a claim should be for a client. For others, it is a good way to provide staff with options to flow from the top to the bottom to arrive at a decision and determine what the end result is. To make decision trees effective, make it a mandatory process for your business. Listen in to learn more! 2:58 How to condense knowledge into a decision tree to aid attorneys 5:51 The process for developing the decision tree 6:37 How dedicating time to create the flowchart saves hours 7:25 The need for law firms to adapt processes as laws Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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What it’s REALLY Like to Work with a Digital Marketing Company 31:38

πριν 22 weeks31:38

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking to market your business better? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Becca chats with Vaidas and Steve from RizeUp Media ( https://www.rizeupmedia.com/maxlaw/ ), a digital marketing agency specializing in law firms. Vaidas and Steve speak on how they help clients market their firms better and the best ways to gain more traction. RizeUp Media helps clients understand what their goal is when it comes to marketing. For example, when agencies are looking to expand their business, Vaidas and Steve will help research where the client wants to expand to and what they need to do competitively to show up in that market. It is all about setting realistic expectations for agencies so they can succeed. A firm’s online presence is so important as it relates to marketing and attracting more business. First impressions matter when someone is researching a firm for the first time. Online portrayals of a law firm need to be perfect in order to attract that client. Based on what they see, they need to trust and believe you will support them. Make sure your content, contact information and photos are up to date so your firm is portrayed accurately. Listen in to learn more! 3:15 Discussion on design preferences and SEO strategies 11:37 Setting realistic expectations regarding SEO timelines and results 28:02 A law firm's online presence as the first impression for potential clients 30:04 The necessity of maintaining a modern website Connect with RizeUp Media: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin X Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Best Marketing Strategy for Lawyers: Unlocking the Power of YouTube with Jeff Hampton 46:04

πριν 22 weeks46:04

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer looking for more ways to gain traction for your business? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux chats with Jeff Hampton, a seasoned legal professional and entrepreneur. They discuss innovative marketing strategies for lawyers, focusing on leveraging YouTube to generate leads. Youtube is a great tool that lawyers can benefit from when it comes to marketing. Youtube not only builds trust among viewers, but allows them to get to know you and what you are selling. Jeff provides some insight on how to gain a platform. For lawyers, it is important not to be narrow in your expertise. It is crucial to start narrow and provide information that you know well or is tied to your niche. Then as time goes on, broaden your scope and tie pop culture to your legal knowledge to keep the audience engaged. Jeff and Tyson chat about why personal branding is important to a successful channel. People follow people as opposed to businesses. When you brand yourself, people will connect with you more and you can foster better relationships. For Jeff, personal branding allowed him to take on more clients because followers would refer him to business opportunities, leading to more conversations later on and getting to know people better. Take a listen to learn more about leveraging Youtube as an attorney. 02:10 Why YouTube? 04:06 Tracking Leads from YouTube 06:25 Engaging Video Content 07:52 Video Optimization Strategies 09:02 Building Authority through YouTube 13:16 Narrow vs. Broad Content Strategy 14:21 Personal Branding vs. Firm Branding 17:36 Shorts vs. Long-form Videos 24:42 Mistakes in Video Content Jeff’s Tip: Get started with Youtube by using your to make phone videos, under 60 seconds to practice and gain comfort. Tyson’s Tip: Use ChatGPT for organizing data and creating tables effectively. Connect with Jeff: Website Facebook Linkedin Youtube X Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Tips on How to Manage Your Time Without Burning Out 16:48

πριν 22 weeks16:48

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a busy attorney who is prone to burning out? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux chats about insights on effective time management. To avoid burning out, you need to be productive with healthy habits. For Tyson, this involves working out, eating healthy and getting enough sleep. It is so easy to get into bad habits which will affect how you do your work and will affect your body. It is important to incorporate different ways to practice good habits in your day to ensure you are performing at your best. Tyson provides a few methods on how to focus on a few top tasks each day. It is best to focus on the most important tasks so you are not overwhelmed. At the beginning of each week, determine which tasks you will focus on to tackle all of your goals. Listen in to learn more! 3:05 The importance of working out and getting enough sleep for productivity 8:37 The effectiveness of time blocking 12:01 Methods of focusing on a few top tasks each day 13:39 The importance of keeping all tasks in one place Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Unlocking YouTube Success: Tips for Engaging Content and Community Building 34:34

πριν 23 weeks34:34

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking to become more serious about content creation? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson discuss their experience at the Vid Summit, a prominent YouTube conference. YouTube as a platform has changed over the years, with preferred content changing as time has gone on. The best videos are ones that use storytelling and structured approaches to convey a message. Jim and Tyson point to creators like Dude Perfect as examples of people who have succeeded in the space and have made an impact. Jim and Tyson provide some strategies on creating better content on the platform. There needs to be a mix of content you want to create and the need for an audience to consume that content. If one of these is lacking, your channel will not thrive. It is important to look at what has been successful and recreate it as time goes on. Create content to engage people so they want to come back and watch. Listen in to learn more on how to create content on YouTube! 05:21 YouTube vs. Netflix 08:24 Content Consumption Patterns 12:03 Evolution of YouTube Content 18:17 Video Monetization 22:28 YouTube Shorts Importance Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Five Tips for Writing Meaningful Thank You Notes 9:42

πριν 23 weeks9:42

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you someone who wants to write better thank you notes? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux delves into the art of writing meaningful thank you notes. Writing meaningful thank you notes can be challenging because you need to follow a couple of steps to ensure what you are saying is thoughtful and will make a lasting impression. Tyson provides a few tips to create a thoughtful thank you note. One is to take time to reflect on what you are thanking them for and get it on paper before you forget. Another tip is to thank those who are often forgotten. People who are not thanked enough usually need it the most and going the extra mile can make their day. It is important to make the note matter. Write it because you want to and make sure you let them know what they mean to you. Take a listen! 3:42 The importance of taking time to thoughtfully reflect 4:25 Acknowledge and thank individuals who often go unnoticed 6:13 The importance of making thank you notes meaningful Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How Can Structured Training Transform Paralegal Success? with Chelsie Lamie 32:01

πριν 24 weeks32:01

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking to take the leap in starting a new business venture? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-host Tyson chats with Chelsie Lamie, an experienced attorney with over 15 years in plaintiff personal injury law. Chelsie discusses her transition from insurance defense to creating a comprehensive training program for paralegals, ‘Law School for Paralegals’. In her training, Chelsie dives into the common issues owners face when it comes to training staff. Most firm owners do not have the time to train paralegals, especially if paralegals don't know their specialities. It is easier for most to hire experts, like Chelsie to come in and take charge of the ‘training’ reins. What makes Chelsie’s program so great is that training can be state specific. This allows for the training of many different paralegals across the country. Running a side business can be a difficult task, especially if you have a busy life. Chelsie provides some tips for those who are thinking about running a side business. Being passionate about your business is so important and you need to be all in to make it work for you. It is important to just get started and get things down on paper so you are always moving towards that ultimate goal. Take a listen to learn more from Chelsie! Chelsie’s Tip: If you are not happy, change your surroundings and attitude because life is short. Tyson's Tip: Do not mount your camera but to use a suction cup! 4:42 Common issues law firm owners face regarding staff training 12:05 Tyson and Chelsie discuss the importance of passion 13:07 Pursuing passion projects while managing existing responsibilities 17:23 Strategies for motivating staff Connect with Chelsie: Website Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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From Soldier to Solicitor: The Inspiring Journey of Martin Parsons 28:54

πριν 25 weeks28:54

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer looking for some tips on how to foster better relationships? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim and Tyson chat with Martin Parsons, owner of Legal Advocacy Headquarters in Carterville, Illinois. Martin shares his inspiring journey from a 24-year military career to becoming a lawyer. Martin shares what he has learned about business relationships. Building relationships with people will lead to success. Working hard and making good connections is key to growing a successful business. For Martin, he advises clients to practice due diligence and the importance of documenting conversations and emails to make sure you are safe in case deals go sour. Having good relationships with business partners is also very important to maintain a successful firm. Martin, who works with his wife provides some insights on how to maintain a good relationship with spouses who are also colleagues. Communication is the foundation of any good working relationship and more so when spouses are involved in the mix. For Martin, this involves being open and honest about the wins and losses with his spouse to ensure it does not affect the business. Take a listen! Jim's Hack: Grab Gary Vaynerchuk’s 250 slide deck about “ How to make 64 pieces of content in a day ” Especially if you are struggling with making content for your audience. Martin Tip: Read this book called “Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day” by Jake Knapp, John Zeratsky , which goes through the process of how to choose a focus point. Tyson's Tip: Bring in outside people to train your staff or educate them about a certain topic. 8:22 Valuable lessons learned about relationships in business 18:36 Advice on maintaining a good relationship while working with a spouse 20:23 Importance of clearly defining job duties 21:11 The need to separate work from home life to prevent disruptions Connect with Martin: Website Facebook Linkedin Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Best Practices for Building a Successful Law Firm with Jordan and George 35:08

πριν 26 weeks35:08

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer looking for tips to improve how you conduct business? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim and Tyson speak to George Campbell and Jordan Teague, co-founders of Campbell Teague law firm in Greenville, South Carolina. They discuss their journey of establishing the firm, driven by a desire to innovate within the legal industry. George and Jordan talk about the importance of figuring out who you are and what kind of lawyer you want to be. It is easy to get overwhelmed and lost in a practice that does not mesh well with your lifestyle. George emphasizes the importance of finding out who you are and then looking for a firm or practice that fits best. If you want a fast paced work environment where you are head down and hammering out cases, then that is what you need to keep in mind when searching for a firm. Making decisions in a firm is a difficult task and George and Jordan talk about their process to making these tough calls. For them, their decisions are made based on their core values of autonomy, ingenuity, fitness and integrity. It is important as a lawyer to work with clients in a way that is helping them. Credibility is key to maintaining trust with clients and colleagues alike. Listen in to learn more! Jim’s Hack: Use FlightAware.com which provides flight status and can provide insight on your flight details. George’s Hack: Use a password manager to keep track of passwords as well as maintain better privacy. Jordan’s Tip: Make a pros and cons chart to reduce client’s options down to make quick decisions. Tyson’s Tip: Check out the associate bootcamp for lawyers 8:45 The importance of understanding one's personality type in business 11:07 Core values that guide decision-making processes within a firm 20:00 The importance of AI, blockchain, and crypto in the legal field Connect with Jordan and George: Website Facebook LinkedIn X Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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What to Do When Your Law Firm Hits a Plateau 28:43

πριν 27 weeks28:43

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux explore the milestones and challenges of achieving stability and success as a law firm owner. They share personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of financial stability, client acquisition, and effective management systems. This episode highlights the emotional rollercoaster of running a firm, the significance of cash flow management, and the impact of personal financial decisions on business growth. Jim and Tyson also stress the need for clear benchmarks to measure success and the value of setting meaningful, personalized goals. Their insights offer valuable guidance for law firm owners striving for sustainable success. Jim’s Hack: Re-read books. Like: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman Limitless Expanded Edition: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life by Jim Kwik Tyson’s Tip: Rethink the things that you are saying 04:15 Recognizing financial stability 06:47 The necessity of focusing on acquiring clients for law firm success. 09:19 The importance of managing cash flow 12:59 Different growth stages of a business 16:25 Essential benchmarks for managing a law firm effectively 18:35 The challenges of taking time off as a law firm owner 20:29 The pressure to respond to clients promptly, affecting his mental health 21:39 The importance of aligning goals with personal aspirations for success 22:10 Understanding what one truly wants in their practice Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Building a Culture of Success by Embracing Mistakes with David Neagle 30:50

πριν 28 weeks30:50

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Grab David's Freebie: The 2-Step Mindset Hack to Reprogram Your Life for Success Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about improving the culture of your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-hosts Jim and Tyson welcome back David Neagle, a bestselling author and founder of a global consulting company. The discussion centers on fostering a culture of success within law firms. For David, fostering a culture of success within law firms involves a mixture of different things. One of these things is for those in the legal field to understand that there are no mistakes, only lessons. Focusing on mistakes can make employees feel guilt and shame for doing something wrong. But, if a mistake is turned into a lesson, people are more likely to be open and trustworthy with what they do. Thus truly leads to a healthy and successful business. The internal voice of a business owner can affect the culture of a firm. These voices can be fear or the ideas from friends and family. It is important to separate those voices to understand what you want for yourself and your business. Other people’s ideas can control how you think and view your success and can drive a wedge between you and success. David suggests to determine what it is that you want and make a decision to follow the voice that will get you there. Take a listen to learn more from David Neagle! Jim's Hack: Listen to the speech called “The Day You Turn Your Life Around” by Jim Rohn to help get your mindset right. David Tip: Read Netflix CEO Reed Hastings’ book, which delves into how to step into your genius. Tyson's Tip: Spot check core values with your team. 5:07 The importance of embracing mistakes to foster a successful law firm culture 5:34 The need for law firm leaders to view mistakes as opportunities for learning 9:41 The process of shifting firm culture 15:47 How individuals' internal voices affect their mindset and firm culture Connect with David: Website Podcast Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The 15 Minute Mile Concept with Tyson Mutrux 6:01

πριν 28 weeks6:01

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for a quick hack to measure performance? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson introduces the "15 Minute Mile Concept" as a metaphor for evaluating employee performance. The 15 Minute Mile Concept can be used to determine if an employee’s performance has improved and if so, if they are still a good fit for your team. It is important to not consider a slight improvement enough to keep someone on a team if there are still other aspects that are not great. Tyson shares the importance of looking at aspects of your life where you only highlight one good thing but ignore other areas. It is important to take the time to work on areas of your day to day life that need improvement, both professionally and personally. Take a listen! 00:24 The metaphor of the "15 Minute Mile" 2:13 How slight improvement doesn't equate to meeting performance standards 3:13 The danger of exaggerating small performance improvements Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Building and Managing a Successful Law Firm with Steve Mehr 28:04

πριν 29 weeks28:04

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking to scale and market your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux interview Steve Mehr, co-founder of Sweet James Accident Attorneys. Steve shares insights into the rapid growth of his firm and the challenges of managing multiple offices. Steve provides some insight on how to scale a firm. Scaling a firm and managing growth includes knowing when it is time to hire more staff and build up a team. This might involve investing money now to hire in order to be ready for scaling in the near future. Investing in people can pay off for a firm if there is traction with clients and connections are being made to bring in more business. Steve shares the marketing strategies that have worked for his firm. It is important to ensure marketing involves a mix of showing audience results as well as focusing on a few key figures of a firm so clients can match a face to the business. Sweet James Accident Attorneys takes advantage of marketing through traditional media, such as radio and TV commercials to get clients. Credibility on traditional forms of media is a great way to increase business for a law firm. Take a listen to learn more! Jim's Hack: Read the book “The Talent Code” by Daniel Coyle. Steve Tip: Read the book “Scaling Up” by Verne Harnish and to use AI in the mail room to effectively track and manage mail that goes through a firm. Tyson's Tip: Focus on conversion when redesigning your website. Clients need to know how to contact your firm. 8:45 Insights on investing in people and the challenges of scaling 11:03 Discussion of the need for technological advancements 13:35 The challenges of managing growth 15:55 The marketing strategies for a large firm Connect with Steve: Website Instagram Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The 3 Things That Are Killing Your Law Firm 6:39

πριν 29 weeks6:39

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you struggling to maintain the success of your law firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson delves into the three things that are killing your law firm. Tyson shares the three things that can hurt a firm. One of these is inconsistency. This is something a lot of people suffer from and it can really hurt the growth of not only a business, but your own goals. Figure out methods to stay consistent with your goals or tasks. Utilize reminders, alarms or scheduling assistants to get the ball rolling. The second thing is the lack of processes. It is important to have processes in place for things like training to ensure you avoid turnover. The last thing that is killing your firm is draining all the money out of a firm by not having a system in place to ensure people are getting paid. To avoid sales flow issues, make sure all of your bank accounts are in order and you understand how money is coming in and leaving all accounts. These three key things will help you stay successful! Listen in to learn more! 00:24 The three main issues affecting law firms 1:12 How inconsistency in daily tasks negatively impacts law firm growth 3:08 The importance of having systems and processes to prevent bad hires 4:00 How mismanaging cash flow drains resources Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Complexities of Buying and Selling Law Firms with Tom Lenfestey 36:23

πριν 30 weeks36:23

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about buying or selling a firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Jim and Tyson are joined by Tom Lenfestey, founder and CEO of the Law Practice Exchange. Tom discusses the bustling market for buying and selling law firms, particularly in the personal injury sector. Tom shares his insights on acquisitions and why some firms are ready while others are not. Not every firm will be fit to be bought or sold. An ideal firm will be on the market for purchase when it has gone through the necessary changes to become successful. If a firm is bringing in good business, lawyers are making a good salary, processes are ironed out and in place and the technology is up to date, potential buyers will be calling. In the buying and selling of firms, deals can fall a part. In the legal space, deals fall through due to the emotions of both the buyer and seller as well as the fear to sell a firm that has been in business for a long time. For lawyers, it is natural to think about the ways in which something won’t work. But, that creativity can be used to think about the ways in which it can. That shift in mindset can really allow law firm owners to be confident in closing a deal to sell. Listen in to learn more! Jim's Hack: Read the book “Build to Sell" which will have you get prepared to sell a firm. Tom’s Tip: Read the book “Die with Zero”, which goes through how to control your life and experiences. It helps put perspective on why you are here and what your purpose is. Tyson's Tip: Look into the app EDX, which gives you free courses from universities and colleges across the USA. 10:19 Discussion on the ideal size and caseload for a law firm to be ripe for acquisition. 11:44 The impact of emotions and reasonableness in deal dynamics 18:29 The impact of emotions and reasonableness on deal success Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Tom: Website YouTube Facebook LinkedIn X…

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14 Tips for Young Lawyers with Tyson Mutrux 18:22

πριν 30 weeks18:22

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-hosts Tyson Mutrux offer invaluable advice for young lawyers. Tyson shares 14 essential tips he has learned throughout his career, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships, giving grace, and understanding one's worth. Even though these are rapid-fire tips, we hope that you feel encouraged and take something away that you can apply to your law firm and life today. The overarching theme in this episode, is to guide young lawyers in effectively navigating their careers and embracing the challenges of the legal profession. Listen in and be encouraged. 02:51 - Tip 1: Give Grace 03:50 - Tip 2: Build Relationships 04:57 - Tip 3: Have Difficult Discussions 05:57 - Tip 4: Make Yourself Indispensable 06:45 - Tip 5: Find Your Passion 07:42 - Tip 6: It's Okay to Start Over 08:42 - Tip 7: It's Okay to Leave the Profession 09:36 - Tip 8: Being a Lawyer Isn't Your Identity 10:27 - Tip 9: Avoid Being a Bulldog 11:22 - Tip 10: Embrace the Difficulty 12:11 - Tip 11: Let Them Doubt You 12:49 - Tip 12: Don't Give Free Advice 14:08 - Tip 13: Don't Discount Your Fees 15:37 - Tip 14: Know Your Worth Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Organizing and Scaling a Criminal Defense Firm with Stephen Hamilton 31:57

πριν 31 weeks31:57

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about expanding? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson interview Stephen Hamilton, a prominent criminal defense attorney from Texas. Stephen shares his journey from solo practitioner to managing a multi-office firm. Stephen shares the challenges and strategies that exist when scaling a firm. One of the strategies that is needed to scale is to get rid of the micromanager mindset. As law firm owners, it can be tough to remove yourself from professional situations or feel you are the face of the firm. Stephen emphasizes the need for owners to think about the people you need to make the firm stronger and more successful. From there, it is important to let them do the work and come to you when they need help. Many firm owners might consider opening multiple offices, which can be very difficult. Stephen speaks on the best way to go about opening multiple firms. One thing to keep in mind is deciding on a universal system of doing things across all firms. Opening a second, third or fourth firm that are under the same name but doing different things will not lead to good work and successful cases. It is important to think about the current structure you have and how to expand that to another site. Listen in to learn more! Jim's Hack: The value of spot checking and having someone in the firm who takes this task on to ensure procedures and processes are followed. Stephen’s Tip: Use the app Fathom, which is a notetaker. It records and transcribes meetings that even writes an email detailing what needs to be done. Tyson's Tip: Use the Whoop Band, which is an app that tracks your sleep and stress levels to keep up to date on your health. 8:48 The challenges and strategies for scaling a criminal defense firm 14:36 Discussion of the firm's customer service-driven approach 16:55 The challenges and strategies involved in opening multiple offices 23:00 Different motivations behind selling or merging firms. Connect with Stephen: Website Email: stephen@tcdg.lawyer Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Explain Your Niche with Tyson Mutrux 6:58

πριν 31 weeks6:58

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney looking for a quick elevator pitch? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson delves into the significance of defining a niche for legal professionals. Determining what your niche is can be helpful for attorneys making connections and getting clients. Tyson provides a simple formula attorneys can use to explain what your niche is to others so they understand you better. Finding your niche involves determining who your target market is and then adding the value you bring to them. For example, if you are a criminal defense attorney, your niche can be that you represent offenders and help them navigate the legal system. It is a way to let others know exactly what you do in a short amount of time. Take a listen and use this formula as a way to nail your elevator pitch! 00:23 The importance of clearly explaining your niche as a lawyer 03:19 A simple formula for niche explanation 04:23 How to communicate niches effectively Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Greatest Lessons Learned from Eight Years of Podcasting with Maximum Lawyer 41:09

πριν 32 weeks41:09

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this special anniversary episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux celebrate eight years of podcasting. They reflect on their journey since 2016, discussing the growth of their community and the evolution of their podcasting experience. They share insights from interactions with guests and mastermind participants, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and open communication in personal and professional development. Jim and Tyson notice that the law firm owners with the biggest growth and impact in their professional and personal lives are the ones that are honest and open, self aware, of where they are truly at. The episode is filled with anecdotes from their early days, memorable episodes, and the value of vulnerability in achieving success. Jim and Tyson express gratitude for their listeners and look forward to future growth. 01:05 We started our podcast in 2016 07:33 The importance of vulnerability and honesty in the podcast and masterminds 09:08 How curiosity fosters openness and success in conversations 11:28 How Jim and Tyson have grown over 8 years of podcasting 15:32 The balance between being direct and fostering curiosity in discussions 17:00 How curiosity can combat boredom and enhance everyday life experiences 18:59 Podcast reflection: the journey and memorable guests Jim’s Hack: Read Martin Baron’s book, “Collision of Power: Trump, Bezos, and THE WASHINGTON POST” focusing on media disruption and leadership. Tyson’s Tip: Tool Recommendation of Samurai Preneur that combines various AI services for enhanced productivity. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Those Who Work Hard & Dream Big Can Accomplish Anything with Dawn Smith 27:46

πριν 33 weeks27:46

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking to scale your law firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux engage in a conversation with Dawn Smith, a managing partner at a law firm specializing in nursing home litigation. Dawn shares her unconventional journey to becoming a lawyer and some of the things she has learned. Dawn provides some insights on her learnings when she scaled her law firm. One of these learnings was the importance of having defined written processes. Hiring new attorneys means different perspectives and ways of doing things. Without a defined process, it is easy for things to get out of hand and for attorneys to handle things their own way that don't align with the vision of the firm. Some simple processes that should be outlined are how demand letters are written and how mediation sessions are handled. Since practicing law can have an emotional toll, Dawn speaks to the importance of supporting staff when handling tough cases. It is crucial to have open dialogue with those who are hearing horrific cases over and over. Building a culture of openness within a firm is key to making sure the mental health of staff is always prioritized and people are not negatively affected. Take a listen! Jim's Hack: Read the book “The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership” which talks about taking radical responsibility and learning through curiosity. Dawn’s Tip: Choose one area of law and niche down. Be a specialist because it makes a difference in the work you do. Tyson's Tip: Use a resource that allows you to negotiate through tips and tricks. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . 02:15 From bartender, to forming her own firm specializing in nursing home litigation 04:33 How the firm expanded its practice to multiple states 06:35 Importance of written processes 08:39 Handling emotional aspects of tough cases 10:04 Having a positive mindset, the importance of support networks, and the belief in hard work and achieving ambitious goals! 13:03 The firm's marketing approach and obtaining success stories from clients 14:55 Navigating the challenges of partnership in a law firm Connect with Dawn: Email mclinkscales@fightingelderabuse.com Website https://fightingelderabuse.com/ Instagram: @smithclinesmithllp Facebook: @smithclinesmithllp LinkedIn: @smithclinesmithllp Twitter: @smithclinellp TikTok: @smithclinesmithllp YouTube: @smithclinesmithllp Instagram: @dawnsmithlaw LinkedIn: @dawnsmith…

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Overcoming Content Creation Complications with Jim and Tyson 25:08

πριν 34 weeks25:08

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking to dedicate more time to content creation? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, hosts Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux delve into the nuances of content creation, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and client-focused messaging. When it comes to getting a start in content creation, Jim and Tyson talk about the need for the process to be simple and manageable. Most people think that content creation needs to be complicated and advanced, with theme music, the most up to date camera and a dedicated editor. The reality is this can be done using basic equipment and some research. Creating good content also involves answering the questions people want to know. If someone searches a question up years later, they will fall into your funnel through a video that is focused on that topic. Consistency is key in the content creation space. In order to make an impact or get people to listen to what you are generating, there needs to be a consistent schedule to put content out. It may feel like generating multiple videos a week is a lot or you feel like you have talked about a topic too many times. But, the reality is not every person is going to watch the same video. Different videos are going to impact different people. Listen in to learn more! 02:00 The importance of simple content creation 07:07 The significance of listening for new content ideas based on how people phrase their questions 09:49 Consistency and authenticity in content creation 12:16 Focus on one social media platform 13:45 Having a distinct voice and incorporating humor 18:35 Keeping content creation simple 19:27 The importance of delegating finance-related tasks and the benefits of outsourcing Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Most Effective Strategies for Nurturing Referral Relationships with Brian Glass 27:40

πριν 35 weeks27:40

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking to invest more time and money into marketing your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux interview Brian Glass, a personal injury lawyer from Fairfax, Virginia. Brian shares his journey in the legal field, and the shift in marketing that he has done with his firm, Ben Glass Law. Brian shares some insights on his firm’s strategic shift from digital marketing to referral marketing, which has impacted the performance of his firm. Digital marketing involves putting money into running ads or commercials for a business. This only works if you have a team ready and able to take floods of calls from potential clients. Since most clients are calling to inquire, many will skip from firm to firm if that initial intake process is lacking. A shift to referral marketing involves putting money into a relationship management person whose job is to foster relationships with people who are most likely to refer others to the firm. Depending on how much money the firm is making, referral marketing might be more feasible and manageable. Nurturing these relationships is so important if referral marketing is the avenue a firm chooses to go down. There needs to be a process in place to figure out where to search for potential clients who can refer people. This can be cold calling or cold emailing people within your postal code or city limits and meeting them one on one. Whether it's a coffee chat or a lunch, it is crucial to make personal connections with those who have a wide range of networks. Take a listen. Jim's Hack: Read the book No Ego by Sy Wakeman. The book is about cutting down on workplace drama and what solutions can be implemented to create a better culture. Brian’s Tip: Read the book The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter, which talks about how comfortable people are in their day to day lives and how to move away from the mundane. Tyson's Tip: Choose a theme for each month and encourage your team members to share something related to that team. 08:39 The decision to shift from digital marketing to referral marketing, and the results of this change 05:54 Building relationships and prioritizing family time 10:59 Referral relationship management strategy 14:16 Role of the relationship manager 19:05 The importance of evaluating processes and seeking innovative approaches in law firm operations Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Brian: Website LinkedIn Instagram brian@benglasslaw.com…

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Send a Video Message to Your Client Instead & More! 13:23

πριν 35 weeks13:23

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking to integrate technology into your processes? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, host Tyson Mutrux discusses the transformative role of video messaging in his law firm. Video messaging platforms are great tools to use in law firms as they can cut out lengthy emails and conversations. Tyson provides insight on a few applications that are great for lawyers. One of these platforms is Dub, which allows you to record yourself while reviewing documents. For example, if you are reviewing a document that requires feedback, you can open up the document using Dub and record yourself providing feedback in short clips. It is an easy and efficient way for clients to hear your voice. It is also perfect to use when responding to clients as it provides a unique way to update them on files. Listen in to learn more! 02:17 Various ways law firms can use video messaging, including sending case status updates, onboarding new clients, explaining legal concepts, appointment reminders, client meetings follow-ups, requesting client testimonials, holiday greetings, and explaining documents and more! Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Awkward Art of Having Hard Conversations with Jim and Tyson 29:07

πριν 36 weeks29:07

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who avoids having tough conversations? In this podcast episode, Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux engage in a candid discussion about the challenges of having difficult conversations. They share personal experiences and struggles, and talk about ways to overcome fears of handling tough conversations in the workplace. Having tough conversations in the workplace is an unavoidable thing, especially if you are a business owner or have a team of employees that you oversee. Jim and Tyson talk about where the fear stems from. For Jim, it stems from the need to control the outcome of a particular situation. If you say something in a certain way, you may be able to control the outcome. But, in reality sometimes things just need to be said in order to not let situations get out of hand. For Tyson, he struggles with sugar coating conversations and not truly letting someone know how he is feeling. This can lead to conversations that never amount to anything significant. Jim and Tyson share a few ways to approach difficult conversations so you don’t avoid them. One thing to do is try to see things from the other person’s perspective. For example, if an employee did something that you do not like, try to understand why they may have done it to begin with. Maybe they made a decision based on a lack of training or they did not have the adequate resources to do their job. Take a listen to learn more! 05:01 The challenges and personal experiences with difficult conversations in the workplace 06:14 Exploration of the fear and control associated with having difficult conversations 10:17 Emotional regulation and self-reflection during difficult conversations 13:20 The middle path in handling difficult conversations 14:17 Importance of considering different perspectives during difficult conversations 18:05 Strategies for dealing with dishonesty during difficult conversations 20:04 Importance of active listening and follow-up questions 23:10 Using a technique to identify and address emotions before engaging in challenging discussions Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Have You Asked Your Leadership Team These Questions? 6:17

πριν 36 weeks6:17

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you trying to find ways to make your 1-1 meetings more fulsome? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson Mutrux underscores the importance of monthly check-ins with the team to ensure accountability, improvement, and employee satisfaction. Tyson shares the three key questions you need to ask your team to make sure they are feeling supported in their roles. The first question is highlighting something they are proud of that month. This will help them identify their wins and if there aren't any, how to make them. The second question is about figuring out where they need to improve, which can be either personal or professional. This can help set up some action items to focus on for the weeks ahead. The last question to ask is if there is anything they need from you as their manager or boss. This may be advice or additional support in delivering on their tasks. All of these questions are a good way to ensure staff are feeling confident in their jobs and that you as a boss are there to help out when needed. Take a listen to learn more! 01:09 The first question for the team is to identify something they are most proud of 02:02 The team is asked to reflect on areas where they need to improve 02:56 How to make improvements over the next 30 days and the need for accountability Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Helping Law Firms Grow and Scale Profitably with Brooke Lively 42:10

πριν 37 weeks42:10

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for some financial strategies to make your firm more successful? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Becca Eberhart chats with Brooke Lively about key financial strategies for business growth. Brooke provides some advice on how to value a firm to ensure it remains successful. Valuing a firm is knowing how much you as an owner are making a year multiplied by 4. It is important to think about valuing your firm to set yourself up for retirement in the future. As a law firm owner, you can increase the value of a firm by purchasing other firms or investing in the newest technology. This should happen when you are established and consistently bringing in more money each year. It will ultimately help when you are ready to sell in the future. It is so important for law firm owners to create a plan to value a firm, which is something Brooke provides as a service to attorneys. Part of the plan includes strategic improvement, which involves thinking about things to invest in prior to selling a firm. For example, if you really want to sell to a certain buyer, all you care about is timing because you have a short time frame to sell. If you know you need to invest in updating the technology of a firm first, that will be a priority before you consider putting the firm on the market. Take a listen to learn more! 13:14 Insights into valuing a law firm 18:34 The significance of focusing on making a law firm sell-ready 26:23 Importance of strategic improvement in increasing the value of law firms Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Brooke: Email Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin…

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Revenue Per Employee with Tyson Mutrux 6:56

πριν 37 weeks6:56

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a firm owner who is looking for a way to calculate the success of your firm? In this insightful episode, host Tyson Mutrux delves into the crucial metric of revenue per employee within law firms. Revenue per employee can be measured in a few different ways. Some include dividing the revenue of a business by the profit generating employees. It can also be calculated by dividing revenue by all employees. Either way you decide to do it will determine if your firm is understaffed or overstaffed. Tyson shares the importance of having a balanced revenue because if not, it means the success of your firm relies on a select few great employees. As firm owners, it is crucial to consider factors that can increase or decrease revenue. For example, if you spend a lot of money on marketing for the firm, you may see an increase in revenue because of that prioritization. This will eventually decrease after a few months, so be prepared to see a fluctuation of revenue. Take a listen to learn more! 00:23 The importance of revenue per employee for law firms 01:07 Different ways to calculate revenue per employee 04:10 How various factors, such as marketing campaigns and other projects, can affect revenue per employee Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Starting Your Own Law Firm with Jim Hacking 25:22

πριν 38 weeks25:22

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who is thinking about owning their own firm? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson delve into Jim's personal and professional growth as the head of Hacking Immigration Law. Jim provides some insight on how he grew his firm to where it is now. In order to have a successful law firm, it is important to invest in yourself and that of the firm. Jim emphasizes the importance of searching for people who have expertise and bring a different type of value to the firm so it can become the best of the best. Investing in yourself involves learning and coming to terms with things you are not good at. For Jim, that was getting comfortable with being confrontational when it is appropriate. Jim and Tyson dive into the challenges of running an immigration firm. Many immigration lawyers struggle because of the nature of the business. Immigration law involves helping people with their status, which can affect their families and their futures. Jim shares how many colleagues in the field are wrapped up in just completing cases and don't think about why they are doing the work. It is important to understand the work you are doing as an immigration lawyer and why it matters because people’s lives are on the line. Listen in to learn more! Jim’s Hack: Read the book Objections: The Ultimate Guide for Mastering The Art and Science of Getting Past No by Jeb Blount for handling objections during client intake. Tyson’s Tip: Recommended Rode Mini Mic and case for remote recording. 5:28 - Transition to immigration law 08:46 - The financial challenges faced in the early days of the firm and the turning point in building a successful practice 12:41 - The value of investing in personal development versus investing in the growth of the law firm 14:18 - Overcoming blind spots 17:21 - The potential for Hacking Immigration Law to become a $20 million company Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Top 3 Interview Questions to Use with Tyson Mutrux 12:22

πριν 38 weeks12:22

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a business owner looking for some insightful interview questions when hiring? In this insightful podcast episode, Tyson Mutrux unveils his top interview questions crucial for hiring at his law firm. Having a good hiring process is such an important aspect of a successful business. It is important to draft the right questions to ask candidates to ensure you are getting everything you need from them to make your decision. Tyson shares some of the questions he asks when hiring. One is related to how a client prioritizes their physical and mental health. In the legal field, attorneys are dealing with a lot of tough issues. It is not fair to hire an individual who is not taking care of themselves both physically and mentally. This will lead to a lot of problems for colleagues and clients alike. Another question Tyson asks is around missing deadlines. This will give candidates the opportunity to admit their mistakes and how they dealt with them. For law firms to be successful, employees need to be able to deliver and admit when they are at fault. If not, firms are at risk of being sued and spending thousands of dollars fixing the mistake of an attorney. This helps build the trust of a potential employee. Take a listen! 03:01 The significance of having a structured hiring process and the risks of not having one 06:32 The significance of candidates admitting to and explaining how they handled a situation where they missed a set deadline 09:04 Tyson explains the unique approach of asking candidates what their best friend would say they could improve on Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Following Your Law Firm Passion with Shannon Pawley 24:28

πριν 39 weeks24:28

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is new to being a business owner? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Jim and Tyson are joined by Shannon Pawley, who shares her transition from a national law firm to owning her own estate and asset protection firm. Shannon provides some insight into owning a firm and what prospective law firm owners need to do to achieve success. Patience is key to achieving any form of success. As firm owners, success is not going to come right away, especially if you are doing something new for the first time. Shannon shares her patience with marketing. Marketing to a consumer is not easy and takes time to get right and garner results. But, taking the time to learn and master something like marketing will only make you a better business owner. It is important to be proactive when it comes to preparing for when business is not doing well. There will be slow months as a business owner. It is important to not accept those months as slow and become active in addressing how to supplement your income during that time. Make sure to think ahead and plan to ensure things are always moving along. Take a listen to learn more from Shannon Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Jim's Hack: Talk to someone if you are struggling and don't suffer in silence. Shannon’s Tip: Read The Gap and the Gain , which talks about having a positive mindset as a business owner. Tyson's Tip: Use Instacart for meal planning. You are able to plan meals using recipes, where all the ingredients get added to your grocery cart and can be delivered to your home. 01:36 Shannon's experience in purchasing and taking over the law firm, including adjustments and team management 05:42 Challenges and triumphs of owning the firm 10:50 Shannon's goals for the firm, including expanding into other states 12:27 Dealing with potential clients who wait until the last minute and proactive marketing strategies 13:59 Changes in client interaction to enhance the client experience 16:28 Proactively preparing for slow months and implementing a maintenance program Connect with Shannon: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin X…

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The Last Thing You Should Think About When Starting Your Law Firm 8:35

πριν 39 weeks8:35

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE When starting your law firm, there are so many details to set up and get running. The most common mistake that Jim and Tyson see is new law firm owner getting stuck on branding details like the name of the law firm. In this episode Tyson deep dives into the ins and outs of what you should and should not focus on to get yourself started. Listen in. 02:15 The process of designing the best law firm and the importance of niche selection 03:16 The significance of choosing a specific and industry-relevant name for a law firm 05:17 The importance of prioritizing the operational and financial aspects of the law firm over its name and branding Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Mistakes Lawyers Make When Building Out Their CRM with Rob Petrie 26:17

πριν 40 weeks26:17

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking to make business operations more efficient? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson speak with guest Rob Petrie, an expert in Salesforce and business operations. Rob shares the reasons why Salesforce is a great tool and when businesses, especially small and medium sized businesses should use it for operations. What makes Salesforce so unique is that it has a user centric approach, where you tell the tool what you need from it. If you need to get certain pieces of information from a website, Salesforce provides it to you. Since law and technology are two very different things, it can be a challenge to get lawyers on board with using a tool like Salesforce. It is best to have someone act as a translator to stand in the middle and make sure the customer, such as a law firm, can understand how the tool works and can bring that social aspect to a project. Diverse teams generate the best results, so having an array of people and personalities working on a project is the best way to get something done. Take a listen to learn more. 03:32 The importance of investing in the analysis and design phase before building a CRM system 06:28 Common mistakes made by business owners and law firms when designing a CRM system, focusing on solving for the happy path and change management 08:40 The importance of data cleanup, migration, and user acceptance testing before the go-live phase, and the challenges faced during the initial launch period 13:26 The extensive capabilities of Salesforce as a business operations platform and the challenges of maximizing its potential 14:29 The common misconception about the need for integrations and the importance of simplicity in CRM system design 15:26 Challenges and strategies for dealing with non-technical clients and bridging the gap between technical and non-technical mindsets 17:25 The role of AI in Salesforce and its potential to enhance job roles 21:24 The importance of tracking and addressing process inefficiencies in business operations Jim's Hack: Have dialogue with staff because what they say may surprise you and teach you something. Rob’s Tip: When you see inefficiencies in your work, right it down. If you notice it frustrates you over and over, think about where your priorities are and change it. Tyson's Tip: Understanding that you have a natural tendency to believe what people say. It is good to objectively look around things when people are not telling the truth. Connect with Rob: Website Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Importance of Giving Your Employees the 30,000 ft View of Your Case Process 11:56

πριν 40 weeks11:56

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux shares what he does to walk new employees through a case, start-to-finish. Because if a new team member is unaware of your complete case process, then it's difficult for them to understand “how you do things” and what tasks they do that are connected to others of the team. It's so important for them to get that big picture view to see how everything fits together in your law firm case process and why the details are so important. Listen in! 03:58 The importance of providing new employees with a comprehensive understanding of the case process and the firm's way of doing things 07:38 The importance of establishing the firm's unique way of handling cases and the need to convey this to new employees 08:31 The onboarding process, including the use of an overview video and in-person training for new employees Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Join the Guild to grab our Case Roadmap.…

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The Power of Human Interaction with Ted DeBettencourt 26:25

πριν 41 weeks26:25

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who is looking to generate more leads for your firm? In this engaging episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim and Tyson sit down with Ted DeBettencourt from Juvo Leads. They delve into the nuances of chat services for law firms. Law firms can benefit from having effective chat services. Many people will use chat services when they want to get quick answers. A successful chat service will turn general inquiries into physical clients walking through the door. A lot of chats are lost if bots are used to answer all questions, which is why it is good for general, repetitive answers. When a potential client wants more information, the chat needs to be handled by a live person. There are a lot of challenges that law firms face when using chat services. One challenge is that many small firm owners do not use it themselves, so they believe it is not needed for their small business. But, Ted pushes back on firms to emphasize that using chat services will generate more leads for a firm, leading to more business. Take a listen to learn more about chat services! Jim's Hack: Read the book, Just Called People . The book goes into detail about the creation of iOS and the traction approach. Ted Tip: Be more cognizant of the times between going to work and coming home. It is important to get mentally prepared to focus on family time and not think about work until the next day. Tyson's Tip: An AI tool built into Adobe, which allows you to ask questions inside of the pdf document. Connect with Ted: Website LinkedIn Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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When to Fire and When to Hire for Your Law Firm with Jim and Tyson 21:06

πριν 41 weeks21:06

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, recorded at our recent Mastermind event, Jim and Tyson tackle pressing questions from attendees about law firm management. The discussion spans from the efficacy of the firm's podcast as an internal tool, to the nitty-gritty of marketing strategies and the intricacies of employee training. A key focus is on maintaining firm operations during team members' extended leaves, with a consensus on the value of cross-training and the potential for internal growth during such times. Listen in. 01:45 The best spend for marketing and the worst marketing spend 03:42 Lead tracking, intake software, and CRM tools 05:29 Performance evaluation and top grading 07:29 Lead response time 09:40 Salesforce digital engagement package for real-time communication 09:57 Client expectations and team management 15:01 Handling team members' absence 19:08 Strategies for managing team absence, redistributing duties, and viewing it as an opportunity for growth 19:15 Utilizing team members' absence as a chance to advance and expand the firm's capabilities Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Right Around the Corner from Greatness with Jim and Tyson 48:39

πριν 42 weeks48:39

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this live-recorded episode, Jim and Tyson, delve into the intricacies of managing a law practice. They discuss the critical role of honest self-assessment in recognizing a firm's downward trends, such as cash flow issues and ineffective marketing. They also dive into the importance of understanding firm metrics, which metrics matter and why. As well as mistakes they’ve made in the past and what to know to avoid them. They also explore the challenges of filtering out low-quality leads, refining intake processes, and aligning marketing efforts with the firm's focus areas. Client management Proactive communication Client feedback to improve services If you feel like your firm is right around the corner from greatness, dig into the data-driven strategies and a strong, client-centered firm culture for skyrocketing your firms success. 01:59 The importance of identifying signals that things are trending in the wrong direction 05:22 The importance of monitoring and addressing cash flow problems 13:09 Tracking leads, holding team members accountable, and the impact of low expectations on performance 16:35 Signs that marketing is not working 20:37 Strategies for improving conversion rates 28:35 Identifying red flags in client management 34:23 Creating and implementing core values 41:48 The necessity of having a system to ensure important tasks are completed before progressing to the next stage Jim’s Hack: Be on the lookout for people or yourself that use the words: “Sort of …” This is a red flag word phase that means you need to pay attention and clean something up. Tyson’s Tip: Go back and look at the last ten leads that you lost and see if you can identify the trend. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Struggling with the Vision of Your Law Firm? 14:46

πριν 42 weeks14:46

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is struggling with mapping out your goals? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-host Tyson Mutrux explores the critical role of having a clear vision for both your law firm and personal life. Many law firm owners struggle with creating a vision for themselves and their own businesses. Tyson shares the creation of his tool, the vision finder and what rules are needed for people to create their vision. These rules include writing your thoughts down on paper and sitting down to let your mind wander. Tyson also goes through some of the personal vision questions law firm owners should ask themselves to understand where they want to be. It is best to think about how you perceive yourself and how others perceive you as well as thinking about who the most important people in your life are. These rules and questions in this tool are meant to help you create a vision that you see for yourself. Take a listen to learn more about this great tool. 00:24 The struggle with creating a vision for law firm owners 2:09 Detailed rules for creating a vision 4:58 Questions and considerations for personal vision Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Precedent: Rethinking How Claims are Settled Between Law Firms and Insurance Carriers with Jim Andrews 35:49

πριν 43 weeks35:49

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for a way to streamline your law firm’s efficiency with claims? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Becca Eberhart chats with Jim Andrews about his innovative platform, Precedent, which aims to improve the efficiency of attorney-handled claims. Jim shares what Precedent is trying to achieve within the legal space. Precedent tries to bridge the communication gap that exists between plaintiff firms and insurance carriers, which can be a complicated relationship. Since both areas work with each other frequently and still use outdated methods to share information, Precedent uses AI to streamline and standardize administrative tasks and communication. Jim shares how AI is being used to reduce timelines for claims making their way between both industries. One of the features of the AI technology being used is extracting all the necessary information insurance carriers need from documents the legal firm provides. When it comes to this important information, the system can identify missing or incorrect information on the spot. Since it can be spotted quickly, it provides legal firms the ability to adjust and change what is needed. This ultimately limits the need for unnecessary and lengthy communication between both sides. Take a listen to learn more about Precedent! 00:23 The mission of Precedent 1:29 The communication problem between firms and insurance carriers 13:04 The implementation of AI in streamlining injury cases 17:43 Addressing the communication problem Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Jim: Website Linkedin…

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Unleashing the Power of Funnel Marketing with Julie Chenell 28:24

πριν 44 weeks28:24

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is looking for a new way to improve your marketing capabilities? In this engaging episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson delve into the world of digital marketing with expert Julie Chanel where they discuss success in building sales funnels. Julie shares the concept of a sales funnel and how it can be used for marketing a business. A sales funnel is simply a website that usually comes out of social media and calls for a consumer to take action. As it relates to the legal field, lawyers can use funnels such as a Google Ad to get potential clients to think about making that call. Funnels are so important for lawyers because people are not getting a lawyer until they are in crisis, so you need to be top of mind at all times. Julie provides examples of the different types of funnels lawyers can use to reel in clients. One funnel includes those that are helpful to a potential client. This could be an ad targeting a generic legal matter that a lot of people may encounter in their lifetime. Retargeting funnels exist on social media platforms as reminders after someone has visited your website. It is a way to stay in a potential client’s mind in case a time comes where they need your help. Take a listen to learn more about integrating sales funnels in your practice! Jim's Hack: Talk to people who are not lawyers about business development. It provides different perspectives on how they do business and learn different skills. Julie’s Tip: Send things like landing pages and follow up emails to 5 people who work in different industries. This will allow you to get feedback on how your work is interpreted. Tyson's Tip: Make a note when you speak to a client that involves a personal or positive event so that when you speak to the client again, it can be brought up as a conversation starter. It is a great way for the client to feel seen and heard. 6:49 The concept of sales funnels 9:52 The significance of the top and bottom of the funnel 15:51 Exploring the potential use of funnels for injury attorneys 22:15 Insights into the marketing techniques used by non-lawyers Connect with Julie: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Twitter TikTok…

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Is Unbridled Optimism Holding You Back? Exploring the Downside with Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 25:21

πριν 45 weeks25:21

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Do you struggle with keeping realistic expectations? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson and Jim share their insights on unbridled optimism and how it relates to the field of law. Unbridled optimism involves the idea of being overly optimistic and not focusing on the right things. Jim and Tyson share the reasons why people tend to act this way. For some, it is done to avoid having negative conversations. Being optimistic turns your mind away from potential downfall or feelings of heartache. As it relates to the legal field, it is important to see a problem and figure out how to address it. For Jim and Tyson, it could be seeing a dip in email signups, thinking about why it happened and finding ways to solve the problem. Jim and Tyson share the importance of accurate thinking. Things are not always going to go your way and decisions you think are good will not deliver perfect results every time. Accurate thinking involves being realistic about the outcomes of situations. Setting benchmarks can help create action. If something does not go according to plan, set a benchmark or action that will lead to another result. Listen in to learn more! 1:35 Discussion on the negative impact of unbridled optimism 11:18 Explanation of the Stockdale Paradox 13:04 Importance of accurate thinking and setting benchmarks Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Team Inbox: A Place to Centralize Emails with Tyson Mutrux 11:54

πριν 45 weeks11:54

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-host Tyson Mutrux delves into the advantages of shared inboxes for law firms, as they can enhance team collaboration and efficiency. Tyson provides a detailed look at Zoho Team Inbox's features, such as customizable views and email templates, which streamline communication within legal teams. Listen in! 03:15 The benefits of using team inboxes, including improved collaboration, productivity, and reduced response times 04:07 The various features of Zoho Team Inbox, such as customizable views, email assignment, chat integration, snooze option, and email templates. 08:13 How to use client names as tags, integration with automation rules, and the importance of integrating with case management systems. 09:05 Analytics and reports available for law firm owners, including email response tracking, activity logs, encryption, two-factor authentication, and role-based access. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Ask us a question about starting your own law firm here . Peak Performance Intensive with Dr. Jason Selk, sign up here .…

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Becoming a Law Firm Owner as a Second-Career Success with Bill Gshwind 29:51

πριν 46 weeks29:51

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you someone who is looking to transition into law? In this engaging podcast episode, Jim and Tyson sit down with Bill Gshwind of Minnesota Construction Law, who shares his unique journey into law after a 25-year tenure in business. Bill shares lessons learned from a business failure which led to a transition into the legal field. After spending over 5 years owning a business where many financial mistakes were made, Bill decided to take a chance and sell the business after realizing he had lost control. Transitioning into the legal field came from working with a lawyer who did not understand him as a small business owner. From that point on, Bill dedicates his time working with clients in which he understands what their needs are as business owners. Bill provides insight in his decision making processes and how it structures his firm. One thing Bill has implemented is strategic planning, which involves long term planning and mapping out how you will get to your goals. This can ultimately lead to certain decisions being made to ensure that goal is reached. Bill also shares the importance of ensuring the responsibility for the performance of work is not put on a client. It is important that lawyers are doing what they are hired to do and have clients leave feeling satisfied. Take a listen to learn more! Jim's Hack: Tell clients that: Just because you can doesn't mean you should. Tyson's Tip: Get your blood tested. 12:16 The impact of the business failure on the decision-making process 18:38 The challenges of the billable hour system 19:24 The importance of delivering value to clients 22:27 Using tools to solve client problems Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Bill: Website Instagram Facebook X Linkedin…

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Creating and Using Your Target Lists with Tyson Mutrux 7:44

πριν 46 weeks7:44

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-host Tyson Mutrux explores the strategic use of target lists in law firms. Target lists are more than just a to-do list; they are a strategic tool (spreadsheet) that can focus your firm's efforts on specific cases, ensuring that you're not just busy, but productive. By identifying the cases that are most likely to be resolved within a quarter, you can allocate your resources effectively and increase your chances of success. This approach is about working smarter, not harder. Listen into the full episode to hear how Tyson does this! 02:51 The components and tracking methods of target lists 04:43 How target lists allow teams to focus on specific cases Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Ask us a question about starting your own law firm here ! Peak Performance Intensive with Dr. Jason Selk, sign up here !…

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Flourishing in Law: A Journey from Big Law to Boutique Firm with Lauren Klein 31:57

πριν 47 weeks31:57

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is thinking about starting their own firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Jim and Tyson speak with Lauren Klein, co-founder of Flourish Law Group. Lauren shares her transformative journey working in a large firm to starting her own boutique firm. Lauren provides some insight on the challenges and rewards that come with leaving Big Law and starting a small firm. One of the rewards is the focus on marketing. For small law firms, there is flexibility to focus on the clients you want to and design a marketing plan that is unique and not controlled by a larger company. Another reward that comes with having your own firm is the ability to control the delegation of tasks and create a system or workflow that works for you as the owner. Transitioning from big law to a small firm owner can allow you to help guide new law school graduates. Most new graduates are eager to work in big firms because it means more money and more success. But, Lauren dismisses that idea in that the team and culture you have regardless of the size of the firm is what matters. Asking questions about work life balance as well as what a typical day looks should be used to make a decision. Listen in to learn more from Lauren! Jim's Hack: The phrase “first party data” which are the emails and phone numbers of people who consume your content. From an analytics perspective, it is important to know who is watching your content and how to connect with them. Lauren’s Tip: Do not fall into the trap of thinking that in order to become a successful attorney, you need to be overworked, unhappy and unhealthy. Tyson's Tip: Just let it go. If you are having feelings of resentment or anger towards someone, just try to find a way to let it go and focus on yourself. 2:57 The challenges and rewards of starting a law firm 6:30 The struggle of delegation 16:01 Experiences in big law 28:19 The myth of overwork in the legal profession Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Lauren: Website Instagram…

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Setting Up Your Quarterly Meeting with Tyson Murtux 14:34

πριν 47 weeks14:34

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for ways to spice up your team meetings? In the latest episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson reflects on his law firm's recent quarterly meeting, which embraced a "Future is Bright" theme. Tyson shares the activities that occurred during the firm's quarterly meeting that can be impactful for staff. Activities included functional games that had a purpose. Some included playing games where you would get feedback from colleagues or games to get to know each other. The goal for these activities is to share ideas that could lead to a change in how something is done in the workplace or the implementation of a new process. Another aspect of these quarterly meetings is to go over the company’s core values, mission as well as the review of the past 4 months to see what has been accomplished. Listen in to learn how to incorporate Tyson’s ideas into your quarterly meetings! 1:35 Explanation of the theme for the quarterly meeting 4:32 Description of the light-hearted activities that happen during the meeting 7:03 Discussion and sharing of simple yet impactful ideas 10:01 Review of priorities and future focus for the upcoming quarter Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Key Considerations for Hiring a Digital Marketing Agency with RizeUp Media 38:51

πριν 48 weeks38:51

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who needs to market their firm better? In this insightful episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson engage with Vaidas and Steve from RizeUp Media to explore the intricacies of selecting a digital marketing agency. When searching for a marketing agency, it is important to find one that aligns with your goals as a firm. Vaidas and Steve share a few red flags to look out for and some things to consider. One red flag is working with a company that does not truly understand the vision of a law firm and what the firm needs from a marketing standpoint. Marketing a firm involves a lot of things, including knowing who your audience is and where they are located. A good marketing agency is going to do the research and work with you to determine these factors. When it comes to the relationship between a firm and a vendor, like a marketing agency, communication is key to a successful partnership and results that will make the firm money. For a firm it is important to let your partner know what is and isn't working. To maintain consistent communication, set up recurring meetings for 15-30 minutes to go over how things are going for the firm as well as strategizing if a change is needed. Take a listen to learn more! RizeUp Media is offering Maximum Lawyer listeners a free competitive analysis of your competition and your market. They will review your current performance and compare it to your competition to help determine what you can do better. Claim yours here! Or email vaidas@rizeupmedia.com or steve@rizeupmedia.com. Jim's Hack: Using the phrase “happy and grateful” which for him means something needs to get taken care of. Vaidas’s Tip : is to use the app Loom, which is a recording tool and can be utilized to record short videos or snippets to send to people . Steve’s Hack: is using legal directories as an analytics tool and seeing how many calls you get from individuals who have found your firm through a directory. Tyson's Tip: Use a Notebook LM which is a virtual AI assistant. You can upload documents and ask the tool anything which will then provide answers using those documents. 2:49 Discussion on red flags when hiring a digital marketing agency 7:51 Seeking exclusivity in their marketing partnerships. 17:33 The importance of communication for successful partnerships 19:42 Importance of regular follow-ups and communication with clients Connect with RizeUp Media: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin X Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Teammate of the Quarter Award?! with Tyson Murtux 12:13

πριν 48 weeks12:13

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner that is looking for ways to show appreciation to your staff? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson delves into the positive impacts of the "Teammate of the Quarter" award at his law firm. Tyson shares some highlights of the award and what makes it such a great aspect of the law firm. Since law firms are such busy environments, it can be difficult to stop, reflect and recognize the hard work of those who work at the firm. What this award does is cultivate a culture of appreciation for those that contribute to its success. Having a positive work environment is crucial to any successful law firm, and awards like the Teammate of the Quarter help achieve that goal. The Teammate of the Quarter award contributes to better collaboration and engagement amongst a team. The award allows for team members to get to know each other on a personal level and it can lead to better collaboration when working on tasks and projects. Tools like Zoho and Google Meets Polls can be utilized to create surveys for staff to provide their input on who the Teammate of the Quarter should be! Listen in to learn how to integrate this award within your firm! 00:24 The benefits of the Teammate of the Quarter Award 3:16 How the award drives a positive work environment 10:28 The success of the award process Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Automating Legal Tasks: Making Lawyers' Lives Easier, One Click at a Time with Ali Zahid 35:29

πριν 49 weeks35:29

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about integrating automation into your workflows? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Ali Zahid, CEO of LegalMate, delves into the transformative impact of legal tech on law firms. Ali shares the concept of LegalMate and what it tries to solve for law firms and lawyers alike. LegalMate is an automation platform that is integrated with CRM’s like Clio to streamline processes that would otherwise be done using traditional paper based methods. What makes LegalMate so efficient is it takes away the manual labor and gives time back to lawyers. Tasks like intake can be time consuming and using a paper based system is prone to error and can get lost if not filed properly. LegalMate does all the work for law firms and helps with keeping everything in order. When it comes to integrating automation with workflows, Ali recommends it is best to start small. This is more so for law firms that do not have an automation system in place at all. It can be tough for teams to adapt to a new system if too many things are being implemented at once. It will take time for teams to learn a new automation system and let go of the old way of working. For firms that have a process mapped out already or currently work with some kind of automation, it is still best to start small but aggressively expand to move things along quicker. Take a listen to learn more about automation in the legal space! 1:42 How Legal Mate helps law firms streamline processes 8:43 The process of assessing law firms' workflows 11:02 The approach for law firms to start small with automations 29:43 Discussion on injecting AI into workflows Connect with Ali: Website X Instagram ali@legalmate.co…

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The Most Effective Strategies for On-Camera Presence and Public Speaking Skills with Kerry Barrett 32:04

πριν 50 weeks32:04

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer that would like to work on their public speaking skills? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson are joined by Kerry Barrett, an expert in on-camera media training for Fortune 500 companies. Kerry shares her insights on public speaking and offers tips for lawyers to improve their on-camera skills and connect with potential clients. Public speaking can be a very intimidating thing to overcome. For lawyers, public speaking is something that needs to be mastered as there are instances like tv work or in person court hearings and trials that provide the space to speak in front of people. Carrie provides some tips for lawyers to get over this hurdle. One way is to step outside of your comfort zone and find ways to make yourself and your name known to people. Apply to be on a podcast about the legal field or research media opportunities to network and let others know who you are. It is all about getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. Communicating to people as a lawyer can be a tricky task, especially if someone is not well versed in speaking with clients. One issue Kerry identifies for lawyers is that most speak to clients using legal terms. Clients do not know any legal jargon, so it is important to break down what is being said in simple terms. This also applies to lawyers who are speaking on camera. In this setting, lawyers are performing and not simply delivering information in a courtroom. What is being provided in terms of content needs to be laid out in a way that can be understood easily. Listen in to learn more from Kerry on public speaking! Jim's Hack: If you find yourself with a few minutes to spare, just pull out your phone and record a TikTok to see what happens. Get the content out there and then deal with graphics later on. Kerry’s Tip: When you are on stage or you're in front of a camera, there are two things you always need to have. One is a plan and one is presence. The plan is that you understand your delivery and the presence is what comes into play when all that other stuff goes sideways. Tyson's Tip: Ted Talk called the 100 Days of Rejection, where this guy puts himself through 100 days of possible moments of rejection from people. It is a great watch for those that struggle talking to people, being on stage or doing videos. 4:19 Advice on teaching public speaking skills 7:09 Discussion on common mistakes lawyers make on television 17:14 How lawyers can build connections with potential clients 20:06 How to use simple language for effective communication Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Kerry: Website LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Pinterest Blog…

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How Do You Pay Yourself? 25:32

πριν 51 weeks25:32

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is finding it difficult to manage finances? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson delve into financial management within law firms. Many law firm owners struggle with financial management, especially when it comes to paying themselves a salary. Jim and Tyson share the importance of paying yourself as a law firm owner. There is discipline involved when establishing how much money you receive as an owner. Many law firm owners feel they can take however much they want because they are in charge and bring in clients. But, this mentality is how lawyers end up with a struggling business, so it is important to determine and maintain a balance. Jim and Tyson discuss the emotional and psychological challenges law firm owners face when it comes to handling finances. It is so easy to get lost in the amount of money that starts to come in when things get busy and more staff are hired. It is important to maintain good financial habits to ensure not only you as the owner are given a decent wage, but your employees and all necessary expenses are paid. Hiring a good accountant or bookkeeper for a firm is key to ensuring nothing is out of the ordinary. Take a listen to learn more about responsible financial management! Jim's Hack: Download the ChatGPT Apple iPhone app and just talk to it. You can ask it all types of questions and it gets better each day. Tyson's Tip: Challenge people to not drink for 30 days and see how it makes you feel. 1:38 The importance of paying yourself a salary 15:20 The psychological barriers associated with financial management 18:13 The importance of reflecting on financial matters Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How to Part with an Employee with Tyson Mutrux 13:18

πριν 51 weeks13:18

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this podcast episode, Tyson tackles the sensitive topic of employee termination. His tips include: acting promptly, communicating directly and respectfully, and having a termination plan, particularly for remote workers. Some of the points Tyson dive deeper in this episode is to avoid prolonging discussions during the termination meeting, being objective, and not disparaging the employee post-termination. You could also offer support for the employee's transition and being transparent with the team are also highlighted. It’s the leader's responsibility to make tough decisions for the firm's health which includes the tasks of parting with employees. But hopefully, these shared tips will make things a little easier. Listen in! 01:31 Making the decision to part with an employee 03:41 The preferred method of being direct and respectful when parting with an employee 06:38 The importance of being open with the team about a termination 07:33 Considering offering help to the terminated employee 10:05 The necessity of seeking legal counsel and support Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How You Can Successfully Navigate Business Divorces in Small Family-Owned Businesses with Margeaux Thomas 25:42

πριν 52 weeks25:42

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you thinking about becoming your own boss and starting a law practice? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson interview Margeaux Thomas, a seasoned lawyer who specializes in business divorces. Margeaux shares her transition from working in a large firm to establishing her own practice. Margeaux provides some insights on establishing her own practice and some things she had to consider beforehand. One thing was connecting with other lawyers in her circle who provided some tips and tricks to getting started on her own and what was needed to become her own boss. Another thing was understanding that as a lawyer, you can always pivot and work at another firm if starting your own doesn't work out. This mentality helped Margeaux in becoming more confident in her ability to succeed. Margeaux shares her thoughts on how to partner up in a law firm and what to focus on. Looking at a business partnership like a marriage is something Margeaux tells people that come to her for advice. It is important to communicate to a potential business partner about the roles each person will have, finances and each other’s risk tolerance to decide if it is something to move forward with. It is also crucial to get a prenup or operating agreement to ensure both individuals are on the same page. Listen in to learn more! Jim's Hack: Read the book “Already Free” by Benjamin Hardy. It is about the intersection of psychotherapy and Buddhism and talks about the value of therapy. Margeaux Tip: Read the book “ Domestic Assistant Advantage’ ' by Steve Riley. She learned to hire a personal assistant to help with personal tasks to expand her reach. https://amzn.to/3TmuDS8 Tyson's Tip: Use TEMU to order office supplies. 2:17 Discussion of learning curves 9:24 Insights on partnering in a law firm 14:26 The importance of building a team earlier when starting a business Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Margeaux: Website Facebook LinkedIn LinkedIn Office…

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Adjusting Your Office Hours with Tyson Mutrux 8:03

πριν 1 year8:03

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this podcast episode, Tyson shares insights into his firm and the recently revised office hours. The firm shifted from team-specific hours to a more unified approach, introducing one mandatory 15-minute office hour from 12:45 pm to 1:00 pm, and two optional slots at 8:45 am and 3:45 pm, all in central time. This office hour change, aims to simplify scheduling, foster better communication, and improve productivity. 01:12 Tyson explains the new approach with mandatory and optional office hours 03:09 Tyson details the new office hours structure, providing flexibility and opportunities for communication within the firm 05:17 The positive impact of the changes to office hours and encourages feedback from the listeners Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Enhancing Efficiency: Kanban Boards for Legal Workflow Management with John Grant 32:50

πριν 1 year32:50

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who needs a tool to visualize the work of your team? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson interview John Grant about implementing the Kanban methodology in legal practices. John provides some insight on what the Kanban methodology is and why it is such a great thing to add to law firms. Kanban boards are used in the project management space and can be used as a tool to outline work. It is often used in scrum meetings among teams to break down goals. For example, if a team is working on a project to streamline the intake process, a Kanban board can be used to visualize how that process can go using columns and cards. They are meant to allow users to see workflows and identify areas where there is a roadblock. It can be customized to the likeness of any team! John shares some of the templates he has created that can help law firms succeed. One is a litigation workflow, which can be used to help outline a case. There is a column for intake and research, one for strategy, one for mediation/negotiation and then one for the trial process. This lays out the whole case in front of you which when visualized can help see the whole picture. The transactional template is similar but might not include a trial phase. John provides a few examples of different types of Kanban boards. One of them is BusinessMap, which is great for large firms due to the amount of users that can utilize it at once. KanbanZone is another tool that is great for lawyers as there are functionalities that work well for the type of work lawyers do. Choose a Kanban board that works for your firm to maximize its great benefits! Listen in to learn more from John Grant! Jim's Hack: Read the book “10 X is Better than 2 X”, by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy. There is a concept in the book about how we ease ourselves out of the day to day practice of the firm by using free days. John’s Tip: Make policies explicit. It is not just about what the policy is and what I want you to do, but getting to the why behind the policy. Tyson's Tip: Use sticky notes to start putting stuff on the walls as a starting ground. 2:59 The Kanban methodology and its application in law firms 7:36 The benefits of using visual Kanban boards to manage tasks 12:51 Recommendations for tools like BusinessMap and Kanban Zone 15:46 Best practices for setting up a Kanban board for litigation Connect with John: Website Facebook Linkedin Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Art of Delegation with Tyson Mutrux 8:47

πριν 1 year8:47

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is overworked and needs more support? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux discusses the crucial role of delegation in law firm management. Running a successful law firm is all about delegating tasks to other employees. Delegation is all about taking things off your plate and allowing yourself as an owner to focus on other important tasks. As an owner, you need to trust your team to do well and allow them to take on the responsibility of doing certain things. If you don’t have trust with your team, there will be no growth and you as a law firm owner will become overwhelmed and burnt out. Tyson identifies a few tasks that can be delegated to other team members. One of these are routine and repeat tasks such as scanning. Delegating this to another person can really take the stress off of an owner. You can even create a process for scanning that makes it more efficient. Legal research is another time consuming task that can be outsourced to a virtual assistant. Growth tasks such as drafting documents can be given to a junior staff member or a legal student to allow them to build that skill. Listen in to learn more about delegation. 00:23 The importance and impact of delegation 1:17 Tips for identifying routine tasks suitable for delegation 5:57 The impact of delegation on team empowerment and growth Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . https://maximumlawyer.com/tysonmutrux641…

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Unleashing the Power of a Mastermind: Transforming Legal Practices 27:37

πριν 1 year27:37

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who is interested in joining a supportive group of fellow attorneys? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson explore the impact of their mastermind group for lawyers. Jim and Tyson discuss the great things that have happened since beginning the quarterly mastermind sessions. One of these things is the ability to learn different ways of doing things from lawyers of all backgrounds. There are multiple ways to succeed and many people tend to not realize that. But, sharing perspective in the mastermind has created this notion for members. Working in law can be stressful and competitive, but Jim and Tyson share how participants are able to network, share ideas, overcome struggles and get validation from their fellow attorneys. The mastermind sessions are all about fostering a supportive environment for attorneys to grow and learn. Jim and Tyson share their methods for preparing for mastermind sessions. Starting off the mastermind sessions with a few questions help set the tone for the day and get people thinking about their work habits, business decisions and how they interact with clients. Mastermind sessions are all about digging deep with members, helping them understand their problems and receive positive feedback from others. Take a listen to learn more! Jim’s Hack: If you find yourself in a rut doing the same thing over and over, just do one little thing differently to be disruptive. Tyson’s Hack: If you think that you may have hired too many people, go through an exercise of picking your top 6 people that you can’t work without to narrow it down. 5:23 Exploring the benefits of running a mastermind 7:30 The dynamics and perspectives of participants in the mastermind 9:22 Planning and setting the tone for mastermind sessions 23:04 Discussion on the importance of making small changes Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Tip for Establishing KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) 9:44

πριν 1 year9:44

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who needs help measuring the success of your firm? In this podcast episode, Tyson delves into the creation and implementation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for law firms. Establishing KPIs for law firms are important because they show how a firm is progressing and what needs to be done to further drive success. Setting up and maintaining KPIs can be difficult, but Tyson provides a few tips on how to customize KPIs and ensure they are working for the firm. It is important to ensure that KPIs are tailored to different roles. Staff within law firms have different tasks and roles and there will be different KPIs needed to measure them. For example, a KPI might be used to measure how many files a case manager reviews every week. But for a receptionist, a KPI could be an average call time or how many calls are being taken a day. Tyson shares the importance of reviewing your KPIs and adjusting them as the firm grows. KPIs also need to be adjusted with individual performance. Job tasks will change over time as people take on more responsibility or change the way they are doing their work. KPIs will need to change alongside this as they will reflect new ways of working. Make sure to communicate these KPIs to staff and let them know when and why they are being adjusted. Take a listen! 2:05 Tips for customizing KPIs to align with the unique objectives 4:41 Setting KPIs that are challenging and attainable for team members. 6:27 Importance of reviewing and adjusting KPIs to align with evolving needs 8:13 Tips for effectively communicating the purpose and importance of KPIs Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Mindful Money Moves: 16% Savings Through Annual Plans 6:50

πριν 1 year6:50

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In this episode of Maximum Lawyer, CEO Becca Eberhart shares a cost-saving tip for individuals and businesses: switch from monthly to annual subscriptions to potentially save 16% or more. Many services offer discounts for annual payments and urges listeners to actively review and manage their subscriptions. Becca advises checking for unused services and negotiating better deals, cautioning against long-term contracts that may limit flexibility. Listen in for encouragement and ideas to be proactive and mindful in financial management for immediate savings and long-term fiscal health. 00:24 Opting for annual subscriptions instead of monthly ones 03:54 The importance of actively reviewing and managing subscriptions 05:14 Cautions against locking into long-term contracts Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Navigating the Challenges of a Law Firm with Jose de Wit 25:22

πριν 1 year25:22

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a new law firm owner who is struggling with running your business? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson are joined by guest Jose de Wit, an immigration attorney who shares his journey of starting and running his own law firm as well as the challenges that exist. Jose shared the challenges that exist with owning a law firm. One challenge is finding people who are the right fit. Sometimes, it takes a few hires to find that one person that matches well with the owner and the goals of the firm. Hiring for a law firm is also determined based on how the firm will operate. It is important to decide if a front facing or virtual setting is what you want and hire based on that. Jose provides some tips for those who are hoping to run their own firm. Due diligence is an important aspect when becoming your own boss. There are some things that need to be ironed out at the start. Some of these things include setting up a bank account to receive payments and pay bills as well as seeking advice from other law firm owners in your circle. Platforms like LinkedIn are the perfect place to find other lawyers and make connections. Success in the law firm industry is all about networking and establishing good relationships! Listen in to learn more from Jose! Jim's Hack: Let’s push back on the idea that you need to get hiring perfect every time. Make note of what went right and didn't go right and change your strategy the next time around. Jose Tip: Read the book by Benjamin Hardy, which is about a layered approach to reading physical books and audiobooks, which can help you get through your reading list. Tyson's Tip: Try playing the game “A Moth Presents a Game of Storytelling”, which includes cards that are great conversational pieces. 1:56 Challenges in running a law firm 6:57 The use of LinkedIn 10:26 The decision-making process for hiring. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Jose: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin…

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Staff Allocation for Case Management to Maximize Efficiency 9:30

πριν 1 year9:30

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a successful law practice? In this episode, Tyson takes a dive deep into the essentials of law firm growth and how to properly structure a firm for maximum efficiency. The way a firm is set up can really determine how well it will succeed. Tyson shares the successful method of structuring a law firm using the pod model. The pod model is a team of 3 people which is led by an attorney. They are supported by a case manager and a litigation assistant. This model ensures every attorney has 2 dedicated team members to help with their caseload. A benefit of this structure and why it works so well is the ability to cross train amongst the case manager and litigation assistant. That way staff are skilled in a few different things if there is a need to backfill. Tyson provides a few tips for law firm owners to use to make sure the pod model works well. Communication is a huge key to not only the success of the pod structure but managing teams as a whole. Scheduling regular team meetings within and outside pods is great to touch base on what is happening with cases. Another tip is the use of a communication tool like Clic or Slack to quickly reach other staff as a way to ensure people stay connected. Listen in to learn more! 1:11 The benefits of structuring law firms using the pod model 2:10 The distinct responsibilities of roles within the pod structure 3:11 The advantages of the pod team structure 5:55 Tips for successful team management Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Never Allow Waiting to Become a Habit 6:17

πριν 1 year6:17

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In this podcast episode, Becca Eberhart, CEO of Maximum Lawyer, challenges the mindset of waiting for the perfect time to start a law firm. She walks through debunking the myth of needing perfection, ample resources, or complete knowledge to begin. It’s time to take action with what you have and that “waiting” is a waste of precious time. It’s time to embrace "good enough" and start before feeling fully ready, with action being your key to turning dreams into reality. It’s time to choose progress over excuses and to commit to starting a business without delay. Listen in and be encouraged. 00:24 When you are waiting for the perfect time to start a business 02:14 Successful businesses that started without the best equipment 04:18 The regret of delaying, and the need to start before feeling ready Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Advice for Hiring Attorney’s: Shoulds and Shouldn'ts with Marc Lopez 25:43

πριν 1 year25:43

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who needs help running a firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson speak with Marc Lopez, a seasoned criminal defense and personal injury attorney. They discuss the do’s and don’ts when it comes to running a law firm Running a law firm is not a simple task. It involves a lot of moving parts and strategic planning. Part of this includes hiring the rights attorneys for a firm. Marc provides a few examples of what he considered when hiring for his firm. One thing is to not hire people that are similar to yourself because they will have the same downfalls. You want attorneys who have different ways of working and bring different ideas to the table, so there is a good balance. Marc shares some things he does as a law firm owner that helps with keeping things running smoothly. One hack is using the Otter App in the morning to take note of marketing ideas and ways to improve client satisfaction. This is then turned into actionable items that he can bring to the team. Maintaining communication with former clients is a good way to ensure consistent business. Whether it is sending birthday cards or newsletters, this is a good way to get referrals and become the law firm everyone goes to. Having a successful law firm is all about ensuring the client is happy. Take a listen to learn more about Marc Lopez. Jim’s Hack: Read the book “10 X is Easier Than 2 X” by Dan Sullivan and Ben Hardy, which talks about how people move from one level of success to another. Marc’s Tip: Read the book “Influenced” by Robert Cialdini, which outlines the best ways to market for a law firm. Tyson’s Tip: Sort your inbox for emails in which you have a clean inbox on one side and emails that need reviewing on the other side. 5:26 Advice on managing a law firm 14:12 Financial implications of law firms 18:24 The benefits of working on weekends in a quiet environment Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Marc: Website Instagram Facebook X…

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How to Get Your Firm Ready for Your Vacation 11:47

πριν 1 year11:47

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Do you need a vacation but don’t know how to prepare for it? In this podcast episode, Tyson underscores the importance of vacations for maintaining work-life balance and recharging. For business owners, it can be stressful to plan for a vacation without thinking about how the business will run while you are not there. Tyson shares some things to think about when planning a vacation and leaving the work to your team. Preparing for time off is all about strategically planning and figuring out who needs to oversee what and what needs to be worked on. In preparation, find a point person (for example, an executive assistant or office administrator) and brief them on everything that will need to be covered over the course of the vacation. If you have clients, let them know so they can contact your point person during that period. Briefing your team and delegating responsibility is a big part of prepping for a vacation as a business owner. Set some time aside to meet with your teams and figure out what is coming up during the time you will be away. Go over what needs to be delivered and how to respond to certain scenarios so there are no surprises. Tyson shares the importance of ensuring you have an out of office message with all the relevant contact information so people know who to reach out to. As a business owner, have trust that your team will be on top of things while you are gone! Take a listen. 00:23 The need for strategic planning to take vacations 3:53 Briefing the assistant 5:01 Briefing the team and clients prior to a vacation 10:20 The importance of trusting the team during a vacation Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Breaking the 2X Barrier with Becca Eberhart 8:55

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In this podcast episode, Becca Eberhart, CEO at Maximum Lawyer, explores the "10X is Easier Than 2X" principle for law firms. She discusses insights from a book by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, emphasizing the need for a mindset shift from incremental growth to exponential thinking. Becca shares that envisioning a tenfold increase in business can lead to innovative strategies and a re-evaluation of challenges. She provides questions to help law firm owners adopt this mindset, encouraging them to set ambitious goals and rethink their approach to growth, ultimately redefining their firm's future. 00:23 The concept of exponential growth and the mindset shift needed to achieve it 01:13 The typical mindset of business growth in percentages and the limitations it poses 02:18 The mindset shift to think beyond incremental improvements and brainstorm innovative strategies for explosive growth 03:28 Questions and strategies to embrace the 10X mindset for transformative growth in law firms. 07:15 Creating a roadmap for implementing 10X strategies and defining specific action steps and timelines. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How Can Law Firm Owners Overcome the Fear of Delegating Tasks? 25:01

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is struggling with trusting others? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson discuss the reluctance of law firm owners to delegate and rely on others' expertise. Many law firm owners struggle with wanting to take on every task that exists within a firm. But, the reality is lawyers, like many other professionals, are experts in law and not experts in all areas needed for the success of a firm. Jim and Tyson share a few reasons why law firm owners choose to not delegate tasks to others. One reason is owners starting their career handling all aspects like bookkeeping, intake and scheduling and not being comfortable with letting that go. Another reason is not having the time to recruit or having a bad experience with too many other professionals. Jim and Tyson provide some solutions law firm owners can take to give some of the responsibility back to others so they can get back to doing what they do best. It is important to practice delegating tasks to other people. Think about one area that is taking up too much of your time and search for a tool, company or an individual who can come on board and take it over. Spend more time perfecting your craft as a lawyer and let go of those tasks that can be done by others. It is all about optimizing your time! Listen in to learn more. Jim’s Hack: Check out the podcast Tetragrammaton , which is about startup culture. Tyson’s Hack: Watch the Rick Rubin interview with Andrew Huberman where they discuss how to keep the body still while keeping the mind active. 2:22 The challenges law firm owners face in delegating tasks 4:17 The reasons why law firm owners may avoid hiring experts 14:41 Proposed solutions to address the issue Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Time Blocking for Firm Communication 12:54

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Is your firm struggling when it comes to communication? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson delves into the practice of time blocking for efficient firm communication. Many people who work in law firms deal with constant communication. Whether it be through slack, emails or text messages, there are multiple routes that are used to communicate. Staying connected is great, but the non-stop messages can be a problem for productivity. Tyson provides a few tips for using time blocking to help with communication. One tip is for law firms to block time for office hours. If you have one hour a day dedicated to office hours, this allows for staff to drop in and ask whatever questions they need instead of sending constant messages throughout the day. Time blocking can be used for focused work as well and can be adjusted to fit how you work best. If you find you're more focused in the morning, block a chunk of time from 9am-12pm. That way you can reserve the afternoon for meetings or other tasks. Some people work better in smaller blocks in which blocking a few one hour blocks throughout the day is better. It is important to communicate and enforce time blocking to your team so your firm can be more efficient. Listen in to learn more! 2:15 Designated three sets of office hours to manage communication 5:11 Providing flexibility through designated office hours 9:27 Scheduling structured meetings for detailed discussions 10:11 The benefits of time blocking for focused work time Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Three Game Changing Recommendations for a Simpler Life 6:24

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Are you in need of some tools to upgrade the way you work? In this podcast episode, Becca Eberhart, CEO at Maximum Lawyer, shares tips on simplifying common tasks using digital tools. In this day and age, there are dozens of tools to use to make working better and more efficient. Becca shares 3 tips on how to use digital tools to your advantage. One tip is to use the website Unroll.me, which is a tool to tackle getting rid of spam and help unsubscribe from unwanted emails. This tool allows for you to take control of what comes into your email account. The second tip is to use Moonpig.com, which is a website that will help out with sending cards to people. For example, if you have a busy life and lose track of important dates, put that date into Moonpig, personalize the card and it will be delivered to whoever needs it. The last tip Becca provides is to use a free Amazon price tracker called Camel, Camel, Camel. We live in a time where the cost for everything is high, so this tool allows you to receive price drop alerts for your favourite items. This will allow you to decide when it is time to buy a product. Listen in to learn more about these great tools! 1:25 A tool to manage email subscriptions 2:30 A website for scheduling and personalizing cards for special occasions 4:41 A free Amazon price tracker to monitor price history and set price drop alerts Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Revolutionizing Law Firm Management: Strategies for Success with Kevin Cheney 30:07

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson talk with personal injury attorney Kevin Cheney about his Colorado law firm's evolution. They delve into the firm's staffing changes, Kevin's shifting role, and their unique bonus system. The addition of Kevin's brother to oversee business operations is a highlight, along with their approach to identifying and rectifying process weaknesses. Kevin emphasizes the importance of industry knowledge for decision-making and the need for new hires to immerse themselves in the firm's culture. The episode also touches on the nuances of legal business management, the life of a litigator, and the concept of radical responsibility. 01:02 The transition of his role within the firm 14:21 Identifying inefficiencies in the firm's processes and suggests improvements 19:31 A patient approach to transitioning roles and building a lasting firm 21:03 Understanding operations and identifying weaknesses Jim’s Hack: Read the the book ”Limitless”, by Jim Kwik , and follow him for great free advice. Kevin’s Tip: Read the book “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck”, by Mark Manson, and embrace this idea of radical responsibility, which basically just means internally telling yourself that you are responsible for how you feel and everything that happens to you. I think it's great for business, but also personal life of just really understanding that you're in control of how you feel. And so if you don't like how you're feeling, you have the power to change it. Tyson’s Tip: Read the book, “33 Strategies of War”, by Robert Greene . It gives you little tips on how to manage day to day life, like going into a difficult situation and how to address that. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Kevin: Website Facebook Instagram…

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Nurturing High Velocity Decision Makers 9:29

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a leader within a law firm who wants to empower their staff? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson explores the concept of high-velocity decision-making within law firms. Tyson shares what the concept of high-velocity decision making is and why it is so important to have within a law firm. This concept, by Steve Bezos, is about empowering staff at the lowest levels to make decisions. Most times, these decisions are big and can have an impact on a company. This is more so if companies have staff who are front facing and deal with clients or customers on a daily basis. Empowering staff to make their own decisions can come with the risk of mistakes, but as law firm owners, it is important to communicate with staff that mistakes are part of the process. Tyson shares that allowing staff to make decisions will allow for things to be done faster instead of waiting for the go ahead from those in higher positions with more power. Empowering staff to make decisions will also allow for people to become more confident in themselves and their ability. Without this mentality, staff will become fearful to make the smallest decision or even make the smallest mistake at the risk of being fired. As law firm owners, having trust in your teams to make their own decisions, especially ones that affect their clients is key to a great work environment and makes you a good leader and decision maker. Take a listen. 00:24 The importance of empowering team members 2:07 Encouraging a mindset that allows for mistakes 6:36 The crucial role of giving team members permission to make mistakes 7:29 Encouraging the nurturing of a mindset that allows for quick decision-making Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Revealing the Unmatched Dynamics of In-Person Masterminds 6:31

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Are you a lawyer who is interested in being a part of a community? In this podcast episode, Becca Eberhart, CEO of Maximum Lawyer, details the guild mastermind events, emphasizing their exclusivity for guild members and the advantages of attending. Becca shares details of what the Guild Mastermind event is. The Guild Mastermind are quarterly, in person events hosted in different cities around the United States. They take place over the course of a day and a half, with presentations and sessions. One of the key highlights is the hot seat session, which involves all members getting a turn presenting a current challenge to the group and then receiving feedback from the coaches and other members. Guild members are lawyers at different stages in their careers from different areas of the country. This brings a unique perspective to these events as other lawyers can learn from each other and network. Listen in to learn more about the Guild Mastermind! 00:24 Welcome to the Guild! 1:11 Details about the quarterly in-person events 3:25 The advantages of networking with ambitious law firm owners 4:34 Comparison of guild coaching and mastermind membership levels Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Most Challenging Times: Navigating Layoffs 27:58

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a firm owner who is struggling with layoffs? In this episode, Jim and Tyson discuss the difficult layoffs as well as the tough reality of letting people go due to a downturn in business. Jim and Tyson delve into the reasons why layoffs occur. Jim identifies the issue with spreading yourself too thin, in which too many responsibilities are given to too many people, when it doesn't have to be that way. Consolidating where necessary is a good way to keep responsibilities simple and not lead to paying for more employees when less are needed. Layoffs can also occur when a firm owner is thinking too far into the future instead of thinking about what is needed in the moment. For example, many firms experience fast growth. With fast growth comes more clients and therefore more lawyers or support staff. But, firms also experience downturns in work and if this is not documented and that fluctuation is not talked about, it can lead to issues with paying for staff. Listen in to learn more! 7:04 Analyzing the factors contributing to the need for layoffs 18:42 Discussing the consideration of shifting employees to different roles 19:10 Discussion on the considerations and movements within the firm Jim's Hack: We aren’t creating enough content! Create more content for marketing your firm. People are not going to get tired of you! Do more! Tyson's Tip: You can work harder and it’s not going to hurt you. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Lessons Learned From Bad Hires 13:01

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about hiring a new staff member? In this podcast episode, Tyson shares insights on the critical role of hiring in a law firm. Whether you are hiring attorneys, virtual assistants or office staff, it is so important to hire the right people for a law firm. Bad hires can really disrupt the energy and success of a law firm. Tyson delves into what causes bad hires and how to avoid hiring the wrong person. A bad hire can stem from a variety of reasons. It can be from rushing into the process, ignoring red flags on resumes or during the interview process as well as the values of both sides being different. When you face a bad hire, Tyson shares that it is good to have a pipeline of candidates that you can go back to and consider if needed. Tyson shares how assessing cultural fit is an important thing to look for in a candidate. Think about what your team values, the personalities that exist and how the team works best. Make sure to consider that when interviewing candidates. Another thing to do to avoid a bad hire is to not rush the process. Rushing the process can lead to the wrong person being hired because you have too many other things going on and just need someone. Tyson emphasizes the importance of creating a good, well thought out hiring process to avoid this. Listen in to learn more about how to avoid a bad hire! 00:23 Discussion on the significance of hiring the right people for a law firm 1:09 Exploration of the various reasons behind bad hires 4:38 Emphasizing the significance of assessing cultural fit in the hiring process Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Recognizing and Combating Decision Fatigue 11:27

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Are you struggling with making decisions in the new year after the holidays? In this podcast episode, Becca Eberhart, CEO at Maximum Lawyer, tackles the issue of decision fatigue and its toll on business owners. The end of the year is a time where many people have decision fatigue. Decision fatigue is when there is a decline in the quality of decisions after making too many decisions in a row. Becca delves into what causes this, especially during the holidays. This season is full of holiday parties, shopping, cooking, and events. Making decisions can become overwhelming when there are so many to make for different people and different things. Becca shares how decision fatigue can affect the growth of a business. Running a business and being a leader means making a lot of decisions. Whether it be how to market your company, if you need to hire staff to help with the growth or what vendors to work with, decision fatigue can lead to feelings of overwhelm. This is more so if you want to be innovative and different in how you run your business. Becca provides some tips to use in order to avoid decision fatigue. One tip is to plan out and schedule your day according to the decisions that need to be made. For example, if you are thinking about working with some new vendors, schedule chats with those vendors in the morning. From this, you might be more inclined to be more alert and can make a decision on who to work with after all meetings are complete. Another tip Becca provides is to really think if a decision needs to be made at that moment. If not, tell yourself to come back to it at a later date so you can relieve some of that stress. Listen in to learn more tips on decision fatigue from Becca! 00:24 The impact of decision fatigue during December 2:20 The impact of decision fatigue on business growth 4:38 Strategies to manage decision fatigue Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Unleashing the Power of Legal Tech with Colin Levy 28:25

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is looking to integrate more technology in your firm? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson discuss legal tech with Colin Levy, a lawyer and legal tech expert as they explore the role of artificial intelligence in law. Colin provides his thoughts on practical tools that law firms can use to become more efficient. One of these tools is Clio. which is a practice management software that is accessible, easy to set up and is great when it comes to the learning curve. This means it is easy to teach first timers. Other tools like Joseph and Brighter (which are code and no code tools) are a bit more advanced and allow users to set up workflows for their teams. Time is money, so these tools are great to get things moving quickly! Colin shares how many law firms are resistant to using technology and AI because of the misconception that it is expensive and time consuming. The biggest fear many lawyers have is using technology that will give them incorrect information and make their job harder. Most choose to stay within their comfort zone and use tools or methods of working that are not that efficient. AI and technology can help any business grow and innovate the way things are done. Jim, Tyson and Colin talk through the ideal tech package that firms need if they are just starting out. Clio is great for administrative tasks like invoicing and billing, which is such a crucial part of any business and a good, reliable tool is needed to ensure things are kept in order. Having a tool to streamline intake forms or feedback forms is important so they are collected, received and actioned out to whoever needs to work on it. Another tool is some sort of project management tool that shows workflows, what needs to be focused on or what needs attention. Listen in to learn more from Colin! 6:10 Accessible tools like Clio 16:01 The fear of technology in the legal field 18:16 Recommended tools for new law firms Jim's Hack: Read the book called “Extremely Online” by Taylor Lorenz, which talks about the history of different social media channels. Colin’s Tip: Take time for yourself as the world moves very quickly. Take a few minutes to relax and listen to what your body is telling you. Tyson's Tip: Experiment with building GPT’s through OpenAI. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Colin: Website LinkedIn X…

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What to Ask When Interviewing Vendors for Your Firm 12:51

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a business owner who needs to hire a vendor? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson discusses what to do when you are ready to hire vendors for your business. Choosing the right vendor can really make or break a business. It is important to think about a few different things when considering a vendor. Tyson shares how it is important to ask the right questions. One of these questions is to ask about a trial period, so you can test and see if the vendor is the right fit and meets all of your business needs. Another question is to ask if their product or service works with the systems of your business. This will allow you to find out if the vendor is compatible and has everything your business needs. Questions like this will ensure you are not wasting money on a vendor that is not a right fit. If you plan on working with a vendor for a long time, it is crucial that you are covering all of your bases and getting all your questions and concerns addressed. Researching a vendor is another important thing to consider before signing a contract. Ask the vendor for their annual reports or data to show their results. Reach out to individuals or other companies who have worked with them and who have provided good and bad reviews. This will give you a first hand account of how the vendor has worked with other companies. If you are hiring vendors for copywriting or research, find out if you can get samples of their work as part of the research to see if they are telling the truth when it comes to how good they claim to be. Take a listen. 00:24 Ask the right questions when interviewing vendors 4:00 The importance of insisting on a trial period 5:52 The significance of doing thorough research for potential vendors 7:55 Importance of ensuring that vendors have experience in the specific niche Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Stop Doing This for Lasting Change 5:53

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Are you someone who has a goal for the New Year but unsure if you will achieve it? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, CEO Becca Eberhart discusses the importance of keeping promises to oneself for personal growth and goal achievement. A new year means new goals and achievements. For many people, they are confident that they will achieve their New Year's resolution. For others, they make that promise and then let things fall behind. Becca shares how important it is to not break promises to yourself. In order to see change or growth, the key is to make commitments that are possible in order to get to your goal. For example, if you have a goal to lose 10 pounds in 3 months, make a commitment to go to the gym 1 hour a day or meal prep for work days. The follow through is the only thing that will keep that promise. If you struggle to keep promises to yourself, Becca shares a few ways to change this. One way is to change your mindset to respecting yourself the way you do others. Most times, people will not let a friend down so don't do it to yourself. Following through with promises is more realistic if it is documented. It is so easy to just say in your head that you will lose 10 pounds or eat healthier. Write the promise down on a sticky note or in your notes app on your phone. This is a good way to hold yourself accountable and turn the promise from a thought into something tangible. Holding yourself accountable also shows in being realistic in your goals and what you can actually achieve. Don't set too big a goal if you truly know you can't deliver! Take a listen to learn more! 00:24 Becca discusses the significance of keeping promises to oneself 2:24 Becca offers advice on how to make changes 3:25 Becca explains the importance of writing down promises Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Law Firm Owners and Accounting with Jessica Gonifas 27:25

πριν 1 year27:25

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who needs help with managing finances? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson converse with Jessica, a CPA from Silver Peaks Accounting Service, who specializes in accounting for law firms. They discuss common accounting mistakes that law firms make. As a CPA who works with attorneys, Jessica shares things that lawyers should not be doing when it comes to keeping their books straight and finances in order. One thing is not having accurate trust accounts. It is so important to ensure accounting firms specialize in law firms because if not, the numbers will not be accurate. Getting monthly reports will allow for law firms to stay on top of what is happening and ensure their numbers match. Another thing that many people fall behind on is creating a system to keep and log receipts for expenses. It can be as simple as taking a photo of a receipt and sending it to an assistant or adding it to a folder on your phone. Find a system that works for you! Jim, Tyson and Jessica discuss what law firm owners need to do when it comes to profit. Jessica emphasizes the importance of ensuring expenses are not higher than the profit a firm is bringing in. To find this out, law firm owners can look at their profit margin percentage over time. Understanding this will also help decide if a firm can afford to bring in more employees to help the profit margin increase. The profit margin will also show if it is time to cut expenses. With that said, it is important to have a good balance when it comes to focusing on the profit margin. Jessica shares an example of a client who was so focused on cutting expenses for their firm, that the firm made less profit that year because the focus was not on making money. Finding a tax professional that shares the same goals and morals as you is key to having great finances. Think about the kind of business owner you are. Are you conservative, aggressive or frugal? It is best to find a tax professional that shares those same ideals. The worst thing a law firm owner can do is find an aggressive tax professional when the firm is looking to save money. The business relationship will not last long if both sides don't agree. Take a listen to learn more financial tips from Jessica! 2:57 The common trust account issues that law firm owners have 7:57 Practical tips for managing expenses and receipts 10:15 The importance of profit margin and tracking financial metrics 11:40 Exploration of being overly focused on cutting expenses 13:07 The concern of adding employees and the need to develop a plan Jim's Hack: Write down on a notepad what he wants to change about the direction of his firm. Spending 15 minutes everyday has brought more insight to bring change. Jessica’s Tip: Keep things simple. Do what works for you and what will bring you happiness and success. Tyson's Tip: Watch this Youtube video where Chris Williamson interviews Alex Hermosa . There are some great and valuable insights given. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Jessica: Website Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Personal Linkedin TikTok…

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The Secret Plan To Launch Your Firm Into 2024: Finances 7:49

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who needs more financial tips to grow your firm? In this final episode of a five-part series, Jim and Tyson discuss financial strategies for law firms. Jim shares how it is a great financial hack to diversify revenue streams so you are able to get cases from different areas. There are probably dozens of cases that would never enter the door if you did not seek them out in different sectors. This will allow for a wide variety of cases and clients that could be beneficial for your firm. Another way to diversity is something called “white labeling”. This is when you offer something to a client in partnership with another law firm. This could be offering your client a package from another firm, where you get a percentage of what is sold. Tyson shares a tip of cutting costs where it makes sense. Review all of your expenses, which includes subscriptions and softwares and really iron down what you are actually using for your firm. If you know something is not useful, cancel that subscription so more money goes into your pocket. Listen in to learn more! 1:16 The importance of exploring new sources of income 4:08 Tips to save money and increase profitability 6:00 Emphasizing the importance of having a work-life balance Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Secret Plan To Launch Your Firm Into 2024: Systems 5:15

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Do you know how many softwares and subscriptions your firm is using? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson discuss the importance of implementing systems in law firms. This is part four of a five part series where Jim and Tyson help firms launch in 2024. Jim and Tyson delve into the best ways to systemize firms. A lot of firms spend money on softwares and subscriptions to help with workflows and organization. But, some firms are spending too much on duplication or systems that are no longer helping the firm succeed. A great tip is to do an inventory of all the softwares that your firm uses and think about what can be removed. Another thing to do is keep track of renewal dates. Maybe there is a software that has a renewal date on January 1 and you realize you no longer need it. Go ahead and cancel that to save your firm money in the New Year. Tyson shares the importance of coming up with a process for system checks. There can be times where something goes wrong that you are not aware of. Are your birthday texts being sent to clients? Are your monthly newsletters going out? Make it a habit (maybe once a month) to go in and check systems to make sure they are functioning properly. Take a listen! 00:45 Discussion on the importance of systems 2:05 Advice on reviewing and assessing software subscriptions and monthly expenses 3:22 Ensuring that all systems and processes in the law firm are functioning properly Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Secret Plan To Launch Your Firm Into 2024: Operations 6:02

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a firm owner who is struggling with solving operational issues for the firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson discuss strategies for law firm success through defining operational clarity and efficiency. This is part three of a five part series discussing how firms can have a successful launch in 2024. Jim shares that he would spend his hour going over the organizational charts of the firm to see what the 5 most important things for each role are. It is important to meet with each person and get an understanding of how they are doing and if their roles or responsibilities have changed since they began. This will provide more clarity on what that role consists of. Law firms are always changing and the way people did things a year prior or the responsibilities staff have will change as time goes on. It is important to ensure this is being reviewed each year. Tyson shares the need to think about a strategy when you choose to grow a law firm. Growing a firm is expensive, especially if you want to create a new team. For example, a team or a pod can consist of a case manager, an attorney and a litigation assistant. That is a team of 3 people with 3 salaries, which can be expensive if you want to grow. Think about how to expand in order to get that new team without hiring everyone all at once. Also think about who should be hired first and where to leverage across other areas until you are ready to hire the second and third person. Tyson also delves into looking at processes and where to trim the fat. Looking at areas where too much is going on and where workflows can be improved is another way to get clarity and efficiency for a firm. Listen in to learn more! 1:00 The importance of assessing each person in the firm to see how they're doing 4:05 Focusing on evaluating processes and optimizing workflows Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Secret Plan To Launch Your Firm Into 2024: Intake 6:37

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Do you need to reevaluate your firm’s intake process? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson discuss ways to improve the intake process, which is part of a series aimed at preparing law firms for the upcoming year. The intake process is a very important part of the client-lawyer relationship. This is when a client is first coming on board and it is used to see if a lawyer will take on a case. Jim shares how lawyers should spend time looking at their firm’s process and focus on analyzing how fast or slow it takes for a client to sign up with the firm. Speeding the process up will ultimately lead to more money. Another part of the intake process is focusing on the sales aspect of it. Make a list of the common objections and questions that you receive in your intake process and then address them as you are marketing your firm to potential clients. An example is while on the phone speaking with someone who would like to take some time to review a contract, have the intake person ask if there is anything that needs to be addressed on the spot. This cuts out the need for someone to call back asking for more clarity. As firm owners, you have a wealth of knowledge that your intake staff might not have. So writing down responses to those commonly asked questions for your staff to have as a script is a great way to ensure more clients are coming through the door. Listen in to learn how to improve your firm’s intake process! 00:56 Discussion on evaluating the firm's intake process 2:47 Exploration of common objections during the intake process 5:08 Importance of providing information about the firm's background to enhance credibility Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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The Secret Plan To Launch Your Firm Into 2024: Marketing 11:20

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner who is hoping to better market your firm? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson introduce a five-part series aimed at preparing law firms for 2024, with the first episode focusing on marketing strategies. Marketing is all about convincing people to buy what you are selling. For law firms, it is about getting your name out there and telling people why they should hire you if they are in need. Tyson and Jim share how it is important to understand what your competition is doing in order to assess what is being talked about already and what marketing strategies other people are doing. This way it can be used to inform your strategies. If you are trying to improve your marketing for the new year, spend an hour doing this work and make some goals. Think about how your firm is different and what else you can offer. Auditing your firm’s website is another thing that can help with marketing. Tyson and Jim share how many companies who have not audited their websites have numbers and addresses that are out of date. This is so important because if this information is not reviewed or updated frequently, people will not be able to find you and not become clients to the firm. Auditing can be done on your own or through hiring an SEO person. It is a key aspect of marketing so people know who and where you are. Take a listen! 00:00 Assessing marketing strategies for law firms 8:12 How to evaluate market positioning as an expert 9:22 The importance of auditing your website Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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If You Want To Change The World 8:37

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson Mutrux recommends the book "Make Your Bed" by Admiral William H. McRaven. He discusses key principles from the book, such as starting the day with a simple task and being your best in your darkest moments. Tyson emphasizes the importance of staying optimistic and working as a team. He share that the book as a beneficial read for individuals and teams, especially in the context of running a law firm. Tyson concludes by encouraging consistent action to achieve goals. 02:23 Starting the day with a completed task 04:01 Life isn't always fair, and sometimes you have to accept setbacks 05:45 Even in the worst circumstances, it's important to stay optimistic Book: “ Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World ” by Admiral William H. McRaven Speech: If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed . by Admiral William H. McRaven Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How Narrow Focus Limits Your Law Firm Growth 8:50

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Are you a law firm owner who is hoping to branch out and learn new ways of working? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Becca Eberhardt, CEO at Maximum Lawyer, encourages law firms to seek inspiration and strategies from outside their industry. Becca shares how she has seen a narrow focus to only learn and grow within one’s own industry, which is happening across many organizations including law firms. It is important to understand how other areas are succeeding so it can be applied to your own industry. In the case of law firms, not exploring the business advice or strategies of other industries can have a negative impact. Becca expresses that if all attorneys or firms do everything the same way, clients will look at them like commodities rather than individual people who bring different things to the table. Looking at other industries for inspiration can really benefit a law firm. It can lead to learning unique and innovative ways to practice. Maybe there is a new recruitment technique happening within the HR space that could really help a law firm do better when it comes to recruiting lawyers. Exploring outside of an industry can also help increase efficiency and improve client services. Looking at industries such as retail, hospitality and sales is great because they do this every day and are experts. Take a listen to learn more! 00:24 The tendency to stay narrowly focused within one's own industry 1:21 How being focused on one's own industry can lead to tunnel vision 5:18 Examples of businesses that are innovating Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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6 Things To Get Ready To Start the New Year 25:43

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a law firm owner or attorney that needs help in reflecting for the new year? In the final Maximum Lawyer Podcast episode of the year, Jim and Tyson reflect on 2023 and share recommendations for the upcoming year. Jim and Tyson share their thoughts on what attorneys should think about as they enter the new year. In relation to financial management, Jim emphasizes the importance of spending money that is just sitting there. This money could go towards the employees, such as bonuses for the holiday season or gifts to show appreciation. Other ways to spend that extra money is to invest in more office equipment, especially if a firm is expecting to hire in the new year. Jim suggests spending money on paying vendors up front for monthly subscriptions or softwares, as many companies provide discounts to firms that do. Jim and Tyson also delve into the benefits of reflecting on the past year as well as what to look forward to for the upcoming year. The time between Christmas and New Year’s is the best time for this reflection. Jim suggests that listeners get a pen and paper and write about the great things that happened this year and what you want to see for yourself in the upcoming year. As law firm owners, Jim and Tyson see this as a great way to really envision what a practice will look like and what needs to be done to ensure a firm reaches the next milestone. Law firms are always busy and usually have dozens of cases occurring at the same time. Tyson suggests getting rid of cases you don’t want anymore as a way to lighten the workload for staff. It is important to look at those files that can be resolved by the end of the year and get them done. Any cases that can’t be resolved need to be off the roster. Don't be afraid to fire clients or employees to make things easier for the firm. Listen in to learn more tips for the new year! 1:11 The importance of reflecting on the past year 5:46 Improving financial aspects of an organization 6:45 Reflecting on the year 10:51 Getting rid of cases that are no longer desired or valuable Jim's Hack: Read the book “ Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet” by: Taylor Lorenz. The book goes into the history of social media and understanding the different platforms that exist currently. Tyson's Tip: Clean your office. Cleaning your office and organizing your shelves is a great way to declutter for the New Year, that way 2024 will be the best year yet.…

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Starting Your Own Law Firm in 2024 9:31

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a new lawyer who is in the early stages of starting their own law firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson provides advice for those considering starting their own law firm in 2024. Owning a law firm means that a lawyer becomes more than just a legal expert, but becomes a business owner and entrepreneur who is responsible for more than just arguing cases. A new firm owner becomes a leader and employer who will be wearing many hats. Tyson emphasizes the need to niche down when opening a firm. It is important to specialize in one form of law. Is it personal injury, tax, entertainment or criminal? It is key to know what kind of law you will practice that way clients looking for that one thing will come to you. Tyson delves into the topic of having an online presence as a lawyer and firm owner. These days, people are going straight to Google to find the closest lawyer to them that specializes in what they need. If you do not have an online presence, you will not make money. Start with a website and add all the important information there. Then create an Instagram or Facebook page to get your name out there to those that use the platform. It is all about having the most reach so multiple people (and potential clients) will be able to find you. Starting a new law firm means you need to make connections so other lawyers get to know you and will refer clients to you. It is important to reach out to those in your space and schedule weekly or monthly chats with them so you don't lose that connection and you are always top of mind. It can pay off in the end and guarantee you more money if other lawyers know your name and the work you do. Listen in to learn more! 00:23 Tyson provides advice for anyone thinking about starting their own law firm in 2024 2:20 The importance of choosing a specific niche for your law firm 4:08 The significance of building an online reputation and focusing on one social channel…

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Your Podcast Launch Guide #simplified 8:53

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Are you someone who is thinking of starting a podcast? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Becca, CEO at Maximum Lawyer shares her insights on starting a podcast and covers the various aspects needed to get things off the ground. Podcasts are quickly becoming a popular platform for people to talk about different things and share their thoughts, especially since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting a podcast is a fairly easy thing to do but there are a few key things to consider in order to do it the right way. One thing is deciding how you will record your audio. Using the voice recorder on your phone, the microphone on your computer or even an external microphone makes recording a podcast versatile. It allows people to record audio from anywhere, whether it be at home, in the office or from the car. Many podcasters begin with a simple setup and overtime will upgrade as their audience and fan base increases. Becca provides some options for editing podcasts. There are many softwares like Audacity and GarageBand that can be used to edit. AI driven softwares have also been released which edits podcasts for you, making the process faster. Another way to edit is to outsource and hire someone who can use their skills to take editing off your plate so you can focus on recording. Starting a podcast also includes choosing a podcast host, which is where you will upload all of your recordings. Whether it is Transistor, SimpleCast or Anchor, it is important to use this tool to submit your podcast episodes into the directories for Apple Podcasts or Spotify so listeners can access it. Take a listen to learn how to start your podcast! 00:24 How to start a podcast 1:21 Options for recording audio 5:51 The different podcast hosting platforms…

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Addressing Trauma and Mental Health in the Legal Profession with Maria Parker 30:25

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is struggling with keeping your head above water? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson interview Maria Parker, a training and development consultant specializing in trauma-informed practice. Maria shares her journey from mental health nursing to psychotherapy, her work with legal professionals, and her approach to addressing mental health issues. There is no doubt that legal professionals deal with stress, trauma and burnout. It is a part of the job that some handle well and others don’t at all. Lawyers work with people who are going through tough times and deal with situations that are not light in nature, Maria talks about the psychotherapy approach she brings to addressing this aspect of the job. Many lawyers deal with trauma and the profession is the perfect way to get away from it. Working a job that is always busy and on the go allows for your brain cognitively to leave your body or leave that trauma and focus on other people’s needs. Lawyers are always thinking about the client, the case, prepping for the trial and the list goes on. It is the perfect way to not think about anything that is upsetting you personally. Maria talks about the importance of having a safe space for people to talk about their trauma and stressors. A lot of people will not tell anyone about their troubles because they may feel that person will judge them or misunderstand them. Once there is a safe space, whether that be in a friend’s home or therapist’s office, people feel validated in their thoughts and experiences. From this point, things can really change for someone who is going through a hard time. There is an issue with just diagnosing someone and prescribing medication so they can deal with the pain and go on with life. Maria believes it is crucial to get the diagnosis and acknowledge it, but then parking it and getting to what is underneath. This means getting to the root of the trauma and working backwards to know what has led someone to where they are now. Tyson, Jim and Maria talk about how common anxiety is among lawyers. Because of the stressful nature of the legal field, many lawyers struggle with anxiety and all that comes with it. There is a struggle to say yes to everything because of the competition that exists within firms. Many lawyers don't get much rest because they are up at all hours working on cases or researching for their trials. There is also an emotionless nature that comes with law where lawyers have to be serious and stone cold to remain professional, which really adds to someone feeling anxious. Listen in to learn more from Maria Parker! 1:57 Maria shares the gap she saw in addressing stress and trauma in the legal profession 11:11 The significance of creating a safe space for individuals in therapy 20:43 The increasing prevalence of anxiety among lawyers 23:15 How anxiety serves as a protective mechanism Jim's Hack: Check out the book “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” , by Michael Lewis. Which talks about Sam Bankman-Fried and the rise and fall of crypto. The book provides some good lessons on paying attention to the rules and about the importance of following procedures. Maria Tip: Check out the book “ No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model ” by Dr. Richard Schwartz which is all about family systems. Tyson's Tip: Check out the new feature in Canva called Magic Studio, in which you tell it what you want and it will create it for you using AI. https://www.canva.com/ Connect with Maria: Linkedin…

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3 Things You Could Do Before the Start of 2024 6:50

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for ways to begin the New Year the right way? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Tyson shares three tips for lawyers to start 2024 on a positive note. It is common for people to have New Year’s resolutions. Whether it be creating a good workout routine, eating healthier or saving more money, it is a great way to hold yourself accountable and begin working on a goal. Tyson shares a few things lawyers can do to elevate their practice. The first thing is to develop a new routine that is unique. This could be spending 5 minutes every morning meditating, ending the night with writing in a gratitude journal or taking nature walks during your lunch break. It is all about creating a healthy habit. The second tip is to learn a new skill that is unrelated to law, which helps decompress and move yourself away from thinking about work all the time. Whether it be pottery, painting or coding, these new skills can help with stimulating your brain and sparking creativity in a different way. The third tip is to plan a day for a random act of kindness. This is a great way to give back to someone and pay it forward. Random acts of kindness are really about spreading positivity to others and it can have an impact in a way you will never imagine. Take a listen! 1:08 Start a unique routine before the new year 2:05 Pick up something completely unrelated to your law practice 3:51 Dedicate a day to performing random acts of kindness Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Navigating the All-or-Nothing Mindset in Coaching and Business 6:59

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Are you a business owner who struggles with perfection? In this episode, Becca Eberhart, CEO at Maximum Lawyer, discusses the challenges of the all-or-nothing mentality in entrepreneurship. The all-or-nothing mentality can be a double edged sword for a lot of people. On one hand, it can lead to bold moves but on the other, it can lead to inaction. Becca uses this to talk about effective business planning. If you wait for everything to be perfect when doing a project or planning for next year’s budget, there can be missed opportunities. It is important to have a clear plan but be open to changes as a business evolves and grows. Engaging in an all-or-nothing mindset can lead to missing out on some things. One thing is missed opportunities. For example, if you were to only focus on the highest priced hiring coach for your business, you could overlook other individuals who bring something to the table that you didn't think you would need. The highest price tag doesn't always mean quality. Another thing is paralysis by analysis. If you are focused on making the perfect choice, you could become indecisive and inactive because you are waiting for the right thing to come along. Inflexibility is another issue as sticking to one thing or staying on one path can lead to a business becoming stagnant and unfit for growth. If you choose to avoid an all-or-nothing mindset, there are some things that can go well. First is reduced stress as a business owner. With a flexible way of doing business, you can avoid the need for perfection and do things that work for you. Another thing is the ability to innovate. Being open to new ideas and creativity will lead to a business that is always evolving and trying new things. With this, people will see a business that is changing as their consumers do. Learn about how to avoid the all-or-nothing approach with Becca! 1:20 Exploring the mindset of hiring coaches 2:38 The drawbacks of fixating on making the perfect choice and becoming indecisive 3:57 The benefits of avoiding an all-or-nothing mindset…

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How Can Lawyers Stand Out in a Crowded Market with Dave Dee 46:06

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer who is struggling with marketing their business or themselves? In this episode, Jim and Tyson welcome guest Dave Dee, a professional magician turned marketing and sales expert. He provides some advice on how lawyers can become better salespeople and improve their marketing strategies. Dave talks about the importance of knowing how to be a master salesperson just as much as knowing your craft. Being good at what you do is not a competitive advantage until the client is working with you. This means you need to reel the client in with marketing in order to get them on board and actually begin using your skills in law. Dave suggests lawyers really take the time to learn about effective marketing strategies to get clients and make money. Jim, Tyson and Dave discuss the common mistakes lawyers make when it comes to marketing themselves. One mistake is simply doing generic marketing that everyone else in the industry is doing. A lot of lawyers will have the same Facebook ads with the same slogan, fonts and messaging. Dave says that this similar marketing among lawyers makes them look like a commodity. What this does is make the public see all lawyers as operating the same which means they will go with the lawyer charging less money for services. Another issue Dave talks about is not attracting the right prospects. It is important as a lawyer to not focus on getting the most leads but getting the most qualified leads. Dave also notes that lawyers are not only selling their services but themselves, which is why public speaking is crucial to becoming successful in the legal field. Dave talks through how to deliver a great presentation. It is important to not over deliver information, which is what a lot of people (not just lawyers) do when speaking to an audience and potential clients. This does a few things. Over delivering can cause an audience to feel overwhelmed with information because there is a lot to process and so much jargon. It can also cause audiences to believe they can take on the task themselves since they have all the information. As a lawyer, you want to give enough information to where someone understands what you do and will come to you to figure out the rest. Having a Call to Action at the end of a presentation is really what gets people to decide if they want to reach out to you. It is an important piece of a presentation and can really make or break the outcome. A Call to Action can be a few things. It can be telling the audience to call and set up an appointment, directing people to fill out a form, downloading your report on what you do as a lawyer and collecting the audience’s contact information to send out a mass email. Storytelling is another important aspect of presenting to potential clients. A great way to do this is weave in real stories. As lawyers, there are a million and one stories for almost every scenario due to the different types of cases and people that walk in the door. Wherever there is a connection between a case and a concept or theme in a presentation, tell that story. This will keep people engaged and bring a sense of reality into an otherwise “boring” legal presentation. Take a listen to learn more about effective marketing! 4:09 The importance of being a master marketer and salesperson 9:35 Common mistakes lawyers make in their marketing 15:34 Three pieces of information in a presentation 24:45 The importance of having a Call to Action discussion 30:31 The significance of storytelling in sales and marketing Jim's Hack: Read Dan Kennedy's book, “The No BS Ruthless Management of People and Profits”, which provides those who are business owners and leaders with tips on not being so nice and soft. Dave’s Tip: Take the Take Charge of Your Life program by Jim Rohn, which really changed Dave’s perspective on life. Tyson's Tip: Use Cloud Prompter, which is a teleprompter and Mac app for making videos. Connect with Dave: Website Facebook LInkedIn…

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The Art of Stress-Free Productivity 12:36

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this podcast episode, Tyson Mutrux discusses the book "Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity" by David Allen. He shares the book's key concepts of capturing, clarifying, organizing, reflecting, and engaging with tasks. Tyson shares the importance of moving tasks into an external system and breaking them down into actionable items.…

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Pitch Perfect: How Video Introductions Enhance the Process of Hiring Contractors 4:43

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Are you looking for a way to enhance your hiring process? In this episode, Becca Eberhart, CEO at Maximum Lawyer discusses the transformative potential of video introductions in the hiring process. AI tools like ChatGPT are being used to craft resumes and cover letters. This means hiring managers are not able to really know if a candidate’s credentials and experience is true or accurate. Becca talks about how integrating video introductions into the recruitment process is a game changer to really get to know the candidate. You are able to hear and see them right off the bat and get to know their personality and style. Normal resumes and cover letters can be generic and it can be difficult to find the perfect candidate for a role. Video introductions act as a preliminary face to face conversation with the candidate. This can quickly cut say 30 resumes down to a select few. Becca walks through a few things to consider when deciding to use video introductions in the recruitment process. One thing is to establish clear guidelines and instructions for candidates to follow so they create a video that will get them noticed. It is a good idea to not tell them how to record the video or what tool to use. This can be a great way to see how resourceful the candidate is. Another thing is to set a time limit of how long the video needs to be. This will show if candidates understand how to be concise and focused. Since it is an introduction, keep videos short and to no longer than 1 minute. Listen in to understand how to streamline your selection process! 00:23 Video introductions provide a more personal way to evaluate candidates 1:18 Text-based resumes may not effectively differentiate candidates 2:30 To incorporate video introductions, set clear guidelines for candidates Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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How to Handle Being Pulled Back into Roles You've Delegated 24:35

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you someone who has had to step back into a previous role? In this episode, Jim and Tyson discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise when law firm owners have to step back into roles they had previously delegated. If you are a law firm owner or work in a management role within the legal field, there may come a time where you will have to step into a role that was once filled by someone you delegated. This means there are a lot of learning curves and adjustments needed in order to do things right. Sometimes, being pulled back into a role is unexpected and will shift priorities because a whole team of people need you to step in and take control. Tyson shares an example of stepping into a role when another attorney resigned. He learned about issues that existed in some cases that he never would have known if he didnt step into the role. This led to some new processes and protocols being put in place to deal with the issues. Jim says as law firm owners, they need to have a more active role in their team’s day to day operations. Jim shares the frustration of getting pulled back into a leadership role and not feeling okay with giving the reins to the new person. It can be hard to turn things over to a new leader after doing the work for a few months and ironing out all the kinks. Jim shares his experience with finally cleaning up the intake system for his firm and feeling himself holding back in giving the responsibility to the new manager. Sometimes there is this feeling of wanting to perfect something before you give it away. This can cause you to not get back into your former routine and focus on your main tasks. It is important to trust yourself and the person who has come into the role to take over and lead. Jim and Tyson talk about decision making and the need to make them quickly, especially if you want things to get done and cases to close at times that are appropriate. Whether the decision is right or wrong, it is important to make the decision so you are not lagging and wasting time. For example, if you need to replace a team member or hire because there is a need, do it now so that worry is dealt with. Take a listen to learn more! Jim’s Hack: If you don't have an assistant, you are the assistant. If you are doing all the lower level work and you are busy, you need to pass it down to other people. It is important to hire virtual assistants or other administrative staff to optimize yourself. Tyson’s Tip: Treat every hour working out or sleeping as being worth $10,000. That way, you are more likely to focus and prioritize doing it. 3:11 Tyson and Jim share their personal experience of being pulled back into a leadership role 11:00 The frustration and guilt experienced when being dragged back into tasks 17:26 Highlighting the need to make decisions quickly…

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Clearing the Deck: Boosting Law Firm Success with the 90/10 Principle 7:30

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who is looking to improve efficiency with your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson discusses the "90/10 Principle" for improving law firm efficiency and profitability. Tyson discusses the importance of the 90/10 principle. The principle involves clearing the 10% of cases that are either not profitable for the firm or attorneys don't want to focus on them to create a more lean practice. In order to identify these cases, you need to go through the caseload and pinpoint the bottom 10% by determining the case value. Looking at the financial side of things is a great way to determine this because you can determine how much money it costs to keep the case on the books. Figure out how much resources are going towards a case. If it is high, it might be time to cut ties with it. Also consider how much energy is being put towards a case. If the case is sucking a lot of energy and time from the firm, it can be put in that 10%. Once you determine the bottom 10%, look to identify the top 10% of cases for the firm. This is because once you shed the cases you don't want, all that energy will be put towards the top 10%. This could mean delegating your best attorneys to those 10% since they are high priority. Ensure this is a recurring process. For example, put time in your calendar once a quarter or once a year to re-evaluate the cases that the firm is handling. This could be changing the bottom 10% and top 10% every 4 or 12 months. Take a listen to find out how to ensure greater efficiency for your firm! 00:24 Introducing the 90/10 principle, a variation of the Pareto principle 2:25 The process of identifying the bottom 10% of cases 3:20 Redirecting the effort from the bottom 10% of cases to the top 10% Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Strategies for Successfully Executing Massive Project Ideas 6:13

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Do you need some tips in completing projects effectively? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Becca, the CEO of Maximum Lawyer shares essential strategies for executing projects effectively. No matter the project, it is important to have a clear vision, roadmap and approach to reach the outcome you want. Becca emphasizes the need to start a project with the end in mind. It really helps envision the success of the project. It is important to create an outline to ensure you stay on track. Outline the goal and write out a list of broad steps from the start of the project to the end. After this, it is important to define the due date. It needs to be one that is realistic and attainable. If you do not set a due date, the project will simply not get done because other things will take priority or take you away from working on it. When working on a project, it is crucial to ensure you put time in your calendar to get it done. Whether it's 30 minutes a day or a few hours a week, put that block in the calendar so you are accountable to work on it. Many projects are complex, with multiple people working on them and dozens of tasks to complete. Some tasks themselves are too big to just do and they need to be broken down into subtasks. This will take the overwhelming feeling away from yourself or your team when it comes to getting things done. Make sure to have a good project management system or tool to track all progress. Listen in to learn about the best way to get a project done! 00:23 Importance of having a clear vision of the desired outcome before starting any project 1:16 The significance of defining goals and due dates 2:20 The strategy of breaking down broader project steps into smaller subtasks Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Unlocking The Secrets To Powerful Lawyer Presentations with Val Madamba 27:58

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who needs help with delivering presentations? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson host Val Madama, a legal presentation coach. Val shares her journey from practicing food and drug law to coaching lawyers on improving their presentation skills. Mastering presentations is a skill that takes practice. Val goes over a few common mistakes lawyers make when giving presentations. One mistake is assuming everyone needs the same things from the presentation when really everyone needs something different and will walk away with something different. This means the way you communicate to an audience should reflect this idea. Tailoring a presentation to each audience is key to keeping them engaged. If the presentation is about writing legal briefs, tailor your content to that. Another mistake is not presenting using plain language. Legal jargon only makes sense to lawyers. If you are giving a presentation to an audience who is not, ensure your slides and your language is clear and makes sense. Think about starting presentations off with a thesis or why you are there and what you are trying to “prove”. Val, Jim and Tyson talk about the importance of storytelling when presenting. A lot of people are more focused on making their slides look better or using eye-catching software to create their presentation. Others are more concerned with not stumbling and making sure their entire presentation is perfect. The reality is there will be stumbling or saying “um” or “like” and that is fine. As long as the presentation flows like you are telling a story, the presentation is a success. Ensuring there is enough time to practice for a presentation is really important to delivering it well. Val talks about developing muscle memory when practicing. The more you practice, the easier it is to remember and create that flow. One trick is to treat the presentation as if it were a conversation with colleagues or a normal Monday morning meeting discussing the week ahead. This also takes the “nervousness” out of presenting because it is being treated like any other conversation. Start rehearsing for presentations when you are 75% done creating it. This will allow you to flesh out any issues and go back and forth in how you will say things. This will shape your speech and also develop muscle memory. Though rehearsing is important, make sure to step away from the presentation to allow for the muscle memory to develop better. This will also not create a robotic speech to your presentation. Take a listen! Jim’s Hack: There is no substitute for meeting people face to face ( like your team!) Val’s Tip: For everyone's next presentation figure out what the action you want people to take, and then identify 1 to 2 benefits of that action, and let that be your whole thesis statement. Tyson Tip: Change the mindset with a quote by Guy Ritchie: Love the game because you're in it. Own the game, accept the rules and move into the rules. 3:00 Common mistakes lawyers make in presentations 4:28 The importance of using plain language and avoiding legal jargon 10:29 Prioritizing content, storytelling, and tailoring the presentation 16:56 Regular practice and muscle memory in improving presentation skills 19:39 The importance of taking a break from rehearsing to allow for passion to consolidate 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Val: Website Linkedin…

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Perplexity: The Most Efficient App for Quick and Accurate Answers 7:30

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for a new tech tool to help with making quick searches? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson introduces a new app called Perplexity and how attorneys can use it to their advantage. Perplexity is an app that simplifies and accelerates searches made on the web. It works differently from a Google search engine that will spit out dozens of websites which forces you to go through every one until you find your answer. The app makes searching for information so much faster. Tyson uses an example of asking the app “How do I speed up a website?” From here, Perplexity organizes the sources. Some responses are to optimize images, use a content delivery network and evaluate the hosting provider. The app lists the sources and websites that the options came from. At this point, you are able to click the options Perplexity gives you which takes you to the website directly. Listen in to learn more about how the app will simplify legal research! 1:09 Tyson shares the new app called Perplexity 2:05 Features of Perplexity 4:02 Testing Perplexity for legal research Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT 11:45

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you trying to find a way to become more tech savvy? In this podcast episode, Tyson discusses the capabilities and limitations of ChatGPT, an AI assistant. He demonstrates how it can answer questions, provide suggestions, and engage in dialogue. ChatGPT as a tool has become more advanced since its launch in 2022. The new function includes a conversational component that is very interesting. The tool can handle text based tasks, can generate emails and create drafts for legal blogs. Tyson talks about the voice feature of ChatGPT, which really makes interacting with the tool more like a dialogue. It is a great tool for summarizing and analyzing texts, but not particularly legal texts. Instead of sitting and reading through a text to figure out the important details, you can copy and paste it into the tool and it will provide you with the cliff notes. For the voice feature, you could just ask the tool a question and go back and forth to get the answer you need. ChatGPT can save searches, responses and conversations as well as create meeting minutes! Take a listen and learn how to stay ahead of the tech curve as an attorney. 2:11 ChatGPT can handle text-based tasks easily. 3:24 ChatGPT can analyze large chunks of text. 5:31 ChatGPT suggests creating FAQs, using conversational language, and writing blog posts. Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here .…

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99 Things You Should Stop Doing with Jim and Tyson 29:41

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who needs some tips on what to avoid doing? In this live podcast episode, hosts Jim and Tyson discuss 99 things that lawyers should stop doing. Jim and Tyson go over a long list of things attorneys should not do and provide advice on what to do instead in order to become more successful in the legal field. One of these is to not schedule hour-long meetings. Truthfully, most meetings do not need to be a full hour. Go into meetings with a defined agenda and don't waste time talking about things that are irrelevant. Attorneys are known to work long hours with little sleep. Tyson and Jim really emphasize the need to get enough sleep to maintain good health and to be more productive. Set boundaries on when you need to finish your work in the office and transition over to doing things that help you unwind. That could be implementing a hard stop at 5pm and putting your phone on silent until the morning. Many people fall victim to saying yes to everything as a way to keep the peace and avoid conflict. As attorneys, you will be busy with a lot of moving pieces throughout your day. You will not have time to take on every case or please every client. Learn how to say no and get comfortable with the feeling. It is important to not compare yourself to others and focus on your own goals. The legal field is full of aspiring attorneys who want to be the best in the business and will try to compete against their fellow colleagues. This can really eat away at many people’s self esteem and progress. Tyson and Jim talk about the importance of focusing on your own goals and not letting other people’s progress affect your own. Mental health is an important thing to focus on. It is important to focus on both your personal mental health and that of your team. Think about the decisions you make as a leader that affect their work and personal lives. Make it a priority to have routine conversations with your team to understand how they are feeling and how to adjust expectations. Take a listen to learn more! 1:39 Avoid wasting time on unscheduled phone calls and hour-long meetings 3:13 Prioritize getting enough sleep to maintain good health and improve productivity 8:23 Discussion of the importance of saying no 18:13 Focusing on your own growth and improvement 26:36 Importance of considering the mental health of both yourself and your team…

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From Prosecutor to Law Firm Owner with Aaron Levinson 26:30

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Meet Aaron Levinson, a former prosecuting attorney who recently launched his own law firm. Aaron's journey from being a prosecutor to starting his own firm is a testament to his determination and resilience. Listen into this episode where Jim and Tyson dive deep into how and what Aaron did to start his own law firm. 01:06 Aaron’s transition from being a prosecutor to starting his own law practice 07:22 Starting his own firm 09:53 Aaron discusses his plans and observations while still working as a prosecutor, and the steps he took to prepare for starting his own law firm 11:12 Aaron talks about the different mindset required for being a prosecutor versus a criminal defense attorney and how he approached the moral quandaries of each role 16:57 Aaron discusses the unexpected aspects of running his own law practice, including the supportive network of attorneys and the misconceptions he had about competition. He also shares his plans for future hires Jim’s Hack: When people show you who they really are, believe them the first time. As it relates to potential new clients. Aaron’s Tip: Say “Yes!” and be open minded and experience new opportunities. Tyson’s Tip: Use ChatGPT upgrade where it talks back to you in a conversation Connect with Aaron: Website…

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Is Your Law Firm's Website Load Speed Costing You Clients? 8:39

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Do you want to increase the client experience when using websites? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson discusses the importance of website load speed for law firms. Tyson talks about the reasons why load speed is crucial for law firms. One reason is client experience and the second is SEO (search engine optimization). You want to make sure your law firm's website is up to date and running smoothly so clients can access your company’s information quickly and without any issues. If a potential client is finding it difficult to locate you online or if your website is slow, they will give up and click on the next firm’s website. That is one way you lose potential clients, so it is important to focus on this and find quality servers. Tyson provides a few ways firms can maximize websites for the best results. One is to optimize images. There are many tools on the internet that you can use to reduce the bandwidth of images to which they are reduced but keep the same quality. This helps maintain that good client user experience. Another way is to utilize browser caching, which allows for elements to be stored on the user's (in law firm’s cases, potential clients) browser. This will allow for your information, like your site or images to load faster. Listen in to learn more on how to maximize the client experience! 2:06 Tips on how to optimize images on your website to improve load speed 3:22 How to minimizing HTTP requests can speed up your website 5:08 The importance of hosting your website on a private server…

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Unleashing Your Full Potential: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting 9:23

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Do you want to know the best method to set and achieve goals? In this episode, Tyson discusses the importance of setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals. Goals are only possible if they are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and have a deadline. Many people are not able to reach goals because they are too broad and with that comes impossible ideals in order to achieve it. Goals need to be realistic to you and your lifestyle. If you have a goal to make $1 million in 2 years, think about the actual possibility of that. Think about how much money you make now and what your profit margin needs to be as a business owner to get there. It might include adding or removing a few things to get to that goal. Tyson breaks down each aspect of SMART goals. The “S” is specific, which means narrowing down your goal to something simple. If someone asks you what your goal is, it should be clear and concise. “M” stands for measurable. A goal needs to be measured or tracked somehow. This could mean every week checking in on the numbers and seeing how things are going. “A” stands for achievable, in which a goal has to be realistic and in your capacity to achieve. If it is not, you need to figure out a way to make it possible. ”R” is relevant, which means the goal needs to align with your mission and what is within your vision. Finally, “T” stands for timebound, which is setting a deadline to finish your goal. Nothing will get done unless a deadline is set. This is not just the case for goals, but for projects. No project just starts and ends as there is work put in with timelines in place to make sure people are held accountable for the work. This applies for individual goals as well. Take a listen! 00:24 The importance of setting SMART goals 1:13 The struggle with setting specific goals 2:56 The components of SMART goals…

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Metrics That Matter with Tim McKey 21:03

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Do you want to learn more about how to create and maintain a successful business? In this episode, CPA Tim McKee delivers a presentation on "Metrics That Matter" at the 2022 Maximum Lawyer conference. Tim discusses the many ways to run a successful law firm. Tim shares how there are only 4 ways to grow a law firm: increase the value of each transaction or resolution, get clients to revisit, take on more cases and increase the value of those cases. Working in law firms, attorneys focus on identifying what the information is and how to go about obtaining it. Obtaining it comes from data systems such as spreadsheets, KPI systems, case management systems, etc. As law firm owners, communication is key to a successful business and a well functioning team. Tim talks about the importance of communicating to the team about performance, where things are going well and where things are lagging. Most times, teams don't perform well because there is a lack of clear communication on expectations. If this is the case, you need to ask yourself as an owner if you are providing your staff with the right tools to succeed and if they have had the right training to do it successfully. It is important to train staff in order to get the results you want for your business. No one walks into a job knowing everything there is to know. You also can’t expect new staff to know everything right off the bat without a proper onboarding plan. There needs to be something in place to ensure staff are showing up and performing, otherwise you get turnover and a bad workplace culture. Tim goes through a few key performance indicators (KPIs) that businesses and firms should consider to understand how well the firm is doing. One of these is diagnostic reporting. This involves categorizing cases which then are turned into numbers and percentages that can be analyzed. This could be closed cases with a fee, closed cases with no fee, cases that didn't make it to trial, cases with a physical injury, etc. The categories are endless, but what this does is take all of the information and pump out numbers that show the performance of the firm and how many cases are being handled each month or year. Listen in to learn more! 1:59 Four methods for growing a law firm 9:13 If there is low performance … 13:20 Highlighting the need for training and coaching in order to achieve desired results Connect with Tim: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn YouTube…

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3 Things We Have Learned from Running a Law Firm with Jim and Tyson 33:22

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Are you wanting to learn a few more law firm business tips? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson discuss what they have learned from each other about running a law firm. They talk about lessons learned and things both have implemented over their working relationship. Jim speaks to the things he has learned from Tyson. One thing is the importance of incremental improvement. Many people feel they need to create the perfect formula or system to get things done. The reality is that improving a little bit each day or slowly working towards a goal little by little will truly get you far. Another thing Jim has learned is to systematize aspects of a firm for maximum efficiency. It is important to identify and invest in systems that will take your firm to the next level and make it the best it can be. This comes with streamlining processes or working with different technologies to make the client intake system better. Jim continues with learning how to stop the “BS”, which is another thing that Tyson has inspired him to do. Many people struggle with doing what they know they need to do or do what they know is right. It could be fear of rejection or the fear of getting people mad. The reality is nothing will get done unless you do what needs to be done, regardless of who gets upset or if it fails. Tyson shares how Jim is able to address and embrace the pain he has endured. Jim shares how Tyson is able to address, own and control the painful experiences of the past. A lot of people are not able to do this as it takes a certain level of awareness and strength to use it to one’s advantage. But, to use it as fuel and motivation when working with clients is very rewarding and makes you a better lawyer. Tyson also shares that he has learned the importance of taking a stance and position on things from Jim. Many people struggle with taking a strong stance on something they believe in. Tyson talks about how Jim does this very well in his marketing strategies to convey his message to potential clients. Doing this is not about making sure everyone likes you but about showing those that need your help that you are behind them. Not caring about other people’s opinion is another thing that Tyson shares that he learned from Jim. This is another issue that people tend to do and it can cause people to minimize their growth and success. The truth is even if you don't believe it inside, saying it out loud can bring a sense of power to you that can then lead you to believing it. With this, it is important to surround yourself with people that matter and will support you through your career. Take a listen to learn a few things from Jim and Tyson. 2:02 Focus on making small improvements each day 5:49 Embrace the pain in life 8:15 Dedication to creating and implementing systems 13:22 Exploration of the value of taking a position and not being afraid to be divisive 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/hRsONq-JJL8…

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Unleashing The Power Of Voice Search with Tyson Mutrux 8:43

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you looking for a unique way to market your law firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson discusses the growing use of voice search assistants like Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa, and its impact on marketing strategies. What makes voice search assistants so popular is the conversational piece that exists. It feels like you are having a conversation with someone. Tyson talks about how people are asking more detailed questions. For example, no one is just searching “personal injury law”. People are searching “Where is the closest personal injury lawyer to me” or “What is the best rated personal injury lawyer in my city”. For these voice search assistants to show your business when someone is searching, it is important to ensure your contact information is up to date. This is because if someone asks Siri or Alexa for the closest personal injury firm in their city, it will pump out all the ones within their range and the information that is already online. If your address is wrong or your phone number is not updated, these assistants will not provide potential clients with the right information. This truly puts you at a disadvantage. Optimize Google My Business to ensure potential clients are seeing you through voice assistants. Take a listen! 00:24 The growing usage of voice search assistants like Siri and Google Assistant. 3:20 The importance of optimizing for local search as voice searches are often local.…

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Elevate Your Elevator Pitch With The "What Why How" Method 7:01

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you an attorney who needs a new elevator pitch? In this episode, host Tyson introduces the "What Why How" method, a strategy for articulating one's professional role and purpose that can elevate a law practice. This method can be used as an elevator pitch or if you are wanting to express what your firm does to clients. It is a 4 step process that is designed to articulate what you do, why it matters how it is done and who you serve. There are 4 questions to ask yourself: Why do I do it/Why is it helpful? How do I accomplish it? What is my niche/practice area? What kind of lawyer am I? This can be taken to another level by adding some storytelling to give the method some life. This allows for more relatability and passion. As a lawyer there are many stories of struggle and strife that clients go through to get their lives back in order. For personal injury lawyers like Tyson, many clients suffer financial loss and mental stress. Weaving in stories of clients who need help and expressing how you are going to help them are great ways to showcase what you do. Take a listen! 1:03 The “what, why, how method” 2:15 Method example 3:57 Adding storytelling to the method…

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Email is Dead? Long Live Email Marketing with Jim Hacking 20:54

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Are you thinking about focusing on email marketing for your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim provides practical tips for effective email marketing within a law firm. In order to do email marketing, you need to be dedicated and committed. This is because email marketing usually entails sending planned mass emails to people depending on what is in your marketing plan. Sending sporadic, random emails to people will not be as effective, so it is important to sit down and plan how email marketing is going to look for your firm. Another aspect of email marketing is building a dedicated email list of people who are already subscribed or have connected with your firm. Jim outlines the difference between leading and lagging indicators. Leading indicators are what you can control and what you can do to get more subscribers or clients. For example, if you are wanting to dedicate your time to email marketing, focus on sending out dedicated content. Make a plan to send out 3 emails to your email list each week for a year. Lagging indicators are things that you can’t control. This can be losing subscribers or clients as you are dedicating yourself to sending out 3 emails a week. Planning content ahead is crucial to ensure you do not fall behind. It is important to plan for email launches weeks in advance to ensure everything in your email is covered. Writing an email the day it is to be launched is one of the worst things you can do when email marketing. Make a plan ahead of time! Jim also talks about the importance of having a call to action for those who are reading your emails. This provides people with things to do. An example can be inviting people to join a Facebook group or to sign up for an upcoming webinar. This connects those on your email list with other platforms and brings more subscribers or watchers to those platforms. Another important aspect of email marketing is using branded and unbranded emails. Branded emails will have your logo and name of your firm, while unbranded will not. There are reasons to use both which can make email marketing effective. It is good to use branded emails for the sporadic, blow horn emails. Unbranded emails are more effective as they are short, personal and usually ask for a reply. You can even respond to these replies using a template, especially if you are getting the same response from different people. List segmentation is another great aspect of email marketing. Using email providers like Mailchimp allow you to segment your emails based on a topic. For example, if you get a bunch of people asking about citizenship or the process of getting citizenship, you can segment your list to where you can send these people all types of information only on citizenship. As a lawyer, this will allow you to help solve a specific problem. Listen in to learn more on how to do effective email marketing. 1:10 The importance of making a decision to do email marketing 10:41 The significance of including a call to action at the bottom of an email 11:37 The effectiveness of unbranded emails that are short and personal 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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LinkedIn for Lawyers: Proven Strategies to Attract Clients with Jason Cheung 29:58

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Are you a lawyer who doesn't have LinkedIn? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson talk with Jason Cheung, a LinkedIn expert who assists lawyers in improving their online presence. They discuss the significance of LinkedIn for legal professionals. LinkedIn is one of the only platforms that provide exposure to corporate professionals. It provides people with the chance to know who is in their industry and can make that connection for professional development and career growth. Jason provides his approach to using LinkedIn. He uses a storytelling angle that can be beneficial for lawyers. He uses the example of describing a problem a client had and the processes he used to solve that problem. Potential clients want to see how you have helped others which will provide them with comfort that you will do the same. It will also provide partners or other firms with the chance to understand how you work. Jason shares how to convert LinkedIn posts to actual clients. He talks about the importance of including a call to action in posts. Most people do not want to just cold call a lawyer or email them, but if you add that little message at the end inviting people to reach out, it makes it easier on the client. Another way is to reply to comments from viewers and followers. Ask someone about the problem they're having, which might end up in your direct messages where there is a bit of a back and forth prior to having a client intake call. For lawyers who use LinkedIn, it is important to engage with people who like your posts. These individuals may not follow you, but there is a benefit in sending them a friend request to connect and adding a message of “Thanks for liking my post, I look forward to connecting”. This allows the individual to know that you are responsive and active and that they can have a chat down the line if they feel you can be of help. Listen in to learn more! Jim Hack: Use the 6 minute rule. This rule is when you find yourself done with a project and you have 6 minutes left, start on another project. If you have less than 6 minutes, use it to goof around on your phone. Jason’s Tip: Is to always make the assumption that people who don't know you would love to talk to you. 90% of the time people do want to engage. You have nothing to lose with this tactic and it is a great way to expand your network quickly. Tyson’s Tip: Call your parents more because they are getting older and time goes by quickly. The same goes with colleagues. Connect with your colleagues more and check in on them. 5:32 Jason shares his approach to creating LinkedIn posts 11:20 Tips on how to convert LinkedIn posts into actual clients 21:35 Jason provides information about his LinkedIn marketing practice Connect with Jason: Website Link Me AI Jason’s Email: jason@ksjmarketing.com 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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The Ultimate Guide To The Best iPhone Tips And Tricks 10:44

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Are you looking for tips on how to use your phone more efficiently? In this episode, Tyson discusses various tips and tricks for iPhone users and shares advice on how to use different features. One feature Tyson talks about is text replacement, which allows you to set up shortcuts for phrases you use frequently. This is great for those that use their phones a lot, especially for work. The pathway to do this is Settings, then General and then Keyboard/Text. Another great feature that many people deal with is silencing unknown and spam callers. We all get those spam calls that just cause frustration. The pathway is Settings, then Phone and then Turn On Silence Callers. Tyson shares an interesting trick that allows people to create different ringtones and vibrations for different callers. The pathway is to go to the individual contact, then select edit ringtone. This can be done for each person. Another trick for all the headphone users is Siri announcing messages through your headphones. This is really handy if you work with headphones in and don't want to glance down at your phone every time a message comes through. The pathway is Siri and search Announce Messages There are ways to connect your phone with your computer to work better. There is a feature called handoff that allows you to start something on one device and finish it on another. For example, if you are typing an email on your phone but then you get distracted, you can use the feature to finish it on your laptop. You simply turn on the handoff feature in your settings. Listen in to learn more! 1:13 Setting up shortcuts for frequently used phrases on iPhone 2:04 Avoiding spam calls by enabling the "Silence Unknown Callers" setting in iPhone 2:57 Using the back tap feature to execute different actions 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Using Kanban Boards for Maximum Productivity with Tyson Mutrux 13:13

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Do you need a tip to help with organization while completing a project? In this episode, Tyson discusses the use of Kanban boards for task management and improving productivity. Kanban boards are a great way to improve productivity in your firm. Kanban boards are divided into columns, with each representing a stage in your workflow. It shows the start to finish of a project. It is a great way to visualize how your work is getting done. It is perfect for visual learners and working with a solid team. There are many variations of a Kanban board. They can be used in an app or even put up on a wall in your office for everyone to see and add to. A really great way to utilize a Kanban board is to have 4 columns: to do, in progress, review and complete. This way people can move sticky notes from one column to another, depending on where that task is along the cycle of a project. Kanban boards can also be used for your personal life. If you have a busy life, where personal and business tend to mesh together, you can build a physical one on your wall at home. Add all the different tasks you need to get done: walk the dog, cook dinner, help kids with homework, read a chapter of a book, workout. etc. The list is truly endless. This will allow you to visually see what you need to get done and when. Kanban boards provide a birds eye view of all ongoing tasks. You can easily see what is happening now and what will happen later on. It also helps to promote better work habits with your teams. Honestly, who doesn't want to have a giant board of sticky notes that everyone is moving around as things get done! Listen in to learn how to better communicate with your team and enhance productivity. 2:08 Tyson explains the concept of a Kanban board. 9:44 Tyson discusses different ways Kanban boards can be used. 11:28 Kanban boards provide a bird's eye view of ongoing tasks. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Unlocking the Key Strategies to Building Your Law Firm Empire 20:16

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Are you struggling with knowing how to build a business from the ground up? In this episode, Jessica Gonifas shares her insights on building a successful law firm. She provides some tips on how to gain the confidence needed to run a business. In order to run a business, you need to have a good understanding of your firm’s numbers and where your firm sits financially. Jessica shares some questions to ask when you get your books in order. Ask yourself: Where is the revenue coming from? So what are the types of cases you take and how much profit are making from these cases. Another question is where is your money going? How much is going towards salaries, softwares, training, etc. The last question is what is the firm’s profit margin? With this, it is important to partner with an accountant that understands law firms who can help determine this margin. When starting out as a new firm owner, it is important to understand what your personal and work goals are as well as the time you are willing to commit. For personal goals, consider how much money you want to take out of the firm and how much your family needs on an annual basis to keep afloat. In relation to work goals, understand what your purpose is at work. Are you reviewing technical work, doing technical work or going out and getting clients? The time you dedicate to your firm is so important because it will determine how much you make. Decide how many hours a week you want to work. Jessica emphasizes the importance of having a big picture goal. What do you want your firm to look like in 5 years? What steps will you take to get there? In doing this, think about what you need to do as an owner and what your staff need to do as they help you run the business. Think about all the things you want to accomplish (ie. a certain number of cases, a new intake system, a new tech tool for the firm, etc.) and outline exactly how to get there. It might be good to break them down into quarterly objectives, that way it is spread out over 4 periods and you can take time throughout the year to plan. Listen in to learn more! 1:12 The importance of financial structure and asking key questions 4:16 What about personal goals, work responsibilities and time commitment? 8:16 The importance of setting big picture goals 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Jessica: Website Facebook Page Facebook LinkedIn Instagram TikTok…

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The Most Effective Strategies for Solo Attorneys to Build Profitable Practices with Lauren Lester 27:26

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Do you need help in maximizing productivity as a lawyer? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson talk to solopreneur Lauren Lester, who runs her own estate and family law firm, Lester Law. She shares her journey into law as a second career. Lauren shares a few tips attorneys can use to maximize productivity. For new attorneys, it is important to identify where inefficiencies lie in the repetitive tasks. Because you are doing things over and over, it makes sense to see what is not working or how to develop a system to do that thing better so it becomes easier and faster for you. For Lauren, she uses technology as leverage to make these tasks more efficient. For those that are too busy to develop systems, it might be best to focus on the one task that either takes the longest to do or is extremely important and build something around it. Another tip Lauren shares is how to manage a busy personal life with an equally busy business. It is really important to schedule time for yourself when you have a busy life. One thing to do is protect your time. For example, Lauren shares how a client really wanted to meet with her the following morning at 9am, but she already booked an hour 1 gym session. She responded back saying the earliest time available was 11am. Clients do not need to know your work schedule. Doing this will allow for a more structured day where you can fit in time for personal care. A lot of attorneys struggle with the billable hour, which is charging clients a fee by the hour. You will always hear people say “They charge by the hour” or “I pay $200 for a client call with my lawyer”. For attorneys, it is important to have value based pricing. In this profession, most have worked in the industry for a long time and have a lot of experience and expertise, but do not bill clients based on that. A shift in mindset towards billing based on the value you bring to a client is needed to succeed. In this day and age, there has been a shift in having a better work life balance. No one wants to work 80 hour weeks, feel burned out and not enjoy the money they make. Lauren provides advice on how older attorneys can work with the younger generation to learn this. The value of an employee is not the time they spend sitting at a desk, but hitting benchmarks in a time that works for them. For example, an employee may be able to accomplish a task in an hour as opposed to spending their whole work day doing it. That person should not be punished because they did their job quicker. As long as the objective for the business is being met, who cares how fast it took them to complete it. Take a listen to learn more! 8:17 Tips for solo attorneys or attorneys starting out to maximize productivity 10:49 Tips for managing personal and business life 15:45 Discussion of the challenges attorneys face with the billable hour 18:33 Advice on how law firm owners can work with the younger generation Jim's Hack: Read or listen to $100M Leads: How to Get Strangers to Want to Buy Your Stuff Alex Hormozi https://amzn.to/4998nkv Lauren’s Tip: Tech tool called Text Expander, which allows you to create little snippets of things you are constantly writing. Whether it be closing out an email with a signature phrase or acronyms that you need to spell out, the tool allows you to get emails out faster. Tyson Tip: Use Teleprompter when creating videos, which allows you to copy and paste text into it and then adjust the speed. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Lauren: Website TikTok LinkedIn Instagram…

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Taking ‘Ctrl’ Of Your Keyboard 18:52

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Do you want to learn how to become a keyboard wizard? In this episode, Tyson shares an important tip lawyers can use in their practice, which involves using a keyboard. Lawyers are very busy people and usually don't have a lot of time. There are keyboard shortcuts that attorneys can use that will make work more efficient, especially if you do repetitive tasks. Some of these shortcuts include functions like: Copy: Control + C or Command + C to copy Paste: Control + V or Command + V to paste Delete: On a Mac, you click Command + Delete OR on a PC, you click Command + Shift + Delete. Entire screen screenshot: Click Shift + Command + 3 for a Mac OR on a PC, you select the print screen button on the keyboard There are some advanced functions that Tyson shares. If you want to quickly lock your screen, you press Command + Q for a PC. If you want to open your emoji keyboard on your screen, it's Control + Command + Space for Mac. For a PC, it is “Windows.Windows;” Another interesting function is looking up a definition. For a Mac, click Command + Control + D, all while hovering above the word you want to look up. For PC, it is Alt + Click. All of these shortcuts take practice to learn and master. Sooner or later, you will be able to use them to streamline your workflows. Listen in to learn how to master using your keyboard! 1:10 Why keyboard shortcuts are important for efficiency 4:49 Basic keyboard shortcuts for common actions 10:11 How to quickly lock the screen on a Mac or PC using keyboard shortcuts 11:03 How to quickly show the desktop on a Mac or PC 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Revolutionize Your Law Firm: Embrace the Power of Pods 9:31

πριν 1 year9:31

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Are you looking for a way to organize your firm better? In this podcast episode, Tyson discusses the benefits of organizing law firms into pods or teams. Tyson talks about the benefits of splitting up people within law offices to really maximize the talent that exists. Within Tyson’s firm, staff are a part of different teams that are colour coded. Ultimately, it is a way of organizing an agile team that is composed of an attorney, a case manager, and a litigation assistant. There are many reasons why a system like this is effective. One reason is that it allows for clear communication. All members (especially when looking at small teams) know their roles inside and out, which means less chances for misunderstandings and better opportunities for streamlined operations. Looking at the trio of an attorney, case manager and litigation assistant, everyone has a role. The attorney focuses on complex legal stuff, case managers focus on client relations and the litigation assistants focus on the administrative work. At its core, law is the business of people. Pod systems allow for clients to have consistent, attentive services from the same group of people who know and understand their case. This makes the client management aspect of a firm so much better. Clients can trust the people who are helping them in the journey and don't have to worry about talking to different people. Small pods can create a close knit nature among the people who work together. People can deliver better if the dynamic and vibe of a team is top tier! Listen in to learn more about setting up pods in your firm. 2:22 The advantages of organizing a law firm into pods 4:25 How the pod system allows for seamless coverage 7:24 The close-knit nature of pods 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/hDZi1y_Uc6I…

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Why Your To-Do List Isn’t Working: How to Get Things Done with Task-Based Management 18:45

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Are you looking for systems to manage your tasks better? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Ryan Anderson discusses the concept of task-based management in law firms. A lot of people run their business using calendar and email based management. It’s so easy for most because many people use their calendar and email frequently. But, Ryan shares how these methods are not efficient to manage your to do lists. He shares how using task based management systems are the way to go when it comes to staying organized and on top of all your tasks. Ryan shares its own platform, FileVine. FileVine is a task based management system that allows you to know what you have to get done for the day and what you have assigned to other people. So many lawyers have a million things to do from meetings to research to court. Having a system that lays everything out is ideal for this type of work. What makes FileVine and other project management systems so great is you remove the “email me” from your language. Most times, people will say “just email me”, but that can get lost in a flurry of other emails and priorities. With these systems, you can say “task me”. This allows you to task things out quickly to other people. If not, you are emailing, calling and messaging multiple people to get things done. Ryan shares that people should be able to use case management systems with no more than their voice. He announces the creation of a voice interface that FileVine will have. With a voice interface, more tasks and communication will get onto the platform. What this feature does is allow someone to make a call to the platform where an AI bot will answer and ask what you would like to do. Let's say you realize at 10pm that you have to do something right when you get into the office, but you are worried you will forget. Call into the platform and let the AI bot know to leave a task for you and have it added to whatever case file. That way in the morning, you will get a notification that the task is waiting for you. Listen in to learn more! 00:24 The concept of task-based management 6:31 The benefits of using a task-based management system 11:27 Using task-based management to keep track of important information 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Ryan: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Linkedin…

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How Can Lawyers Plan For Life After Law? with Victoria Collier 31:32

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Have you thought about what you will do when it’s time to retire and leave your law firm? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson interview Victoria Collier, the founder and CEO of Quid Pro Quo. Victoria shares her journey in the legal industry, from being a paralegal in the military to starting and selling her own successful law firm. Tyson, Jim and Victoria discuss the mission of Quid Pro Quo, which is to guide others to finding their path to life after law. This mission encompasses the idea that you need to begin a career with an end in mind. Most attorneys only think about the next paycheck or next client, but don't think about where they will be at the end of the road. For many law firm owners, they will need to sell their business at some point. Victoria shares the idea that the best way to sell when the time comes is to stay low and stay small. Victoria discusses the concept of the “owners box” in a law firm. This is the idea that a firm needs to be separate from the owner. Most times, it is harder to sell a firm if the owner is so closely tied to the business. Being closely tied comes with an owner being too involved or front facing. To move away from this, it is important to have people in between the owner and the business. For example, hiring people to answer phones and schedule appointments. This allows owners to not be chained to their desk. Ultimately, being in the owners box means being the visionary of where a law firm is going to go and building a team to help execute it. There are a few things to consider when selling a law firm at retirement. One thing is ensuring your finances are in order and that you are in the right place to sell. Think about your profit margin and where you will be at retirement. If you don't have enough, you need to think about ways to increase revenue and decrease expenses. Another thing is ensuring you as the owner are a bit removed from the firm, through processes and systems. The whole firm should not revolve around the owner. It is important to maximize the system, processes and people to ensure a firm can run without an owner. In many cases, there will be multiple partners of a law firm. Victoria talks about how to address an attorney who wants to be a partner. It is important to consider if this individual will add value to your firm and that they have the best intentions. Ask a potential partner why they want to join and how they will make the firm the best it can be. Listen in to learn more! 3:19 Victoria shares the mission of her company, Quid Pro Quo 10:32 Being in the owner's box 12:26 Considerations for selling a law firm 23:49 Associates expressing interest in becoming partners 27:23 Focus on developing leadership skills Jim's Hack: Sign up for Gary Falkowitz masterclass on intake and client advocacy, which helps people fix their intake systems at www.maxintake.com Victoria’s Tip: Start learning about leadership instead of management and how to be a great leader versus a manager. Tysons Tip: Read “Getting Things Done” by David Allen . The book has a lot of practical tips to help get organized. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Victoria: Website Facebook Group LinkedIn Instagram…

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Save Time and Effort: Linking to Specific Times in YouTube Videos for Attorneys & Clients 11:58

πριν 1 year11:58

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Would you like to learn more about sharing Youtube videos more efficiently? In this episode, Tyson shares a tech tip on how to link a specific time to a Youtube video. If you are sending a video to a client, it can be helpful to inform them of a specific part so they do not waste time watching the whole video (that is if they don’t need to). It is all about making it easier for your clients. On the desktop browser, all you do is go to the Youtube video, move the cursor of your mouse to the part of the video that needs to be shared, click the share button under the video, select “Start at” (make sure the time listed is correct), select copy and then paste the link it to an email or text thread. At the end of the day, it is important that attorneys make processes that are simple and efficient. This will ultimately help clients understand what is happening with their cases. Listen in to learn more! 00:24 The benefits of linking to a specific time in a YouTube video 2:16 Step-by-step instructions on how to link to a specific time in a YouTube video 10:11 The benefits of sending a specific segment of a YouTube video to clients 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Make the Most of Your Day: How to Use Spare Time to Tackle Your Tasks + Goals 7:00

πριν 1 year7:00

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Do you find yourself wasting time between meetings? In this episode, Tyson shares a time management technique called "attacking the open space" that he learned from his friend Jason Selk & Tom Bartow . Lawyers are very busy people who usually never have any time. With juggling client meetings, research for cases and court prep, there are many tips to use to maximize the time you have. Tyson shares the technique “attacking the open space” which means using the leftover time you have in your calendar to complete a task on your to-do list. For example, if you have a 60 minute client call and you finish early with 15 minutes left to spare, use that time to tackle a quick task. “Attacking that time” allows attorneys to get a lot of things done. The amount of time could vary from 2 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on how busy a schedule is. Tackle that time by responding to an email from a client, setting up a meeting to follow up with a partner or conducting some quick research for a case. It is all about maximizing your productivity! Take a listen. 1:19 How to identify and utilize the open spaces in your calendar 2:25 The technique of attacking the open space in your calendar 4:13 Understanding how different salary ranges view time in varying units 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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How Every Law Firm Can Find, Hire, and Train Rock Star VA’s 17:29

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Do you need virtual support for your law firm? In this podcast episode, Daniel Maxwell, an attorney with Amicus Settlement Planners, discusses the benefits of hiring and training virtual assistants (VAs) for law firms. Daniel talks about how hiring internationally located individuals as VAs can help businesses grow and prosper. Many people have fears with hiring VAs, especially ones that live halfway across the world. Daniel says business owners need to move from problem centric thinking to solution focused thinking in order to get over these fears. Thinking about how a VA will help your company instead of what potential issues exist will lead to success. What makes outsourcing work to VAs in other countries beneficial is that people can be working at different times of the day. Daniel shares how he will provide a list of tasks to his VAs before he goes to bed and they are complete when he wakes up. For many business owners, the question can be where to find the best VAs. Daniel shares the three ways to find VAs: hiring direct, using a freelance marketplace or using a VA staffing firm. It is important to not get stuck in this step. Choose a route to find a VA and follow through. If one method does not work to your liking, try a different one later on. Daniel stresses the importance of hiring a VA for one task. Not all VAs will be able to do everything and that is totally fine. For example, if you need help with invoicing, hire a VA solely for invoicing so they can focus and master that skill. If there are other tasks that they can do down the line, allow them to branch out. Something to add to your recruitment process is having potential VAs complete a test task. This task should be similar to the work that person would be doing if they were to come on board with your firm. This will narrow down potential hires and sift out those who are not the right fit. It is also important to have a good standard operation procedure (SOP) for VAs to follow so everything is done in the way it needs to. Some examples include access to software or templates to complete work or a video demo on how to complete a task. This all helps VAs become familiar with how you run your firm and decreases the chance of a VA not knowing what to do. Communicating with your VAs regularly is important. Pick a standard channel, whether it be email, Slack or Asana. Communicating new tasks is also crucial to ensure the VA understands how things work. When you are providing a new task, record a video demonstration so the VA can refer back to it. Listen in to learn more on hiring VAs! 1:20 Daniel addresses the fears and concerns that may be holding law firms back 6:07 The different options for finding and hiring virtual assistants 9:09 Tips on filtering and hiring virtual assistants 10:14 The importance of having standard operating procedures (SOPs) 14:07 The benefits of investing in virtual assistants 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Daniel: Website Twitter Facebook Linkedin Youtube…

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The Surprising Science of Building Real Resilience with Steve Magness 30:12

πριν 1 year30:12

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Do you need help in building toughness within yourself? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson interview mental toughness expert Steve Magness. They discuss the misconceptions about resilience and how to build true toughness. True Resilience Steve talks about the thing people get wrong about resilience. Many people think resilience means putting your head down, grinding through anything and not letting emotions get in your way. But, resilience really is navigating discomfort and uncertainty and figuring out ways to decide what is best for you. Navigating new territory is scary and many people get anxious or scared if they don't know what to do. Steve shares that if you do something repetitively in which you are putting yourself in uncomfortable situations, your brain will adjust. It's all about looking for easy ways into that space. True Toughness Like resilience, many people get true toughness wrong. Toughness is about developing inner strength in order to choose doing something that is difficult. Whether it be lifting weights or running a marathon, there is an inner strength that is needed in order to decide if you are going to do it. There are ways to foster toughness within people and Steve speaks to law firm owners on how best to do it. One thing is giving staff a sense of autonomy, in which people feel they can actively contribute to their teams. Another thing is competency, in which staff have a path to grow and learn. Staff Connections It is so important to make and keep connections, especially while working virtually. It is easy to feel isolated when working from home and working with people who you never see face to face. Steve provides some insight on how to maintain these relationships. Before virtual work became the norm, there were water cooler talks and coffee breaks where people would get together and get to know one another on a personal level. Since most of that has gone away, Steve emphasizes the importance of finding ways to bring those in between moments back. One way is to spend 5-10 minutes at the beginning of meetings to share updates on what is going on in your life. Maybe ask a colleague how their vacation went or what they got up to on the weekend. Take a listen to learn more! 1:30 Steve Magnus discusses the misconceptions about resilience. 3:13 How controlled stressors can help build mental toughness and resilience. 14:39 How leaders can foster internal confidence and toughness. 21:37 Tips on how to foster connection and belonging in the virtual workplace. Jim's Hack: If there is something that you're struggling with, look at the people who have succeeded at doing that thing and do what they do. Steve’s Tip: Get outside for a couple minutes, even if it is to just look at something natural. Getting outside has a restorative ability to your cognition. It will help get rid of some of that fatigue and help you perform better. Tysons Tip: Think about how you work and where you're working. Think about reconfiguring things to a way that makes more sense for how you operate and it may help you work more efficiently. Links mentioned Book: Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness by Steve Magness 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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The Ultimate Tech Tip for Restoring Closed Browser Tabs 5:22

πριν 1 year5:22

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Have you ever accidentally closed a browser tab and did not know how to recover it? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson shares a helpful tech tip on how to reopen closed browser tabs. Tyson shares how to recover browser windows for both PC and Mac users. For PC users, the method to recover browser windows is clicking Ctrl, shift and T. In order to restore multiple windows, press the same keys over and over and the tabs will reopen in reverse order of when they closed. If you want to use your mouse instead, go to the browser, right click and select “reopen closed tabs”. For Mac users, the way to recover tabs is pretty similar. It is Command, shift and T. It is important to be mindful that not all Mac computers have the same right click option that PC computers do. If you do not have it set up, use the right click option that your laptop has already (this could be through using the touchpad). Listen in to learn how to save time with this tip! 00:24 The common issue of accidentally closing a browser tab 1:16 Two methods to reopen a closed browser tab 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/nhBM7gqSm_w…

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Unleashing the Power of Proactive Client Communication in Your Law Firm 11:07

πριν 1 year11:07

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Is your law firm struggling with how to effectively communicate with clients? In this episode, Tyson discusses the importance of client communication in a law firm. He shares tips on how to better communicate and action items firms can take. Front End Communication Tyson talks about the importance of front end communication. This involves communicating everything to your clients at the beginning so they don't call back multiple times with questions. Make sure to intentionally plan out what to communicate and when. There may be some information clients will need at different points of the client journey. Tyson uses the example of their own ten day onboarding email sequence, where over the course of 10 days, clients are provided with different types of information. Client Satisfaction Keeping clients in the loop is crucial to ensure they are satisfied throughout their time working with you. Track your firm’s responsiveness so you know how well the team is communicating with clients and how often. Tyson uses their own firm’s example, where the team does a client check in every 6 weeks. These calls involve communicating what is going on with a case, how the client is feeling and if they feel they are being represented appropriately. Make sure to build those calls into the calendar so they are not missed. Ultimately, effective client communication is key to ensure your client knows what is happening and they are always kept in the loop. It is crucial if you want to get referrals as news about good service travels fast! Take a listen. 1:11 Tips on how to up front load communication 3:47 Importance of tracking team responsiveness and communication scores 9:00 Tips for improving client communication 10:06 The significance of effective client communication for referrals 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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The Ultimate Intake Machine with Kelsey Bratcher 13:03

πριν 1 year13:03

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Are you looking for a way to automate your intake system? Do you use various tools within your firm? In this podcast episode, Kelsey Bratcher from Hired Gun Solutions shares a presentation on automation intake and the evolution of the process. The intake process began with a simple piece of paper. When someone called a firm, a receptionist or administrator would write their name and number down on a piece of paper. This would then get passed to the attorney. In the legal field today, there are many tools and softwares that are used to automate the intake process, making it more efficient and faster. The ideal intake system will get a client on board in one call, without having to bother with scheduling an appointment. You want a level of consistency in the intake process. The same questions should be asked, the same information collected and the handoff of information should be right after everything is collected. This will ensure every client is treated the same and nothing is left out for the attorneys. Kelsey emphasizes the need to have a centralized system. If a firm is tracking calls and messages, scheduling meetings and has a marketing channel, all of this needs to be in one place or within one software. Take a listen! 1:05 Kelsey Bratcher shares the fundamentals of the ultimate intake system 3:46 The need for consistency in how calls are handled 6:38 Centralizing information in one place 8:43 The importance of staying organized in the intake process 9:36 Easy and real-time access to reports and metrics 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Kelsey: Website Facebook…

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Creating Engaging and Valuable Law Firm Videos 25:06

πριν 1 year25:06

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Are you an attorney who wants to get into the social media space? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson discuss the importance of creating engaging and entertaining content for law firm videos and social media. Creating social media content is a difficult skill to master. It takes time and effort to not only understand how certain apps work but also what type of content is going to reel people in. Social media can be used to attract clients, especially those of a younger demographic. Tyson and Jim explore the idea of creating entertaining videos and if it will lead to more viewers and clients. One thing to consider is creating TikTok content that is a mix of fun and legal advice. The fun aspect allows viewers to get to know you as a person and then the legal advice will showcase the expertise. Tyson and Jim talk about how viewers do not like the “ask” in social media content. The point of social media is to attract people to view your content and subscribe. The last thing people want is to have to go the extra mile for a creator all the time if they are asking their audience to do something. Sprinkling in the “selling” is a good way to get your message across. Giving away your best tips and advice will get people to listen. It is a risk because nobody wants to give everything away for nothing in return, but Tyson and Jim promise it is the best way to get the views without throwing things in people’s faces. When creating content on apps like Tiktok, it is important to include all the necessary information without taking too much time. Make sure to address the question, provide a solution and have a call to action. It is really important to ensure videos are kept short. No one is going to listen to a video if it is too long because you lose the viewer if you do not get the point. To be successful on social media, it is important to understand the rhythm of the platform. What are people talking about? What are the trends to know and follow? Get to know your audience and understand what they want to see and what questions they need answered. As attorneys, find out what legal advice people want to know. Is it about immigration, privacy, criminal or copyright? From here, you can create content in a way that will help you attain more clients. Take a listen! 2:09 The significance of creating engaging and interesting videos 5:42 Balance entertaining content with informative legal content 10:04 Giving away valuable content to attract clients 18:35 The need for law firm videos and social media content to be short 19:56 Advice on how to make TikTok videos interesting by following trends Jim’s Hack: Read the book $100M Leads: How to Get Strangers to Want to Buy Your Stuff Alex Hormozi Tyson’s Tip: Get your personal life organized through a Kanban board. Tyson suggests having columns for buckets such as “new task”, “doing” and “done” and using sticky notes to fill the board. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Warp Speed Wi-Fi: Navigating the Virtual Superhighway Like a Pro 11:45

πριν 1 year11:45

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Does your firm need better Wi-Fi? Do you struggle to have good connectivity during meetings? This episode features Tyson who discusses tech tips to improve Wi-Fi speeds for law practices. Regardless of the type of industry you are in, reliable Wi-Fi is a necessity, especially in this day and age. It is one of the only ways we are able to stay connected and know what is happening around us. Tyson talks about the need to understand what you are paying for. He suggests people google an “internet speed test” to check how fast the internet is and to test it all around the office. If the speed and the price don't match, it means it is time to make some changes. Tyson provides some tips to use to solve connectivity and speed issues. One tip is to simply reboot your router, which involves unplugging the router for 30 seconds, pressing the power button and plugging it back in. This can reset your internet and bring it back to a good speed. Another tip is upgrading your router. Older routers are not able to keep up with the newer demands of Wi-Fi and can really slow everything down. Disconnecting multiple devices is something that can also speed up your Wi-Fi. Most times, people have their phones, laptops and TVs connected to the Wi-Fi which can really slow it down. Encourage people in the office to disconnect devices that they do not need. Where your router is located in the office can really determine how strong the connection and speed is. If your Wi-Fi is slow, consider moving the router to a more central position. This could be a boardroom or office in the middle of the space. What this does is clear the path and not allow the connection to hit walls or barriers. Take a listen! 00:24 How Wi-Fi speeds affect law practices 2:33 How to test your internet speeds using Google's internet speed test 4:29 Tips for improving Wi-Fi speeds 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Stress Reduction Strategies for Legal Professionals 9:14

πριν 1 year9:14

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Do you need some help in changing habits to reduce stress? In this episode, Tyson discusses the importance of stress reduction and shares practical tips for managing stress in the legal profession and as a business owner. Tyson talks about the various ways to reduce stress as well as some things he has implemented. One of his tips to reducing stress is the method of box breathing. Box breathing involves inhaling for 4 seconds, holding your breath for 4 seconds, exhaling for 4 seconds and then holding your breath once more for 4 seconds. What this does is help center yourself and reach a state of calm. Another tip is to turn off notifications. People are on their phones way too much and get distracted by all the apps. It can cause a lot of stress and many people can become addicted. Tyson suggests doing this as it allows you to control the flood of information that gets to you. You can control the amount and when you absorb it. One final tip is to schedule your workouts. Realistically, if you do not schedule it, it's not going to happen. Scheduling it allows you to proactively plan and stay accountable to yourself. If you decide one day you are not in the mood to workout, schedule that time frame for a walk around the neighborhood or around the office. Take a listen to learn more tips on how to reduce stress! 2:04 The technique of box breathing for stress reduction 4:47 Have you turned off notifications to reduce stress? 5:35 The importance of scheduling workouts 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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The 5 Most Important Factors to Closing the Sale with Russ Nesevich 23:09

πριν 1 year23:09

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Are you a practicing attorney who struggles with closing a deal? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Russ, a salesperson with a law degree, presents the five most important factors to closing a sale. He talks about the skills and qualities an attorney needs to close a sale with a client. Building Trust People will buy a product or become a client because of trust. Trust is essential in gaining the support and rapport of a client. Trust comes from credibility as well, in that you are good at what you do and you have the evidence to show for it. Now the question becomes: “How do you begin to build that relationship with a client?” 5 Steps for Closing a Sale Russ talks about the five steps for closing a sale and how it can pertain to attorneys.The first step is engagement. As lawyers, engaging with the client at the beginning is easy because the client calls you for help. As long as you are quick with getting their needs met, you have them. Once this step is done, you need to focus on discovering the client. Get to know them and their needs. Spend time understanding their real needs and the needs they don't even know about. Walk the client through the process of how their needs will be both met and encourage them to take your recommendations. This leads to the third and most important step, which is building value. Clients are going to buy what you're selling, only if you convince them you or a product has value. To build value, communicate with them when you will be in touch, when you are available and all the information the client will need. As attorneys, gaining the trust of the client comes from passion. You need to be passionate about them and their story. Working in the legal field comes with countless stories about people who have gone through turmoil, trauma and heartache. Clients need to have attorneys that are just as passionate as they are to solve the issue. This passion is important in showing clients that you care and are with them until the end. It will stem from the discovery stage, where you ask questions to get a better understanding of what the client needs and why they came to your firm. Most of the time, potential clients don't know what they want because they are stressed out from their legal situation. As an attorney, you need to get them to commit to something. After showing them your value, have them commit to a phone call from you, a follow up call from your assistant, or signing the agreement. You need to give them a choice to make a decision. This is where you close the deal and retain the client. Take a listen to learn more! 1:19 The importance of trust, credibility, and rapport in closing a sale 3:28 Engaging the client 10:04 The importance of building value. 19:30 The strategy of providing the client with a choice 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Russ: Website…

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Standing Out in a Sea of Lawyers with RizeUp Media 32:31

πριν 1 year32:31

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Are you a new lawyer and need help getting your name out there? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson introduce Vaidas Cikotas and Steve Williams from RizeUp Media, a digital marketing agency specializing in law firm marketing. They all discuss how attorneys can establish an online presence and set the foundations for their business. First Thing to Setup Working as a new defense lawyer involves a lot of marketing to get those first few clients. People need to be able to find you as a lawyer. One thing that is important to set up is Google My Business. This allows someone to add and edit business info and allows you to know how people find your business. This makes sure all information is up to date so you do not lose a single customer. Make Connections Networking is an important aspect of any business. In the legal field, networking with fellow attorneys is crucial to not only making connections but letting others know you are in business. If a fellow attorney cannot take on a case, they may refer a client to you. Being new in the business is all about making connections. Creating an online presence is another way to get your name and business out there. In relation to the legal field, commenting on various cases that are making headlines is a great way for people to understand your perspective. Social media like Twitter or Facebook is a great tool for this. The more online presence you have, the easier it will be for people to find you when they search on Google. Consistent Online Presence Vaidas and Steve talk about how a lot of great law firms exist but because they don't have a solid and consistent online presence, people are not aware of their work. They emphasize the need to keep an up to date website with the correct contact information, staff directory and biographies and the cases that attorneys have worked on. Think about this: If you need someone to landscape your backyard and the companies you are searching up do not have pictures of their landscaping work, you are not going to hire them. The same thing goes for law firms! Law firms and lawyers alike need to show their successes to get clients. Jim’s Hack: Don’t give your cell phone number to your clients when they are your clients, but give it to them after so they can refer you cases. Vaidas's Tip: Understand what you are spending for marketing and ask for help. Steve’s Tip: Give your clients your office phone number of your firm when they sign up. Tyson’s Tip: Use Zoho voice! Episode Highlights: 2:15 The initial steps attorneys should take to establish their online presence 5:59 Importance of creating content to build presence on social media 14:13 Exploring the long-term benefits of organic search results 19:22 The significance of having a good online reputation 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with RizeUp Media: Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter…

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How Harpa.ai Revolutionizes Research, SEO, and Content Generation 7:22

πριν 1 year7:22

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Are you in the market for a new AI tool to help make your life easier? In this episode, Tyson Mutrux introduces in his new tech segment where he shares an AI tool called Harpa.ai. This tool is a side window to your browser and does a wide variety of things. The tool can answer questions that you ask it, provide a summary and even rewrite what you are looking at on the page. Harpa.ai can integrate with other websites or apps. For example, it can provide summaries of Youtube videos with timestamps and can read the PDF you are working on. It is a great tool for writing as well. Whether you are writing a paper, website or a blog, the tool can mimic a specific writing style that you like. It also helps audit websites. If you have a website and you want it analyzed because you want to change some things, Harpa.ai will give you keyword reports, a strategy and meta descriptions. Take a listen to learn more about the various ways to use Harpa.ai! 1:16 Introducing Harpa.ai 2:21 The numerous features and capabilities of Harpa.ai 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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How Cold Plunges Can Supercharge Your Day 11:20

πριν 1 year11:20

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Are you looking for a new hobby to add to your routine? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson talks about cold plunging and the various benefits of it. There is a lot of buzz around cold plunges. It is gaining a lot of traction and professional athletes are beginning to include it in their routines. Cold plunges do have a ton of benefits including improving your mood, strengthening your immune system, helping with inflammation and minimizing stress. Cold plunges can provide energy all day so you don't have to rely on coffee. Tyson talks about the different ways you can create a cold plunge, which includes his very own creation of turning a chest freezer into a cold plunge tank. Adding a temperature controller onto a tank is important because it will freeze the water to a certain degree and then turn off. When starting to implement cold plunges into your daily routine, it is important to start with small increments of time. Do not just jump in and stay in the tank for 30 or 40 minutes. Start slow with 5 minutes and gradually increase the time as you continue to use it. Listen in to learn more about cold plunges! 2:07 Explanation of how to convert a chest freezer into a cold plunge tank 6:20 The various benefits of cold plunging 9:05 Starting with shorter durations 9:51 Tyson advises listeners to consult with their doctors before trying cold plunges 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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An Actionable Plan to Formulate and Automate Your Processes with Matt Spiegel 20:44

πριν 1 year20:44

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Do you need help improving your law firm's client journey? Are you finding it hard to get clients? In this episode, Matt Spiegel, the co-founder and CEO of Lawmatics, discusses the importance of providing excellent customer service in the legal industry and improving the client journey. It is evident that lawyers are not CEOs. They don't run businesses. But, Matt emphasizes the need for law firm owners to run their practice like a business. Law firm owners need to go out and find clients to grow their firm just like a CEO would go out and make connections to grow their success. Part of growing your business and law firm ensures the client is always happy because a happy client equals a happy practice. Matt delves into the ways to prioritize the happiness of a client. 1 | Client Begins The client journey begins the moment a client reaches out to your firm via email or phone. This is part of the “client intake phase”. This phase is crucial to getting a client because they are reaching out to multiple firms at once. You need to ensure staff are engaging right away so they don't lose the client. Immediate engagement shows the client exactly how you will respond to them throughout the process. It shows that those in the firm care and are ready to provide the client with what they need, even if it's just basic legal information. 2 | Active Client The “active matter phase” is the communication throughout the length of a client's case. Like phase one, communication is key to getting and retaining a client. It is important to provide the client information throughout the journey. Make it a habit to market to them. Send them information like newsletters that include things that are external to your firm. It is a good idea to set up a client portal, where individuals can go into a system and get updates on their case. If email communication is too much (and it can be in this industry), a client portal is a great way to input all necessary information and the client can retrieve it on the other end. 3 | Former Client The “former client phase” is a neglected but important phase in the client journey. 75% of clients come from referrals. Even when a client’s case is complete, the relationship between the attorney and client needs to continue. There are many ways to maintain a good relationship with a former client. Send a birthday and holiday email every year or add them to a mailing list for networking events. What this does is let the client know the firm has their best interests in mind even after the working relationship ends. Matt speaks about only doing things in your law firm that you can measure. You need to be able to back up your success with KPIs and numbers. Think about the conversion rates of initial screening calls that lead to actual clients. This will measure how successful the intake process is for your firm. Cost per lead and cost per client is another metric to consider to ensure the amount it takes to bring a client on board and how much you are making from that client makes sense. Take a listen! 6:57 Immediate engagement and rapid response to create a positive first impression 8:45 Focusing on maintaining the relationship with a former client 8:58 Providing excellent customer service from the very first contact with a client 9:53 Delighting clients through effective communication during the active matter phase 17:29 The importance of automation 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Matt: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin…

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Hona: Transforming the Client Experience in Law Firms with Manny Griffiths 29:21

πριν 1 year29:21

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Are you curious about using AI in your law firm? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson interview Manny Griffiths, the CEO and co-founder of Hona (formerly known as Milestones), a legal tech company that uses AI to change the client management experience. Hona was created as a way for client's going through the legal system to keep up to date on the progress of their cases. Manny shares about Hona as a “Domino's pizza tracker” type of system, where clients can know every aspect of their case and know where their cases are in the legal process. This stemmed from a personal story of being out of the loop in a case for months at a time, with no answers from his lawyer. Hona really works to improve the client experience and ensures those going through the legal process always know the status of their case. What makes Hona such a great product is that it includes every aspect of the client-lawyer interaction. The app includes basic communication, data collection (ie. basic personal information), billing and an AI chatbot that provides additional information on a case. Manny speaks to the fact that AI is drastically changing the way lawyers do their work. Though there are some that are hesitant to adopt it in their own firms, those that are wanting to elevate their firms are using it. Manny talks about how other people are becoming eager to learn about Hona and provides demos on how the app was created and how it is used. This shows the popularity of AI within the legal field. With the adoption of AI, the legal field is moving in a direction that many thought it would not go down. Simply put, the firms who are smart and take advantage of AI will prosper and the firms who are rejecting it will eventually go out of business. Listen in to learn more! Jim’s Hack: Respond to your YouTube comments and see more engagement! Manny’s Tip: Pay college football players or college athletes to do a small commercial or snippet and then send it to your alumni that are a fan of that team. Great, fun marketing! Tyson’s Tip: Use the Amazon smart plug to make life a little easier! 2:53 The motivation behind starting Milestones 10:06 The vision for Hona as a bridge between law firms and clients 11:18 Discussion of how clients can use the AI chatbot in Hona 19:03 Insights on the growing trend of niche AI startups in the legal tech space 21:28 Discussion on advancements in technology and legal knowledge 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Manny: Website Twitter Instagram Linkedin…

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Consider This When Adding Software to Your Tech Stack 9:22

πριν 1 year9:22

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Are you trying to figure out what software to use in your business? In this episode, Tyson talks about the use of different software solutions within the legal industry and how to determine which software deserves to be used in your firm. Software is meant to be a solution, not add another layer of complexity in your firm. That is why it is important to really think about what software is going to help your firm achieve success. Think about what your firm really needs and what softwares will help with that. It is also important to think about usability. Most softwares are not user friendly and people can find it difficult to work with them when doing their day to day work. If it is too hard to navigate, move on to the next. 1 | Integration It is important that softwares integrates with each other. Think about Microsoft and the many applications that integrate. Outlook connects to Planner as well as Teams which includes the Tasks and Approvals function. These various applications all coincide with each other, making working with this software very popular. 2 | Non-Negotiables Tyson talks about a non-negotiable when it comes to software in the legal field. Software with very good security and compliance is not something to ignore. Those working in the legal field handle sensitive subjects and details all day long. The software used needs to meet security benchmarks for the industry to keep client information safe. This can really put your firm at risk if this is not considered. Make sure to always include the stakeholders in your decision to use software. At the end of the day, those in the firm will be using it on a daily basis. So, make it a point to include them in the decision: ask for opinions, run a test demo and get feedback. Take a listen to learn about what to consider when looking at new software for your firm! 00:24 The importance of considering different things when evaluating software 2:28 Software needs to be able to easily integrate with existing tools 3:24 The non-negotiable requirement for software 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Building Strong Teams One 'PEEEEps' at a Time 8:59

πριν 1 year8:59

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Do you want to know what to consider when looking for new employees? In this episode, Tyson discusses the qualities he looks for in team members, whom they affectionately refer to as "peeps” (more so “PEEEEps”) Tyson breaks down the meaning behind each letter of the word which is connected to different attributes. 1 | Passion “P” refers to passion (which is the first and last p). Tyson believes looking for people with passion and excitement for the work they do is important. Having people who genuinely love what they do makes a stronger firm. Those with passion put the client first and are eager to learn and grow. 2 | Energy The first “E” refers to energy. It is important to look for potential hires who thrive on action and can make conversation, which really helps with client management. 3 | Energize The second “E” refers to energize. These are people who hype others up and love working on a team. They are usually people who like to challenge themselves and achieve their goals. 4 | Edge The third “E” is edge. Individuals with edge are able to look at problems from all angles. They also know when to stop assessing and make a decision. 5 | Execute The last “E” is execute, which are those who can get the work done and move it past the finish line. Realistically, you don't want employees who can’t finish a task, secure that client or win that case. Take a listen to learn more about using “PEEEEps” to hire the best talent! 00:24 Tyson talks about building a strong team 2:17 Tyson discusses the importance of passion in team members 5:30 Tyson talks about the ability to energize others as a crucial quality 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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From Panic to Profit: 3 Hidden Strategies Fast Growing Firms Use to Increase Profit 21:04

πριν 1 year21:04

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Do you want to create a more successful law firm, where you are able to take home more money? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, speaker Brooke Lively shares her personal experience of firing her biggest client and the resulting financial struggles for her business. Starting from scratch and building a successful business is a hard thing to achieve. Brooke talks about using the rule of thirds strategy to make her company a profitable one. The strategy involves the following: allocating a third of your revenue to paying salaries, a third to overhead and a third to profit. 1 | Salaries When it comes to paying employees, it is best to design compensation packages that work for your firm. Accountability within a law firm is so important. It moves work through a firm and can be used to dictate pay. One way to hold people accountable is helping them to create goals. Discussing goals will help employees understand what they want to accomplish. As an owner of a law firm, it is important to dedicate time with each employee on a weekly basis to speak through goals so that everyone is on track. 2 | Overhead A lot of firms spend way too much money on marketing. Brooke speaks to how cutting the marketing budget is a great way to save money. One way to do this is to analyze the return on investment on all marketing channels for a firm each month. Whichever is the lowest that month is cut, which can save tens of thousands of dollars. Another way to save money is to review the monthly credit card bill to see what expenses have been neglected and therefore removed. 3 | Profit As a firm owner, there are many things you can do for your profit. One thing is to monitor it every month, tracking the increase or decrease of profit. Another thing is to figure out your salary, distributions and personal finances monthly to make sure you are not only making what you deserve but are paying off your expenses. Listen in to learn how to make your law firm more profitable! 2:58 The rule of thirds 6:27 The importance of accountability in law firms. 10:51 Your digital marketing budget 11:35 Exploration of the expenses and benefits of coaching 16:28 The importance of properly compensating law firm owners. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Brooke: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin…

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Unlocking the Secrets to Fast-Tracking Your Law Firm's Success Through Smart Staffing 31:19

πριν 1 year31:19

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Do you need some help in hiring for your law firm? Are you unsure what roles you need filled? In this podcast episode, Jim and Tyson welcome Brett Trembly, CEO and co-founder of Get Staffed Up. He discusses his new book " 24 Months to Freedom: How Modern Law Firms Use Smarter Staffing Solutions to Fast Track Their Way to Success. " The book lists seven crucial positions to hire that every law firm needs. In order to have a successful law firm, you need the right people. You need to have an adequate amount of staff who are skilled in what they do. One of the most important roles to fill is that of an executive assistant. Without an executive assistant, many attorneys take on much more tasks in their day to day schedule. This ultimately takes away from what they need to do. An executive assistant wears many hats in a law firm. The role includes answering phones, preparing documents and bookkeeping. It is a multi-dimensional role that helps keep law firms running. Many attorneys have a fear of hiring and will stall in getting it done. Sometimes this comes down to money. Brett speaks to not needing tens of thousands of dollars in the bank to hire. As long as there is enough to pay someone for the first 2 weeks, that is when it is time to hire. Hiring someone is not going to cost you money, but it will make you money. It will allow an attorney to focus on the important work, bring in more clients and therefore bring in more money. Every successful law firm needs to have a full proof intake system, which includes a few different positions. ➡️ One is a receptionist, who will answer phones and take messages. A receptionist is usually the first person a potential client will interact with, so this individual needs to be very well rounded. Answering the phones in a swift and quick manner is crucial to ensuring that potential clients are provided with what they need. If a firm does not have a receptionist, there is much opportunity to lose out on new clients. ➡️Hiring an intake specialist is another position that is included in the intake process. This individual will know the process of the law firm in and out and will have some legal knowledge as well. They screen clients to ensure they are the right fit, refer clients to other firms when they are not and will set up consultations for attorneys. These two positions not only add value to a firm but allow attorneys to focus on the core work. Brett provides a few tips to help firms hire the right people. One great tip is to give potential candidates practical tests to see if they can not only handle the job but show off their skills and experience. For example, if you are hiring for an intake specialist role, do a quick role play scenario of a client screening call. This way, the candidate can show you in real time how they would handle that situation and what skills they would use to complete a successful call. Take a listen to learn more about who to hire and how to hire for a law firm! 6:30 Hiring an executive assistant 10:14 The fear that law firms have when hiring 11:27 The misconception of waiting to hire 13:23 The importance of hiring a full-time dedicated receptionist 20:23 Giving candidates a test Jim's Hack: Have quarterly meetings with each team member to have conversations on a variety of things. This really shows the effort made to keep tabs on employees and discuss important aspects of one’s career, whether it be goals or growth. These conversations also help with understanding what is and isn't working for a firm from the eyes of an employee. Brett’s Tip: Force yourself to take time off with your family. If you find you are more stressed when you return to work, that means you have more things to work on to address either your stress or your ways of working. Tyson’s Tip : Have reference checks for hiring new people. They provide additional information that help get the right people in the right roles. It does add a little more time to the hiring process, but it is really worth it in the end. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Brett: Website Facebook Company LinkedIn Linkedin…

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Harnessing ChatGPT's Potential with Meeting Notes 4:55

πριν 1 year4:55

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Are you looking for a better way to maximize meeting notes? In this episode, Tyson introduces the new segment, Max Law Tech Tips. He shares a valuable tech tip on optimizing meeting notes using ChatGPT. Many have used ChatGPT for writing content, whether it be essays or resumes. But, it can really help with elevating meeting notes, especially within the legal field. Tyson shares his experience in using the platform, more so on how it provides the opportunity to create a visual timeline of cases. Pasting content into ChatGPT can provide deeper explanations, potential follow up questions and suggestions on next steps. It takes on the role of a legal assistant who gives you quick advice on what to do next. Test it out for yourself! Take a listen! 00:24 Tysons journey to using Chat GPT 1:12 The various capabilities of Chat GPT 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Breaking the Email Addiction: Embracing Scheduled Checking for Mental Clarity 11:51

πριν 1 year11:51

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Do you struggle with constantly checking your email or phone notifications? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson discusses how constantly checking your emails can have a negative impact on productivity and mental well-being. Whether you work in an office or work for yourself, many people fall victim to constantly checking their emails. This might not be at the fault of an individual person. This can stem from a culture of needing to respond to messages and emails quickly. Tyson refers to a study that shows that a constant string of emails can keep employees in a state of high alert all the time and actually increase stress levels. It can be difficult to maintain focus when checking emails. If you are focusing on a task and you keep stopping to check an email, it will take more time to complete that task. It helps more to schedule time to check emails in blocks so you can complete all of your tasks for the day. Tyson provides a few tips on checking emails at specific times throughout the day. Choose times in the day that work for you or when you usually find there is some downtime. If you find yourself more focused in the morning, check emails after lunch. If you have a specific day where a majority of your meetings are in the afternoon, check your emails in the morning. Another tip is to communicate this schedule with clients. Let them know in your email signature that you check emails a few times a day so they know they might not get a response quickly. This way, you are able to maintain a level of consistency and efficiency in your day. Take a listen! 2:42 Discusses the challenges and costs of constantly checking emails 3:47 Discussion of how a study shows that constant emails increase stress levels 7:09 Provides pointers for transitioning to checking emails only at designated times 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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How to Win at Intake with Gary Falkowitz 20:11

πριν 1 year20:11

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Are you struggling in the intake process as a lawyer? Is your firm finding it hard to maintain clients? In this episode, attorney Gary Falkowitz shares his insights on how to win at intake. Gary works with law firms to patch up the holes that exist and make firms better. Intake involves the process of when a potential client connects with a law firm. There are many steps to ensure the intake process is top tier. 1 | Clients One of the many important things to consider when going through intake is understanding the mindset of a client. Living in a fast paced digital world, people want quick responses. If a firm wants a new client, that firm needs to be swift and respond as fast as possible. If not, the firm risks losing them to another law firm. Clients seeking legal representation are usually dealing with heavy things. Whether it be an injury, criminal case or a divorce, no one wants a lawyer. With that said, make sure you are showing compassion and speaking to them in plain language. Many cannot understand legal jargon! 2 | Training What makes intake a significant part of working with a client is the training process. It is important that those that work in a law firm are equipped with ongoing training to stay up to date on the intake process. Training can include how to respond to clients when they first reach out or how to run a successful intake call or meeting. Lawyers need to know how to make a decision on the fly, especially if a prospective client calls and wants a quick response. If the lawyer is up to date on the criteria, they should be able to know at that moment if the client can be represented. 3 | Follow Up Following up during the intake process is where some clients actually make a decision on a law firm. Most times, potential clients are submitting inquiries to multiple firms just waiting on the first response. If a client emails an inquiry question, respond once and then follow up again. Most times, clients are juggling a lot of different priorities and that inquiry fell off their radar. The follow up might just be the thing that reminds them and pulls them in. The best way to keep a client is having a strong transition. Once a client is signed, give them homework. Give them all the information they need to feel supported. Provide information materials about the firm, contact information for the team, what you as an attorney expect from them and vice versa. Managing expectations is key. You need to express what you need from them and they need to express what they as a client need from you. Take a listen to learn more about how to have a successful intake process! 2:09 Understanding the mindset of potential clients 3:53 The significance of training and ongoing education 9:27 Staff should be trained to make decisions 11:58 Law firms should continue following up 17:04 The importance of maintaining communication with clients 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Gary: Website…

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Perfectionism in Law Firm Owners: How to Break Free and Make Progress 26:59

πριν 1 year26:59

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Are you struggling with perfectionism in your career? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Jim and Tyson discuss the damaging effects of perfectionism on law firm owners. Perfectionism in the legal field can really hold people back in their career. It is a difficult hurdle to overcome because there are feelings of not being good enough. The constant need to be perfect can stop people from starting something new. It could be starting a new business venture, a new project or even a new relationship. The need to have everything go a specific way with no mistakes is something a lot of people struggle with and it can really hold people back from success. Many people get stuck in “prep mode” when having a goal to start something, due to perfectionism. For example, if someone wants to start a business in the social media field and spends months talking about the content they want to post or how they are going to market themselves, but have not taken any steps towards starting the business, no progress is ever made. Getting started is the most important thing when doing something new. So don’t fuss about the small stuff and get something on paper. When working towards something, it is important to think about this question: What did I accomplish today? Think about the small wins and celebrate that. At the end of the day, those small wins get you closer and closer to your goal. Worrying about every small detail and wanting to make it perfect will damage any chance you have in reaching your goal. Jim and Tyson speak to creating pattern interrupts to help with perfectionism. Pattern interrupts involve incorporating new things in your routine as a way to move away from repetitiveness. If you do the same thing everyday, it can aid in your perfectionism. Try going for a walk in between meetings or taking a call on your front porch. It is something to break up that task and maybe trick your brain into implementing it again. Perfectionism is a tough quality to overcome. But, with small changes and the right actions, you can break the habit in your daily life and become content with letting things be how they are! Take a listen. Jim's Hack: Show gratitude to people who have helped you, especially on LinkedIn. It is a good tool to keep in your backpocket. Tyson's Tip: T ry out a cold plunge as it has many benefits such as boosting energy. 2:53 Jim and Tyson discuss how perfectionism holds law firm owners back. 5:24 Jim and Tyson share their own struggles with perfectionism. 13:20 Importance of celebrating small wins. 14:32 The importance of taking action. 16:15 The value of incorporating pattern interrupts into routines. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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From Capacity to Capability: Making the Call to Add a Seat on the Bus 12:03

πριν 2 years12:03

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Are you unsure if it is time to hire someone new for your business? In this podcast, Tyson discusses the timelines of adding a new face to the team as well as the financial aspects of hiring. He touches on the difference between capacity versus capabilities when hiring and how to make good hiring decisions. The difference between capacity and capability is crucial to knowing when it is time to bring somebody onboard. Capacity is about the numbers. How many people do you have currently and how many tasks are getting completed? Capability is about leveraging the right skills and innovation to grow your business. Focus on hiring someone who will be an asset and will give you the leverage needed to be a better company. For many the question is this: When do I know it is time to hire someone new? You need to look at overcapacity and if your team is overworked and staff are stretched too thin. Another important thing is if someone is “wearing too many hats'' and multitasking regularly. The last thing is opportunity cost, which for some might be losing out on clients because you don't have enough team members to take them on. It is one thing to know more people are needed on a team, but it is another thing to be able to afford it. It is important to know if a company is in the right spot financially to hire someone new. Considering if a person being hired will bring the company revenue is significant as well. Aside from the cost of hiring, culture fit is another consideration. Warren Buffett says to consider 3 things when hiring someone: integrity, intelligence and energy. Focus on these aspects of someone’s overall character and mindset to ensure they are going to succeed in a company. Use these tips to ensure you get the right people for the job! Take a listen. 3:41 Discusses the signs of overcapacity 6:05 Discusses the cost of hiring 9:56 Discusses the importance of a streamlined onboarding process 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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The HR Process with Adela Zepcan 17:54

πριν 2 years17:54

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Do you want to know how to grow a company to include the best people possible? In this episode, Adela Zepcan, the Director of People and Culture at a law firm, shares her insights on running a law firm effectively. Living in a post-COVID world, many companies are struggling with employee retention and high turnover. This has been due to people quitting their jobs to pursue their passions or people leaving for opportunities for more remote work. Working in HR means you are selling your culture and company to prospective employees. You are bringing everything to the table including the company’s values, missions and what they can offer someone. It is important to use your resources to find candidates whether it be using your connections or investing in trusted job sites. It is important to create a cheat sheet when going through the process. Keep interview questions clear and to the point to get the best possible answers and make sure the questions match the job descriptions. When you are in the process of hiring, you need to ensure it is quick as many candidates don’t wait and will grab the first option they are given. During the onboarding process, get your team members involved to assist in giving new employees the best experience. Make sure details like assets and accounts are set up in time and training or manuals are ready to go. If these aspects of onboarding are not prioritized, new employees can feel that companies don't value them or their time. An employee stays with a company for an average of 2.8 years. When someone is leaving, it is crucial employees leave on a good note. Make sure to thank them for their time with the company, celebrate their accomplishments and wish them well on their new venture. Ultimately, HR is all about people. It is all about how to attract, retain and grow your company. Take a listen! 2:18 The importance of tailoring job descriptions and investing in the right job posting platforms 4:22 Tips on pre-screening resumes and conducting phone screenings to identify top candidates 8:23 Don't miss out on good candidates 9:10 When reviewing resumes, consider candidates who may not have direct experience but have relevant skills or experiences. Ask behavioral questions that relate to the job 16:02 Tips on how to end an employee's service on a positive note, including thanking them, distributing work, and removing their presence from systems 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Boost Efficiency in Your Law Firm with Workflows with Melanie Leonard 33:33

πριν 2 years33:33

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Are you trying to improve processes within your company? In this episode, Jim and Tyson interview Melanie Leonard, an attorney and expert in legal practice management software. She is also one of the first certified consultants in Clio. They discuss the adoption of technology among lawyers, in which Melanie gives lawyers a low grade. Many law firms are behind the times and don't have a well thought out process that will serve law firms well. Melanie speaks to how creating workflows will lead to more efficiency and productivity in a firm. Workflows are simply just steps that people use to accomplish a task. But, not having one or not having a defined one can lead to many challenges. Many companies do not have defined workflows because no one naturally thinks in systems. No one is going to add something that is obvious to a workflow. But, every step needs to be documented to ensure nothing is missed and the process is the same for everyone. When creating a workflow, don't assume people know the common sense of it. Add as much detail in there so whether someone is new to the company or a veteran, they will be able to accomplish the task. In a law firm setting, it is best to create workflows for routine parts of the job like client intake or billing. They can even be applied to legal work that seems unique or that changes from case to case. Melanie says that creating workflows for things like filing a complaint or a motion can connect together to ultimately create a system. Many lawyers truly underestimate how workflows can help them in their practice. Because many lawyers use the same process for different tasks, it makes way more sense to focus on creating that system. The truth is no one wants to recreate the wheel. Take a listen if you want to use workflows to elevate your firm! Jim's Hack: For those who want to create more content, listen to Gary Vaynerchuk to get more inspired on distributing and repurposing content. Melanie’s Tip: Open up whatever project management software you are using and find the workflow feature to document steps in the process of a project. This feature allows for people to be alerted to when it is their turn to work on the next step. Tyson's Tip: Make sure you get your quarterly meeting scheduled to talk about planning for 2024. 2:25 The overall adoption of technology by lawyers and gives a grade to their progress 8:31 Workflows! and the significance of having clear and documented procedures in law firms 10:58 The process of building workflows, starting with cover letters and tracking everything in the packet, and the importance of taking an organized approach 21:26 Advice on starting with workflows for the intake and sales process, followed by billing, and then focusing on substantive legal work 29:25 Advice to use the workflow feature in practice management software to document processes and alert team members about their tasks 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Melanie: Website Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter…

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Cultivating Success: The Influence of Your Inner Circle on Goal Attainment 11:02

πριν 2 years11:02

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In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, host Tyson Mutrux explores the powerful influence of personal networks on goal setting and achievement. Drawing on scientific studies and personal anecdotes, Tyson emphasizes the impact that our connections have on our behavior, habits, and overall success. He encourages listeners to intentionally curate their inner circle, surrounding themselves with supportive and inspiring individuals. Tyson provides practical steps for evaluating and refining personal networks, including conducting a "five person audit." 00:25 The influence of personal connections on behavior, habits, and goal attainment, citing scientific studies and examples 06:34 The importance of evaluating and removing relationships that hinder progress and prevent achievement 08:44 Intentionally surrounding oneself with supportive and inspiring individuals for personal and professional growth 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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The OI90 Formula: A Massive Time Hack for Lawyers with Brett Trembly 21:52

πριν 2 years21:52

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In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, guest speaker Brett Trembly shares valuable insights on time management and productivity for lawyers. He introduces the OI90 formula, a three-step business system consisting of office hours, an issue matrix, and a 90-minute weekly team meeting. Brett shares the importance of protecting one's time and focusing on high-value tasks. He suggests implementing office hours for both team members and clients to minimize interruptions. Additionally, he suggests using software tools to streamline operations. Brett's practical tips and strategies provide actionable steps for lawyers to improve efficiency and success in their practices. 00:40 Introducing the OI90 formula and how it has been life-changing 3:00 The challenges of running a one-man show 8:43 The importance of spending time on high-value tasks 12:15 A three-step business system that includes office hours, issue matrix, and 90-minute weekly team meetings 15:58 Setting office hours to minimize interruptions and increase productivity 17:08 Determining when interruptions are allowed based on specific criteria 18:01 Running productive 90-minute weekly meetings to address issues and push the business forward 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Brett: Website Facebook Company LinkedIn LinkedIn…

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6 Valuable Ways to Maximize Your Work Week 27:01

πριν 2 years27:01

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Are you looking for ways to maximize your work week and have a more productive mindset at work? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim and Tyson discuss the most valuable parts of their work week. Both speak to 3 things they do each week to help with productivity. For individuals who own their own company, it is important to spend some time at the beginning of your week going over your priorities and to-dos. Jim talks about how spending 15 minutes with his personal assistant each week allows him to know who he needs to connect with, what meetings he has and go through his emails. Having that support allows you to delegate your tasks to other people so you can take some of that workload off of you. Physical and mental health is so important to ensure you have a good work week. Both Tyson and Jim speak to the importance of prioritizing self care before they start the day, which helps get them focused and in the right mindset. Whether it be working out first thing in the morning or having a standing massage session in the middle of the week, these self care moments allow for you to recharge and refocus to continue your day. Having weekly leadership team meetings is a huge part of not only having a successful company, but ensuring members of your team are on the same page and working well. Think of these meetings like a football team huddle, where you get in, figure out your game plan and “break” to get back to business. It allows for everyone to understand the goals for the week and speak to any wins or challenges. For those in the legal field, mastermind sessions are a great way to network and learn from others. It is a chance to share your struggles with other law firm owners who will advise you on how to work through them. Implement some of these strategies into your work week to achieve more productivity! Take a listen! 2:42 Jim discusses the importance of spending 15 minutes each day with his personal assistant to delegate tasks and clear out his calendar and email inbox. 4:16 Tyson talks about the significance of his daily workouts in helping him stay focused and release extra energy, as well as the added benefits of cold plunges. 8:53 Tyson highlights the value of the L10 meeting, a weekly leadership meeting where the firm's leadership team comes together to address issues, align goals, and move the firm forward. 11:35 Speaker 2 emphasizes the need to take time to rest and relax in order to have a clear mind and come up with innovative ideas. 13:51 Speaker 3 explains what a mastermind is and how it involves sharing goals, wisdom, and problem-solving among law firm owners. Jim’s Hack: In every conversation you have you are being presented with content ideas. Notice, pay attention and write it down! Tyson’s Tip: Grab the YouTube Transcript Extractor Chrome Extension! 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here .…

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Mastering the Top 3: How to Set and Execute Your Most Impactful Goals 10:15

πριν 2 years10:15

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Do you have a habit that affects your daily productivity and performance? In this episode, Tyson discusses the approach to getting things done by focusing on the top three tasks for the day. It is perfect for those who have busy work days and need to keep their heads down with no distractions. Tyson suggests writing down the top three most important tasks each day, focusing on those that will have the greatest impact on your goals. But why only three goals? Why not five or ten? Having a long list of daily tasks means all of them are not important. This approach is about finding the balance and narrowing down your priorities to a select few. Think about your long term goals and what daily actions will lead you to achieving them. For those in the legal field who want to grow their firm, tasks might be reaching out to referral partners or working on a high profile case. It is all about figuring out your vision and then tying critical goals to it. Create space in your day to focus on these important tasks. One great way is to knock them out at the beginning of your day. Block time in your calendar and mute your emails and notifications so you are not distracted. That way they are complete and you can go about your day doing other things. Achieving your goals through focusing on 3 tasks is a mindset that will only lead to greater success. This approach will create momentum and boost productivity. Take a listen! 1:15 Tyson discusses the concept of focusing on the top three tasks for the day and how it can significantly impact productivity and performance. 5:15 Tyson explains the importance of executing the top three tasks and how it sets you up for a successful day and boosts productivity. 07:07 Tyson discusses common mistakes in choosing tasks and emphasizes that mastering the top three tasks is not just a productivity hack, but a mindset of knowing what matters most. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/nY0-nM6H6XI…

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You're Just a Highly Paid Bookkeeper with Adam Rossen 23:21

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Are you looking for growth in your business? Did the pandemic cause a slow down? In this episode, Adam Rossen shared his experience in growing a law firm. He speaks to how the pandemic caused a decrease in business, but how adopting a few new habits and new ways of working, turned his business into a success again. In order to get his business back to how it was pre-pandemic, Adam double downed on marketing his business. He focused on internet marketing projects and revamping his website. When you run your own business, wearing too many hats can be an issue. It can even lead to you becoming overwhelmed and burnt out. Adam mentions how during his quest to make his business successful again, he was doing all the bookkeeping and office management for the business. This took him away from the real work. From this, Adam speaks on learning how to delegate tasks, hire the right people and hold yourself accountable. When searching for new people to join a business, it is crucial to develop a streamlined hiring process. It's important to be smart in your hiring. Don't overanalyze everything but focus on those who are the right fit for your company. Forecasting can be a helpful way to predict what your business will look like in a few months or years. If your business is set to grow, it could be an indicator you will need to hire people to support that growth. Being proactive is a great way to get ahead. A mix of the right team and hard work will lead to increased success and revenue. Every challenge is a new opportunity to grow and learn! Listen in. 2:11 Significant law firm growth 9:17 The experience with the hiring process and how they streamline it 10:09 The importance of taking action in business decisions, but also being smart and not getting caught up in chasing new ideas without careful consideration 13:09 The process of letting go of control in various aspects of their business, such as bookkeeping and office management, in order to grow and scale their firm 19:34 The goal of becoming a data-driven firm and the need for another lawyer 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Links mentioned Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time by Brian Tracy…

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Streamline Your Legal Research with Nicole Clark 33:35

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With court data difficult to access, Nicole Clark created Trellis. In this episode, Jim and Tyson interview Nicole, the CEO and co-founder of Trellis Research, an innovative legal analytics platform. Nicole shares her background as a business litigation and labor and employment attorney, who after dealing with the challenging task of accessing state court data, created Trellis. The best thing about Trellis is that it leverages technology that helps lawyers gain a competitive advantage in the courtroom and help win their cases. Law firms who use this platform use it for a variety of things, such as judge and opposing counsel research, writing motions and learning about other cases. As CEO, Nicole speaks to the importance of evolving in any industry, especially one as complex as the legal field. Building something new is full of ups and downs and trying to figure out how to do something is challenging. Most people do not tackle an issue simply because it’s too hard. But, Nicole speaks to thinking strategically and working with others to push through challenges. In a world where AI has become so popular, Trellis has a data set that can assist lawyers when they are stumped and don’t know where to start. Are you writing a motion on an unfamiliar topic? Trellis can pull up a few similar motions so you can use them as a template to begin writing. With this, the platform fills in the legal gaps and gives lawyers the confidence to practice! Attorneys can decide for themselves if Trellis is right for their firm. With Trellis Research, you never have to go to a confusing county court website again for legal support! Take a listen. Jim’s Hack: Book revisiting: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey — so many great lessons in there, especially for law firm owners. https://amzn.to/3KH85XH Nicole Tip: Podcast listen: It's called “ the Knowledge Project ” with Shane Parish. Tyson’s Tip: Do a 1:1 check ins with leadership team members for 15 mins a month. 3:22 Nicole explains how her frustration with the lack of access to state court data led her to create Trellis Research, a legal analytics platform that provides litigators with strategic legal intelligence and judicial analytics. 8:49 Nicole talks about the monumental task of collecting and structuring data from different counties, including the antiquated system in Cook County, and how Trellis Research tackles this challenge. 18:13 Exploration of how Trellis Research's unique data set can be incorporated into AI technology and improve legal research and writing. 21:06 Discussion about the analytics available on Trellis Research, including active cases, average case length, motion granted rate, verdict plaintiff versus defendant, and the potential impact of other companies buying similar platforms. 25:05 Discussion about how Trellis Research provides value to attorneys, particularly small firms, by offering access to court of appeals case law, helping with research, and providing a platform for efficient and fast work. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Nicole at Trellis: Website Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Instagram YouTube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Unlocking Your Inner Drive: Unraveling the Dynamics of Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation 7:28

πριν 2 years7:28

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Ever stop to consider the inward and outward motivation it takes to run a law firm? Tyson shares his insights on the importance of enjoying the journey and not just the destination, which helped him become successful in owning a law firm. It is important to shift the perspective towards achieving pleasure from the effort you put into your work, especially living in a world that focuses on rewards. Sometimes these external rewards (like money) can take the joy out of an activity. In the legal field, the effort you put into the work - whether it be the research or crafting the argument is just as valuable as winning the case. Ultimately, you want to grow in your career and unlock your full potential. Look beyond rewards and embrace the joy because life is all about balance! Definitely a must listen! 00:25 The concepts of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in the context of running a law firm 02:23 The idea of finding pleasure in the effort and journey of practicing law, rather than solely focusing on external rewards 04:57 Tyson challenges listeners to look beyond external rewards and embrace the intrinsic joys of the legal profession to unlock their true potential 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer YouTube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How To Run Your Law Firm Under 25 Hours Per Week with Darcel Lobo 17:45

πριν 2 years17:45

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In this podcast episode, guest speaker Darcel Lobo shares her insights on how to effectively run a law firm in under 25 hours per week. She stresses the importance of gaining control over one's time and shares her own strategies for achieving work-life balance. Darcel discusses the importance of delegating tasks that are not the best use of your time and setting boundaries with staff, clients, and family. She also suggests easy wins like managing email notifications and sticking to a set schedule. Overall, Darcel's approach offers valuable tips for lawyers to become more efficient and reclaim control over their time. 00:40 Darcel strategies for running a law firm in under 25 hours per week 03:03 How she plans her workweek, including non-negotiable time off on Fridays 07:47 The benefits of transitioning her practice to flat fees 10:46 The importance of setting boundaries with staff, clients, and family 12:50 The need to respect the boundaries you set for yourself, such as work hours and client selection, to maintain work-life balance 14:34 Provides tips on managing email and phone calls to minimize distractions 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Darcel: Website Free “Work Less Guide” Instagram Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Resilience in the Face of Challenges with Rob Schenk 24:40

πριν 2 years24:40

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Going from shiny object to support and success, guild member and lawyer specializing in nursing home litigation Rob Schenk's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. In this episode, Rob shares his career journey, from working at an international business firm to starting his own firm and eventually focusing solely on nursing home cases. Rob has navigated the legal field with a relentless solution-focused mindset that hasn’t always been there. His decision to specialize in nursing home litigation was driven by a desire to work on a meaningful cause, and he's been making a difference ever since. There are the challenges he faced and how he overcame — including specializing in a niche area of law. Listen in to hear: ➡️ The Power of Specialization ➡️ Overcoming Challenges ➡️ The Importance of Mindset ➡️ Efficient Systems ➡️ The Power of Networking I invite you to listen to the full episode to dive deeper into these topics and gain more insights from our conversation with Rob. Jim's Hack: Take a gratitude tour, for reconnecting with people in the past and expressing appreciation for their guidance. "Be Quick But Don't Hurry" Rob's Hack: Have a commonplace book, a small book to jot down notes and synthesize learnings from books. Tyson's Tip: Implementing office hours to reduce stress and improve communication within the firm. Taken from the book "The World of That Email" by Cal Newport and you don’t get messages all day. 01:05 Meet Rob, as he shares his decision to focus on nursing home litigation only 02:47 From working at an international business firm to starting his own firm, and the eventual dissolution of his partnership 07:18 Starting over after the dissolution of his partnership and the challenges and opportunities that come with it 09:23 The initial struggles with negative mindset, anxiety, and financial difficulties 10:52 Managing cases and tasks efficiently without automated processes 14:31 Overcoming self-doubt and the importance of perseverance 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Rob: Website Podcast Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Executive Assistant Advantage: Amplifying Your Effectiveness and Efficiency 8:42

πριν 2 years8:42

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An executive assistant is not just someone who handles scheduling or fielding calls, but they are a right-hand person who helps manage tasks, time, and the overall business for the law firm owner. In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, host Tyson Mutrux discusses the role and value of an executive assistant for law firm owners. Tyson believes that having the right executive assistant can enhance a law firm owner's effectiveness by delegating higher-level tasks and operational efficiency. In this episode Tyson gives his best advice on hiring someone with a proven track record of taking action, empowering the assistant to manage the owner's schedule, and utilizing them as a filter and gatekeeper for questions and issues. 00:25 The importance of an executive assistant for law firm owners and how they can enhance productivity and focus on strategic tasks 02:31 Hiring advice for an executive assistant 07:29 Shares success stories of law firm owners who have seen significant improvements in their effectiveness by having an executive assistant 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Mindfulness: A Lawyer's Greatest Tool with Gwin Stewart 26:46

πριν 2 years26:46

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Looking for a powerful tool to enhance your lawyering skills? Join us as we explore the concept of mindfulness with Gwin Stewart in this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast! 🎙️In this episode, Gwin delivers her MaxLawCon22 presentation on mindfulness as a lawyer's greatest tool. Gwin introduces the concept of mindfulness, leaning into the importance of being present, accepting reality, and maintaining focus. Gwin discusses the three aspects of the mind: ✨ activity ✨ stillness ✨ awareness — but don’t forget the need for balance! Gwin also deep dives into the drawbacks of mind less ness as well as practical tips on how to keep incorporating mindfulness into daily life. Including an impromptu test and see how to practice mindfulness through an exercise that you can do right now! 02:31 The three aspects of the mind: activity, stillness, and awareness, and how they contribute to our overall well-being 06:26 The negative effects of mind less ness 11:58 Learn how to practice mindfulness by focusing on your breath and noticing your thoughts and feelings, which can lead to relaxation, calmness, and improved focus. 16:14 What to expect at first 21:47 10 minutes a day 25:05 Benefits: Mindfulness practice requires courage to face and accept the things we don't like, broadens our perspective, and provides correct data points 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Gwin: Website Linkedin Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Sharing Knowledge and Building a Strong Legal Community with John Day 26:28

πριν 2 years26:28

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In this podcast episode, Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux are joined by John Day, a successful plaintiff's attorney from Nashville, Tennessee. John share’s his journey in building his firm and shares best advice on starting and growing his own law firm. It's intriguing to see how much the landscape has changed over the past few decades. John also talks about his experience practicing law remotely while spending time in Madrid, emphasizing the importance of trust and communication offering tips and tricks for lawyers to succeed. Jim’s Hack: Read the book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey John’s Tip: Consider speaking and writing to fellow lawyers - A rising tide lifts all boats. Tyson’s Tip: Write something down in a daily gratitude journal 00:40 Meet John Day 02:01 Mindset and reasons for starting a firm 05:30 Advice on growing a law firm 12:35 Running a law firm remotely from Madrid, Spain 19:15 Remote work and international collaboration 21:08 The process of moving to Madrid 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/sWpt2FE3DZ0 Connect with John: Website Facebook Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Huddle Up: Mastering Effective Team Meetings 10:08

πριν 2 years10:08

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What about a simple but essential asset that can skyrocket your firm's growth?! In this podcast episode, Tyson discusses the concept of the daily huddle and its benefits for law firms. He shares the three main components of an effective daily huddle: "What's up," "Daily metrics," and "Roadblocks." Emphasizing the importance of keeping the huddles brief, consistent, and action-oriented. Daily huddles can have a transformative impact on firms, regardless of their size. Try this quick connection point meeting idea, to save your firm a bunch of time. 00:22 Implementing a daily huddle in law firms for effective communication and alignment. 02:50 The three main components of an effective huddle: what's up, daily metrics, and roadblocks. 04:29 Tips for making daily huddles efficient and productive, emphasizing the importance of keeping it brief, consistent, and action-oriented 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Running a Company Ain’t Always Fun with Ty Shepherd 15:59

πριν 2 years15:59

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Let’s talk about what NOT to do when building your law firm because there are impactful lessons that can be learnt from failures, even more so than from sharing all the wins. That’s what MaxLawCon22 presenter Ty Shepherd who shares how to run your company with the wisdom of being prepared and the lessons learned from failures that he's seen while running his corporate bankruptcy firm. Some lessons that Ty shares: Learn from recessions Have a strong team to avoid blind spots Warns against excessive debt accumulation Embrace failure as a learning opportunity Ty firmly believes that failures are not the end, but rather opportunities for learning and growth. It’s important to share your mistakes and learn and grow from each other. 02:02 Lessons learned from clients about how recessions can be opportunities for strong firms to gain market share 04:41 When working well with team goes sideways 06:27 Debt in service-based businesses 09:16 Bankruptcy and failure can be opportunities for growth and learning 11:37 Top tip for finances and the business owner 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Ty: Website LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Reflecting on Seven Years of Maximum Lawyer 21:47

πριν 2 years21:47

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In this podcast episode, Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux reflect on the seven-year journey of the Maximum Lawyer podcast. They discuss the evolution of the podcast, their early tips and hacks, and the impact of vulnerability and authenticity on their success. They highlight their favorite episodes and the therapeutic nature of the podcast. As well as emphasizing the importance of collective wisdom through their past guest, talking to each other and the Guild! 01:55 The impressive milestone! 03:33 First guest and the strategy behind guests 06:54 Favorite episodes 08:31 Limitless mindset 13:13 What the podcast has done for Jim and Tyson Jim’s Hack: Read the book: “ Crucial Conversations : tools for talking when the stakes are high” by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler, Emily Gregory Tyson Muturx: Use Joe Rogan advice: about finding something positive to say about others, even in difficult situations. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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From Chaos to Clarity: The Art of Putting Things on the Calendar 11:34

πριν 2 years11:34

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Tackling the storm of emails, phone calls, and meetings? What if we could navigate the chaos and take control of your time instead of being controlled by your crazy calendar?! In this episode, Tyson discusses the art of putting things on your calendar and shares the effective process his executive assistant, Elizabeth, has developed. He shares his four top techniques and the importance of managing time. (and how having an assistant can be beneficial in this regard) Tyson also mentions how to review and adjust the calendar daily to ensure tasks are completed efficiently, as well. Listen in! 01:10 Managing time effectively. 03:39 Prioritization techniques 06:03 Time management techniques. 09:01 Improved client satisfaction and growth. Would you like a copy of Tyson's Executive Assistant's best calendar management tips? Text Calendar to +1 (314) 501-9260 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/8i0p6Uib9EI Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Choose the Right Software for Your Law Firm with Andrew Legrand 21:38

πριν 2 years21:38

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What software is the best? Which credit card processor is the best? Which scheduling tool is the best? How are you managing projects? How does THIS software compare to THAT software? And it's not just the best either. It's “What’s the best for our law firm?” Today we are joined by MaxLawCon22 speaker - Andrew Legrand - where he shares his process for choosing the “right” software. From researching the different pricing tiers to tracking all that you are researching, to tracking the expense of time and management from your team. All this and more Andrew teaches in this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast. Listen in! 01:18 The hidden costs of software, such as training, switching costs, and lost production time 04:22 A simple tool, for objectively evaluating different software options 08:58 The process of evaluating different software options 16:45 The importance of evaluating software features before switching 18:33 Brainstorming and evaluating project management software options to find the right fit for a firm's needs 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Andrew: Website YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Being Hyper Efficient with John Fritz 21:21

πριν 2 years21:21

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Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and resilience has resulted in John Fritz niching down to focus entirely on probate law. The decision came after realizing the importance of specializing in one area. It's reduced stress and allows for scalable growth. Sometimes, it's about focusing your energy in one direction to truly make an impact. John has consistently looked for ways to optimize and enhance efficiency in his law firm. And while he’s encountered all the trials and errors from building out his own systems, he has succeeded in streamlining his operations. Adopting a “never-give-up” mindset has resulted in innovative systems and processes. Embrace the problem-solving spirit and become hyper efficient. Listen in on this episode where Jim and Tyson interview John all about his story. 02:07 Meet John Fritz 05:43 The passion for creating efficient systems and processes 10:36 Narrowing down your law firm's focus 19:01 Using automation tools to save time and streamline document processes Jim’s Hack: Spend some time this week thinking and planning your marketing around, NOT your direct consumer but the people who know those people. John’s Tip: Make a list of all the documents that you are creating from scratch in any given case, whether it's letters to clients, or forms you're filling out … make a master list of all the documents in that case and then see what data is going into each document. Can you consider adding some sort of document automation system onto these documents so it can spread the data across all your documents. Tyson’s Tips: Try the Wonder Woman pose (called the Power Pose) to get motivated, reduce cortisol and increase testosterone. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with John: Website Linkedin Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Bite-Sized Solutions for Law Firm Success 3:03

πριν 2 years3:03

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In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, host Tyson Mutrux introduces a new series of Saturday episodes aimed at helping law firms succeed. These episodes will provide concise and actionable content to help firm owners navigate challenges such as AI, automation, and content creation. Expect practical advice that can be implemented immediately, leading to tangible results. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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What Kind of Mickey Mouse Operation is This? 20:30

πριν 2 years20:30

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Walt Disney, the visionary behind Disney World, had to keep his plans a secret to acquire the necessary land. This story serves as a reminder of the importance of dreaming beyond our current realities, believing in our values, daring to make a difference, and taking action. Disney's meticulous operational practices are a testament to their commitment to excellence. From nightly touch-up painting to replacing trees and shrubs, and even strategically placing trash cans every 30 feet, Disney leaves no stone unturned in maintaining its magical aura. What about taking some of the best practices from Disney World and using it for our law firms? What would that look like? Creating a welcoming physical space for clients, considering factors like parking, accessibility, and physical comfort. What about understanding clients as individuals and showing genuine care and interest in their lives? This and more is what Tyson talks about in this MaxLawCon22 presentation episode. 01:23 Walt Disney's four keys to success: dream beyond today's realities, believe in sound values, dare to make a difference, and go out and do the work 03:57 Disney's meticulous operational practices, including nightly touch-up paint, replacing trees and shrubs, and maintaining cleanliness with trash cans every 30ft 06:04 Creating a sense of belonging and comfort for clients, similar to the feeling of being at home at Disney World 10:54 The importance of involving clients and allowing them to play an active role in their cases 17:20 The importance of recognizing and rewarding clients for their wins and staying in communication with them 19:18 Creating a unique and special experience for clients, emphasizing a sense of belonging and identity 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Finding the Best Fit for Your Firm 28:21

πριν 2 years28:21

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Have you ever been frustrated with the traditional hiring process? Where gut feelings and limited information resulted in a measly 50% accuracy hire rate? What if we walked you step-by-step through a better way - that is not our own - But it’s based on the book called "Topgrading" by Bradford D. Smart, which dives even deeper into this topic. In this podcast episode, Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux invite Kristen Weiss (from Tyson’s team) to discuss hiring practices and the top grading principles. Kristen shares her experience as a recruiter and the frustrations she faced before implementing the top grading process. A few key takeaways are: ➡️ the importance of involving multiple people in the hiring process ➡️the importance of not rushing the process as hiring in haste can lead to wasted time, money, and resources ➡️automated emails that outline the steps and expectations ➡️ recruiting mentally tough individuals who were fully committed to the firm ➡️the hiring process. And the best part? It works! So, if you're tired of making hiring mistakes and want to find the perfect fit for your team, we highly recommend giving this episode a listen and “see” the Topgrading hiring principles in action. Don’t forget to grab the book here ! 1:06 Kristen’s past experience as a recruiter and the frustrations she faced with hiring practices before implementing the top grading process 05:18 The importance of getting multiple perspectives in the hiring process and not relying solely on one person's judgment 10:19 How to address potential employees' questions about the slower hiring process 18:47 The hiring process, step-by-step, including the use of applications and telephone interviews to filter candidates 19:23 The detailed assessment that candidates receive after a 15-minute conversation, which tests their competency, attention to detail, and ability to follow instructions 20:27 After the video interview, candidates who move on to the next round undergo a mental toughness screening, which assesses their reactions in different situations 21:22 The unique approach of setting up appointments with past employers for reference checks to ensure they only speak about A-player candidates 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Design Principles that Convert with Brendan Ruane 18:48

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Are you overwhelmed by the amount of information bombarding you every day? In this episode, Brendan Ruane shares valuable design principles that can help you cut through the noise and convert potential clients. From keeping language simple to following familiar website design conventions, Brendan's insights will revolutionize your approach to marketing. Discover how to optimize your website navigation, highlight important elements, and leverage the power of social proof. Tune in now and take your legal career to new heights! 02:13 The importance of simplifying websites and marketing materials to avoid overwhelming users and cluttering up information 04:00 Design principles that convert: Jacob's Law and familiarity in website design 09:05 Whittle down information to give users what they need to make decisions and take actions 14:02 Focus on the first two sections of your website as they receive the most attention from users 15:59 Use credible testimonials and videos from past clients to build trust and credibility with potential customers 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Brendan: Website Contact Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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From Briefcase to Boom with Scott Rose 26:14

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Are you ready to take your law firm to the next level? In this episode, Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux sit down with Scott Rose, owner of Rose Legal Services, to discuss his journey of starting his own firm and the valuable lessons he learned along the way. Scott shares how he overcame challenges during the Great Recession and found success in criminal defense. The most valuable lesson from this podcast? Scott realized that working more hours himself wasn't the key to growth. Instead, he focused on leveraging other people and implementing systems. He also emphasizes the importance of core values, unique selling points, and long-term goals for your firm. Tune in to learn more about Scott's strategies for growth and how you can apply them to your own practice. Don't miss out on this valuable insight from a successful entrepreneur in the legal field. 01:40 Meet Scott and hear his story starting with the challenges he faced during the Great Recession 03:16 Scott's transitioned to focusing exclusively on criminal defense 08:31 The impact of the Guilds mastermind group on Scott's growth and success 10:54 The importance of relying on other people and systems 16:49 Navigating the challenges of practicing criminal law in a changing landscape and strategies for growth Jim’s Hack: Read the book “ Automate Your Busywork: Do Less, Achieve More, and Save Your Brain for the Big Stuff " by Aytekin Tank Scott’s Tip: Read the book " The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right " by Atul Gawande Tyson’s Tip: Go through your tasks work flows and make them more efficient. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/O1V6ruPxqOM Connect with Scott: Website Linkedin Facebook Avvo Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Last Billable Hour with Steven McClelland 18:39

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As an attorney, you work hard to build your practice and serve your clients. But have you considered what would happen if something were to happen to you? This is where succession planning comes in. In today's episode, estate planning attorney Steven McClelland shared his insights on the importance of having a succession plan in place. Here are five reasons why every lawyer needs a succession plan: Protect Your Clients : If you were to become incapacitated or pass away, what would happen to your clients? A succession plan ensures that your clients' needs are taken care of and that their cases are transferred to another attorney who can provide them with the same level of service you did. Protect Your Employees : Your employees are an important part of your practice. A succession plan ensures that they are taken care of and that their jobs are secure in the event of your incapacity or death. Protect Your Family : A succession plan ensures that your family is taken care of and that your practice is passed down to them if that is your wish. Protect Your Reputation : Dumping all your files in a dumpster instead of properly disposing of them is not only unprofessional but can also damage your reputation. A succession plan ensures that your files are properly organized and that your reputation remains intact. Peace of Mind : Having a succession plan in place gives you peace of mind knowing that your practice will continue to thrive even if something were to happen to you. A succession plan is crucial for every lawyer. It ensures that your clients, employees, family, and reputation are protected and gives you peace of mind. So, take action today and create a succession plan that works for you and your practice. And be sure to check out the Maximum Lawyer podcast for more valuable insights and strategies to help you overcome challenges in your practice. 07:29 The importance of ending things properly. 09:22 72% of entrepreneurs do not have a succession plan 15:13 A checklist and key documents for succession planning, including a business power of attorney, agreement to close practice, and confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement. He offers to share these documents with listeners. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Steven: Website Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Starting From Zero Again and Again with Audra Doyle 27:51

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to start your own law firm? In this episode, guest Audra Doyle shares her journey from being an elementary music specialist to becoming an immigration lawyer and opening her own firm. Audra talks about the stress and high caseload at her previous job, but also the invaluable knowledge she gained from it. She also shares how she had to pivot during the pandemic to get more clients, including using social media platforms like TikTok — growing a massive following. Then losing her TikTok account … Audra shares her journey of losing her entire staff and starting over to build her team up again. But the most valuable lesson she shares is about mindset and staying focused on what is most important for the firm. No matter what happens. Audra shares how she manages to stay positive through exercise, living in the moment, and setting boundaries. Tune in to learn more about the importance of mindset and how it can help you achieve your goals, even when you need to hit the restart button, again. 02:13 Audra talks about her journey from 2007 to 2019 when she opened up her firm 06:48 The stress and high caseload at the immigration firm, but also the invaluable knowledge Audra gained from it 12:95 Audra talks about her experience with posting on TikTok, losing her staff, and hiring new case managers instead of paralegals 18:46 Managing anxiety, including exercise and living in the moment, and the importance of setting boundaries 19:03 Audra shares her vision for her firm, including the goal of having a team that allows her to be the CEO and possibly hiring another attorney 20:27 Audra talks about the importance of mindset in running a law firm and how it affects the numbers Jim’s Hack: Make a button on the homepage of your cell phone to open Pipedrive and check your numbers. Check numbers once a day - the more you check the more you make. Audra’s Tip: Answer common client questions in pre-made FAQ videos so all you have to do when a client emails a question is send then an email template with a video that answers the question for you - saving you time! Tyson’s Tip: Read the book “ Deep Work : Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World” by Cal Newport https://amzn.to/3CHuKyy 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Audra: Website www.doylelawatl.com TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@doyleimmigrationlaw Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DoyleLawLLC/ Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/audra-doyle-705a44a/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Niche Your Way to Notoriety with Nicole Christie 16:34

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Are you struggling to attract clients to your law firm? Are you finding it hard to stand out in a sea of competitors? Nicole Christie, a lawyer and one of the speakers at the MaxLawCon 22. Nicole has some advice for you: niche down! Nicole shares her personal experience with starting her own law firm and struggling to be found on Google due to offering too many services. She emphasized the importance of niching down and becoming an expert in a specific area of law. Here are five benefits of niching down your law firm: Build a Strong Reputation : By focusing on a specific area of law, you can become known as an expert in that field. This can help build your reputation and make it easier for clients to find you. Gain Referrals : Word of mouth is a powerful marketing tool. When you become known for your expertise in a particular area of law, you are more likely to receive referrals from satisfied clients. Target Specific Groups : By narrowing down your area of practice, you can target specific groups of people who are more likely to need your services. For example, if you focus on immigration law, you can target immigrants and their families. Increase Sale s: When you become known as an expert in your field, you can charge higher rates for your services. This can lead to increased sales and revenue for your law firm. Build Confidence : When you are an expert in your field, you are more confident in your abilities. This can translate to better client relationships and a more successful law practice. Niching down your law firm can have a positive impact on your success. Don't be afraid to focus on what you are good at and become known as an expert in your field. Master one area of marketing at a time and consider speaking engagements and free conferences as a way to get your name out there. Happy niching! 00:38 Nicole, discusses the benefits of niching down in a law firm and shares her personal experience with finding her niche. She also provides examples of different niches within the legal field 09:04 Nicole discusses the benefits of finding a niche in the legal field and shares her personal experience 13:48 Tips on marketing a niche law firm, including leveraging social media, advertising to churches, and mastering one marketing strategy at a time 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Nicole: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Twitter Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Diversify, Adapt, and Thrive: Strategies for Building a Resilient Law Practice with Evelyn Ackah 27:38

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Evelyn Ackah, a successful immigration attorney from Canada, joins Tyson and Jim to share her experience and advice for attorneys looking to start their own niche practice. From starting her own firm to practicing law in two different countries, Evelyn has faced a variety of challenges and has come out on top. Here are some key takeaways: Be Agile : When starting her firm, Evelyn had to make quick adjustments due to adopting twins on her own. She started her firm in just three weeks and had to juggle her personal and professional life. She emphasizes the need to be agile and make adjustments and tweaks to improve the business rather than throwing everything away and starting over. Mindset Matters : Evelyn believes that mindset is critical in achieving success. She had to shift her mindset to overcome challenges in her business and become more optimistic. She encourages attorneys to adopt a mindset of an owner rather than an employee mindset. Diversify Your Services : While Evelyn has a successful niche practice in immigration law, she also recognizes the need to offer complementary services such as wills and employment law to her clients. She suggests adding additional service offerings rather than branching out into unrelated areas. Treat Your Practice Like Your Own Business : Evelyn encourages attorneys to build personal relationships with clients and own their files to develop a mindset of an owner rather than an employee. She also recommends taking advantage of the marketing and business development training provided by big firms to develop necessary skills for running a successful practice. Overall, Evelyn's experience and advice provide valuable insights for attorneys looking to start their own niche practice. Whether you are just starting out or looking to expand your services, Evelyn tips can help you achieve success. So take her advice and get started on your own journey today! Listen in! 01:03 Starting her own law firm and practicing immigration law in Canada and the US 04:26 How COVID-19 has affected her cross-border immigration law practice and how she had to diversify her practice to recover from the decline 08:28 Practicing law in two different countries and how she hires a US attorney for green card and permanent residency applications 10:18 The day-to-day work, including team meetings, consultations, and business development 17:04 The impact of COVID-19 on her business and discusses the importance of diversification in practice areas 18:25 The importance of offering complimentary services to clients, such as wills and employment law, to insulate her business from ups and downs 20:20 Advising big law associates to treat their practice like their own business, building personal relationships and owning their files, to prepare for going out on their own Jim’s Hack: Jim recommends the book " The First 90 Days " for a systematic approach to onboarding new employees beyond the first few days. Evelyn's Tip: Use restream to reach all the social media platforms. Tyson’s Tip: Recommends Steve.ai , a website that generates animated videos by plugging in a script with a free version. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Evelyn: Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Keep Your Star Players with Michael Urbina 21:04

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Are you struggling to keep your star players in your law firm? In today’s episode Michael Urbina emphasizes the importance of keeping your firm's star players by intentionally working through a few things with them. Such as: Building genuine relationships with employees to creating a positive work environment Working with your employees to see what makes them the most productive Finding out what motivates your star employees. What are their goals? What about involving employees in key decisions and providing them with a sense of control over their work-life balance? Firms could be open to alternative work arrangements, such as a four-day workweek or flexible hours, to accommodate their employees' needs. By doing so, employees feel like they are a part of the firm and are more likely to buy into its vision. If you're having trouble retaining your top talent, take a cue from Michael and start investing in your employees today! Listen to episode 524 of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast for more of a deep dive into this topic. 03:50 The importance of understanding what motivates your star players and how to compensate them beyond just salary 05:57 The importance of offering benefits to employees and how it can affect the perception of the firm 10:00 The importance of flexibility in the workplace, including working from home, alternative schedules, and instituting a four-day workweek 12:02 The importance of being honest and transparent with employees about the firm's goals and financial position 14:03 Valuing employees' opinions and creating a comfortable environment for them to feel like they can talk to their employer 17:39 Opening the books to everyone in the firm, from leadership to the newest employee, during an end-of-year retreat 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Michael: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube TikTok Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Email Management in Your Law Firm? 23:09

πριν 2 years23:09

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As a law firm, managing emails can be a daunting task. With multiple team members receiving and responding to emails, it's easy for information to get lost in someone's inbox. In this episode, Jim and Tyson discuss the challenges of email management and offer tips and tools to streamline the process. One of the ideas proposed was routing all emails through one person in the firm, similar to a receptionist. While this may help with team communication, it could also create a full-time job and raise scalability concerns. 06:49 What if you route all emails through one person in a law firm? 08:12 The problem of having one person responsible for emails and the benefits of using team inboxes 13:29 Tips on how to streamline emails, including setting up filters and reporting spam 16:03 The problems with routing emails through Filevine and the benefits of using Zoho Team Inbox for email management Jim’s Hack: Mindset shift: Don’t be too quick to jump out of a team. Exit teams slowly. Tyson’s Tip: The hosts also recommend the book " A World Without Email " by Cal Newport for more tips on improving email management. By finding ways to streamline email management, your law firm can avoid information silos and work more efficiently. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Improve Google's Local Search Rankings 18:28

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If you're a business owner, you know how important it is to rank high on Google's search results. But with the recent proximity update, things have changed in the local search world. In this episode, Seth Price shares his insights on how to navigate Google's proximity update and improve your local search rankings. According to Seth, the proximity update has rebalanced factors and made proximity to the searcher a significant factor in local search rankings. But don't worry, there are ways to counteract this update. One strategy is to diversify your risks by having multiple office locations. By doing this, you'll increase your chances of getting found in different areas and improve your local search rankings. Another strategy is to take advantage of new features in Google My Business profiles, such as posts and neighborhoods. By doing this, you can improve your rankings and get more visibility. However, Seth cautions that just because Google is doing something doesn't necessarily mean it will work. Seth emphasizes the importance of having an authoritative site and an office location to accelerate local search rankings. He also suggests focusing on signage and ensuring that the building you choose is not already saturated with competitors in your field. So, if you want to improve your local search rankings, make sure you listen to this episode and implement these strategies. 00:40 Google's proximity update and its impact on local search rankings 04:03 The local ranking factors that Google considers 07:12 The importance of having multiple office locations to counteract the effects of Google's proximity update 10:15 The importance of service areas in local search rankings and how they can help counteract the reduced radius from the home office 16:02 The impact of Google's proximity update on local search rankings and the importance of having satellite offices 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Seth: Website Twitter Facebook Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Building a Lucrative Niche Dental Practice with Ashely Smith 26:08

πριν 2 years26:08

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Have you ever considered building a niche law practice? Ashley did just that and has found great success in her niche dental law practice. Ashley's unique background as a former legal assistant turned attorney and touring musician has given her the confidence and skills to build relationships with clients and create great content for social media. Ashley's decision to pivot from litigation to a niche dental practice was driven by the pandemic and a desire to explore other areas of law. She took advantage of a regulatory sandbox in Utah and used social media and referrals to bring in clients. Ashley's workshops with dental lenders, brokers, and CPAs have also been successful in bringing in clients. Now, Ashley is looking to expand her dental practice around the country by hiring attorneys in other states to work as of counsel. Her niche dental law practice has been lucrative and has led to many referrals from lenders, brokers, and other professionals in the dental industry. If you're considering building a niche law practice, take a page out of Ashley's book and use social media and referrals to bring in clients. And don't forget to create great content that showcases your expertise and builds relationships with clients. 02:17 Working as a paralegal for 10 years before attending law school 05:28 Pivoting from litigation to a niche dental practice, including the challenges of working during the pandemic 08:15 Bringing in clients through social media and referrals 09:21 Niching into dental law practice 11:24 Utah's regulatory sandbox, which allows non-lawyer ownership in law firms and sharing of referral fees 18:29 Expanding her practice around the country by working with attorneys in other states 19:15 Struggling with creating content Jim’s Hack: Using Pip Deck cards to come up with story structure. Pipdeck.com Ashley’ s Tip: Email hack: Check your email 3 times a day for 30 mins each time. Tyson’s Tip: Bill.com for employee budgets - a credit card on steroids. getdivvy.com 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Ashley: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Core Values: The No BS version 20:47

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Are you looking to create a more cohesive and successful law firm? Ron Payne's presentation at MaxLawCon 2022 sheds light on the importance of core values in guiding the direction of a law firm and creating a positive work environment. Ron emphasizes that core values should be more than just words on a wall, but should be integrated into the hiring process and daily operations of the firm. He shares his own core values, which include honesty, respect, family first, teamwork, and lifelong learning. These values guide his hiring decisions and help him create a positive work environment. Ron also discusses how he uses core values in his job ads to attract candidates who align with his values. This has resulted in more qualified candidates and better hires for his firm. He also advises being selective with clients, only working with those who align with the firm's values and prioritize their family and children. Ron reminds listeners that core values are an ongoing process of learning, innovating, and striving to be better. By incorporating core values into a law firm's culture and operations, it can attract the right people to the team and create a more cohesive and successful firm. So, what are your core values? Consider identifying your "why" and defining the qualities and values you admire in your team, colleagues, and clients. Run these values by your leadership team and incorporate feedback, but do not compromise on who you are as a firm. Start the journey towards a more successful law firm today! 00:38 The importance of core values in law firms and how they can help improve the firm's direction 04:10 The process of choosing core values that match personality and where you want to be in three years 06:09 The importance of honesty and respect in the workplace and how it can affect the firm's success 10:35 How using firm's core values in job ads to attract qualified candidates who aligned with the firm's values 12:32 The importance of core values in law firms and how it affects the type of clients they take on 14:17 The importance of knowing your "why" and how it drives you to go to work every day 16:49 How to define core values by identifying the qualities and values you admire and what you don't want to work with 18:40 The importance of incorporating core values in law firms and how to share them with the team 19:18 How he conducts team evaluations based on the core values of his law firm 19:59 Suggests ways to market the core values of a law firm to stand out from competitors 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Ron: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Starting a Law Firm Right Out Of School: Challenges and Opportunities 26:32

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Starting a law firm right after law school can seem like a daunting task, but Kevin Cheney, a personal injury attorney from Denver, Colorado, shows us that it is possible to build a successful practice with the right mindset and skill sets. On the latest episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Kevin shares his journey of starting his own law firm and the challenges that came with it. Here are some takeaways from the episode: ➡️ Seek out mentors and have a high risk tolerance. Starting a law firm right after law school requires a lot of courage and risk-taking. Kevin emphasizes the importance of seeking out mentors who can guide you through the process and having a high risk tolerance to overcome challenges. ➡️ Be comfortable with asking for business. Getting clients is the hardest and most important thing any law firm does. Kevin advises being comfortable with asking for business and networking to build a client base. ➡️ Create a mission statement, vision statement, and core values for the firm. Kevin stresses the importance of involving all staff members in the process and constantly reevaluating the firm's mission, vision, and core values to ensure they reflect the firm's goals and values. ➡️ Plan for growth . Kevin recommends creating a 10-year plan, a 5-year plan, and a 1-year plan, with a focus on the 10-year plan as success and growth compound over time. He suggests considering factors such as the number of staff and employees, practice areas, and offices, as well as the role of the firm's leaders and their workload. ➡️ Invest in the personal growth of employees . Kevin recommends investing in the personal growth of employees through initiatives such as a book club to achieve growth and success. Listen in to this episode that provides valuable insights and tips for lawyers considering starting their own law firm right out of law school. 01:55 Starting a law firm 04:40 The challenges of building a personal injury law practice and the necessary funds to handle cases effectively 07:04 Should you open a law firm right after law school? 09:55 The process of shifting roles in a law firm, the importance of focusing on the business for growth 15:10 The importance of creating a mission statement, vision statement, and core values for a law firm 21:56 The thing that’s holding you back from growth Jim’s Hack: Light Comes Through: Buddhist Teachings on Awakening to Our Natural Intelligence by Dzigar Kongtrul Kevin’s Tip : Invest in the personal growth of your team through a monthly bookclub. Tyson’s Tip : Case Text : Meet your new AI legal assistant. Cocounsel does document review, legal research memos, deposition preparation, and contract analysis in minutes - with results you can trust. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Kevin: Website TikTok Instagram Facebook Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Zero to 1 (Million) with Devon Slovensky 20:04

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Are you a lawyer looking to build a million-dollar law firm? Devon Slovsky's presentation on "Zero to 1 Million" provides valuable insights and practical tips on how to grow your firm. In her talk, Devon emphasizes the importance of having the right mindset and overcoming fear to take risks. She encourages listeners to implement good standard practices and warns that the bootstrapping early success is not sustainable in the long term, so there is a shift needed to uplevel. Devon also stresses the importance of systematizing processes and improving management skills to serve a wider client base. She advises on two basic tools to build out early in your law firm: a chart of accounts and a firm budget. Having these tools in place, even for small firms, will be essential for future growth and making accurate projections. Moreover, Devon shares some surprising things that financially improved her business, including hiring a professional accountant and having organized books and financial records. She also encourages paying yourself a market wage and providing benefits like health insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance for your staff. So, if you're ready to take your law firm to the next level, take a cue from Devon and start implementing these valuable tips today. 03:54 The importance of being prepared to pay market prices when starting a law firm 06:09 The importance of paying yourself a market salary 07:43 Building a detailed budget and chart of accounts early on 10:53 Finding your firm's natural billing rhythm 14:12 Hiring an expensive professional accountant 15:07 Market wage and the mindset shift that came with it 15:50 Adding health insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance benefits for your staff 18:06 Starting with new clients to change their expectations 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Devon: Website Facebook Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Simplifying Your Business for Better Results with James Ashford 37:43

πριν 2 years37:43

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Are you struggling to grow your business? Do you find yourself getting stuck in negative thought patterns that hinder your progress? In this episode, entrepreneur and bestselling author James Ashford shares his insights on how to improve your mindset and achieve business success. Here are five tips inspired by his interview: ➡️ Have a dream and a goal that is beyond your means: According to James, having a big dream and a goal that seems impossible can push you to do better and achieve more. ➡️ Simplify your business: James suggests automating processes, outsourcing non-core tasks, and creating a culture of autonomy to help you focus on the key things that need to be done. ➡️ Focus on delivering exceptional experiences to your customers: By focusing on results rather than just delivering services, you can stand out from the competition and command higher fees. ➡️Let go of past negative experiences and surround yourself with positive influences: James emphasizes the importance of rewiring your core belief system to improve your results and achieve success. ➡️ Block out distractions and focus on the task at hand: To achieve big outcomes in short timeframes, James suggests ignoring everyone and being comfortable with being ignorant to people during times of absolute focus. By adopting these tips and focusing on improving your mindset, you can overcome challenges and achieve success in your business. So, what are you waiting for? Start implementing these tips today and see the results for yourself! 02:01 Meet James, successes and fails 07:08 When you do not have the right systems and people in place 07:47 When you spread resources too thinly 10:39 How a scarcity mindset can lead to undermining 11:35 The importance of simplifying a business 16:17 The challenges of running a professional services business 21:52 Helping firms increase their fees 24:50 The importance of working on your mindset Jim’s Hack : Pick an anthem of the day song to listen over and over to help you focus. James Tip : achieving big outcomes in short timeframes: ignoring everyone and blocking everything else out. Tyson Tip : book "Make Your Bed" by Admiral William McRaven, which offers tips on how small things can change your life and maybe the world. Speech at graduation of Texas on YouTube Books: Selling to Serve: Sell Your Accounting & Bookkeeping Services with Unshakeable Confidence for More Than You Thought Possible by James Ashford Untapped: Break Through the Fear & Grow Your Revenue from Existing Clients by James Ashford Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek Two Lengths of the Pool: Sometimes the simplest ideas have the greatest impact by Simon Hartley Implementing Value Pricing: A Radical Business Model for Professional Firms by Ronald J. Baker Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World by Admiral William H. McRaven 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with James: Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube GoProposal Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Driven, How I Ran My Companies From the Road with Jordan Ostroff 20:55

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If you're a law firm owner looking to create a firm that doesn't require your constant presence, take a page out of Jordan’s book and start implementing the strategies he talks about in this episode, today. This podcast episode is a presentation from MaxLawCon22 about running a law firm that doesn't require the owner's constant presence. Jordan, shares his experiences, processes, and strategies for creating a successful law firm that allows for remote work and delegation of tasks. He emphasizes the benefits of having more family time and empowering his team in his absence and also discusses the importance of: ➡️Creating standardized processes and procedures ➡️Delegating tasks to specific team members ➡️Implementing marketing strategies to grow the business. With hard work and dedication, you can achieve a work-life balance that allows you to focus on what matters most, all while growing your business and serving your clients to the best of your ability. Enjoy! 03:19 Taking a 14-Month road trip 04:46 Jordan describes his weekly schedule, including meetings, networking, and social media, and how he prioritizes his to-do list 06:45 The benefits and drawbacks of running a law firm remotely, including more family time and team empowerment 09:38 Process for training employees remotely, including screen recording and transcribing procedures 12:49 Difficulties of networking and childcare while running a law firm from the road 14:09 Start with the most time-consuming tasks 17:06 Marketing strategies, including recording videos, social media, re-engagement, and advertising 20:31 Outsource marketing tasks 🎥 Watch the full video here . Connect with Jordan: Website Instagram Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Use 'Red, Yellow, Green' to Check in on Employee Well-being 24:04

πριν 2 years24:04

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Are you tired of the same old methods of communication in the workplace? Do you find it difficult to express your stress levels or workload to your boss? Look no further than the "red yellow green" system! Jim and Tyson, hosts of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, discuss the benefits of this simple yet effective tool. By rating yourself on a scale of red (over capacity and stressed), yellow (pulled in several directions), or green (everything is good), you can communicate your current state to your team without feeling the need to filter or explain. One of the real powers of the system is the pause between when the question is asked and when the employee answers. It allows for a revealing question and answer into what's going on in their life if they choose to share. This system helps reveal problems in the machine and helps leaders address issues quickly. The hosts emphasize the importance of digging deeper if someone reports being in the red, and checking in on their well-being outside of work as well. They also suggest using the system in one-on-one meetings or team meetings, but not necessarily in daily huddles. The "red yellow green" system promotes a positive work culture and addresses employee needs. It's a simple tool that allows for connection and helps introverts and high fact finders connect with others. So next time you're feeling overwhelmed or pulled in several directions, use the "red yellow green" system to communicate your needs effectively. 08:36 The ‘Red Yellow Green’ system, which is a simple tool for checking in employees' emotional well-being and workload capacity. 15:33 Digging into Red Jim explains that if an employee reports being in the red zone during a Red Yellow Green check-in, it's important to follow up with them separately to address their concerns. 16:22 ‘Red Yellow Green’ system in their office, which allows employees to share where they are at in an honest way without feeling the need to necessarily filter or explain. 22:31 The importance of checking in on whatever that thing is that is important, whether it be work, health, or family, on a regular basis to avoid getting skewed. Jim’s Hack: The benefits of fasting, not for religious reasons but for body and focus reasons, as it is a great tool to use if you have a hard day coming up or need to be at your best. Tyson Tip: The importance of checking in on a regular basis: work, exercise, fun, family. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Stress of Practicing Law: How it Affects Attorneys' Mental Health 22:03

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As a lawyer, the pressure to succeed and maintain a certain level of professionalism can be overwhelming. The recent suicide of a fellow attorney who was publicly called out in a Facebook group for being disbarred is a stark reminder of the need for mental health awareness and self-care in the legal profession. In addition to the stress of practicing law, running a law firm, and paying off student debt, it's important to recognize the need to charge a fair price for legal services to avoid undervaluing one's services. But what about the adversarial nature of the profession? Why do attorneys feel the need to be so aggressive towards each other? It's important to resist the urge to pass on negative information about other attorneys and instead reach out with kindness and support. At the end of the day, mental health and fairness should be at the forefront of every legal practice. Let's strive for growth and success while also taking care of ourselves and each other. 04:30 How suicide can be prevented by reaching out to those in need. 08:58 The differences in how each state handles bar complaints and the surprising automatic bar complaint for malpractice 10:19 Undervaluing one's worth, and the importance of making a viable living 19:50 Being kind and supportive to fellow attorneys, even if they have been disbarred or suspended Jim’s Hack: Book by Dr. Ben Hardy and Dan Sullivan 10x Is Easier than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less Tyson’s Tip: Be kind to each other. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. Call 988. https://988lifeline.org 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Are You Playing Checkers or Chess? The Future of Law 19:57

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In a world where technology is rapidly changing the way we live our lives, it's no surprise that the legal profession is also evolving. In a MaxLawCon 22 presentation, Ryan McKeen talks about the future of law and how lawyers can stay ahead of the curve. The key to success in the legal profession is to focus on: ➡️ efficiency and organization ➡️ acquiring online real estate ➡️ well-organized tech stack with data at your fingertips Just like in a game of chess, lawyers need to think several moves ahead and anticipate what their next move will need to be for their law firms. The demand for legal services will only increase as society becomes more complex, with lawyers embracing change and experimenting with new approaches —- we can stay ahead of the curve. So, are you playing checkers or chess? The legal profession is changing, and it's up to lawyers to adapt and evolve. With the right mindset and a focus on efficiency, the future looks bright. 01:26 Efficiency is the macro trend 06:35 Consolidation is a macro trend 08:33 Are lawyers safe? 10:04 The role of lawyers in the future 12:26 Building your brand 16:12 Efficiency in the legal profession 17:08 Opportunities for law firms 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Ryan: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Letting Go of What's Holding You Back with Greg Steele 22:08

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Wondering if you are doing a good job as a lawyer? Wanting to quit, give up and close up shop? You are not alone. Today's guest Greg Steele shares his story of startup, struggles with self-doubt, confidence, and owning his own law firm. Maybe your challenges are not external but internal, like Greg? Listen in to how Greg reached out to peers, found his community, let go of a practice area that was draining his resources and how being part of the Maximum Lawyer Guild has helped him achieve success. Let’s get started. 01:14 Greg's journey to becoming a family lawyer 03:04 Struggling with self-doubt and confidence 08:01 The importance of having a community of peers to share experiences and gain new perspectives. 08:33 Expanding your mindset 09:46 Growing your team 13:18 Letting go of a practice area 16:34 Revenue growth Jim’s Hack: Find content ideas by using Google's "People also ask" feature. Greg’s Tips: Book " 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do " by Amy Morin Tyson Tip: Use Apple iphone automations to send yourself text messages for reminders etc. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Greg: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Add Six-Figures of Value to Your Practice With the Clients You Already Have 23:13

πριν 2 years23:13

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What are some ways to add to what you are already doing? Client intake form, listening to their story and asking questions are some ways that Josh talks about how to add more value. Not only to your practice, but also to your clients life! In today's episode, we're sharing Josh Rohrscheibs’ presentation from MaxLawCon 2022. Where Josh shares the reason why he is doing this, what he is doing and how all these slow down details are making a difference to his clients. Listen in. 00:43 Helping clients and having a serendipity moment - connecting to referral fees?! 05:33 Ask what else is going on in your clients life? - add a client intake questionnaire 09:06 Focus on how and your clients can be of value to each other 12:50 Creating a referral hub 18:52 Q and A 🎥 Watch the full video here . Connect with Josh: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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When You Feel Like You’ve Lost Your Spark 27:39

πριν 2 years27:39

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Becoming a lawyer is a reality shock transition from school to the office. This is a transition Stephanie, today’s guest, did during the covid years and the reality of a lawyers work was discouraging - in the isolation she felt. So she posted her thoughts and feelings on LinkedIn and the response was incredible. Jim and Tyson talk to Stephanie today about the effects of isolation in the workplace and what we can do as law firm owners to help with that. Listen in! 3:26 Why become a lawyer? Was law school what you expected? 6:05 The post where Stephanie shares that she’s lost her spark as a lawyer 7:53 Trigger point to raise your hand and say “yes” I’m struggling 11:15 We are all connected but we don't share the toughest parts of our lives 12:27 I’m struggling more than I lead on - How are you doing now? 14:42 I wonder if it is the profession of being a lawyer that makes you feel lonely? 17:19 What are you looking towards for the future? 18:52 What advice do you have for law firm owners - when they need to figure out who is struggling and what can leadership do to help lawyers who feel isolated 20:45 What can you do to increase connectivity with a virtual office Jim’s Hack: Time insights from Google - How do you spend your time? Stephanie's Tip: Book: Designing Your Work Life: How to Thrive and Change and Find Happiness at Work: Bill Burnett here . Tyson’s Tip: Fill Ethic requirements for at the end of the year with Downing Law Group here . 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Stephanie: Linkedin Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Breaking Limiting Mindset: Marketing, Fees & Delegation 22:04

πριν 2 years22:04

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There is one thing that will give you a little more of that freedom that we crave as owners of our firms. And in the pursuit of freedom the secret comes from --- customer service! Make it your secret weapon and that will help you get over the mindset of selling your services. Within customer service there are three things that have really helped today’s podcast guest, John Ting. The three topics are: marketing, fees, and delegation. So let’s get started. 2:47 When people keep price shopping 3:37 Retaining their attention 8:18 Have you ever had a potential client ask: “What are you going to do for me?” 10:32 Having transparency with your practice 11:55 All about fees! 16:19 Having a shared email inbox, and what that looks like 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with John: Website Live Show Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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When You Need To Build Out a System with Dorna Moini 22:59

πριν 2 years22:59

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Building a new business or shifting to a new business model? How do you get started? How can you make the processes easier? How can technology help small law firm owners? In today’s episode Jim and Tyson are talking to Dorna, CEO and founder of Gavel.io, a no-code platform for building document automation and client facing legal products. Prior to starting Gavel, Dorna was a litigator at Sidley Austin. There in her pro bono practice, she worked with legal aid organizations to build a web application for domestic violence survivors to complete and file their paperwork, which led to the idea for Gavel. And the rest they say - is history. Listen in. 01:48 Leaving the law firm life 05:10 Tech start up process is a lot like starting your own law firm 06:57 When you might need to build out a system 09:30 Use cases examples — including horse law? 11:40 What most lawyers don’t understand about what is coming … 13:20 The way we work is going to change 15:40 How can technology help small law firm owners disrupt? 18:07 How Dorna spends her days wearing all the different hats Jim’s Hack: Using an app called Streaks that allows you to put in 24 different things that you want to keep track of daily. You can set up a timer for everything and have fun tracking your progress. Dorna’s Tip: Have the motto (for your startup) of: think big, start small and iterate rapidly. Tyson’s Tip: Jason Selk released a new app called Level Up Game Plan that works in your browser to help you learn and implement Jason’s 3 minute and 40 second, cognitive -science-based daily ritual to live a more purposeful life. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Dorna: Website Instagram Twitter Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Bringing Your Marketing In House 21:31

πριν 2 years21:31

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After outsourcing her SEO and digital marketing for seven years, Billie Tarascio, founder of My Modern Law , decided — never again, it wasn't working for her law firm and her numbers proved it. It's really hard to know if what you're paying for digital marketing is actually bringing you business. You’ll get impressions, you'll get page rank, you'll get subscribers. You can look at it to see how your social media is doing. You might see which keywords you're ranking for, but being able to say that your marketing is working for you is two different things. As in Billie's case — while her social following number was climbing — her lead numbers were going down. That’s when she decided to bring her marketing in house and really focus on 5 key areas to move that lead number. Listen in! 01:39 Look at your leads 04:25 The 5 new marketing areas that Billie is focusing on ➡️ TikTok - cons you need to post 4-6 videos a day ➡️ Pro Bono Day - con getting lawyers to show up ➡️ Free Facebook Group - con harder to grow, pay to manage ➡️ Meetups - con ➡️ Online events - ➡️ Podcast - build referral network 11:58 Branding photo - think of your visuals is a key strategy 14:18 What are your KPI’s?! 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Billie: Website Podcast TikTok Instagram Facebook Youtube Resources : Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Most Valuable Thing You’ll Learn From Another Lawyer 28:02

πριν 2 years28:02

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Today, we are combining forces with another terrific legal podcast, Everything Except the Law , with host Nick Werker, who is interviewing Jim and Tyson! In this episode we're going to be learning all about the origins of Maximum Lawyer, and of course Jim and Tyson will be sharing some of their top law office management tips. From: ➡️ The headaches and heartaches that happen when starting your firm ➡️The biggest financial mistake that lawyer make ➡️Most common lawyer marketing mistake ➡️The most valuable thing you learn from another lawyer ➡️What is on the horizon and is the future of law We have a lot to cover, so let’s get right into it. 01:10 Meet Jim and his starting point for building his law firm 02:55 Meet Tyson and his starting point for building his law firm 04:30 Starting Maximum Lawyer - talking about the headaches, heartaches when starting your law firm 07:30 Running a free Maximum Lawyer facebook group 10:16 Interactions with other lawyers on the podcast #yikes! 13:38 The biggest financial mistake that a lawyer can make 16:28 Most common lawyer marketing mistake, that is the most frustrating thing see 18:16 The most valuable thing you learn from another lawyer in Maximum Lawyer 20:15 What is on the horizon — the future of law 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect With Answering Legal: Website Podcast Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Instagram TikTok YouTube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Creating a Virtual System That Runs Like Clockwork Without You 20:58

πριν 2 years20:58

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Looking to set up a virtual system that runs without you? That runs like clockwork? Listen to today’s episode with Regina Edwards, as we share her 2022 MaxLawCon presentation about the automation you can set up to qualify your leads, create a smooth client journey and to maximize your time wherever you are in the world. Regina walks through the basics setup and intentionality behind her automation system. And while there is work in the set up, as Regina said, if you don’t execute — it doesn’t matter what your plan was. So get your note taking app out as she dives into her intake and litigation automation processes. 01:50 Virtual lawyering! 02:55 High Level overview of intake 06:10 Streamline your intake with a CRM 10:30 Declining potential clients that are not a good fit an easy way 11:33 After the intake call, what do you do? 13:07 How do you enforce team consistency? 14:27 Litigation workflow 16:19 What can you automate? 19:35 Creating a discovery workflow Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Regina: Website Facebook Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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What Would It Take to 3X Your Business? 25:10

πριν 2 years25:10

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What pieces do you need in place to start your law firm? What is the thought process and mindset that gets you to “take the leap”? What foundations would you need to get started? In today’s episode Jim and Tyson are interviewing Josh Rohrscheib the new law firm owner and start up of Onward Injury Law. Josh started his own firm recently — and as he says in this interview there are so many great things about starting your own firm including starting with that blank canvas. Having the ability to take what you love to your new start up and leave what you don’t like. This and more is what we are talking about today! So listen in. 01:09 Josh's big news - He started his own law firm with people that he loves working with and hiring one of his best friends as his marketing director! 02:00 The thought process about hiring a marketing director right out of the gate - which is - What if I could put someone with 40 hours behind them in this area that they are an expert in?! 04:15 The Genesis, thought process and planning to go out on your own and how being comfortable can be a crutch 06:44 When you are questioning your impact 08:32 How are you feeling, being 2 months into owning your own firm? 10:16 Decision making behind the naming the new firm - Onward Injury Law 12:29 The planning that went into the starting of the law firm 14:29 What’s it like starting out with a blank canvas? 16:11 What needs to take place for you to know that this was the right move 17:50 Having a mindset to focus on the good Jim’s Hack: If you work out at the gym keep an eye out for the people that are working hard and give them a thumbs up. Josh’s Tip: 1. TextExpander Course for lawyers 2. Lainer Trail Academy MasterClass: a three day masterclass for lawyer 3. ”This is Water” speech by David Wallance Tyson Tip : Switchmail.com - The easiest way to securely send business mail online. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Josh: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Managing Client Expectations to Create Raving Fans 27:33

πριν 2 years27:33

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Building a firm and starting a firm is not easy! But what Bill is going to cover today is easy. It's easy to learn. It's easy to do. And it will have a disproportionate positive impact on your business. The reason this stuff works is that it goes to the core of any successful business, which is client happiness! That is at the core — If your clients are happy, they will go out and rave about your business and any people they talk to. If those people need help in the same area in the future, they are the easiest leads to convert. Let’s think about client happiness in a different way. There are two components to client happiness. Objective Client expectations This and more is what our podcast guest Bill Farias talks about today in this throwback MaxLawCon 22 presentation. Listen in! 3:13 When what you get falls short of what you were promised! 8:02 Not properly managing and meeting people's expectations 8:58 Using a formula to manage clients expectations 10:25 Step 1 - If you do the work up front … 10:40 Step 2 - Humans want to make other people happy = Operations - Process - Costs 14:12 How to get started and making a game plan 16:53 Tools 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Bill: Website Facebook Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Should Your Law Firm Run Without You? 22:41

πριν 2 years22:41

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Is it realistic for a law firm owner to strive for a law firm that runs without them? Jim and Tyson have changed their thinking around this topic of a law firm owner working towards the goal of being only in the owners box. Is this possible? It’s an interesting idea, however, we don’t think it's really possible for a law firm owner to be in the owners box only and run a highly successful firm that you can scale. You probably could get most of the way there, but the nature of what we do requires that we be deeply integrated into the firm. There are some exceptions but not many in today's world, and we don't think it's realistic to expect that you are going to be in the owners box and be able to just let the firm run itself. This and more is what Tyson and Jim discuss in today’s episode. Listen in! 4:23 There are too many moving parts for you to be ONLY in the owners box 5:56 When you are so disconnected from what you are running #yikes! 10:16 Your most valuable time is … 15:00 Looking for a reset button, and coming back with a fresh set of eye Tysons Tip: Read The Referral Engine : Teaching Your Business to Market Itself by John Jantsch 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Froo Froo" for the Win! 29:55

πριν 2 years29:55

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When your personality and your professional life do not align with who you are, it causes friction. In today’s episode Elise Buie is pointing out the strengths of embracing your unique qualities. What is the impact that your uniqueness will have? Professionally and personally? Elise unpacks the effects of being your authentic self — and how that will uplevel your emotional intelligence as a leader. Listen in to this MaxLawCon presentation, if you are ready to dig deep into your authenticity and uncover it! 01:48 When your personality doesn’t really match what it “takes” to run a law firm 04:06 When your inner critic is loud - How do you turn that into something positive and motivating for you? 06:43 Lean into your authentic self?! 10:04 As a law firm owner, you have such a unique opportunity to model something different … 15:07 Getting into a owners mindset by … 16:35 What is that minimum standard of care!? 19:17 Being an emotionally intelligent leader 26:33 Treating people a different way than we are taught in law school 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . https://youtu.be/KOb1oD84f-w Books Mentioned: ➡️ Fair Play A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do by Eve Rodsky ➡️ The Fair Play Deck: A Couple's Conversation Deck for Prioritizing What's Important By Eve Rodsky ➡️ Find Your Unicorn Space: Reclaim Your Creative Life in a Too-Busy World by Eve Rodsky ➡️ Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts. by Brené Brown ➡️ Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others by Stephen M.R. Covey ➡️ Radical Candor: Fully Revised and Updated Edition: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim Scott ➡️ Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't by Simon Sinek Connect with Elise: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Twitter Pinterest Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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3 Firm Growth Tips to Go From Starter To Next Level 42:02

πριν 2 years42:02

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Just getting started in your own firm? Wanting to uplevel your firm and grow faster? Today’s episode has Jim and Tyson in the interview seat as they are guest’s on Kara Vaval podcast: Laptop Lifestyle Lawyer . Listen in as Tyson and Jim share their starting points of their firms, as well as the start of Maximum Lawyer Podcast and Group Coaching (the Guild) With their: ➡️ organic coaching growth and direction taken from what people wanted ➡️ to breaking up a law firm partnership ➡️to going from broke to 50+ team in a now thriving company Jim and Tyson are sharing all the gold nuggets here. Including their top three tips on how to move from starter firm to upping to your next level, best advice. 06:39 Jim being a quick start nine from the Kolbe testing and why personality testing might have the answers for team members 10:19 Considering a partnership in owning a law firm?! Here’s Tyson’s advice! 13:45 Serving law firm owners through community, coaching and conferences 19:42 Changing law firm owners lives by being in a positive mindset community and being vulnerable 28:39 Beginner law firm owner — what are the top three growth tips for getting to the next level 30:55 Fear is the thing that stop most people from taking the leap 36:39 A streamlined process to identifying your support team 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Kara: Podcast Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Supercharge Your Networking with Joey Vitale 15:48

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If you want to become the visionary of your law firm, there is this whole “big relationships" responsibility that falls on your shoulders as the business owner. The three top ways to super charge your relationships and networking efforts are: ➡️ being a giver ➡️ being a connector ➡️ being the go to expert of your area Listen in as Joey deep dives into each of these three ways you can network easily, with a mindset shift, and practical action steps to get started today! 01:45 Meet Joey 03:16 There are three things that you need to become in order to be a better networker - Number one: you need to be a giver - look for reasons to give encouragement 8:46 Number two: is to be a connector 12:25 Number three: be the go to expert in your space 15:00 There is a large responsibility that falls on your shoulder as a law firm owner so a way to help is to make those connections! Book: The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Acer Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Joey: Website Podcast LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Should Your New Hire Bring Their Own Leads? 33:09

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When you reach that point in your business that you are ready to hire an associate — How do you make that decision? How do you make sure the payment is there? How can you make the process smooth? What if you are worried about what you will do with your time after to make your hire? What will you do if you are not sure if you have full time work guaranteed? Do you ask your new hire to bring in new leads of their own? This is what Jim and Tyson talk about and coach Jeremy through as he troubleshoots the next steps that he needs to take in his business as he scales up the work to more than he can handle, and hires an associate. Listen in to Jeremy, Jim and Tyson as they walk through how Jeremy can avoid mistakes of the past, where 80% of his work was reliant on one client referral, and what Jeremy and his firm do now to make sure that his sources are well diversified and ready for his new hire. 01:39 Meet Jeremy and his law firm that he started in 2015 and a reset in 2019 05:16 How did Jeremy get 20 referral sources? 06:31 Advice for people to ask for referrals? 09:01 Topic of the day - What is the right way to bring on and pay an associate? And the reality of owning a business 13:28 Where does the fear of not hiring come from? 15:25 Using Profit First in your business 17:00 Should I expect an associate to bring leads of their own?! What associates want - and what you need to do … 20:03 The first cycle of hiring and the fear that comes with it 22:47 Subconsciously allowing our own capacity, to limit our business development activities 27:00 Having incentives for your employees to work for you … 28:30 Start making “finding clients” a part of your week right now even before the associate is hired Jim Hack: Read the book: The Third Door Jermey’s Tip: The Guild - Read the book: The Power of One More Tyson’s Tip: For law firm owners that want to build a culture of learning - start a non-fiction book club like: Becoming Bulletproof 🎧Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube Connect with Jeremy: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Using Imposter Syndrome To Your Advantage with Alexis Austin 17:14

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Feeling some days like an imposter? We get it! And feel it too. In today’s episode, taken from MaxLawCon 2022, our guest Alexis Austin is teaching us all about using that feeling of imposter syndrome and working with it to make your law firm a better business. Not only does Alexis go over HOW you can embrace this feeling that most of us don’t want to feel but she also goes over why it’s a good thing and what we can look for when we feel this way. Hint: it’s a red flag to investigate and improve an area on your business on what she call “the 3 Pillars.” Listen in! 02:44 Flip the script on your imposter feeling syndrome and trade your resource for this … 04:17 The three pillars of your business and how to hone in … 05:40 The first p - Product as legal services 07:51 The 2nd pillar - People and what they care about; flexibility, workspace and non-attorney to name a few … 11:16 The 3rd pillar - the Process … let’s make it easier! Links Mentioned: UpWork Fivver Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business Paperback by Gino Wickman The E-Myth by Michael Gerber QR Code Generator 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . 🎧 Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Connect with Alexis: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Twitter Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How To Push Yourself To Excel Without Beating Yourself Up 23:22

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People share their struggles here in the Guild and we want to have space on the show today for people going through a struggle right now! BUT, while we empathize and encourage each other, we don’t want the work to stop there. We want high expectations and problem solving space made to work through the struggles as well. So let’s talk about holding these two truths here on the show today. Listen in if you are having a hard time running your law firm today. 04:11 When sharing your struggles — there is power into admitting you have a weakness. But let’s not lose sight of our goals. 06:18 Remember that social media is not real! 07:13 It’s harder when you have young kids … 08:53 There are fake coaches out there, that make business seem easy 11:20 Getting the momentum going because you have so much going on you don’t know what to do first 13:34 How to push yourself BUT not be to hard on yourself … 16:14 Looking forward to the goal that you want to achieve and how THAT is tied to the daily tasks = you’ve got to think this through 17:54 You need to prioritize what you are doing everyday and hack the white space … Jim’s Hack: Social media isn't bad and it's okay to consume it, but why not use it as motivation to create a piece of content and post it … And THEN go look at social media Like a reward after the work. Tyson’s Tip: Give yourself a pouting deadline – So if you make a mistake, if you screw something up, give yourself a certain amount of time to pout about it. And then once that time passes, you move on. Athletes use this in both wins and losses, so you can use this too. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Your Ideas Don’t Matter with Tyson Mutrux 18:51

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Your ideas are worth millions of dollars! You have so much that you could do! But is this true? Sure, maybe your ideas are WORTH millions … but they will never make you a cent if they are not executed. Execution is the key to any great idea. In today's episode, we're sharing a presentation from Max Lock Con 2022 with Tyson speaking about the topic of “Why Your Ideas Don't Matter”. Not only does he go over what to do with your ideas and the process you should put your ideas through in order to see if you should act on them - but he also gives you tips and tricks to work through the execution phase of your ideas … which is key to making you those millions. Grab your notepad and pen and get ready to be inspired. 1:00 Having an idea box that makes you millions? 4:35 Lawrence Barnet is a great story of a great idea —That turned out to be a really bad idea that ended up causing deaths … similarly one of your GREAT ideas could cause the destruction of your law firm 6:47 We spend all this time in the area of having ideas - we should take one or two ideas and focus on the execution stage 7:23 What do you do when you have an idea? Create a battle plan 8:19 Battle plan roadmap 9:43 Put it on your calendar - instead of trying to fit it in here and there. 11:43 Follow ideas that you have a passion for - make sure you are thinking them through 13:55 Improve an existing idea - and focus on the execution of it 15:09 Share your idea 16:46 Act now! Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes . 🎥 Watch the full video . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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What You Should Know About Creating Intentional Direction 40:38

πριν 2 years40:38

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What are the challenges that lawyers are facing this year? What about the challenges that are the remnants of the pandemic? What will the future of 2023 and beyond hold for law firm owners? These are some of the questions that Jim and Tyson answer as guest on Molly McGrath’s podcast Hire and Empower with Molly Listen in! 00:27 Where do you see an opportunity and best practices in the post pandemic world? 04:04 What do you offer a team to grow themselves, and how to KEEP a team? 09:25 What if you are afraid of the “virtual” team? You can’t see what they are doing!! 12:49 When you can’t find an associate where you live, what do you do? 13:25 What happens when law firm owners don’t change their mindset 15:37 What does it mean to be more effective as a law firm owner? Do this exercise… 22:44 How do you get comfortable with letting go of tasks to a team - Tips from Jim and Tyson on how to let go. 33:33 What does a successful lawyer look like?! Books Mentioned: Think and Grow Rich : The Original: An Official Publication of The Napoleon Hill Foundation Topgrading: How Leading Companies Win by Hiring, Coaching and Keeping the Best People Turn the Ship Around!: A True Story of Turning Followers into Leaders 🎥 Watch the full video on Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes. Connect with Molly: Podcast Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Why Are You Waiting with Jim Hacking 17:57

πριν 2 years17:57

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What if you knew the day that you were going to die? What if you gave your life your best shot because you knew that your time was limited? What would you do differently? What would you change in your law firm? Who would you call to make sure you talked to today? In today's episode, we're sharing a presentation from Max Law Con 2022, where Jim gives his talk - “Why are you waiting?” Which encourages you to live today with the mindset of your finite time and asking the important question of how would you change what you do today? How would that encourage you to make decisions and say “No.” to certain things? How would it make you step up and say “Yes!” to other things a lot quicker. What is important to you? Listen to this episode and be encouraged to move forward fearlessly. 2:00 Being present and in the moment 7:20 Let’s talk about saying yes and how every decisions is effected 9:30 We are a limited amount of time — Suppose this is the last year? the last day? What would you do and who would you call? Why would you not do it today? Remember that everything you are doing is important but remember that you only have one shot at your business, your life, your family so give it your all and make it the best that you can. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here Jim’s Hack: Read Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Cultivating a Positive Attitude to Manage a Law Firm with Erick Widman 25:26

πριν 2 years25:26

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After handling his wife’s immigration papers, lawyer Erick Widman had a fire lit in himself to niche down to family and business immigration. His law firm is now 10 years old, with all the ups and downs that come from being an entrepreneur and owning your own firm. One of the biggest challenges Erick faced was being unprepared for how difficult it would be to handle employees. And all of the coaching you have to do for the employees - and so Erick became a high performance coach. How do you manage people all day? How do you manage all the different personalities you work with? How do you come to grips with that (especially if you are an entrepreneur)? That and more is what we are talking about today. Let’s listen in. 02:00 Meet Erick where he was a part of the minority group in school, was an exchange student in Japan, and taught law in Hungary where he met his now wife. 4:25 Experiences from Japan helping Erick become a better business owner. 5:19 What's your favorite part of owning a law firm? And what’s the least favorite part of owning your own law firm? 8:00 Managing people on your team better even when you are an introvert … 9:54 Becoming a high performance coach started when Erick realized I don’t need to play the same game that other people are. 12:15 Reading the happiness advantage — training yourself to find the positive - becoming the positive person in your life and making the positive things come out! 13:35 What has been the biggest challenge for you when running your own firm? 15:28 What most immigration lawyers don't know about marketing and being an entrepreneur. 18:02 Talking about vision - have you done the vision work for your firm? Have you placed value on that? Jim’s Hack: Read the book by Napoleon Hill “ Think and Grow Rich '' - it’s a little woo woo and a little outdated but the central message makes it worth it. — and that message is — That anything that we want to have happened has to begin as a thought and that the only changes that happened in the world happened as a thought and our job is to keep that thought alive until it manifests itself into an action. Erick’s Tip: Watch the documentary “ All or Nothing Arsenal ” which has a soccer coach rally the leadership of a failing team. Tyson’s Tip: Use an app to place the text on the bottom of the marketing video you created for social media called CapCut with a free and paid version. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube or read here . Connect with Eric: Website Facebook Twitter Youtube Personal Website Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Helping Law Firms Scale Their Business with RizeUp Media 30:46

πριν 2 years30:46

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Marketing your own law firm is an ongoing job for us entrepreneurs. A job that RizeUp Media has taken off owners plates, as they offer marketing services. In this episode Travis and Vaidas deep dive into the do’s and don'ts for lawyer websites. As well as short term and long term marketing strategies according to your firm's needs. Let’s dive in! 1:12 RizeUp Media’s sweetspot and how they help lawyers market themselves! 2:47 What does this “help”look like for lawyers? 4:28 Step one: you need to know your marketing need … 9:20 Lawyer websites done INCORRECTLY! 🫣 15:22 How different is better than better —- but what about the things that are similar on lawyers websites!? 19:40 Tips for people who need to get cases in the door right NOW! Jim’s Hack: Use the app Read Wise which takes all your Kindle reader highlights and it will email them! Which is great to retrigger some of the thoughts that you had about the book you read. Travis’s Tip : Make sure you are tracking all of your different campaigns separately. You need to KNOW where your people are coming from. Vaidas’s Tip: Answer the phone when it rings with a human! After all the work and money you’ve put into marketing make sure this next step is in place. As well as, know how your staff is interacting with your potential clients. Tyson’s Tip: Use the Google Chrome extension called Checker Plus for Gmail. It allows you a quick peek into your email. You can send out a quick email or check a top priority email without getting sucked into email. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube or read the show notes here . Connect with RizeUp Media: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Twitter Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Austin, TX! The ZAPATHON Automation Workshop featuring Kelsey Bratcher! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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6 Things We Love About Owning A Law Firm with Jim and Tyson 24:11

πριν 2 years24:11

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Taking the leap into running your own law firm is scary. We know it! In today’s episode Jim and Tyson chat about the top six things they love about being a law firm owner and why they would never go back. If you are thinking of going off on your own and starting your own firm, or maybe you just need a pep talk to keep going the entrepreneur lawyer course — this episode is for you. It’s okay to be afraid of failing, but don't let that stop you. Listen in! 1:55 - Number One: Autonomy & freedom! This is the top reason Jim and Tyson love being their own boss. To be able to leave the office at any time for any reason is the best part of owning a law firm. 4:06 - Number Two: Not having a boss! There is no one telling you what to do and we think this is a priceless reason to own a law firm. Add the joy back into your life by being your boss. 7:56 - Number Three: Knowing how much you make is directly tied to your work! This involves your ideas, your strategy, and how you implement them. NOT about working harder and faster. It’s a powerful mindset and energy that sets in after you get the first few clients, that it’s up to you to make happen. 11:03 - Number Four: The creative and problem solving aspect of owning your own firm! You are the one that gets to spot issues (and have other people fix them) and this exercises a creative part of your brain and spirit. This freedom also comes with the caveat that you also get to make the decision to change your mind! 13:56 - Number Five: We are building! Everyday that goes by we are building a business that we can watch shift and grow and evolve. 16:53 - Number Six: Competing with yourself and always trying to up your game! You are always trying to improve all aspects of your law firm. Doing better than we did before, which is a huge motivation for continuing on. Jim’s Hack: Find yourself a good friend! It’s invaluable. 🎥 Watch the full video of Jim’s transformation and encouragement here . Tyson’s Tip: Take the time to survey clients via a call or email. The data is invaluable. With these questions: On average how do our clients feel about our communion. On average, how do our clients feel about how we respond to their questions? On average, how do our clients feel about the trustworthiness of the firm? On average, how do our clients feel about the professionalism of the firm? 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . 🎧 Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Productivity & Time Management For High Achievers With Mridu Parikh 31:57

πριν 2 years31:57

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Ready to get control of your demands and distractions? Then you need to meet today’s guest, Mridu Parikh. The founder of Life Is Organized, Mridu is a time management guru passionate about teaching business owners how to focus, get out of the weeds, and take back control of their day. Her best-selling book, Accomplish It, and Productivity On Purpose podcast share simple strategies to ditch mental drama – from procrastination to perfectionism. Mridu's teachings on mastering tasks and habits have been featured in The Huffington Post, Forbes, US News & World Report, and Real Simple. When she’s not wrangling a list or schedule, you can usually find this former professional organizer turned productivity pro with her two teens and one husband in Nashville enjoying a Malbec 2:24 How Mridu started productivity and time management 4:25 When you are ready to go for the week and you’re feeling super motivated but get hit with a problem in the office first thing Monday morning — What do you do?! 6:05 How do you move into a more mindful morning routine? 7:20 How much of the “ideal” morning routine is total nonsense? 11:11 The top productivity tip to change someone from a super procrastinator to someone very efficient is … 14:56 All about people being control freaks! And tips for letting go of the perfectionism 17:15 Recommended productivity tools to help other people! 19:07 Tips for the end of the day work routine 23:23 Managing the things that are out of your control and frustrating because it throws everything off Jim’s Hack : Set Loom at 1.7X for listening speed. Mridu’s Tip : “What will make me feel most successful when my head hits the pillow tonight?” ask yourself this question everyday. And use a Timecube like this one: https://amzn.to/3RD44pd to help you stay focused. Tyson’s Tip: Have an agenda for each meeting you have in the calendar invite. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . https://youtu.be/uqomzUDiam4 Connect with Mridu: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How To Market Your Law Firm to Grow Your Revenue with Chris Casseday 28:12

πριν 2 years28:12

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Where is your best dollar spent in marketing your law firm? What do you need to have in place before you get started? What are the biggest marketing mistakes lawyers need to be aware of? This and more is what our guest, Chris Casseday gives advice about on today’s podcast episode. Chris is the director of operations at GNGF. He specializes in creating strategic marketing plans for law firms across the country. Over the past decade, Chris has helped drive millions of dollars of revenue for clients and is a strategic marketing leader over 15 years of SEO and is Google ad certified. Seeing his client's online presence and revenue growth motivates Chris to work with energy and passion every single day. 2:45 Meet Chris 4:27 Where is the best dollar spent for the next 5 to 10 years? 6:36 What are some of the things structurally that people need to be thinking about before marketing? 8:33 What is a marketing funnel with strategies and tactics that need to be thought through? 10:32 How do you move the wrong people out of the funnel and why is this important? 11:37 Web 2.0? Is it a thing? 12:29 Let talk about the mindset of leading with value first … 15:00 What to use as a lead magnet? Is there something working now? 18:03 2 to 3 biggest mistakes that lawyers make in marketing … 20:06 Is Google getting worse? 22:16 The importance of small victories when marketing Jim’s Hack: So for my hack of the week, I want you to think like an Eagle Scout. They have to do a project. A project they can not do all by themselves.They have to get help. So ask yourself — Who can I get to help with this? What can I delegate and how can I get different people involved in the project? Chris’s Hack: Schedule your 2023 and beyond, from goals to marketing meeting, Then pull in help when you need to, but if you don't schedule that meeting, it's gonna be March before you know it, and you're gonna be behind the eight ball and not reach your goals for 2023. Get it done! Tyson’s Tip: Audit the potential new client experience from the leads perspective. How easy or difficult is it for them to reach out to you? I would assume that all of us will probably find that it's not nearly as good as what we would hope. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Chris: Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Using TikTok As A Law Firm Owner with Kathleen Martinez 23:45

πριν 2 years23:45

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What if you could grow your leads, following and relationships with clients using social media marketing that cost you nothing? That is what our guest on the show, Kathleen Martinez did with TikTok. Showing off her funny, controversial, and passion for immigration law, Kathleen has grown her TikTok following to over 800K+ by showing up consistently and being herself. In this episode she goes over tips and tricks she’s learned along the way of growing her TikTok following as a law firm owner. She also dives into an easy way you can get started today on social media. Including biggest marketing challenges and making sure you set up an easy funnel for your leads to reach you AFTER they watch your videos and consume your content. Listen in! 1:54 Meet Kathleen 2:58 How to be a full-time virtual law firm?! 4:07 What would be your biggest challenge as a law firm owner?! Including the biggest mistakes on TikTok … 6:02 TikTok process from Kathleen … including a call to action 10:38 How long until you see traction on TikTok 12:55 How to post on TikTok AND Instagram … 13:46 Using TikTok as a funnel 14:36 What's upcoming in TikTok land?! 16:23 TikTok as a search engine?! And will TikTok overtake YouTube 18:57 Starting out on TikTok?! Listen to Kathleen’s first steps here … Jim’s Hack : Jerry Seinfeld quote from an interview that he gave with a Harvard business: “It's very important to know what you don't like. A big part of innovation is saying, you know what I'm really sick of? For me, that was talk shows where music plays. Somebody walks out to a desk, shakes hands with the host and sits down. How are you? You look great. I'm also sick of people who are really there just to sell their show or. So what am I really sick of? Is a great place for innovation to begin.” So I just love that we can ask ourselves “What's something that's annoying me or that I really don't like?” and then go against the grain and do something else. Kathleen’s Tip: Do not be afraid to not only use social media, BUT be yourself on it! There are no judges on TikTok, their just regular people who wanna get to know you as a person, also as a lawyer. So show up as “yourself!” Tyson’s Tip: A trick to “be yourself on social media” is to visualize yourself being yourself and being that positive presence, in front of the camera. It's an effective and simple tool that I recommend. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Read the show notes over at: https://maximumlawyer.com/kathleenmartinez486 Connect with Kathleen: Website > www.martinezimmigration.net Instagram > https://www.instagram.com/attorneymartinez/ Facebook > https://www.facebook.com/martinezimmigrationglobal Youtube > https://www.youtube.com/c/AskTheImmigrationAttorney TikTok > https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymartinez Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Slowly Travel The World While Running A Law Firm With Don McClure 29:04

πριν 2 years29:04

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Do you have a deep desire to travel the world? See different places? Most importantly, meet all the different people? For some people traveling the world is on their bucket list of what they will be doing when they retire. Today’s podcast episode guest Don McClure took a different approach and sold his house, his cars, packed up his family and now slowly travels the world. All while running his own law firm. To hear: ➡️ Why he made this switch ➡️ What made him finally take a step towards this dream ➡️ What his family all sold to get out of the US ➡️ Where he is living now ➡️ How is it physically possible to run a law firm that is stationed in a different time zone than you … Then listen in. 🎧 1:05 Meet Don 5:31 When off on an adventure, what do you do with your house? And the office? And your cars? 6:49 The decision making process: from law office to living aboard 9:20 How clients are reacting to the BIG move - how do you tell them? 11:34 Marketing your law firm while on a “World Tour” 13:31 How do you deal with the finances and banking? 14:48 Things that surprised Don from living a laptop lifestyle 16:12 Favorite moments on the World Tour trip so far? 17:30 What are some steps that people can do to get ready for a World Trip with the family. 18:43 Challenges when traveling and practicing law 20:13 Was there any time that you wished you were in the States? And do you wish to move out of the States permanently? 22:52 Coordinating with a team when you are in different time zones? Jim’s Hack: A Quote from Guy Kawasaki from Tim Ferris's book, Tools of Titans : https://amzn.to/3Gk9yjB “If you run into an asshole in the morning, you ran into an asshole. If you run into assholes all day, you are the asshole.” Don’s Tip: Listen to James Schramko and his one gem strategy where he talks about “Owning the Racetrack”. And with your business this means NOT building a platform on Facebook only, but what are the things you can control? Marketing to my past clients, my present clients, and even my future clients. Those are things that I can control: https://amzn.to/3ifoeIT Tyson’s Tip: Use Cam.link : https://amzn.to/3Qg69a8 — to turn any camera device into a streaming device. It allows Tyson to connect his LUMIX camera to my computer with an HDMI cable and stream from his camera. Order, download and go for an easy tech double duty solution. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube : https://youtu.be/DDdGA1gJP_4 https://maximumlawyer.com/donmcclure485 Connect with Don: Website Facebook Youtube Travel Website Travel TikTok Travel Facebook Travel Instagram Travel YouTube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The 6 Worst Financial Mistakes That You Can Make as a Lawyer 25:10

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Let’s talk about running a law firm but instead of talking about running it the “right” way — let’s talk about what NOT to do and the mistakes that Jim and Tyson have made. Here are six mistakes that cost them financially that they wish they could go back and fix. Hopefully you find this helpful and hopefully you can shortcut some of these mistakes to save yourself the financial headache. Mistakes of: ➡️ Starting your own firm and not knowing your first hire ➡️ Riding a financial roller coaster ride of “rich” to “broke” ➡️ Confusing people with your marketing message ➡️ Hesitating with hiring a team ➡️ Being the #allthethingslawyer 2:57 Set up your books and hire a bookkeeper on day one … DO NOT WAIT! 5:48 Niche down as much as you can as early as possible 8:18 Let go of the niches that your heart is not in, it’s not worth hanging on and screws up your marketing with mixed messages about what you do 11:26 Waiting too long to hire a team of people to help move the firm forward 15:26 Know your numbers. What numbers are important? What numbers aren’t important? What do the important numbers mean to you and your firm, both in the short term and the long term? 18:16 Not paying yourself a salary Jim’s Hack: Read a book called Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday . Tyson’s Tip: Need a pump up of motivation? Go to YouTube and search “ I Want More Levels with Kevin Hart .” 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Uplevel Your Health, Uplevel Your Life With Charles D'Angelo 29:33

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If you’ve been around Maximum Lawyer for a hot minute you may have seen and heard about Jim’s health transform this past year. Losing 75+lbs in the last four months with the coaching help of our guest today, Charles D'Angelo. Charles knows first hand what it's like to feel stuck, once weighing 360lbs as a bullied teen. He took charge of his own life, dropped 160lbs, and for the last two decades has been on a mission to help others reclaim theirs. His unique coaching program focuses on changing your mindset so that you can change your life. It’s recognizing that you have to set aside blame and excuses, and ask yourself the question “How am I gonna move forward?” Listen to this episode where Charles shares the first three steps you can take today to start making changes in your life for the future you want. Which will uplevel everything. Your home life, work life and everything in between. Let’s dive in. 01:50 Charles journey from a 360lbs teenager to a decision to life changing result 03:53 Charles’s unique approach to a healthy life 08:01 How to get people motivated to change ... The core issue is NOT what you think 12:10 Helping other helpers become more effective and more efficient 16:37 Let talk about negative self-talk … 19:43 Why you really need someone you can trust to talk to … a.k.a sanity is best outsourced. 21:26 Cool tools that Charles would recommend to people … and it’s not what you think Jim’s Hack: Sweat, sweat, sweat. That 5:00 AM on the treadmill. That is you telling yourself, you're a priority! Charles Tip: Step one: Write down all the things that you'd like to see happen in your life. Step two: Go through and label each item on your list with how many years it will take you this creates a vision for your life. Step three: Start reading about the topics of the plans on your vision list to shorten the time it takes to get you there. Tyson Tips: In the Apple watch, when in the, fitness app, you can turn your dial whenever, you're running and it shows you what zone you’re in especially handy if you want to do some zone two training, 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nYd_UUd-lD8 Connect with Charles: Website Instagram Facebook Youtube Twitter Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Plan Your Exit From Your Law Firm with Tom Lenfestey 26:15

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Ever thought about buying or selling a law practice?! Our guest on the podcast today, Tom Lenfestey, helps lawyers buy and sell law practices. Law firm real-estate anyone?! It's a topic that people ask us about all the time and it's interesting because one thing we always hear people say is, “I wanna sell my firm. I'm gonna make it to some name that doesn't have MY name in it.” It’s like the branding and naming is the afterthought to what your end goal with your law firm is. If you are opening a law firm, what's your exit strategy? This and more is what we talk about in today’s episode. Listen in! Episode Highlights: 01:30 Meet Tom and hear how he got started in the Law Practice Exchange 04:15 Why it doesn't work for lawyers to sell their practice and just walk out the door, like a dentist 05:50 What mistakes do lawyers make at the beginning when they found their firm AND what structural naming issues pop up when people want to get out. Tom’s advice: Have clean financials Set up a firm brand that is apart from you Build out your systems Train your people Train and operate people on those systems 10:35 How do you tell people you are selling your law firm practice? 13:26 What should people that are thinking about taking over a practice of another think about and ask about? 17:13 What are some red flags you want to look for when you are thinking about acquiring a law firm? 20:13 What is it like to work with Tom and his team to brokerage a deal and acquire a law firm Jim’s Hack: Find what motivates you! For me its reading books that get me fired up, like: “ The 12 Week Year ” or “ Zone To Win ”. You got to fill your brain with positive and idea generating material. Tom’s Tip: Read the book: Built to Sell : Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You by John Warrillow Tyson's Tip: Read the book: “ Measuring what Matters ” By John Doerr. It's about how to track things in your business. What you should and shouldn’t track. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Tom: Website Twitter Facebook Linkedin Linkedin with Tom Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Must Have Brand Name Qualities with Alexandra Watkins 22:39

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Ever wonder what name you should name your company? If you rebranded your law firm, what would you name it? And why?! Today we are talking with our naming guest expert, Alexandra Watkins who’s claim to fame is being responsible for naming Wendy's “Banconator!” In this episode Alexandra goes over tips for naming your business with a memorable name. There is a process! Then she goes over the mistakes that you need to avoid when naming your company. Jim and Tyson also talk to her about why a name that is reflective of the company is so important and not naming your law firm after yourself is a great way to get started. Listen into this valuable episode and get the creative marketing juices flowing. Episode Highlights: 00:56 Meet Alexander 03:02 The qualities of a good brand name … hint, it’s not your name! 07:24 What NOT to do when naming your business 11:18 What to do when your exact match for a domain name is gone 13:03 The thought process to develop a good names 14:12 How to change your brand name midstream 17:09 The importance of not being boring … Jim’s Hack: Post regularly on LinkedIn (Mon-Fri) and see the surprising benefit of what happens and that is the awesome resumes that the lawyers and paralegals submit to your company! Alexandra Tip: To test your brand name to see if it passes the “test” use S.M.I.L.E. and S.C.R.A.T.C.H. technique (listen all about these technique in episode 481) Tyson’s Tip: Use a bland white ceramic cup to drink your water or coffee from so that when you are on videos for marketing or on Zoom meetings you don’t trigger people with your Starbucks! 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube here . Connect with Alexandra: Website Linkedin Book Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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DIY Business Branding with Lauren Felter 28:32

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Let’s talk about design! Design is something that so many law firm owners don't spend enough time thinking about. ➡️ What does your design say about your company? ➡️ Should you create a brand book for your firm? ➡️ What are some design mistakes that you’ll need to avoid? ➡️ Does design really matter? ➡️ How often should you freshen up the look of your website? These are some of the questions that our guest — Lauren Felter is answering today. She's a design educator for non designers and a former ladder climber. She spent the first decade of her career overseeing marketing operations and technical systems for a university admissions office, while also teaching design as adjunct faculty. Then in January, 2020, after intense burnout and an identity crisis at the top, she decided to blow it all. And do it her own way. So she turned her highly sought after university design course into one specifically for professionals like lawyers and business owners who aren't graphic designers, but find designing an inevitable part of their regular to-do list. 02:06 Laura’s journey … and and getting results 09:19 Design tips that attorneys should know … 11:51 Creating a brand book for your company 12:44 Design mistakes to avoid … 15:34 Paying five bucks for a designed logo on Fivverr may not be a good idea … here’s why 17:52 How do you remove your personality, out of the branding? 20:01 How often should law firm owners be thinking about freshening up their look? Jim’s Hack: How often do so many of us feel like we have to justify taking care of ourselves to make sure that people don't think we're too highfalutin? We don’t have to justify ourselves to other people. Lauren’s Tip: You are allowed to change your mind. If it’s not working or serving you right now you are allowed to figure out what's a better fit for you. Pivoting is not failure. Tyson’s Tip: Read the book Fascinate by Sally Hogshead to deep dive into creating an irresistible brand. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Laura: Website Instagram Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Starting Your Own Law Business Sooner Than You Think 28:16

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Our guest today is Deanna Johnson. She's a new guild member here at Maximum Lawyer . She has been practicing law for five years. She started out doing community property litigation with a small firm of two guys who were experts in this area. After leaving this she went on to experience insurance defense and more. While this built her expertise and confidence as a lawyer for other companies — she always knew she wanted to go out on her own, and start her own practice. She thought it would take a long time to start but after finding the Maximum Lawyer Podcast and the Guild her plans have changed! She shifted gears and planned for all the things she needed to figure out before she quit her job before she went out on her own. Which she did! Join us in this conversation where she shares about starting your own business, quickly and successfully! 03:25 The actual moment that it clicked … 04:29 First week on the job and where 90% of the work comes from 05:53 Some mindset shifts, before going out on your own 06:59 Exceptions vs. reality when going out on your own 08:30 How did you pick your practice area? 11:40 What does your day look like? 15:15 Your first hire? 17:46 Ideas for getting that revenue up 19:15 Niching down your firm's practice 21:26 Looking back, is there anything you would've done differently? Jim’s Hack: read the book called What's In It for Them ? to get into author Joe Polish (co-host of the I Love Marketing Podcast ) mindset of how important connections with other people are. Deanna Tip: Build connections by defining your target audience, then go do something you enjoy and have natural conversation with people. Tyson’s Tip: Use this easy editing app called InShot for assistance with editing your TikToks 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Deanna: Website Facebook Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Sorting Through Your Firm's Numbers Before Setting Your Goals 24:18

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Calling all lawyers — you might relate to this episode — when you've had a team member call you out. This happened to Jim the other day and in this episode he and Tyson reflect on what happened and the falling out because of it. It’s probably not what you think. It’s about numbers and it’s about keeping an eye on your firm's roles. Are they all filled? Do you need more people? What kind of people? Jim and Tyson fill in the conversation around what they do for the team and the numbers they track as well. (And you should be tracking too!) Let’s dive into today’s episode and wake up call. 04:59 RSF (relentless solution focused) and putting Jim in the hot seat today! 07:29 When you have an entire system helping to sign up cases … this is what it looks like 09:28 Starting in January goals … 11:02 Going back to numbers you need to track … according to Jim. 13:45 Looking at season over season numbers 17:38 Hiring a director of sales? Jim’s Hack: the Road Less Traveled by M Scott. Making the case that you need to be in therapy, like it's really about doing that hard work. it's a real clarion call to wake up and accept the fact that things are hard and then soldier on, hopefully with the help of someone that you can confide in and talk to and who's gonna call you out on your shit. Tyson’s Tip: Ask the question of “what can I learn from this?” to open your mind to learning. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Ugly Truth of Thinking About Adding Before Subtracting with Leidy Klotz 33:22

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Did you know that it is human nature to think of adding things into our lives before we think about subtracting? Like when life gets stressful … we add. Or when work gets too busy - we add. Today we are excited to talk to our guest Leidy Klotz, author of the book “Subtract”. We talk about our instinct to add, and answer the question of “What if we thought about subtracting?” We talk about a huge physical example of subtracting (San Francisco freeway) and a subtraction checklist that we can use to cue ourselves to stop and think about subtracting as well. For example, Do you really need to go to that meeting? Or are you just a passenger? Join Jim and Tyson today as they deep dive into this idea of: “Why do we think of adding before we think of subtracting? And what can we do about it?” Because one of the biggest challenges with subtracting is that it's invisible to your calendar. So what are the benefits to you personally and to your business? Listen in and take notes. 1:11 Meet Leidy Klotz … 04:28 Are we built to add? Is it a survival instinct? 06:06 The exercise of removing 5 things from your calendar every week AND the benefits! 08:00 How do we stop so that we can intentionally think about subtracting from our lives? 10:16 Even after we do think of subtracting, it can be hard to execute — just like the San Francisco freeway … here’s why … 14:06 What is a checklist for subtraction? And what would be on it? 19:47 What are the recommended standards for when something should be eliminated for business and personal purposes? 22:09 What about when you want to do a bunch of different things and you're trying to get it all done? (personal and business) 24:31 Time famine … and what we can do about it Jim’s Hack: Drink a gallon of water a day! Benefits = clear and healthy skin, less headaches and joint aches, plus more! Tysons Tip: Pick one of the things that you’ve been putting off in your life and start doing it, but FIRST — remove 2 things from your calendar to free up your time to do the thing that you’ve been wanting to do. Guest Tip: If you like to read books, read anything by Eduardo Galiano because he wrote the best soccer book of all time called “Soccer and Son and Shadow”. Brilliant writer! 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube or show notes here: https://maximumlawyer.com/leidyklotz477/ Connect with Leidy: Bio: https://www.leidyklotz.com/about-leidy Website: https://www.leidyklotz.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Leidyklotz Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Video Marketing Workshop + Mastermind 25:42

πριν 2 years25:42

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Have you heard? NEW in 2023 we're adding 1/2 day workshops to every quarterly Guild mastermind! If you watched Jim and Tyson live in the Facebook group yesterday, they announced that we will be kicking things off in the new year with a Video Marketing Workshop to help you create an action plan to start your YouTube channel or improve your current strategies and systems. We've jam packed this 4 hour workshop to cover everything you need to know: Content Creation Content Calendar + Ideas Building a Tribe Using Video Studio Setup Editing YouTube Setup Distribution Repurposing Content Equipment List Logistics Mastermind Schedule: Thursday January 19th, 2023 1:00 - 5:00 PM | Video Marketing Workshop 6:00 PM | Welcome Dinner for you and a guest Friday January 20th, 2023 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Mastermind Day Member Hotseats View the full mastermind schedule here. Check out the Guild community for legal entrepreneurs here. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Client Management for Lawyers Using This One Tool with Keith Lee 29:16

πριν 2 years29:16

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When one of your hacks turns into a smashing success … that’s what happened to today’s guest on the podcast. Keith Lee is CMO for a software company called Case Status. Through a phone app or website portal all law firm clients are able to check the status of their cases. Just like online banking. This eliminates roughly 85% of a law firm's inbound phone volume from current clients. With the support of the messaging system, calendaring tasks, reminders, e-signature, and stage levels, clients expectations are set about your firm's work and where everyone is in the process. This is not a case management system, but a client management system that we are talking about in today’s episode. Listen in as Keith goes over the 3 big reasons why you might want to check out Case Status to manage your clients. 01:18 Keith’s journey which a super weird non-traditional, legal career path 03:08 Keith’s insights on what mistakes most legal tech vendors make when dealing with law firms and lawyers 04:35 Making a career change … 15:06 What is Case Status? And how can it help lawyers? 21:14 What integrations come with Case Status … Jim’s Hack: This week is a mindset shift from short patient’s levels, where if something doesn’t work you quickly jump over to the next thing, TO instead of jumping around — why not try staying the course and see what happens. Tyson’s Tip: A new website and app called Wombo , that takes words you give it and creates art about those words. It could do some fun social media things. Keith Tips: Check out Naval Ravikant , micro podcast series all about his fundamental strategies to build wealth over a long period of time. Listen to this gem in less than 3 hours! Perfect for any business owner. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Kieth Lee: Website Twitter Membership Case Status Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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When the Owner Passes Away with Steven McClelland 34:45

πριν 2 years34:45

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What happens if there is sudden death in your firm and what happens for planned succession? Steven McClelland joins us today for practical tips and valuable insight on this situation. Not only because Steven has dealt with this first hand in his firm but also because he believes that as attorneys, we have to come to the realization that we are replaceable. With a staggering stat of 72% of attorney’s not having an “after death” plan in place, he is on a mission to share how to make this practical and possible. 01:05 Where do you start when it comes to getting prepared for: When the owner of your firm passes away? 02:39 Meet Steven and why this is his passion 09:27 A couple practical actions are … 12:00 What about your spouse? 15:40 These few documents are helpful …. 18:49 Where do you put your documents for people to access after death? 21:04 What about if the person doesn't actually pass? 23:10 What about your bills? Who pays them? How does this work out? 28:10 If you put together ONE document for your firm … The most important document would be is … 29:15 How plans for death affect the ways the people you love process through death. Jim’s Hack: Deep Questions Podcast by Cal Newport Guest Tip: Create a video of instructions for your team in case you die. Also think of creative ways to support and connect with your family and kids after death as well. Tyson’s Tip: Use this easy editing app called InShot for assistance with your Reels etc. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Steven McClelland: Website Blog Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Starting From Scratch w/ Sameer Khedekar 30:00

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From a small immigration law firm job to one of the top 20 Business Immigration Lawyers in the Nation by HR Executive Magazine, Sameer thought he was at the pinnacle of success. Like many, Sameer felt like something was missing, and he was faced with learning more about himself which began his journey of self-discovery. Understanding who you are, which is an ongoing process, and how that work is instrumental to having a vision and building a business based on that vision is what makes all the difference. Going back to square one, he decided to branch out on his own and find that connection with his work. He soon realized that he valued three things: freedom, service, and being a disruptive force. Building from his own experience as an immigrant and corporate immigration expertise, Sameer works to help highly skilled immigrants that struggle to navigate the severely arcane immigration system. 2:17 need to fit in 6:38 helping individuals 11:16 I don’t have to do it all myself 14:51 decision to niche down 19:06 I just start talking about this 24:03 there’s so much more Jim’s Hack: People always say, “I don’t know what to do.” If you find yourself in that situation, Les Brown said, instead say to yourself, “If I did know what to do, what would I do?” Presume you do know what to do, and just do that. Sameer’s Tip: Check out the chrome extension PDF Friendly . It makes any web page print friendly & PDF. Tyson’s Tip: When evaluating anything, always start with the positive and then move into the negative. This mindset shift is hard to change because it goes against nature. Don’t ignore the negative; just practice starting with the positive. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Sameer: Website LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The $100 Million Verdict w/ Ryan McKeen 470 27:27

πριν 2 years27:27

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He is the CEO of Connecticut Trial Firm and attorney of the highest bodily injury verdict in the State of Connecticut! With a dollar amount in mind, Ryan and his partner set out with a specific goal in mind about five years ago when it all began with his client, but this verdict certainly exceeded expectations. Something that may surprise many is that Ryan had no doubt about his goal. He set out knowing that his goal was going to happen but also knew it was going to take a significant amount of work and skill. One of the great things about Ryan is that he understands that clients are scared, hurt and confused, which is why he represents individuals every day against multi-billion dollar corporations that are focused on profits, not people. Being the first person in his family to graduate from a four-year college, Ryan has dedicated his life to putting law into plain English. 2:35 we want a $10 million jury verdict 6:23 we were not established 11:03 we really wanted to understand what they went through 14:07 initial demand of $60 million 19:51 I was in court sobbing Jim’s Hack: There’s no substitute for looking out into the future deciding where you want to be, writing it down, and then working backward to build the infrastructure to get where you want to be. Ryan’s Tip: Even if something feels out of reach for you, believe in yourself. Surround yourself will better people, go for it and figure it out because you can do it. Everything is figuroutable! Tyson’s Tip: For visuals and recreations, check out highimpact.com . For animations, check out https://www.totaltrialsolutions.com/animations/ 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Ryan: Website LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Threading the Needle w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 24:32

πριν 2 years24:32

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Do you find yourself being all in or all out? In this episode, Jim and Tyson discuss going from one extreme to another. Going beyond what is reasonable on one end to then changing your mind and heading in the opposite direction can be challenging to deal with in any law firm. While there are many people with this type of personality, one of the most important things is to have someone who can help balance you out. It’s essential to think about making progress by moving more toward a smooth and steady path instead of swinging from one extreme to the other. 2:36 walk a little faster Hacking 6:15 take violent liking to things 10:15 you’re not just one dial 14:35 picture yourself as the whole team 17:25 not being on either one of those extremes 20:42 what were the things you needed to know then Jim’s Hack: Check out the Netflix documentary called 14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible. It’s about a fearless Nepali mountaineer, Nimsdai Purja, embarking on a seemingly impossible quest to summit all 14 of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks in seven months. Tyson’s Tip: Check out the language learning app Pimsleur . Learn to speak a new language in just 30 days. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Less Friction You Have, The More Clients You’ll Sign w/ Gary Falkowitz 39:21

πριν 2 years39:21

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Gary’s lightbulb moment was when he was working as a personal injury attorney. He quickly realized that smarts didn’t matter as much as how one chooses to run their business. From there, his knowledge and expertise in the intake arena took off, and he began consulting with law firms. Gary is now the proud founder of Intake Conversion Experts, LLC, Principal Consultant at Maximum Intake Consulting Inc., Managing Partner at The Falkowitz Law Firm PLLC, and as his kids would attest to, "The Loudest Guy In The Room". He authored the book, The Complete Guide to Law Firm Intake, which is a great read for all personal injury law firms spending money to generate leads. Gary has also started a coaching program called The Intake Playbook. In this conversation, Gary shares his story, the truth he teaches to help law firms fix their intake, as well as doing everything you can to sign as many potentially good clients as possible. 2:23 the lightbulb went off 6:48 teaching law firms how to run a business 11:41 that is fantastic 14:17 how much money they're wasting 19:15 this is 100% sales 26:23 make them subject matter experts 30:35 trying to provoke thought Jim’s Hack: Check out the book Zone to Win: Organizing to Compete in an Age of Disruption by Geoffrey Moore. Established firms and companies need to play offense and defense and maintain their current position while innovating. If you stand still, you’ll get run over! Gary’s Tip: Take five minutes and call your law firm during off hours to see what the experience is like. Make up a name and use a different phone number. Tyson’s Tip: Every week pick one thing from your calendar to be removed or delegated. This will help you get to the work you were meant to do. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Check out the Maximum Intake Episodes at the links below: Maximum Intake Pt. 1 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowtiz 254 Maximum Intake Pt. 2 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowitz 257 Maximum Intake Pt. 3 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowtiz 260 Maximum Intake Pt. 4 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowtiz 263 Maximum Intake Pt. 5 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowtiz 266 Maximum Intake Pt. 6 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowitz 269 Maximum Intake Pt. 7 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowitz Connect with Gary: Website LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Financial Planning: It’s Not as Difficult as You Think w/ Darren Wurz 23:30

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From teaching to certified financial planner, Darren specializes in serving the unique financial planning needs of attorneys and law firm owners. When it comes to clarifying your needs, he takes a deep dive into getting to know and understand you and the people and things that matter most to you. Welcome back to another episode of the Maximum Lawyer; this time around, we have the host of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast and author of The Lawyer Millionaire: The Complete Guide for Attorneys on Maximizing Wealth, Minimizing Taxes, and Retiring with Confidence. Darren is active in his local community and dedicated to helping his clients transition from their working life to a comfortable retirement with confidence. 2:42 burned out 6:02 during the pandemic 11:19 the basics work 14:39 you have to be proactive and plan 19:03 how can we accomplish your goals Jim’s Hack: Don’t allow yourself to become a victim of employee blackmail. When employees say no to doing multiple things at once, you have to decide the priorities of your firm and figure out a way to make it happen. Darren’s Tip: An upside to inflation is having a high-yield savings account. Marcus.com offers a 1.7% high-yield savings account. Tyson’s Tip: For podcasting, both of us use Shure mics. Tyson’s model is an SM7B, and Jim uses a USB model, the MV7. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Darren: Website Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Holding Yourself Accountable w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 26:57

πριν 2 years26:57

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When you’re faced with a scenario like this, how can you hold yourself accountable? In this episode, Jim and Tyson discuss spot-checking yourself for accountability. There are often a million things running through your mind when something like this happens. Start by identifying the problem and then begin looking for solutions. It may not always be about putting a better system in place. It’s important to think about the process and the things that need to be fixed. When you find that the ball has been dropped, review your operations and build in what is necessary to prevent this from happening again in the future. 2:27 how to keep people accountable 6:02 our system doesn’t have alarm bells 10:21 start to finish 14:22 that’s how it’s framed 17:51 my biggest concern 20:37 file reviews on a regular basis Jim’s Hack: There’s a huge difference between having nothing on your calendar and having one thing on your calendar. Have big blocks of time away from the office where you can focus and do the high-level work that only you can do. Tyson’s Tip: Write down the different lessons learned in a journal to give to your children when they’re older. Fill it with wisdom to pass along the way so they can treasure it forever. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Never Give Up Even When Things Go Bad w/ Mike Chastaine 27:18

πριν 2 years27:18

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When you find yourself on the verge of going under, how do you turn it all around? In this episode, the author of LegalEase and one of the top criminal defense lawyer’s in the country, Mike Chastain shares how anyone can turn their firm into a profitable business while still making time for family, friends, and other interests. Mike Chastaine is an award-winning speaker and author. He is also a gifted storyteller with the ability to take complex ideas and simplify them to make them easily understood and actionable. In his career, he has been a warrior in the courtroom, committed to helping educate people, and an all around great guy. Through his experiences and great endurance, Mike has been able to weave together the blueprint for success. 2:43 about seventeen years 6:28 I stopped being afraid to say no 11:07 getting enough sleep 14:45 I need to know what my time commitment is 19:11 you want Tom Brady Jim’s Hack: Getting up and getting things moving before your mind has the opportunity to tell you no, makes things a lot easier. Mike’s Tip: Do a weekly to do list for the following week on Fridays. Doing it on Fridays gives you the opportunity to reflect on the week prior to see if you got those things done. Tyson’s Tip: Check out the book, This Is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See by Seth Godin. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Mike: Website Facebook LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Empowering Lawyers to Start w/ Carolyn Elefant 31:24

πριν 2 years31:24

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Not only is Carolyn the author of the book Solo by Choice, but she runs the longest-running blog on solo and small law firm practice. It all began with a website in the early 90s for solo and small firm practitioners. She would go on to focus on legal innovation, woman ownership, and diversity in the legal profession. Now, she’s the owner of a national law firm focused on power, pipelines, and property. Carolyn has been quoted in publications like the New York Times, featured in the ABA Journal, and appeared on the Daily Show. Additionally, her book has helped launch thousands of solo and small law firms. In this episode, super lawyer Carolyn shares how she got started before the world wide web was what it is today, how her blog has evolved, and how she is helping so many others start their own law firms. 2:43 HTML 7:18 about 20 more visitors 11:42 advancing diversity and creating new practice areas 14:12 try to be very encouraging 19:41 opportunity to build and really create something new 25:38 clerkships are a really great starter Jim’s Hack: Check out the book The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk. Carolyn’s Tip: Loom is great for quick content creation. Tyson’s Tip: A great key feature that can be found in your Google Workspace account is color coding your calendar. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Carolyn: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in Scottsdale, Arizona! The first quarterly mastermind of 2023 has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Believing in the Dream w/ Robert Ingalls 31:28

πριν 2 years31:28

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Taking the path from trial lawyer to podcast producer was anything but direct for Robert. After suffering for years with anxiety, battling long hours, intense pressure, and constant conflict, Robert knew he had to make a change. Not knowing what to do next, he stumbled upon a love for podcasts. With no marketing or business experience, he decided to start a podcast for his firm with the hope that one day he could help law firms launch their own podcast. Within four years, Robert’s dream became a reality, and LawPods was producing podcasts for the biggest brands in law! Robert is the founder of LawPods, podcasts for lawyers. At LawPods, Robert and his team help some of the premier law firms in the world launch and grow branded podcasts that build relationships, boost SEO, and drive revenue. Nowadays, Robert also enjoys teaching the art of podcasting and speaking on topics such as Podcast Content Marketing, Prioritizing Mental Health, Entrepreneurship, and Law Office Technology. If there’s one thing he wants you to know, it’s that you only need a minimal time investment to have a world-class firm podcast. 2:12 started out in criminal defense 6:23 you’ve got to get it together 10:45 biggest obstacles in the beginning 14:28 not having a plan 18:51 listen to those blocks of episodes 25:05 video, having the video on YouTube Jim’s Hack: Check out the book Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness by Sharon Salzberg. Robert’s Tip: Check out the Personal Injury Mastermind podcast by Chris Dreyer and the book Mindset by Carol Dweck. Tyson’s Tip: A good stress management tip is to declutter and clean your freaking desk! 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Robert: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Doing 75 Hard w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 28:53

πριν 2 years28:53

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Fresh off the Maximum Lawyer leadership team retreat, Jim and Tyson are excited to be moving in the right direction with clarity. In this episode, Jim and Tyson discuss a major accomplishment achieved in the last couple of weeks. Like many business owners taking on various challenges, Jim and Tyson have taken on the 75 Hard challenge, which combines fitness, nutrition, discipline, and a general self-improvement plan. They each reflect on their own journey as Tyson has moved into an elevated version of phase 1, with Jim well on his way to knocking out this paramount achievement too. With great insight, control, and determination, tune in to hear what they’ve both learned about this challenging experience. 2:03 remember our time is important too 6:48 at different times, some were harder than others 10:35 we’re no longer going to do that 14:01 my favorite part of the entire thing 17:30 eventually, there’s a tipping point 20:02 there are those breaks that are built-in 23:37 how deep you can go Jim’s Hack: Building a different persona to send out from a personal email address will allow people to text me and have access to me so I can sort through and follow up on any leads coming in. Tyson’s Tip: Check out the book, Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life through the Power of Storytelling by Matthew Dicks. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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I Thought We Had More Time w/ Tiffany Webber 27:33

πριν 3 years27:33

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Not only does she help people make smart decisions about their real estate, but she has also been awarded the North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Rising Star award. Tiffany found her way to the practice of law while working in a top-performing channel of a global corporation, and attended law school at night while increasing her knowledge of complex commercial issues through hands-on experience during the day. She is not afraid of being different from other attorneys in her market and doesn’t shy away from being the youngest or newest. In this episode, Tiffany shares her incredible journey working side by side with her late partner Ben Thomas after making the mutual decision to focus solely on real estate law. After his unexpected passing, she forged ahead with great resilience and perseverance while still executing her vision, keeping the business strong, and becoming a new mom. She will be the first to tell you that success doesn’t happen overnight. It takes years, so start now! 2:25 our styles really mesh 6:36 that was really interesting 10:53 such a transition period 14:44 he made me review it with him regularly 17:52 we don’t let things happen to us 20:30 giving myself permission to leave the office Jim’s Hack: Keep track of how big you are as a business on a spreadsheet so you can see the progress you’ve made. Tiffany’s Tip: 1) Take your big goals for the year, put them on a sticky note where you can see them, and as new projects or demands pop up, ask yourself, how does this help me meet one or two of those goals? 2) If you want to feel like an email wizard, check out Superhuman . Tyson’s Tip: If you need help remembering to drink water throughout the day, checkout the free Drink Water app. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Tiffany: Website Instagram Facebook Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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If You Want to See Growth, You Have to Hire w/ Brett Trembly 28:58

πριν 3 years28:58

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Not only does he run a staffing company for law firms known for creativity and achieving incredible growth, but the company with over 110 employees is in the top 100 for the Inc 5000! In this episode, Brett Trembly shares how Get Staffed Up has quickly grown into the largest virtual staffing company for lawyers in the United States, with the quickly scaling company having its sights set on greater heights. Perhaps the most intriguing fact about Brett is that he was an extra on Better Call Saul and participated in American Ninja Warrior. Super lawyer Brett Trembly and Platinum sponsor at MaxLawCon 2022 believes in helping businesses succeed with the benefits spreading far and wide. He is excited to provide hundreds of international jobs through Get Staffed Up while also being passionate about family time and triathlons. While maintaining his leadership, he is strongly committed to giving back, serving as a Board Member of the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Foundation, Moderator of his Entrepreneur's Organization forum, and President of the Rotary Club of South Miami, amongst others. 2:30 number 67 in the entire country 6:28 You absolutely have to hire more chefs 10:33 let’s keep it simple 14:51 it’s not just replacing people 18:27 full 100% virtual 23:41 we want a quick no Jim’s Hack: Check out the book, As a man Thinketh by James Allen. Brett’s Tip: Your life won’t change until you change how you spend your time. Check out https://getstaffedup.com/maxlaw/ for the OI90 Formula and free resource. Tyson’s Tip: Identify tasks you’re doing throughout a day or week. Pick out those several things and offload them onto a different team member who may not be in the states. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Brett: Website Facebook Instagram Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Functional Leadership Doesn’t Have to Be Hard, Hire an Integrator w/ Gabriel Stiritz 29:16

πριν 3 years29:16

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When you have an integrator implementing functional leadership over all your core areas, how much more functional could your law firm be? In this episode, Gabriel Stiritz shares how his law firm specializes in and helps people under the Fair Labor Standards Act to get people paid what they are owed. He has a unique journey that spans from art to nonprofit, and into law. Gabriel Stiritz is a results-focused operational leader. He is passionate about automation and creating strong systems that allow teams to flourish. He is definitely making an impact representing clients in all 50 states under the FLSA and currently working on a referral management platform that helps to automate and expand referral relationships between law firms. As the integrator of the firm, he takes the vision and translates it into a reality that works. With great insight, Gabriel understands the importance of having the right people on the bus, so your life doesn’t suck. 2:09 Fair Labor Standards Act 6:25 a bold prediction 10:27 five direct reports 14:40 you’re just hurting yourself 18:19 every Friday we look at our scoreboard 23:11 don’t try to do everything at once Jim’s Hack: Take a look at William Eadie’s masterclass on how to write a success story for your client. Gabriel’s Tip: If you like automation, check out MailParser . Use it for all your leads to save time on manual data entry. Tyson’s Tip: For Apple users only, go to general settings, and then accessibility. You can set up your phone to where tapping the Apple symbol on the back of your phone allows you to access different things quickly. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube . Connect with Gabriel: Website Linkedin Youtube Resources: Join the Guild Membership Meet us in San Diego! The final quarterly mastermind of 2022 still has tickets available! Become a member to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Thinking Like an Entrepreneur w/ Greg Crabtree 31:10

πριν 3 years31:10

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Greg Crabtree ! They dive into the journey of focusing less on the profession and more on the value. If you’re interested in learning more about finding a better way to balance the service you give, the value you provide, and his new book, check out this week’s episode. Greg is recognized for being a public speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He works with privately-held businesses on cash flow planning, business consultations, strategic planning facilitation, success planning, and transaction advisory services. Greg’s clients enjoy working with him as he cuts through the accounting industry jargon and helps them understand their data in an entrepreneur-friendly format. Greg is the author of “Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits” and “Simple Numbers 2.0: Rules for Smart Scaling.” He has also contributed to Verne Harnish’s book, “Scaling Up.” 2:15 turned my thinking around 6:28 if you provide value, you should get compensation 10:56 keep the cow healthy 14:31 my cash is cheap; my stock is expensive 18:48 I can do every task in the firm 23:12 find some way to do it Jim’s Hack: Book the first flight of the day and have a backup ticket in case you need it. Greg’s Tip: Start the first day of the month, take your expected labor costs (all labor), multiply it by two, make that your billable target, and get after it. Tyson’s Tip: If you’re looking to hire a personal assistant, check out Wing . Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Labor of Love w/ Neal Goldstein 26:10

πριν 3 years26:10

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Neal Goldstein ! They dive into the journey of his new book and personal injury law. If you’re interested in learning more about his new book, the shift to a more co-counsel role, and the PI trend, check out this week’s episode. Neal has devoted almost 30 years to helping victims of personal injuries navigate a challenging maze called the legal system. It has always been his goal that every one of his clients feels respected and attended to. No client should ever pass through the doors and feel isolated or ignored. He lived the first half of his life near the beach in Far Rockaway, a small community in Southeastern Queens. Currently, he lives in Long Beach, another beachfront community in the Southwestern part of Long Island. Obviously, Neal loves living near the ocean. He has been very involved in the Long Island community and, in 2000 was asked to join the Board of Directors of the Friedberg JCC and a few years later, he was elected to the position of President of the Board. Neal has always tried to stay active in the communities where he lived, whether it was being involved in youth groups, working in the area, or just keeping in touch with old friends or making new ones. 1:20 the world has changed, and so have I 4:39 maybe I shouldn’t have said that 9:20 how we’ve evolved into who we are today 12:11 why the shift 16:07 I always maintained some kind of relationship with a client 20:35 finding out what you like Jim’s Hack: Leave a legacy for your kids. Think about different ways to memorialize your journey in life to leave for your kids. Neal’s Tip: Check out the Steve Jobs commencement speech on YouTube. Tyson’s Tip: Send a text to at least one friend a day letting them know that they’re awesome! Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Fractional Leadership w/ Ben Wolf 44:50

πριν 3 years44:50

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Ben Wolf ! They dive into the journey of fractional leadership. If you’re interested in learning more about what a fractional integrator is and how they can help your firm, check out this week’s episode. Ben Wolf, founder, and CEO created the Fractional Leadership organization because he saw the complete lack of any centralized resource for the fractional executive leadership industry, whether for fractional executives themselves or for business owners looking for information about it. Ben is also the founder and leader of the largest Fractional Integrator (COO) firm in the world, Wolf’s Edge Consulting . He created Fractional Leadership to be the market leader for the Fractional Leadership industry, offering professional development, connection, peer advisory, and advocacy for solo practitioners and firms in the fractional executive industry. For business owners, Fractional Leadership is an educational resource, including the first book on the industry, Fractional Leadership: Landing Executive Talent You Thought Was Out of Reach. Fractional Leadership provides business owners with a wealth of information on all aspects of the fractional executive world, including through its blog, the Win-Win Podcast, and social media. Fractional Leadership also refers Fractional Leaders to businesses, whether a CMO, head of sales, COO, Integrator, CFO, or technology leader, giving them up to three vetted Fractional Leader referrals within three business days. 1:02 organizational chart 5:41 fractional leadership 9:03 law firms have an interesting challenge 13:30 hitting the ceiling 17:44 EOS process 21:43 that which you love doing and are great at 25:58 fractional integrator 29:12 the measurables, the milestones 33:14 they love getting things done for other people 37:16 lack of communication 40:47 what is the right structure for their firm Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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10 Things We’ve Learned Since Starting the Maximum Lawyer Podcast w/ Jim and Tyson 455 33:22

πριν 3 years33:22

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about the different things they’ve learned since starting the Maximum Lawyer podcast six years ago. If you’re curious about these many things, check out this week's episode. 1:50 you can’t do everything 5:07 you have to know yourself 9:47 running a law firm is hard 13:14 you need to have something to clear your head, not law related 17:30 how far can I go 22:19 say no a lot more often 26:06 you think you know it all, but you really don’t Jim’s Hack: Check out Lifetime Fitness if you’re ever in St. Louis, MO. It's enormous. Between massages, the office space, the cafe, and the salon, it’s an unbelievable experience! Tyson’s Tip: Check out Wing Virtual Assistant . Wing has an easy-to-use app making it convenient to find an assistant. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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6 Years of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast - Episode #2 Reair 28:58

πριν 3 years28:58

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In celebration of SIX YEARS of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast we are reairing episode #2 that went live six years ago today! In this episode Tyson and Jim discuss how to work ON your law firm instead of IN it and the importance of using what you’re doing in present to make your future better. Tyson´s Tip: Communication with your team, it´s important. Try Slack: www.slack.com . You can share everything and keep your communication in ONE place. It´s free. Hacking´s Hack: The E-Myth Revisited , by Michael E. Gerber. How to think about your business. Entrepreneur + Manager + Tactician. Learn how to balance your focus. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode! Join The Guild , a community of like minded legal entrepreneurs working to take their law firms to the next level! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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6 Years of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast - Episode #1 Reair 24:12

πριν 3 years24:12

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In celebration of SIX YEARS of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast we are reairing episode #1 that went live six years ago today! In this episode, Jim and Tyson introduce themselves and tell us how they began their law journey. Hacking´s Hack: Go on and listen to Dean Jackson and Joe Polish talk about marketing in their podcast http://ilovemarketing.com/ . Go back and start from the beginning, there are lots of great podcasts about marketing! Tyson´s Tip: Basic, but elemental: The Top Five. Every day you should write 5 things to be done. The same with your week. At the end of the day and the week they must be done. Small tasks are just fine, but write them done and get them done, this will keep you moving forward. Green pen for the completed tasks, and red for the non completed. You will hate to take out that red pen! Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode! Join The Guild , a community of like minded legal entrepreneurs working to take their law firms to the next level! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Employee Retention Credit w/ Josh Zieglowsky 25:35

πριν 3 years25:35

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Josh Zieglowsky ! They dive into the journey of Employee Retention Credit or ERC . If you’re interested in learning more about what it is, how it started, and how it can help you, check out this week’s episode. Josh has been an entrepreneur for almost 20 years. His primary focus is investing in residential and commercial real estate. Josh’s key expertise includes asset and portfolio management, broker relations, investor and client relations, banking relations, economic and demographic trends, market analysis, due diligence oversight, financing oversight, acquisition and disposition strategies, transaction oversight, and business development. When Josh first learned about the ERC , he spoke to some CPAs and payroll firms but was unsuccessful in finding a solution for his company’s filings, so he took it upon himself to help other businesses receive this credit from the government. He took the approach of the book “Who not How” to hire top experts who specialize in this niche program. With his dream team in place, Josh now leads business development and marketing at ERC Specialists . When Josh isn’t working, he’s spending time with his wife of 21 years, Taryn, and his four children. Josh grew up in Morgan, UT where he was a multi-sport athlete, but his love was basketball. Now, years later, he gives back by coaching local students to succeed both in sports and in life. 4:29 my background is real estate 8:51 supply chain 12:58 ERC 16:27 we’re doing 300 a day 20:43 we started getting the right people in place Jim’s Hack: Spend more time making your analytics better. Josh’s Tip: Read Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork . Tyson’s Tip: Streamline your mornings when it comes to your wardrobe by wearing a lot of the same things to make your life easier. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Running a Firm While Getting a $113 Million Verdict w/ Gary Burger 23:18

πριν 3 years23:18

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Gary Burger from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about how important an honest day's work is for an honest day's pay. Gary Burger has dedicated his career to standing up against bullies. The founder and principal attorney of Burger Law has helped hundreds of Missouri, and Illinois individuals and families recover the compensation that allows them to move forward. 1:12 they get paid for their shift 4:11 advocate for your clients 7:39 it fits my skillset 11:48 be gracious and honorable 15:19 it was a great case 19:04 humility and gratitude Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Let Others Do the Work for You and Feel Good About It w/ Kira Fonteneau 21:46

πριν 3 years21:46

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Kira Fonteneau from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about how to let go and really delegate to make sure you’re getting the most value out of your law firm. Kira Fonteneau is a partner and the managing attorney of the Alabama trial group of Barrett & Farahany. Kira chose to specialize in employment law because she wanted to help employees take back power. She loves disproving the notion that employers can do whatever they want and not suffer the consequences. As someone who was once mistreated at work, Kira can empathize with her clients. She understands all the ways an employer's conduct can harm a worker and is ready to zealously seek justice on her clients' behalf. 1:16 TikTok challenge 4:40 are you the best person 8:34 we’re not assessing our opportunity costs well 12:57 you’ve just saved time 16:10 giving up that control 19:01 touch base meetings Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Singing the Marketing Song w/ Becky Zobl 27:13

πριν 3 years27:13

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Becky Zobl ! They dive into the journey of how to do marketing in a way that works. If you’re interested in learning more about the better way to market, the systemization behind it, and making actionable decisions, check out this week’s episode. Becky Zobl joined the LaFleur team in mid-2018 as a project and account manager. A West Michigan native and graduate of the communications program at Grand Valley State University, Becky journeyed to Los Angeles and worked in the fashion industry after college. She then spent time at a law firm in Chicago before coming full circle and settling back in Grand Rapids with her husband and two young children. As a natural problem-solver and agent of order, Becky loves to break down problems and come up with creative strategies that sweep them to the wayside. We recently sat down with Becky to get her take on L.A. life, the importance of humor in the workplace, and the gratification of helping others do their best work. 2:29 marketing 5:14 a system to it and a science to it 9:30 we come up with a plan 14:21 understanding our client's full journey 18:51 we have an onboarding call 22:01 really understanding your clients Jim’s Hack: Spend the necessary time to ensure your marketing is consistent across your brand. Becky’s Tip: Be prepared! Block out time in your calendar to prepare for things, so you’re not flying by the seat of your pants. Tyson’s Tip: When it comes to running a law firm, staying healthy is very important. Check out the Sweat Deck App. You hit a card and get random exercises to complete. You never know what you’re going to get with each card. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Your #1 Job: Get Paid w/ Marco Brown 26:15

πριν 3 years26:15

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Marco Brown from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about the number one change you can make to transform your law firm. He still remembers the day a good friend called and asked him to help her get divorced. Hers was a very difficult situation, and while he had never done a divorce before, he knew that he needed to take her case. The night before he met with her, he stayed up until 3 a.m. reading everything he could about family law . Whatever Marco read that night worked because he got a great result. Marco has dedicated himself to becoming the best divorce and family law attorney possible and developing the best family law firm in Utah. 1:34 I had nothing 4:55 you’re not alone 8:29 I have to bill once a month 12:42 this has to be the number 1 job 15:57 just fire those people 19:16 they give me money 23:32 don’t chase money Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Dashboard Guy w/ Brian Mittman 20:27

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Brian Mittman from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about the story behind your numbers. Brian has been working since he was 14. He has probably held at least two dozen different jobs and seen people injured and hurt. One of the reasons Brian got involved with disability law is that he has a very good family friend who has been disabled his entire life, and Brian has seen how he’s struggled in order to keep working and try to work. When he was presented with the opportunity to get involved with what’s called “disability law,” he was really thrilled to be able to not only practice being an attorney, but helping other people who really need to know things about what their choices are, what they can do, and what their future may hold. 1:25 people talk to people 4:09 KPIs for my people 8:05 here is our goal 12:21 feed generating activities 16:48 they kept running Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Need for Speed w/ Jim and Tyson 30:03

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about speed. They dive into the journey of complicating systems. Check out this episode if you’ve noticed that your firm is creating complexity. It might be time to review your systems to see if things have become more complicated than necessary. 2:13 speed 6:14 we like to get cute with our systems 10:13 this is sort of obvious 14:49 sit and fix systems 18:52 maybe a pipedream 22:46 lets at least be deliberate 26:04 you’re going to be okay Jim’s Hack: Leave more 5-star reviews. Be actively generous and give them out. Tyson’s Tip: Check out Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits!: 4 Keys to Unlock Your Business Potential by Greg Crabtree. It helps you understand the difference between owner compensation and your salary. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Six Things to Keep You Delegating Effectively w/ Jess Birken 19:04

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jess Birken from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about delegating more effectively. Jess is the former CEO & Managing Partner at Urban Birken PLLC, a boutique firm that specialized in serving the nonprofit community. She has worked with nonprofit organizations for most of her career. Before becoming a private practice attorney, she spent four years inside a national nonprofit organization, Pheasants Forever. She worked her way through law school and had the beginnings of a promising career in criminal law after graduation. However, Jess quickly realized that going to court is depressing! In court, the toothpaste is out of the tube and you’re just trying to clean up the mess. Her colleagues reassured her that she would become callous and get used to the grim reality. But she thought that sounded like a terrible personal outcome and decided she needed to change course. Jess really missed the nonprofit sector. As a result, She went back to grad school and earned a Masters in Nonprofit Management. She rejoined the nonprofit sector through her work with Pheasants Forever where her role was a marriage of attorney work and federal grant management and administration. Since that time, Jess has run her own firms and is now the owner of Birken Law Office a firm designed to help nonprofits. 1:16 there are some things that suck 4:05 you know this drill 7:12 the two Bobs from corporate 10:02 why is this all worth it 14:28 in managing your inbox 17:03 it’s too weird Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Ease of Automation w/ Dustin Saiidi 27:02

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Dustin Saiidi ! They dive into the journey of the Legal Ninja system. If you’re interested in learning more about delegation, systems, and automating those repetitive data entry tasks, check out this week’s episode. Dustin Saiidi has been a licensed attorney since 2010. He runs a thriving work comp practice based out of Los Angeles. He found his staff getting burnt out from doing lots of repetitive, labor-intensive tasks so he created a legal tech company called Legal Ninja, which helps law firms replace manual data entry with automation and more than triple their efficiency. 3:08 sponsor of MaxLawCon 2022 6:58 Legal Ninja 10:14 one of the problems we have with delegating 14:03 trying to micromanage 18:16 automatically prepopulate 22:13 tech company Jim’s Hack: Be more like Apple, less like Microsoft. Remove the complexity and keep things simple. Dustin’s Tip: Check out The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller. Ask yourself, What is the one thing I could be doing such that by doing it, I will fill in the blank? Tyson’s Tip: Check out the app HiHello for digital business cards. They offer a free version and it’s easy to use. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon Q+A w/ Jim and Tyson 28:57

πριν 3 years28:57

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with some of the different speakers featured at MaxLawCon 2022. If you’re curious about what this year’s MaxLawCon was all about, check out this episode. 1:38 Guild mastermind 4:09 he delivered from start to finish 8:21 well orchestrated 12:03 such a great high 16:52 start with the sand 20:39 Kajabi 24:45 seeing where they are now Michael's Hack: Take a deep look inside your firm. You don’t want to be viewed as the firm that no one wants to work with. Hiring is challenging right now, so do awesome things to keep your people and create a good system that makes people want to apply. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Fishing with the Right Bait: Scaling Your Firm Through Webinars w/ Paul Yokabitus 22:19

πριν 3 years22:19

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Paul Yokabitus from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about how to use Facebook ad campaigns as a mechanism for scale. Paul is a talented and experienced Estate Planning Lawyer in Cary, NC who was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The economic downturn led Paul and his wife, Alix, to the Triangle where Paul attended Campbell University School of Law and later planted his roots in the Cary community. His focus on the client-attorney relationship and the peace of mind of his clients sets Paul apart from other traditional lawyers. 1:18 Facebook campaigns 4:26 pair that with an irresistible offer 8:04 webinars take it to the next level 12:16 trial and error 16:32 you’re probably giving up too soon 19:08 this is the 20 that makes the 80 Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Making a Go of It w/ Ryan Anderson 34:33

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Ryan Anderson ! They dive into the journey all about Filevine. If you’re interested in learning more about what they’re doing to improve, changes being made, and what’s to come, check out this week’s episode. As a former litigator, Ryan designed Filevine with the end-user in mind, focusing on unlocking customer and user efficiency by optimizing automation of technology. Today, rated as one of the top automation tools for legal work for a diverse range of organizations by size and function, Filevine is on a continual path of growth. Ryan led Filevine’s acquisition of both Lead Docket, the top lead intake management solution for law firms, and Outlaw, the most innovative contract and document platform on the market. In 2020, Ryan was named a CEO of the Year by Utah Business. Ryan is a proud husband and father of 6 children and resides in Salt Lake City, Utah. Ryan earned his law degree from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. His goal is to provide a comprehensive solution to business leaders in search of a workflow transformation solution. 3:04 CEO of Filevine 7:05 law firms and businesses 11:20 that can be a challenge 16:26 features I can point to 20:06 I genuinely care 25:42 new category for legal software 28:07 we’re excited to show people Jim’s Hack: Check out Storytelling with Data: A Data Visualization Guide for Business Professionals by Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic. It’s all about how to tell your story and convey information to clients, especially to your team all by using data in ways you’re not used to looking at data. Ryan’s Tip: Check out The Overstory by Richard Powers. It’s a great fiction novel about trees. Tyson’s Tip: Take the challenge and try to drink a gallon of water a day. It does incredible things for your body! Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Digital Marketing w/ Gyi Tsakalakis and Conrad Saam 45:17

πριν 3 years45:17

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Gyi Tsakalakis and Conrad Saam ! They dive into the journey of digital marketing and your legal practice. If you’re interested in learning more about tips, tricks, marketing, and SEO, check out this week’s episode. Gyi Tsakalakis helps lawyers grow their practices online. As a non-practicing lawyer, Gyi is familiar with the unique considerations of ethically and effectively marketing a law practice online. He founded AttorneySync to provide lawyers with more effective, transparent, and accountable digital legal marketing results. He proudly serves as a Co-Chair of ABATECHSHOW 2023 and hopes to see you there. He is passionate about Michigan football, coffee, and stoicism. After leading marketing efforts for Avvo, Conrad Saam left and founded Mockingbird Marketing, an online marketing agency focused exclusively on the legal market. Conrad is the author of “The FindLaw Jailbreak Guide,” a Google Small Business Advisor, and has held positions for various ABA Practice Management marketing committees. In his spare time, he enjoys publishing Cease and Desist letters from unscrupulous vendors called out for misleading the legal industry. 1:05 Lunch Hour Legal Marketing 4:18 poked the legal industry 8:46 a lot better and a lot more 13:38 that’s what tech’s all about 17:01 first Metaverse law firm 20:09 build relationships 24:06 to clear buckets in referrals 28:36 from an SEO standpoint 32:48 business development 36:07 budget Jim’s Hack: Implementing AnyTrack.io is providing a weekly sheet of all the leads to the firm that comes in and where everyone falls out of the funnel. It also tracks people from the time they come into our atmosphere, which will allow the firm to dial in exactly where the leads are coming from. Gyi’s Tip: Create feedback loops. There are often a lot of improvement opportunities in law firms, starting from the point of first contact. The feedback loop is a great way to regularly ask clients, team members, other lawyers, etc for feedback about the entire legal process from start to finish. Conrad’s Tip: All about velocity. How quickly are people moving through your funnel? This will give you a good metric for responsiveness and the ability to get people from one step to the next. Tyson’s Tip: Leaky funnel! Look and track your abandoned calls within your phone software system to see where the leak might be in your funnel. If you don’t know about it, you could be losing out on a lot of cases. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Why Automation Has Not Yet Changed Your Life w/ Melanie Leonard 18:39

πριν 3 years18:39

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Melanie Leonard from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about life-changing automation. Melanie Leonard is an attorney, an entrepreneur, and one of the leading authorities on the use of legal practice management software. She graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2002 and began practicing at mid-sized firms. Disillusioned by their inefficiencies, Melanie left to start her own firm in 2006. And, over the next 12 years, she built a thriving real estate law practice. An early adopter of Clio, Melanie became one of the first Clio Certified Consultants. She developed a passion for helping other firms achieve amazing results with their own use of practice management software. In 2018, Melanie sold her law practice to pursue her passion full time and streamlined.legal was born. In just two years, streamlined.legal has become one of the most sought-after consulting firms in the legal tech industry, having received Clio’s Partner Led Excellence Award in 2019 and 2020. Melanie lives in the Chicagoland area but stays true to her roots as a native Texan. When not streamlining law firms, Melanie enjoys playing with her two adorable kids and riding her beloved Peloton. 2:02 robotic process automation 6:23 maybe this and maybe that 9:22 it might change it for the worst 12:04 decision fatigue 15:48 to top it off Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Sales That Convert w/ Brian Reidy 20:56

πριν 3 years20:56

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Brian Reidy from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about sales and making a client’s life better based on what you have to offer. Brian was a Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney. As a prosecutor, he successfully upheld convictions of murder, home invasion, and burglary. He spent also two years in the Juvenile Division, where he worked closely with the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS), the Office of the Public Guardian, and the Public Defender to find permanent solutions for Illinois families involved in suspected child abuse, neglect, and/or dependency. Many years ago, Brian had to face a custody battle right when he was hired by the Cook County state’s attorney. He was a brand new attorney, and he was suddenly involved in a custody battle. Brian was scared. He didn’t expect to be in this situation and didn’t know what to do. Many people think that lawyers know everything, but the reality is he didn’t know anything about child custody at that time, so he was scared! Brian sat on the other side of the attorney-client table, he didn’t know what to expect or what to do. After gaining custody of his son, he learned how to help people in a similar situation. He used his personal experience, and then he gained additional professional experience with the state’s attorney, as well as in private practice. Brian has taken these personal and professional experiences, and he went out on his own because he believed there was a better way to help people through these difficult times in their life. 1:12 sales 4:24 where are they now, and then where do they want to be 8:05 what is going to happen next 12:11 I ask questions, you give some answers 16:28 time, money, and reputation 19:53 that’s the option I want Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Preparing for Maternity Leave w/ Elise, Emilia, and Lindsay 33:29

πριν 3 years33:29

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, Elise , Emilia , and Lindsay ! They dive into the journey of preparing for maternity leave as a law owner. If you’re interested in learning more about what this looks like, what needs to be figured out, and addressing various concerns, check out this week’s episode. 1:03 powerhouse 4:13 concerns 8:00 where’s the money coming from 12:08 ups and downs 16:37 it can still continue to evolve 20:10 maternity policy 25:25 absolute flexibility Jim’s Hack: Check out Best’s Buys totaltech membership. Having the Geek Squad and other benefits available is fantastic! Elise’s Tip: To stop using the word busy. Instead use the word full. Think about your life being full and full of things that you’re choosing. Lindsay’s Tip: Reflect on your customer or client experience and ask, why does this suck and how can I make it better? Emilia’s Tip: Think about hiring a coach to prepare you for maternity leave. As a business owner having the many conversations that need to be had with someone that understands is invaluable. Tyson’s Tip: To create a maternity/paternity policy and get the necessary feedback from your employees and put the policy in place. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Automating Lead Conversion w/ Kelsey Bratcher 20:41

πριν 3 years20:41

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Kelsey Bratcher from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about automating your intake process no matter your technical ability. Kelsey Bratcher is an automation expert for small law firms. He is a Zapier Certified Expert, Pipedrive Partner, and the host of the Get Automated Podcast. He has been helping small businesses leverage the power of automation for 13 years and has saved over 15,000,000 minutes for him and his client's businesses. 1:32 implement automation 5:14 scheduled with these scheduling tools 9:00 two way messaging platforms 13:15 CRM 17:04 break it down into chunks Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Things I've Learned in My First Year of Practice Ownership w/ Emilia Coto 16:31

πριν 3 years16:31

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Emilia Coto from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about the different lessons she learned. Emilia is the founder of Sisu Legal, a law firm in Windsor, Ontario. She will be opening an office in Troy, Michigan soon. Her focus is on immigration law and more specifically, family sponsorship. Sisu legal is on a mission to provide accessible, innovative, and effective legal services. Prior to founding Sisu Legal, Emilia was a lawyer at a mid-sized firm for three years. 1:11 done is better than perfect 4:24 what impact do you want to have in the world 8:28 always keep my eye out 11:03 the daily overwhelm 14:04 many different definitions of success people have Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Building Something Different w/ William Woodford 25:54

πριν 3 years25:54

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, William Woodford ! They dive into the journey of creating a next-generation law firm that challenges the status quo. If you’re interested in learning more about leaving big law, the high-value things in your firm, and the potential future of law, check out this week’s episode. William is an IP lawyer with 20 years of experience handling high-stakes litigation. Recently, he won a $31M jury verdict for his client in a patent infringement case. William uses his litigation experience to provide cutting-edge counseling on a variety of other issues, such as patent portfolio evaluation, development, and management, IP licensing, technology commercialization, and strategies for avoiding disputes. Before founding Avantech Law in 2021, William was a principal at Fish & Richardson. He co-founded Fish’s contingent fee practice and was an elected member of the firm's finance committee for eight years. He is known as a leader in creative fee arrangements, especially for start-ups and small companies that require flexibility and certainty. 2:10 Fish and Richardson 5:51 leaving big law 9:17 maximize what you can get 13:17 take two different approaches 17:17 big opportunity for boutiques 21:01 more desire for different types of fee arrangements Jim’s Hack: A couple of good questions to ask. The first one is from Dan Sullivan, asking if you were sitting here today three years from now what would have to have happened for you to feel like you’ve made progress? The other is from Jerry Colonna, who wrote the book Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up , asking, how have I been complicit in creating the conditions that I say I don’t want? Third, Nancy Kline, who wrote The Promise That Changes Everything , which asks, what might you be assuming that is stopping you? William’s Tip: With the resistance to change, there are a lot of assumptions that go with that; whether you’re a big company or small company, don’t be locked into what the industry puts in front of you. Think outside the box! Tyson’s Tip: During your weekly huddle or meeting, choose one person in your firm to have all the other people say one nice thing about them. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Where Do We Go From Here w/ Tyson Mutrux 17:59

πριν 3 years17:59

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Tyson Mutrux from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about what to do from this point forward. Tyson always wanted to be an attorney, but when he was younger he didn’t think it was possible. Neither one of his parents graduated from high school and money wasn’t something they had a lot of. His dad and mom both worked two jobs and taught him the value of hard work. As a mechanic, Tyson’s dad knew how grueling manual labor can be, so he intentionally wouldn’t let him work on cars so that he wouldn’t follow in his footsteps. 1:08 gotta get your mind right first 4:20 you should be finding out that one thing 9:24 implemented traction 13:16 those are the steps that we’re taking 16:09 systems, systems, systems Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Meeting People Where They Are w/ Jim Hacking 21:21

πριν 3 years21:21

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jim Hacking from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about if obtaining additional cases is actually what you want. Jim graduated in 1997 from the Saint Louis University School of Law. Since 2007, his practice has been devoted to immigration law. He launched Hacking Immigration Law in 2008 and his firm has grown to over 30 employees and helped thousands of individuals obtain their immigration benefits. He is the co-founder of Maximum Lawyer. He and his wife (and law partner) Amany Ragab Hacking have four children. In 2009 and 2013, the Riverfront Times named Jim the Best Lawyer in St. Louis. 1:57 break that mindset 6:30 their problem, their pain 11:14 who might know them 16:27 brainstorm with me 20:10 third point of contact Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Employment Law w/ James Hux 28:07

πριν 3 years28:07

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, James Hux ! They dive into the journey of conveying the message through employment discrimination law. If you’re interested in learning more about growth, social media, and running a tech-driven firm, check out this week’s episode. James Hux didn’t decide to go to law school until he was a junior at The Ohio State University. He had, in fact, never considered being a lawyer while growing up. His father was a pastor, his mother worked with nonprofits, and the only thing young James was sure of was that he wanted to help people. He wanted to make sure that everyone had their chance to be heard. Immediately following law school, James was fortunate enough to represent injured workers and victims of police misconduct at a personal injury firm in Dayton, Ohio. It wasn’t long before James was exposed to an employment law case and found his calling. Employment law was a perfect combination of the technical skills he had learned since law school and his innate ability to connect with people from all walks of life. He embraced the opportunity to educate employees across a wide array of industries and companies, big and small. Educate while helping them to get through a devastating time in their lives and, of course, see them prevail. 1:41 weird trifecta 4:30 what their rights are 8:38 I’m the Jedi too 12:19 structured plan 16:09 when you’re a PK (preacher’s kid) 20:25 educating your tribe Jim’s Hack: When you deal with angry people, convey to them that you hear them and understand their frustration. Tell them something like, “I will personally take this on and help you get a resolution.” It’s a very powerful statement and great customer service. James’s Tip: For those that work from home, find places outside of your home to work. It’s easy to get stuck working in the same space. A change of scenery can help a lot with productivity. Tyson’s Tip: Unsubscribe from at least one thing in your life each week for the next month. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Secret to Creating 10X Content 10X Better w/ Mike Allton 24:26

πριν 3 years24:26

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Mike Allton from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about marketing your business. Mike is the Blogging Brute. He used to publish two to three blog posts per day, anywhere from six to fourteen blog posts per week. Mike once published a blog about a live video broadcast that he had been on just a few minutes after the broadcast ended. After years of publishing, speaking, and consulting, he developed a reputation as a bit of a brute when it comes to being able to write, publish and promote a blog post fast and well. In fact, there are some who might suggest that he is blogging right at this moment! 1:25 prolific blogger 4:27 fears, issues, concerns, needs, and goals 8:07 create a new note 12:19 effective piece of content 16:14 works with all the major social networks 20:00 deeper into your site Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Color Theory w/ Brendan Ruane 11:00

πριν 3 years11:00

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Brendan Ruane from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about sensory perceptions when it comes to color. Technical Guru Brendan with FirmFlex brings a vast array of knowledge to his team. Having worked in all aspects of digital marketing, he is able to make sure that all campaigns work and tie into other marketing efforts. He has the experience and skillset to leverage technology to make marketing easier. His hands-on approach to technical aspects of social media allows him to help law firms with pixel firing, color theory, retargeting, lead funnels, and all of the intricate details that only those at the top know and understand. 1:50 what’s it like on webpages 4:34 that’s the opposite end of the spectrum 9:08 theme on the page Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Micromanagement vs. Management w/ Jim and Tyson 27:06

πριν 3 years27:06

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about the differences between micromanagement and management. They dive into the journey of what managing is, what it isn’t, and if promoting your team members is the right way to go. If you’ve been looking for a way to better understand if your team members are suitable for a different role within your firm or if hiring externally might be the better option, check out this episode. 2:06 four day work week 5:41 management is hard 9:01 have planning in place 13:51 oh, we’re lawyers 17:09 internal hiring 21:41 little kid, little problems, big kid, big problems Jim’s Hack: When someone wants to try something new, and your inclination is to say no, you might think about counting to 10 before saying no and vice versa. Tyson’s Tip: As a personal injury firm, we have replaced our medical team with YoCierge . It’s a record-requested service that integrates well with Filevine. This business decision will save our firm about $150,000 a year. It’s definitely a game-changer! Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How Every Lawyer can LEGALLY save $10,000 or More Every Year On Their Taxes w/ Larry Weinstein 22:55

πριν 3 years22:55

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Larry Weinstein from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about saving money on your taxes. Larry works with business owners to structure their affairs to legally reduce the taxes that they pay and keep more of their hard-earned dollars in their pocket where it rightfully belongs. He is the author of a number of books, including The Official Business Owner's Guide to Selecting a Business Entity-How Every New and Existing Business Can Choose the Best Entity to Operate Their Business-Attorney Edition AND Nine Mistakes Attorneys Make That Cause Them to Overpay Their Taxes ...AND Eight Major Changes of the New Tax Law-How the New Tax Law Will Affect Your Practice and Your Family-Attorney Edition. 1:29 strategic tax minimazation 4:49 share your knowledge 9:26 AGI 13:59 asset strategy 17:18 schedule c Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Nerds and Weirdos w/ Tyson Mutrux 16:06

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Tyson Mutrux from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about why you need more nerds and weirdos in your life. Tyson always wanted to be an attorney, but when he was younger, he didn’t think it was possible. Neither one of his parents graduated from high school, and money wasn’t something he had a lot of. His dad and mom both worked two jobs and taught him the value of hard work. As a mechanic, his dad knew how grueling manual labor could be, so he intentionally wouldn’t let Tyson work on cars so that he wouldn’t follow in his footsteps. He owes a lot to his parents, his wife, his family, and his friends for where he is today. Tyson can point to two moments in his life that led him to become a lawyer. The first may seem trivial to most, but it isn’t to him. On his high school graduation day, Tyson received a book from one of his favorite teachers, Mrs. Morgan. The book? The Street Lawyer, by John Grisham. The plot of the book isn’t what mattered; it was the message. Mrs. Morgan had always encouraged him to become a lawyer, and this was another nudge down that path. With the simple act of giving him that book, she was telling Tyson to follow his dream. The book is great, by the way – he still has the original she gave him. 1:38 these are my nerds and weirdos 4:08 I like weirdos a lot 9:00 Jim’s feet in socks and sandals 12:00 unlock your inner weirdo Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Advantages of Hiring Offshore Talent w/ Brett Trembly 33:52

πριν 3 years33:52

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, Brett Trembly ! They dive into the journey of hiring and culture. If you’re interested in learning more about law firm growth, delegation, and team building, check out this week’s episode. Brett is the wearer of many talented hats, including lawyer, entrepreneur, author, and delegation expert. His recognitions include the published author of the book called the Danger Zones and is part of the Inc. 5000 (x 2) club. He is an adjunct professor of Miami Law and owner of the Trembly Law Firm, where he oversees a 30+ employee team, including 11 attorneys. Brett is also the co-founder of Get Staffed Up, where he oversees a 100+ employee team. 5:10 the mock trial team 9:14 the right hire, they make you money 12:08 try to track your time 16:04 the hiring pros 20:00 double revenue 24:01 helping really amazing people 28:05 we’re on the map Jim’s Hack: Check out the book called, The Promise That Changes Everything: I Won’t Interrupt You . The lesson is to just listen without feeling the need to jump in and solve whatever someone else is talking about. Brett’s Tip: Delegate your way to freedom. Find something this week that you know you shouldn’t be doing and have someone else do it. Tyson’s Tip: Pick one KPI or one number that is the most important to your firm and put it on your wall as a reminder to track it. It will help remind you on a daily basis about what is important. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How I Run a Law Firm, Hair Salon, and Family at the Same Time w/ Alycia Kinchloe 22:20

πριν 3 years22:20

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Alycia Kinchloe from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about running two businesses at the same time. Alycia is the founder of Kinchloe Law. She earned her law degree from Temple University's Beasley School of Law. In law school, Alycia was a member of student government and was a member of Temple's prestigious Trial Advocacy Program. She also worked as a teaching assistant for the Program. Alycia later attended St. Joseph's University Haub School of Business, where she earned an Executive MBA and expanded her knowledge of business. 1:58 Blazer is my baby 6:20 that’s a skillset 10:00 moving things forward 14:14 a lot of reflection 18:03 they have your time, your full attention Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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4 Key Steps to Make KPI's Work for You w/ Jay Henderson 30:29

πριν 3 years30:29

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jay Henderson from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about how to maximize your potential. Jay is a performance & leadership expert, speaker and the author of The Ultimate Guide to Hiring Super-Stars in Any Small Business. He is also the creator of the 5 Shifts to Greater Profits – a proven method that accelerates any business result you seek. Jay is one of the most sought-after leadership performance consultants and hiring expertsin the country, regularly speaking at national conventions for business leaders. 1:56 interference everywhere 5:15 what made the difference 9:03 three core decision making dimensions 13:17 we need high standards 16:43 go in with a new KPI 20:01 problem with my profits 24:18 wrong focus, not enough trust 27:03 you need that gap Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Achieving Freedom w/ John Ting 27:24

πριν 3 years27:24

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, John Ting ! They dive into the journey of starting a law firm fresh out of law school and all of the nuggets that come with it. If you’re interested in learning more about the importance of delegation, operations, and taking action, check out this week’s episode. John is known as the Immigration Problem Solver™. His personal mission is to help lawyers be better professionals in the community and have more freedom in their law practice. He provides divorce representation for domestic violence survivors through CHETNA and DAYA on a pro bono basis. John was awarded the 2016 Pro Bono of the Year by the National Asian American Bar Association. 2:43 public interest minded mission 6:37 anticipating the future 10:09 video software 15:07 my goal is to exit 18:13 building that culture 22:07 use a call to action Jim’s Hack: A reflection piece to ask yourself is, what questions are seeking your attention at this time in your life? John’s Tip: Check out the shared inbox app called Missive . It includes email, social media messaging, and a live chat widget for your website. It offers all your tools in one place. Tyson’s Tip: For those that enjoy gardening, check out the Lomi composter . It composts paper, food scraps, and even plastics within hours to put back into your garden. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How I Made a Name for Myself Through the Media in 2020 w/ Ryan Locke 17:11

πριν 3 years17:11

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Ryan Locke from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how he became above the fold famous in the year 2020. Ryan helps people who have been injured and people who have been unjustly convicted. Formerly a public defender, he uses the same passion and relentless advocacy to obtain great results for his clients today. He has filed appeals in the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and all Georgia appellate courts. Ryan regularly appears in the Georgia Supreme Court to appeal murder cases. For his injured clients, he has recovered millions of dollars from negligent drivers and property owners. 1:08 how to become famous 5:12 structural error 10:48 looked like an IKEA 14:13 send that to every reporter Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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From Idea to Execution, How I Created a Legal Product w/ Steven Lefkoff 22:20

πριν 3 years22:20

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Steven Lefkoff from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about creating a legal product. Lefkoff Law is a full-service boutique firm that represents businesses throughout Georgia. The firm is committed to creating partnerships with clients while providing high-quality counsel. As the principal and founding attorney, Steven focuses on developing strategies that help his clients with their legal needs. He cares about his clients and empathizes with each situation. Lefkoff Law values integrity, flexibility, and results. Whether you are seeking business litigation services or Magistrate Court coaching, Lefkoff Law can help achieve the best resolution. 2:17 no financial sense 6:37 keep being that 10:08 we all discount ourselves 14:11 I’ve got to solve my problem 18:04 that was so cool Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Contract w/ Laura Frederick 29:34

πριν 3 years29:34

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, Laura Frederick ! They dive into the journey from opening her own firm to contracting. If you’re interested in learning more about the importance of building your online community, contract drafting, and negotiation, check out this week’s episode. Laura is the founder of How to Contract, a digital learning hub that helps lawyers and professionals master contract drafting and negotiation skills. She is an ex-Tesla and ex-Morrison & Foerster lawyer with over 26 years of experience, a bestselling legal author, and a LinkedIn influencer. 2:37 international contracts 6:25 time management 9:45 opening my own firm 13:37 contract tips on LinkedIn 17:14 personal contract playbook 21:07 magician’s tricks 24:23 ask me anything call Jim’s Hack: Take your one-star reviews to your community and ask them to help you out by leaving a five-star review. Taking one negative review and turning it into more positive reviews. Laura’s Tip: Use LinkedIn to give all that you have to give. Help people, add comments to other posts, answer questions, etc. Do as much as you can to benefit others without expecting an ROI. Tyson’s Tip: Check out the book, Damages Evolving by David Ball, Artemis Malekpour, Courtney Rowley & Nicholas Rowley. The approach they take is treating their clients as human beings. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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5 Ways to Grow Your Radius of Influence w/ Morris Lilienthal 22:14

πριν 3 years22:14

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Morris Lilienthal from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how to grow your circle of influence. The son of a judicial assistant for a district court judge, Morris Lilienthal grew up around the courthouse and quickly developed a passion for the law. He is a 2003 graduate of Cumberland School of Law, where he finished in the top fifth of his class. While at Cumberland, Morris served as president of Cumberland College Democrats and was on the Moot Court board. 1:41 connect with people 5:12 repurposing everything you do 10:17 do it yourself plan 14:09 people relate to that 18:14 people love recipes Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Coach Always Said Teammates Are Forever w/ Bernard Nomberg 20:21

πριν 3 years20:21

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Bernard Nomberg from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how you can make your mark. Bernard D. Nomberg has practiced civil litigation in Birmingham, Alabama, since 1995. His practice concentrates on workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, and personal injury claims. He is admitted to practice in the United States District Courts of Alabama and in the 11th Circuit, United States Court of Appeals. 2:12 marketing yourself without marketing yourself 5:35 started doing it each week 9:23 that’s what brings us together 13:53 Facebook groups 17:06 you’re enjoying the topic Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Need For Speed w/ Jim and Tyson 28:09

πριν 3 years28:09

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about the need for speed. They dive into the journey of how fast things are moving these days. If you’ve been looking for a way to speed up things in your firm, check out this episode. 2:47 mastermind prompt 5:24 automated contract 9:16 lawsuits 13:51 speed and processes 17:14 the opposition 21:42 doing the essential tasks 25:05 that’s how you win Jim’s Hack: Check out the book, Blitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massively it’s all about moving fast. Tyson’s Tip: Joey Vitale offers Trademarks for entrepreneurs; they are his jam! If you have something you need to be trademarked, check out his website . Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Niche Marketing Strategies w/ Nicole Christie 24:12

πριν 3 years24:12

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Nicole Christie from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how to get the word out about the one thing that you do. Nicole is licensed to practice in Connecticut and is a member of the American Bar Association, and Connecticut Bar Association. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Wesleyan University and a Juris Doctor Degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law. Nicole graduated from law school with honors. She also has a Certificate in Theology. Attorney Christie has been an active member of a church for over 20 years. In her youth, she served as a Sunday School teacher and Pastoral Committee Secretary. 1:03 riches are in the niches 4:20 I’m not doing anything else 7:29 trip all the way to Carol 10:58 county approach to practicing law 14:34 grow the practice 17:16 I used your name, and it worked 20:13 do your market research Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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7 Essential Questions of Marketing w/ Jordan Ostroff 24:25

πριν 3 years24:25

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jordan Ostroff from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about the 7 questions you need to ask yourself before making any marketing decisions in your law firm. Jordan Ostroff is the Lawyer with a Life. He works 3 days a week, 20-25 hours per week total, across his law firm and marketing company. Jordan's firm handles PI cases in and around Orlando, and LegalEase Marketing is a fractional CMO for law firms to help them create the same plan Jordan went through to get out of the 70-80 hours a week of work and into a much better life. Since MaxLawCon he and his family have been driving across the country and will continue that for almost a full year because why not? We only get one go through this life, might as well spend it having fun with those you love. 2:16 where are they now 5:38 LinkedIn 8:51 when in doubt, ask 12:59 there’s a flip side to this 15:55 stay consistent 19:37 a lot of repeat business 22:02 gut mom reaction Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Law Firm Finance w/ Jessica Gonifas 27:36

πριν 3 years27:36

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with CPA, Jessica Gonifas ! They dive into the journey behind the finances of your law firm. If you’re interested in learning more about normalizing the talk around money, feeling more confident in your financial situation, and strategically planning for the future, check out this week’s episode. Jessica is a CPA and the owner of Silver Peaks Accounting Services. Before starting her own firm in 2018, her accounting career adventures included working in a public accounting firm, for a large publicly traded company and in both local and state governments. Most recently, she spent over a decade working as a deputy city manager, finance director, and treasurer for the city of Evans, Colorado. During her time with the city, she tripled the cash reserves from $10M to $30M, acted as project manager for a $40M wastewater treatment plant, and managed the finances of a $12M flood recovery project. Jessica is also a mom of three kiddos. Her home base is in Colorado, where she spends most of her free time watching her active teenage boys play sports and travel around the country showing their Quarter Horses – Banjo and Jake. 4:35 climbing the ladder 7:06 vision and planning 10:13 point A to point B 14:14 potential tax consequences 17:22 driven by the way you run your firm 21:18 mastermind approach 23:52 not sure how to get there Jim’s Hack: The Obstacle Is The Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph by Ryan Holiday is a good intro to the Stoics. Jessica’s Tip: The mindset work is the most critical piece when it comes to accomplishing any goals in your business. Tyson’s Tip: If you have a Mac and iPad, you can use the iPad as a second screen. It’s very handy when you travel or if you’re working from home. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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AI & ACDC with Mike Allbee 20:39

πριν 3 years20:39

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Mike Allbee from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how to use artificial technology and other tools in your business. Mike feels a great sense of satisfaction and happiness when he helps his clients. Some of these people are going through the darkest moments in their lives, and he’s grateful that he has the knowledge and skills to help these clients tackle their challenges, head on, and make it to the other side. In Mike’s words, “There’s nothing else quite like it.” 1:33 ALF 4:29 realistic expectations 9:11 Semrush 12:42 about 52 templates 17:02 boss mode Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How I Grew to 70 Employees So I Could Spend My Time However I Want w/ Craig Goldenfarb 26:13

πριν 3 years26:13

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Craig Goldenfarb from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to hear from Craig, a recovering trial attorney, to learn not only about how to run a good firm but how to run a great law firm business. While Craig is primarily occupied with building the teams that directly manage client cases, he is devoted to serving the legal needs of his “Critical Case” clients. He directly handles pre-suit and litigation matters that involve significant loss, such as catastrophic injury cases, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, negligent security, and heart attacks in public places (AED law). Craig takes pride in being able to fight the insurance companies to obtain fair compensation for his clients. 1:34 first woman professor at Harvard Law 5:19 children were dying on sports fields 9:03 goals in certain systems 14:09 another tip to avoid overwhelm 18:24 six levels of delegation 22:11 tools to grow Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Identify Who You Are w/ Dustyn Coontz 28:16

πριν 3 years28:16

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with criminal defense attorney, Dustyn Coontz! They dive into being brutally honest about being who you are. If you’re interested in learning more about running a law firm with ADHD, learning to focus only on specific things at a time, and working through the pandemic, check out this week’s episode. Dustyn is husband to Stephanie, dad to Lily (a human) and Archie (a dog), and an eternally optimistic fan of the Detroit Lions. He also owns Coontz Law , a firm dedicated to protecting ordinary Michiganders against the Government. Currently, he spends his spare time humbling himself by taking taekwondo classes with Lily and learning to play ice hockey. Dustyn is on a lifelong quest to maximize the gifts of his ADHD. 4:52 law clerk to a probate judge 9:42 when I got the diagnosis 12:08 Adderall rules 15:47 hard to say it tactfully 19:18 little gaps Jim’s Hack: Running a law firm is often like operating on a two-track system. It’s easy to focus on fixing the problem and go on to the next thing. Instead, take what you’re doing this one time and make it, so it doesn't happen again or have a written out policy/procedure on how to fix that one thing. Doing this in the moment will better benefit you rather than trying to fix everything all at once. Dustyn’s Tip: Check out the Sparketype personality test. It helps you better understand how you work. Tyson’s Tip: For people who need to hire, start the process of hiring today. Get your job ad posted for free now. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Successfully Hire and Implement Your First Virtual Assistant w/ Joey Vitale 18:15

πριν 3 years18:15

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Joey Vitale from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can be more resilient in the seasons of uncertainty. Joey is the founder of Indie Law and trademarks are his jam! One day a client – who did not have a trademark registration for her brand – called Joey in tears. She’d gotten a cease and desist from someone who DID formally trademark the brand she’d been using. But because they beat her to it, she had to shut down her entire business operation immediately. It was heartbreaking beyond words. That’s when he decided he wanted to go full force into trademark work: making it his mission to help keep good people from losing what they worked so hard to build. As it turns out, choosing a “niche” to focus on was a game-changer for Joey – and for his business. He was able to learn absolutely everything there is to know about this specific area of the law. And he was able to grow his business to include a team of AMAZING people to help make the process not just tolerable for clients, but a total delight. 1:11 lawyers get vulnerable 4:26 the scariest moment 7:40 who are we being 10:49 the trust seesaw 14:11 all about culture 17:16 positivity and possibility Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Resilience in Uncertain Times w/ Bill Umansky 27:17

πριν 3 years27:17

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Bill Umansky from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can be more resilient in the seasons of uncertainty. William D. Umansky, or “The Lawman” as he is affectionately known by his peers, has almost two decades of experience offering “Second Chances” to clients who have either been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or who have, unfortunately, been charged with a crime. His practice is based in Central Florida, and he advocates for his clients throughout Florida. He is the Managing Partner of the Umansky Law Firm , where he directs a team of lawyers dedicated to success and to working hard to try and achieve the results the firm’s clients desire. 1:48 resiliency 5:00 one last thing 9:19 tell me what we spent 13:01 the bottom line 16:12 you’ll never escape your practice 20:33 I feel resilient 25:01 peaks and valleys Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Where You’ve Been and Where You’re Going w/ Ron Payne 34:01

πριν 3 years34:01

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with estate planning and business advising attorney, Ron Payne! They dive into the journey of jumping your firm ahead. If you’re interested in learning more about the various practice areas he’s drawn to, lessons to those who practice in multiple areas, and the struggles of running a firm, check out this week’s episode. Mr. Payne is the CEO & Managing Partner for Apple Payne Law, PLLC in Kernersville, NC. APL strives to serve the "entire family", handling family law, business advising, estate planning, and real estate transactions. When he's not busy running the firm, Ron enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 sons, serving as the Cubmaster for his son's Cub Scout Pack, camping, and video games. 3:29 high school band teacher 7:55 specialist guru 12:11 Legal Aid 15:45 business and estate planning 18:03 core values 21:22 I like change 24:40 expand 28:02 we all belong at the table Jim’s Hack: If you’re looking for that instant message, connect the team realm, check out Discord , a communication tool. It’s very functional, has a great interface, and good user experience. Ron’s Tip: There’s a platform for everything these days. Draw a picture of your tech stack using Canva for your employees to make it easier to understand what they’re using each program/tool for. Tyson’s Tip: You can always improve your marriage. Check out the Go-Giver Marriage: A Little Story About the Five Secrets to Lasting Love book. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Smashing the Middle Class Mindset w/ Christopher Nicolaysen 20:20

πριν 3 years20:20

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Christopher Nicolaysen from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can go from a limiting mindset to an abundance mindset. Christopher focuses primarily on helping those injured in car accidents due to no fault of their own. His personal injury matters include auto accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and trucking accidents. He truly enjoys helping clients through difficult times and helping them get the compensation they deserve. 1:49 five mindset shifts 3:50 Matthew Fox 7:04 Revenge of the Nerds 11:01 slow down for a minute 15:12 betting on yourself 19:01 actionable items Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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What All You Fools Need to Know About the Content You're Creating w/ Pete Salsich 21:05

πριν 3 years21:05

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Pete Salsich from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about the ins and outs when it comes to the content you choose to use. Pete is an experienced intellectual property attorney whose practice is focused on advising large and small companies and entrepreneurs regarding the creation, protection, and use of intellectual property, in both litigation and transactional counseling, particularly in the media, technology, and entertainment industries. 1:50 we’re making a video 5:06 repurpose 9:24 infringing their copyrights 12:39 the public interest 15:20 Getty’s images 18:08 Tik Tok Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Going All In w/ Adam Rossen 28:58

πριν 3 years28:58

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with criminal and DUI defense attorney, Adam Rossen! They dive into the journey of building an incredible law firm. If you’re interested in learning more about incremental growth, strategic marketing, and the importance of systems, check out this week’s episode. Adam Rossen is the founder and CEO of the Rossen Law Firm . He was born and raised in South Florida and grew up knowing that he wanted to become either a doctor or lawyer because he wanted to be someone who helps people. He quickly realized that law would be the path for him and became a prosecutor in Broward County after graduating from the University of Miami School of Law. Adam left the prosecutor’s office in 2008 because he wanted to help people in a deeper, more meaningful way as well as satisfy a deep desire to start his own business. Since then, Adam has grown his firm to a 13 person powerhouse team while pursuing its mission to "Help Good People When Bad Things Happen so They Can Achieve Their Best Future." 4:23 criminology 9:19 six criminal defense attorneys 13:06 15 interns over Zoom 16:53 cash can be a problem 19:21 market to the type of client you want 24:10 you don’t have a bookkeeper Jim’s Hack: Make yourself binge-worthy. Create content on a regular basis, so your market can consume as much from you as they can. Adam’s Tip: Take action! Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare. - Japanese proverb. You need the vision and to take action. Don’t get caught up in the daydream alone. Tyson’s Tip: Check out the Speechify app. It’s an easy-to-use app that reads articles, docs, emails, etc., to you. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Recovering From a Loss, What I Know w/ Johnnie Finch 15:35

πριν 3 years15:35

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Johnnie Finch from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can better deal with anxiety, a loss, and to stop putting things on your back. Born and raised in Northeastern, North Carolina, Johnnie was a juvenile counselor before deciding to go to law school at 29. He has run a solo criminal defense practice for the last 8 years or so, where he handles major crimes to traffic tickets, but in the last year, Johnnie has shifted to a majority indigent defense model. He has learned that when you treat your clients with respect, the court and prosecutors sometimes treat them with respect. 1:26 my friend Rich 4:40 high anxiety high pressure profession 8:28 physical or emotional trauma 11:21 Andrew Brown 14:09 what actually can we control Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com . Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Creating A Rockstar Executive Team w/ Ryan Anderson 22:37

πριν 3 years22:37

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Ryan Anderson from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about hiring execs, recruiting, and building your firm. Ryan Anderson is the co-founder and CEO of Filevine. Before starting Filevine, Ryan was a founding partner at a western-states firm focused on personal injury, mass tort, and employment class action. With lived experience litigating hundreds of cases, including successful trials with 7-figure settlements, Ryan faced stress and process issues at his firm. He decided to build a solution to solve his problems. Today, rated as one of the top automation tools for law firms, legal departments, and businesses, Filevine is on a continual path of growth. Ryan is a proud husband and father of 5 children and resides in Salt Lake City, Utah. His goal is to change the face of legal work and help lawyers be happier, less stressed, and better equipped to achieve their goals. 1:21 recruiting 4:29 administrative 7:54 conflict based profession 10:27 built a team 12:36 LinkedIn profile 15:15 take them to lunch 18:06 radical honesty 21:37 most football teams can’t have more than one star running back Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Law Student Connect w/ Jordan Gardner 28:35

πριν 3 years28:35

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one of the founders of Law Student Connect, Jordan Gardner! They dive into the journey of how this platform came to be and what it’s all about. If you’re interested in learning more about connecting law firms with law students or anything in between, check out this week’s episode. The first time Jordan sat across the table from his senior partner and watched him strike his time entries from a client's bill was a defining moment in his life. Because of the compensation structure, every stroke of his pen was money Jordan wouldn't be receiving, and time he could never get back. When he left his office, he started dreaming of a better way to hedge the risk of wasting time on tasks that clients wouldn't pay full price for. That's how Law Student Connect was born. In 2019, Jordan left his job and jumped fully into creating a platform specifically for attorneys to outsource legal research, drafting, doc review, and other basic tasks to law students who were anxious to test themselves on real-world projects. 4:50 at the tail end 8:34 people-oriented person 12:13 hire entry-level law students 18:36 law students are hungry for this 23:40 work is not as routine or predictable Jim’s Hack: Whether you join the Guild or not, owning a law firm can be isolating, so make sure you have a place to go where you can find the support you need to let go of your stress. Jordan’s Tip: Check out the productivity app called, Text Expander . For a small monthly fee, you can type in 6 keystrokes and generate a predefined paragraph, which saves you time. Tyson’s Tip: The DJI Mimo camera is a handheld camera that has delivered amazing results. You can control the camera remotely from your phone. They also have an app that you don’t need the camera for called, LightCut. You can take a group of videos or photos, click a button, and it will put together a promo video. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Stop Underestimating The Value of Intake w/ Gary Falkowitz 23:46

πριν 3 years23:46

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Gary Falkowitz from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about how you can capitalize on leads, maximize revenue, and improve your intake process. Gary P. Falkowitz is the Managing Partner and Founding Attorney of the Falkowitz Law Firm PLLC‚ one of the premier personal injury law firms in New York. Gary received his J.D., in 2005 from St. John’s University School of Law, where he was a member of the Senior Board of the Moot Court Honor Society. After law school, Gary served as an Assistant District Attorney with the Kings County District Attorney’s Office, where he sought justice on behalf of the Kings County community. 2:02 intake whisperer 5:26 the competition is more intense than it has ever been 8:42 escalation procedure 12:29 fear 15:36 digitally impress them 18:47 the one call close 22:34 follow up with web leads Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Tickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Post Pandemic Office Space w/ Billie Tarascio 23:54

πριν 3 years23:54

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Billie Tarascio from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about Billie’s post-pandemic law firm, the review of her systems, and her experience on the path to continuing becoming an expert in the field. Billie Tarascio has been pushing the boundaries for how to build a successful law practice since starting Modern Law in 2008 in Mesa, Arizona. After graduating from Law School at the University of Oregon, she started seeing what many lawyers see. “Most of the people who needed our help couldn’t afford attorneys and lawyers needed more work,” she says. Searching for a better way of doing things for attorneys and clients alike, she started by building a low-cost law firm to help clients during a difficult economy. Alas, the numbers didn’t work, she recalls. “I needed to find some way of making divorce cheaper,” she said. That’s when she built Access Legal, a cloud-based document automation software for clients to help them create their own forms and filings, ostensibly with the coaching help of an attorney or paralegal. Still, clients were not always comfortable creating legal documents. But technology continued to drive the bottom line in her firm, where she developed techniques to tweak results that she’s been sharing with other lawyers around the country. Through her experiences and driven by metrics, Tarascio has developed the steps to create and assess changes to any law firm, and drive measurable increases in company profits – which ultimately serve clients with better service. Tarascio has four children ages 3 to 14 and lives in Gilbert, Arizona. 1:26 made predictions 4:01 demand is off the charts 7:28 client advocate role 12:55 Google mind business 16:20 where are the people searching 20:17 what is the purpose of the locations Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Tickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Communication Is Crucial w/ Janet Falk 29:23

πριν 3 years29:23

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with communications specialist, Janet Falk! They dive into the importance of communication. If you’ve been thinking about how communication could be helpful to improving your practice, check out this week’s episode. Janet Falk is a Communications professional with more than 30 years of experience in-house and at public relations agencies. She advises attorneys at small law firms and with a solo practice on Media Relations and Marketing Communications to: attract new clients, remain top of mind with prior clients, keep in touch with referral sources, help recruit associates, generate a news story about litigation that puts pressure on opposing counsel and achieve business goals. Janet leads workshops on these topics and advises on media relations, website, LinkedIn profile, articles in non-legal industry trade publications, and client newsletters, among other areas. She has published articles on Media Relations and Marketing in The New York Law Journal, The New Jersey Law Journal, and Marketing the Law Firm and is a frequent speaker on webinars and podcasts about Public Relations and Legal Marketing. Speak with her for a complimentary Strategic Communication Session (30-minute consultation) to assess your Communications activity and online presence. She guarantees TWO IDEAS. 2:15 octagonal peg 6:15 why should anyone care 11:29 you’re not saying no comment 16:09 broadcasting industry publications 20:04 into the media too much 24:32 promoting everything that you do online Jim’s Hack: When you talk about coaching, it’s an investment, not a cost. I challenge you to have a growth mindset. Janet’s Tip: Check out some of my e-books on topics such as networking, LinkedIn, and how you can be the one reporters call. You can access them here . If you’d like to keep in touch for more tips, subscribe to my newsletter . Tyson’s Tip: Check out the TED Masterclass App . It offers a lot of great information. It’s about speaking, specifically the TED style of speaking. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How A Lawyer Changed My Life w/ Jim Hacking 14:05

πριν 3 years14:05

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jim Hacking from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about Jim’s amazing journey that started him on a path to becoming a lawyer, the need to find something bigger than himself, and advocating for others. 1:20 Susan Carlson 3:35 a warrior 6:16 never been named 9:20 made on my behalf 11:30 you’re changing the trajectory of people’s lives 13:31 be your best self Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Tickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Force Multipliers w/ Dave Frees 48:38

πριν 3 years48:38

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Dave Frees from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn what spies, interrogators, and special forces operators can teach you about having a better and more profitable practice. Mr. Frees heads the Firm’s Trust, Estate and Wealth Preservation Section, and Co-chairs the Elder Law Solutions section of the Firm. He serves or has served, on the boards of multiple trust companies and trust committees. Dave has appeared on National Public Radio (NPR), and is a frequent speaker in the areas of trust and estate planning and administration and communication and presentation skills. He has been awarded the designation of Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in Philadelphia Magazine in multiple years (by Super Lawyers©, a Thomson Reuters Company). Dave was named as a “Top Lawyer” in Trusts, Wills, and Estates by Main Line Today Magazine. 2:49 the handshake interrupt 5:07 force multipliers 8:48 deploying tactics 12:47 flash of blue 17:31 just keep the milk in the cup 21:03 subtle tweak in the content 25:00 direction for my law firm 30:19 yes you can 36:48 the time value of money 41:40 what are their gains and pains 45:14 loop back in Tickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Talking MaxLawCon 2022 w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 28:50

πριν 3 years28:50

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about MaxLawCon 2022! They dive into the nuts and bolts about the conference. If you’re craving community, looking for that growth mindset, and want to know what could be possible with your firm, check out this week’s episode. 4:45 the right mindset 8:14 crushing it 11:51 the topics 14:42 the vision track 18:19 breakouts 25:04 clickable title 28:24 killer presentation Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How Your Law Firm Changes Over Time w/ Ty Shepard 26:48

πριν 3 years26:48

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Alabama bankruptcy lawyer, Ty Shepard! They dive into the journey of entrepreneurship and finding that community of support. If you’ve been thinking about how to navigate the growth and changes of a law firm, check out this week’s episode. Ty's practice focuses on helping businesses reorganize their financial and organizational structures inside and outside of bankruptcy. He represents business debtors, creditors, trustees, and other parties in bankruptcy courts. Ty also represents taxpayers before the U.S. Tax Court and federal agencies. Ty is a former president of the Young Lawyers Section of the Huntsville/Madison County Bar Association, Treasurer of the Huntsville/Madison County Bar Association, a member of the Committee of 100, a graduate of Leadership Huntsville/Madison County - CONNECT Class 16, and a volunteer with the Huntsville Volunteer Lawyers Program and Wills for Heroes. Ty has taught continuing legal education classes on creditor's rights, general bankruptcy matters, taxation of decedent estates, and Alabama sales and use taxes. He is a member of the American Bar Association Section on Taxation, the Alabama State Bar Sections on Taxation and Commercial Litigation/Bankruptcy, and the American Bankruptcy Institute. 4:02 the team 8:04 like-minded community 13:23 draw down to get a niche 16:04 refining your marketing 19:34 vision Jim’s Hack: One of the first times talking about how my wife and I’s personalities were different was when I read a book called, Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus . It gave us a language to talk about without blaming each other. Today, all people who work for us complete a Kolbe A Index test. Ty’s Tip: We all get caught up in the comparison game. By making yourself a price leader in your market, you can stand out from the crowd. If there’s one thing you can do it’s raise prices. If there’s any way you can do it, pass those costs along. Tyson’s Tip: Go through your phone and declutter. Delete all those apps you don’t use. If you haven’t used it in the last 3 months, you’re probably not going to use it in the next 3 months, so get rid of them. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Growth Tips Deep Dive w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 52:32

πριν 3 years52:32

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson take a deep dive with eleven different guests to chat about growth, things they’ve learned, hurdles, and things they’ve had to overcome in their law firms. If you’ve been looking for successful ways to grow your firm, check out this rapid-fire episode. 3:00 make decisions ahead of time 8:21 culture, culture, culture 11:35 core values 13:42 systems, processes, hiring, and consistency 17:25 growth has been great 20:47 drive referrals 22:53 listen to your team 25:43 build out the seat 29:52 talk about vision 33:05 data is critically important 37:45 grandma’s on Etsy 40:11 automated with a human touch 44:37 be okay taking that one step to get unstuck 47:37 always be learning and see what other people are doing 50:53 building up something bigger Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Myth of Sisyphus w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 27:06

πριν 3 years27:06

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about what it takes to be a successful law firm owner. They dive into the journey of how to separate yourself from the daily tasks and the big rocks that come your way. If you’ve been looking for a way to systematize your firm and have it be less person-centric, check out this episode. 2:39 myth of Sisyphus 5:54 push the rock up the hill 8:46 we know we shouldn’t be pushing the boulder 11:45 leadership meeting 15:08 be nimble 18:34 succession planning 22:48 case to case stuff Jim’s Hack: Remember to be mindful and to be present at the moment. If you’d like to learn more about the fundamentals, being in the moment, and breathing, check out Guided Meditations by Tara Brach. Tyson’s Tip: Put a systems team in place to build out your systems. Having one in place has allowed my firm to quickly test things and see how they will work and implement as necessary. Watch the podcast here . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Finding True Confidence and Courage w/ Tommy Breedlove 30:42

πριν 3 years30:42

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with best-selling author Tommy Breedlove! They dive into why your success, money, or stuff doesn’t ultimately fulfill you. If you’re finding yourself in a place where you need to make yourself a priority and find your self-respect and self-love, check out this week’s episode. Meet Tommy Breedlove , the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Author of the Book, “Legendary” and the founder of the Legendary Life Movement.… A movement that empowers driven people to be Pros in Leadership, Business, Mindset, & their Relationships. Tommy challenges high achievers to stop chasing the Ghost of “More” & “When” and lean-in to the Legendary leaders, spouses, and humans they were born to be. As a Premiere Leadership, business, relationship, and mindset coach who is a regular featured keynote speaker at global events, Tommy started his 20-year corporate career at one of the largest financial consulting firms in the world, and eventually became a shareholder, the International Practice Leader, and a member of the board of directors for one of the largest public accounting and financial firms in the southeast U.S. At the top of his career, Tommy experienced a transformational moment inspiring him to walk away from the corporate world to change his life and follow his true calling. Tommy now serves clients and audiences everywhere by empowering them to build and live Legendary Lives. He guides people to discover a life of significance without compromising their drive or ambition. The simple tools he shares show them how to work in their zone of brilliance, obtain financial confidence, and live with meaning and balance. The goal is to help everybody to become the person they’ve always wanted to be. When Tommy isn’t speaking or serving his clients, he enjoys traveling the world, hiking, and spending quality time with his wife and two dogs. 4:47 lead others better 7:26 my mind game and heart game 11:57 dangling that carrot 14:02 cut cable 17:45 more and when 21:05 keep up with the Joneses 24:02 shoulder to shoulder with you Jim’s Hack: For some interesting approaches, check out the book Scaling Up Compensation 5 Design Principles for Turning Your Largest Expense into a Strategic Advantage by Sebastian Ross and Verne Harnish. A good book and a great read. Tommy’s Tip: Do you want to live your life for that story you tell in your brain? We’re all telling ourselves a story, and most of it is not true. You can rewire your heart and mind and tell yourself a different story. To learn more, check out my book Legendary . Tyson’s Tip: If you enjoy travel perks and discounts, check out the American Express platinum card . Listen to the podcast here . Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Freedom To Do Whatever You Want In Your Law Firm w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 24:28

πριν 3 years24:28

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another on this solo co-host episode! They dive into the mega benefit and detriment of owning your law firm. If you’re finding yourself in a place where unfettered freedom needs to become more fettered, check out this week’s episode. 3:13 EOS test 6:35 structure and attach 9:10 sitting in things 12:19 small firm owner 15:25 get the work done 19:36 formulate your package Jim’s Hack: The real value of getting together with others at something like our mastermind is the conversations you have, including one that took place with Elise Buie, who runs her law firm remotely, with the subject being about culture and gift-giving. Remember to be generous and love on your team. Tyson’s Tip: If you don’t always have everything planned out for your trips, check out the TripIt app. If you’re looking for a more organized trip the next time you travel, get the app, it’s free. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Running Your Law Firm Like A Well Oiled Machine w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 29:58

πριν 3 years29:58

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another on this solo co-host episode! They dive into knowing your numbers in your law firm, giving you the basics, and the core principles needed. If you need some motivation to look into your law firm numbers and learn what they teach you, check out this week’s episode. 2:50 before you knew your numbers 6:32 numbers flowing in your firm 9:44 referrals and referral sources 12:14 leads, consults, and signups 17:00 don’t be afraid of your number 21:13 not every dollar is created equal 23:54 track your case duration 27:18 flipping it like a pancake Jim’s Hack: Check out the Amazon Prime Documentary, Conan O’Brien Can’t Stop . When you’re going through a big fundamental thing happening in your life, watch this. Tyson’s Tip: An easy way to shorten your average case duration is to limit the number of court appearances per case. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Finding, Grinding and Minding w/ Jane Muir 29:46

πριν 3 years29:46

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with commercial litigator, Jane Muir! They dive into the life of being a sixth-generation attorney, dialing into her practice, being active in the bar, and taking to the systems within her niche. If you’ve been thinking about how to get involved in your local community and setting your firm apart from others, check out this week’s episode. Jane Muir is a Florida attorney whose practice focuses on business transactions and litigation . A sixth-generation attorney and fourth-generation resident of Miami, she grew up working for her father's firm and has done every job in a law firm. She founded her practice out of necessity after being laid off from her first position as an associate six months out of law school. She joined and became active in the voluntary bar and earned several leadership positions while seeking to generate business, including serving as president of the Miami-Dade County Bar Association. She has been following the Maximum Lawyer Podcast for several years and was an early adopter of the Maximum Lawyer Guild. 3:55 the family business 8:09 risk tolerance 10:16 the ten things 13:03 getting involved 16:53 setting yourself apart 20:33 rededicating time to your firm 24:54 finder, minder, or grinder Jim’s Hack: Think about sending out at least one thank you note a day to various people who have been there for you or helped in some way. Jane’s Tip: Find a college student that lives in your area and hire them to run errands for you. If you can’t find one, check out TaskRabbit . Tyson’s Tip: Check out RingCentral . It’s much better than what it was and has come a long way from all those years ago. The user interface is easy to use, and it syncs with Zoho. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Don’t Let the Person You Want to Become Hate the Person You Are Today w/ Brooks Derrick 32:37

πριν 3 years32:37

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with personal injury lawyer, Brooks Derrick! They dive into the ups and downs of being a lawyer, learning what you want, and the journey to becoming a better lawyer. If you’ve been thinking about how to find your focus and need to make some changes, check out this week’s episode. Brooks Derrick is the husband of a wonderful woman, the father of two (soon to be three) wild boys, and a personal injury lawyer in South Carolina. He runs his law firm, the Derrick Law Office , in Simpsonville, SC. 4:55 Charleston Law School 8:59 house of cards 12:40 unprompted compliments 15:37 baggage in your head 19:28 hop back in 26:00 forming a plan Jim’s Hack: Add a simple marketing card or a way for your firm to ask clients if they’re satisfied or unsatisfied with the service you’re providing. It’s an easy tip to find ways on improving your business. Brooks Tip: Don’t let your future self or the person you want to become hate who you are today. Remember that you're an awesome lawyer, focus on the things you’re doing well. Tyson’s Tip: Pick a realistic goal for the quarter, set a reward for it, tell your team about it, and go after it. It’s a good way to dip your toe into scaling up and gain traction. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Cyber Security for Law Firms w/ Tom Kirkham 28:58

πριν 3 years28:58

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with the CEO of Iron Tech Security, Tom Kirkham! They dive into the journey of cyber security defense systems and educate and encourage organizations to establish a security-first environment with cyber security training programs to prevent successful attacks. If you’ve been thinking about how secure your law firm is, check out this week’s episode. With over 40 years of experience, Tom is the creator of Iron Tech Security . A managed services provider offering IT services to law firms. It’s an all-in type of service providing a maximum relentless cyber security program. 3:03 structure 7:27 security team 9:55 Ransome wear attack 16:10 encrypted email service 19:49 recognize your threats 20:13 cost to protect your law firm 22:12 protect your privacy 24:20 be proactive Jim’s Hack: Check out the Book, Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking by Jonathan Acuff. It’s all about the messages we repeat to ourselves over and over. Tom’s Tip: If you want a deep dive into the topic of cyber security, check out these two books. This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms Race by Nicole Perlroth and my book, The Cyber Pandemic Survival Guide , that you can pre-order now. Tyson’s Tip: Check out Tile . It’s one of the easiest ways to find lost items. Never lose anything. Tile can locate items like your cell phone quickly. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Law Firm Delegation, Strategies, and Challenges w/ Marc Karlin 26:42

πριν 3 years26:42

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with a fellow Guild member, immigration, and medical malpractice attorney, Marc Karlin! They dive into the journey of delegating tasks, and some of the challenges firms face over the years. If you’ve been thinking about starting the delegation process and learning about some of the challenges firms might be up against, this episode is for you. Marc Karlin practices primarily personal injury and medical malpractice in Southern California. In the mid-1990s, after working at various insurance defense firms for approximately 5 years, he joined his late father, Philip, to form Karlin & Karlin . Marc’s father was a certified immigration specialist, and he practiced in that field for most of his career. When he and Marc worked together, Philip handled immigration, and Marc handled all the non-immigration work. When his father died in 2017, he assumed his immigration practice, which continues to this day. Marc’s dad died three days after they had moved out of their office of 23 years to their current location. Their main office is in Glendale, CA, which is adjacent to the Los Angeles city limits. In the summer of 2020, they opened a satellite office 50 miles to the east, in Corona, which is in Riverside County, halfway between Los Angeles and Palm Springs. 4:40 money in files 8:00 learning as you go 11:37 strategize 13:29 two different practice areas 15:24 bottlenecks 19:32 losing your law partner 22:50 delegation Jim’s Hack: Check out The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma. Marc’s Tip: During anxious or worrisome times, think back to the clients you’ve helped and what they’ve told you. As you get older, you learn to appreciate these things, so stay in a positive mindset. Tyson’s Tip: Don’t buy another book until you’ve read the ones you’ve got and want to read. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Hard Earned Dollars vs. Easy Money w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 26:21

πριν 3 years26:21

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about Dan Kennedy’s concept, the difference between hard-earned dollars and easy money. They dive into the journey of what hard-earned dollars versus easy money looks like. If you’ve been grinding away, this episode talks about leveraging for better results and how to make things better. 1:50 concept of easy money 4:07 contingency fees 7:00 hard work 10:13 where did all the workers go 13:57 psychological barriers 17:32 leveraging 21:09 is the guilt warranted Jim’s Hack: Check out Dan Kennedy’s Magnetic Marketing Podcast . Tyson’s Tip: Check out the next-generation paper tablet, the reMarkable 2 . It replaces your notebooks and printed documents with a tablet that feels like paper. Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Leaving Big Law w/ Jeremy Baker 27:02

πριν 3 years27:02

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with a Guild member and construction attorney Jeremy Baker! They dive into the journey of leaving the big law firm and going solo. If you’ve been thinking about making a similar move, this episode talks about his experience, journey, and advice. Jeremy S. Baker, a Chicago-based construction attorney, founded Baker Law Group LLC in 2019 after nearly 18 years at AmLaw 100 and 200 law firms. Podcasts like Maximum Lawyer convinced Jeremy to "go solo" after spending nearly fourteen years at Schiff Hardin LLP, where he was a partner and a member of its national Construction Law practice. In addition to practicing law, Jeremy runs a consultancy, Operation PalmTree , which aims to help "big law" attorneys break free and launch their own law firms. 4:40 things to do 7:30 tools and resources 10:01 substantive work 13:00 hiring 18:00 clientele 20:05 five years from now Jim’s Hack: Every dollar is not created equally - sit down and review your various case types to understand which ones offer the most value for the amount of time spent and obtain more of those cases. Jeremy’s Tip: Believe in yourself, run fast, take some risks and if you make a mistake, course correct but keep moving forward. In the words of Mark Zuckerberg, “Move fast and break things.” Tyson’s Tip: Check out Alignable , where connections form relationships that become referrals. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Maximum Lawyer Brand w/ Becca Eberhart 19:58

πριν 3 years19:58

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In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Maximum Lawyer’s Brand Manager Becca Eberhart! They dive into the evolution of Maximum Lawyer over the last two years and tease a little of what’s to come. If you like getting to peek behind the curtain, this episode goes behind the scenes of the Maximum Lawyer brand. 1:06 Becca’s journey 4:24 expectations 6:20 what’s included currently 8:00 growth mindset 11:10 small but mighty team 14:05 the conference 15:09 advice to future presenters 16: 20 tips for future presenters Jim’s Hack: The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma - what is something new that you’ve tried? Becca’s Tip: Be courageous and apply to speak at MaxLawCon 2022! Tyson’s Tip: Try sharing your iPhone or iPad screen on your next Zoom call. On Zoom, click share and it gives you the option. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Supporting Clients Through the Process w/ Nathan Harris 26:05

πριν 3 years26:05

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Nathan Harris. Nathan has been focused on helping people in the Hispanic community in Alabama for most of his life. His mother is from the tiny Spanish speaking country of Ecuador in South America and met his father while he was stationed in the peace corps in Ecuador in the 1970’s. After Mr. Harris’ parents were married in Ecuador, they moved to this country, the country of opportunity. Mr. Harris was born shortly thereafter and took advantage of this opportunity granted to him by going to law school at the University of Alabama. Mr. Harris opened the firm in 2010, which eventually became Abogados Centro Legal , by building trust, fighting hard, and taking advantage of opportunity. Today, Abogados Centro Legal is still helping Hispanic folks solve their legal problems in the following areas: serious injuries, car wrecks, accidents, overtime and minimum wage disputes, and immigration. Our Hispanic clients rarely feel comfortable with the U.S. legal system at first; but our firm, being fully bilingual and bicultural, is able to better relate to the Hispanic community and set our clients at ease during these stressful situations. All people, including undocumented immigrants, have rights and access to justice. Everyone who has been injured, through no fault of their own, has the right to seek justice in the form of a jury trial in a court of law. We assist our clients in telling their stories and fighting for the justice they deserve. We also assist other attorneys to navigate the complex issues that arise in civil cases involving Hispanic clients. 3:20 learning from experience 3:53 buying a firm 5:44 marketing to a niche clientele 9:54 finding the right people 16:12 marketing in Spanish 17:28 getting rid of a practice area 18:53 direct referrals 20:20 helping clients 100% through the process 22:08 can’t be too serious with yourself Jim’s Hack: Steven Levitt’s Book: Freakanomics or watch the TED talk : The freakonomics of McDonalds vs. drugs Nathan’s Tip: Listen to the Maximum Lawyer podcast ! Tyson’s Tip: Try out Finilize for personal accountability! Get yourself an all access pass to Lorman.com to give your staff courses to learn at their own pace. Watch the interview here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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What Do I Want w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 24:14

πριν 3 years24:14

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson want you to ask yourself “What Do I Want?” 2:53 what do I want 7:05 you are the creator of your life 8:03 not saying no enough 10:02 it’s ok to want 11:55 convey to your team 14:20 reverse engineer it 17:44 what you deserve 19:59 confidence relates to success Jim’s Hack: Giving tips can help make your life better. Tyson’s Tip: Say no simple things to free up time for yourself. Watch the interview here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Running a Law Practice in Modern Times w/ Megan Zavieh 28:31

πριν 3 years28:31

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Megan Zavieh. Megan focuses her practice exclusively on attorney ethics, representing attorneys facing State Bar disciplinary action, providing guidance to practicing attorneys, podcasting about legal ethics on Lawyers Gone Ethical, and writing about ethics including her most recent book for the ABA - The Modern Lawyer: Ethics and Technology in an Evolving World 2:50 reducing stress for colleagues 4:10 focusing on investigating 6:35 communication issues 7:20 feast or famine 10:50 personas 15:20 running a law practice in modern times Jim’s Hack: Jim is a 10 quickstart and 3 follow through on the Kolbe Index and recommends using Finilize for accountability. Megan’s Tip: Set up a 10 minute limit in the screen time setting for your email app on your phone. Tyson’s Tip: Questions to ask your kids: What was the best day of your life so far and what was the worst day of your life so far. Watch the interview here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Legal Writing w/ Brooke Bove 27:38

πριν 3 years27:38

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Today on the podcast Tyson sat down with Brooke Bove . Brooke is an appellate attorney in Southern California. Her practice focuses almost exclusively on appeals for plaintiffs - in personal injury, employment and consumer-related cases. She also runs a ghost-writing business that provides law and motion support for small firms and solo attorneys. 3:48 legal writing 11:32 connecting resources 13:46 a specific model 19:25 setting an example 22:30 the Guild Jim’s Hack: Take time away from your firm for a firm retreat to talk about how to move things forward. Brooke’s Tip: Audio books so you can multitask while consuming books. Tyson’s Tip: Use the sticky note app on your computer instead of paper notes. Listen to the podcast here . Watch the interview here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Protect Your Time w/ Deena Buchanan 23:38

πριν 3 years23:38

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Today on the podcast Tyson sat down with Deena Buchanan . Deena is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and the Georgetown University Law Center. After matriculating from law school with honors in 1998, she moved to New Mexico, working for a large law practice in Albuquerque. She subsequently worked for a Fortune 500 company in Philadelphia and for other large law firms, where she worked on a number of cases that garnered national coverage. Deena returned to New Mexico in 2008, opening Buchanan Law in 2019 to provide top-tier representation to individuals in employment and personal injury matters. She also represents small businesses in commercial litigation and other matters. She’s an active member of the New Mexico Association of Trial Lawyers, the National Employment Lawyer’s Association, and the American Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm Section. 5:50 seed money 7:20 true solo in the beginning 11:46 setting up systems 14:45 delegating 15:40 protect your time 16:20 scaling 17:18 future ideas Jim’s Hack: Book: Ask Your Developer by Jeff Lawson Deena’s Tip: Lawyers who have practice areas they can give tips to people should try out making short videos on TikTok. Tyson’s Tip: Book: VIvid Vision: A Remarkable Tool for Aligning Your Business Around a Shared Vision of the Future by Cameron Herold Watch the interview here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Delegate Your Way to Freedom w/ Brett Trembly 22:03

πριν 3 years22:03

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Today on the podcast Tyson sat down with MaxLawCon 2021 sponsor Get Staffed Up . They talk a lot about freedom at Get Staffed Up. After several years in business, they discovered that they’re really in the business of helping other lawyers liberate themselves by delegating (way) more tasks, leading them to newfound freedom. Get Staffed Up challenges you to come up with ways that you can’t improve your life, and someone else’s life, by delegating the tasks you don’t want to do. https://getstaffedup.com 3:08 a better way to grow a business 4:02 the great resignation 6:35 how does this work 13:39 virtual assistants 16:00 data entry and invoicing 17:43 legal teams in 8 countries Watch the interview here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The 6 Things We Know to Be True w/ Jim and Tyson 24:18

πριν 3 years24:18

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson share a conversation they had about the 6 things they know to be true. 1:30 you are understaffed 3:40 you take too much money out of your firm 6:36 you lie to yourself 9:27 organizational chart 13:19 the only limits you have are the ones you place on yourself 16:35 you’re not giving yourself enough credit Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon 2022 Early Bird Tickets are Live: www.maxlawcon2022.com Jim’s Hack: Listen to the words you say and think. Listen for resistance words or thoughts like can’t, but or just. The simple act of noticing this might create a little shift. Tyson’s Tip: Book: The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right by Atul Gawande Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! https://www.youtube.com/c/MaximumLawyer Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Active Reporting w/ Nick Mahurin and Dean Whalen 25:09

πριν 3 years25:09

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Today on the podcast Tyson sat down with MaxLawCon 2021 co-title sponsor Readback Active Reporting . The market insights are almost obvious, but the solutions have been evasive. The shortage of court reporters has been well known for many years. The shortage was acute prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it’s getting worse. Reporters are in an enviable position of enjoying strong demand for their services, but that doesn’t provide an incentive to innovate. Additionally, attorneys and clients have been growing increasingly frustrated with escalating costs – especially the add-ons. There are fees per page, fees for copies, fees for rough copies, fees for rushing, fees for appearing, and on and on. Finally, elite litigators were gladly paying much higher fees for real-time reporting in which they could see the transcript as the steno operator worked. We learned that they were getting an advantage, and we wanted to figure out how to deliver a similarly powerful experience to everyone. Tune in to this episode to learn how they’ve done just that. https://www.readback.legal Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Lawyer With a Life w/ Jordan Ostroff 26:15

πριν 3 years26:15

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined Jordan Ostroff. Jordan is the Lawyer with a Life. He works 3 days a week, 20-25 hours per week total across his law firm and marketing company. Jordan's firm handles PI cases in and around Orlando, and LegalEase Marketing is a fractional CMO for law firms to help them create the same plan Jordan went through to get out of the 70-80 hours a week of work and into a much better life. Since MaxLaw Con he and his family have been driving across the country and will continue that for almost a full year because why not? We only get one go through this life, might as well spend it having fun with those you love. 8:56 running two businesses 11:12 personal branding 12:50 implementing systems 14:56 marketing for growth 20:08 from a different angle Jim’s Hack: Do you have enough space to make decisions? Carve out space to give yourself freedom to make decisions. Jordan’s Tip: Double down on what you’re already good at. As a company focus on what you’re the worst at and bring in the help to make it better. Tyson’s Tip: App: Zello - use as a walkie talkie Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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You've Only Got Today with Hunter Cavell 22:09

πριν 3 years22:09

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined Hunter Cavell . Hunter primarily focuses on real estate litigation, business formation and litigation, plaintiff’s consumer protection cases, plaintiff’s personal injury related to automobile collisions. Hunter has experience with contract dispute resolution for companies large and small, and he has represented both landlords and tenants in housing matters. He has litigated cases at the trial court and appellate court levels on the State of Ohio, as well as both the Northern and Southern District Courts of Ohio and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Hunter is focused on early dispute resolution and resolving client matters as quickly as possible in a cost-effective and time-saving manner, whether that be via settlement or through the court system. Hunter has published articles on Florida’s stand your ground laws and their national effect, and the adoptive business records exception to hearsay and its use in Ohio courts. Hunter was also named a Rising Star by Ohio’s Super Lawyers for the past four years. This honor is only awarded to the top 2.5% of Ohio attorneys under 40, or who have been practicing for less than ten years. 5:11 a law firm side hustle 6:35 letting go of the safety net 8:58 niche down 10:43 cancer 12:42 you’ve only got today 13:53 startup surprises Jim’s Hack: “Square peg round hole”. Be aware enough to know when something isn’t working. Hunter’s Tip: Any interaction that is positive send them a link via email to leave you a review. Tyson’s Tip: Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket, like marketing on one social media channel. Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! The Road to MaxLawCon 48:41

πριν 3 years48:41

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Join Seth and Jay as they talk about the upcoming presentations at Max Law Con 2021 and get into what the ROI can be on social media. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Educating the Public w/ Michael Mandell 24:01

πριν 3 years24:01

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined Mike Mandell. Mike, more famously known as LawByMike , is the largest legal influencer on social media with over 6 million followers. Since graduating USC Annenberg School of Communications in 2009 and Duke University School of Law in 2012 (recently lauded as the #1 law school on the planet by The World University/Wall Street Journal Rankings), Michael L. Mandell has concentrated his talents on redefining the justice process, and propelling his profession into the 21st century. Before devoting himself to educating the public about the law through multiple social media platforms, Michael spent almost a decade as a top associate attorney, practicing at the LA law offices of the international law firm, Reed Smith, LLP. Mike has been featured in national news outlets including NBC, NowThis, Insider, and Buzzfeed. He has also been a Keynote speaker at several universities and will be featured in Best-Selling Author David Meerman Scott’s newest book. His audience sits at the unique precipice of entertainment, education, and law and sends him hundreds of messages daily requesting career path, educational, and legal advice. Law By Mike seeks to educate you about your most important legal rights. Through plainly presented and entertaining content—available across multiple media platforms—we’re working to create accessible tools designed to dramatically increase your knowledge of the law—for free. Whether you’re searching for details on a precise topic or simply believe in the principle that “knowledge is power,” join us in empowering each other. 2:56 traction on TikTok 4:53 taking over the family firm 8:24 ideas for creating content 13:54 educating the public 19:08 BIll Nye of Law Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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An Opposite Approach w/ Jesse Cole 27:24

πριν 3 years27:24

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined Jesse Cole. Jesse is known as the PT Barnum of Baseball, Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and Owner of the Savannah Bananas baseball team. The Savannah Bananas have sold out every game since the 2016 season, have a waitlist in the thousands for tickets and have been featured nationally by MSNBC, CNN, CBS and ESPN. Cole has turned the games into a circus with dancing players, the Banana Pep Band, the Banana Nanas senior citizen dance team, The Man-Nanas Dad Bod Cheerleading Squad, the Banana Baby, and the famous break dancing first base coach. Cole believes "Whatever is normal, do the exact opposite." He is a keynote speaker and author of Find Your Yellow Tux - How to Be Successful by Standing Out. His newest Book Fans First, Change the Game, Break the Rules & Create an Unforgettable Experience launches in January 2022. Jim’s Hack: Think real hard before letting someone go back to an old job if they've tried something new. It's not great, but I think you're going to be better off in the long run because it's sort of either up or out. It's as hard to get them to fit back into their old role. Jesse’s Tip: Walt Disney always said we're always going to plus the show. We're always going to plus this theme park. It's a living breathing thing. And the plus is just continuous improvement. He wanted people to always get more and expect more. And so, we talk to our team, “How are we going to plus the experience today? How are we going to plus this promotion?” And when you look at every area of your business and look at a way to plus it, it's pretty amazing the results that come from it. Tyson’s Tip: Break down every stage of the process for the firm when it comes to the client. We went through the entire client journey. But we just asked these questions, ”What's the client currently doing at that point in the case? So, what's the client doing? What's the client thinking? What and who do they interact with? What is the client feeling? And then, what needs to be done?” We broke down each of these things. After that, we did opportunities. What can we do that no one else is doing? So, I highly recommend going through that with your team. So, break down the entire process for the client. And then, at each phase, answer those questions. You know, go a long way. And then, ask the question, “How do you plus it?” because we're going to add that to our questions. “How do we then plus it?” Because I really do think that that is the magic question. Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Challenging Your Mindset w/ David Neagle 30:00

πριν 3 years30:00

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined David Neagle , the founder of the multimillion-dollar global coaching company Life Is Now, Inc. David helps thousands of entrepreneurs, experts and self-employed professionals gain the confidence and find the right mindset to increase their revenue, turning their endeavors into seven- and eight-figure ventures. Being in the coaching and mentorship industry for more than 20 years, David has worked alongside other well-known mentors like Bob Proctor and Tony Robbins, and his clients include many well-known people, including New York Times #1 best-selling author Jen Sincero. Because of the results his clients have achieved, along with his dedication, David’s coaching has expanded to more than 30 countries, and he has been featured on Forbes, CBS, NBC, Wall Street Journal, Inc, Entrepreneur and Fox. He is also the bestselling author of The Millions Within, a book focusing on intention, focus and awareness to build your dream business and life. In addition to serving as an International Success Coach and Best Selling Author, he is the host of The Successful Mind Podcast. With almost two million downloads and tens of thousands of students from across the globe, David, is a renowned architect in the personal growth industry and stands as a shining example of how to turn one’s life around after being hit by its most devastating curveballs. Stay Connected Podcast Instagram Facebook YouTube LinedIn Jim’s Hack: I think that we either need to do a lot more prep the night before to get ready for the next day. But if you're running out the door-- I did that one day this week, I overslept because I've been up late, and it just changed the whole trajectory of my day. So, for me, getting up, meditating, reading something of value, trying to journal, I just can't recommend that enough. David’s Tip: Take one client and double your prices and actually do it because if you see yourself do it, if you give yourself the experience, it will shatter your belief system around what's possible. It can be done in any industry with any client. Tyson’s Tip: Heropost . They have a limited time offer where, for lifetime, it’s $197. It's just like Hootsuite and a lot of other ones, only there's no limits. You can do as many Facebook pages, as many Facebook groups, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, all of the different options. You can mass post to all these different platforms. Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! https://www.youtube.com/c/MaximumLawyer Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! Seth vs Jay 48:23

πριν 3 years48:23

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This week on Maximum Growth Live it’s Seth vs Jay debate style! All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Learning the Business of Being in Business w/ Brian LaBovick 32:15

πριν 3 years32:15

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined Brian LaBovick. Brian is the CEO and Founder of LaBovick Law Group in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Numbers wise they have 8 attorneys, 40 office staff, and offices in Florida and Massachusetts. Since 1991, the firm has won more than $400 Million for clients. What most excites Brian these days is ‘Safety 4 Life Foundation’ – his foundation focused on improving youth’s safety regarding the road, the internet, the police, and human trafficking. Brian also wrote a well-known book called ‘Not a Good Neighbor: A Lawyer's Guide to Beating Big Insurance by Settling Your Own Auto Accident Case’. Jim’s Hack: Book: Subtract by Leidy Klotz Brian’s Tip: TED Talk by Patrick Lencioni on Ideal Team Player or the Five Dysfunctions of Team . But Ideal Team Player is the one that I think people should use. Tyson’s Tip: Finilize , a really cool productivity tool that takes in that concept that Jason Selk teaches where you pick your top number of things for the day. It reminds you via text. So, you get a text the night before. You enter your three things for the day. And then, it reminds you throughout the day, “Hey, how are you doing with your tasks?” If you're interested in it head to maxlawaccountability.com . Watch the interview here. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Dan Hurley 50:45

πριν 3 years50:45

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Dan Hurley , an execution coach who will talk about the things any business owner should do as they approach scaling up in their firm. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Use Design in Small Business w/ Lynda Decker 26:12

πριν 3 years26:12

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined Lynda Decker ! As the Owner of Decker Design, Lynda Decker is a legal sector-focused brand strategist and multidisciplinary designer whose work encompasses high-level website design, interactive communications, publications and information graphics. With 26 year of experience in design, Decker comes to the table ready to transform outdated law firm websites into identities that amplify expertise through compelling visual design, resulting in attracting clients by standing out from the mediocrity of law firm web designs. Her designs have proven time and again to be a firm’s revenue driver, as the website is most often the first line of communication with a potential client. 2:08 how websites have changed 5:42 the feeling behind design 7:57 whitespace 10:45 usability 12:48 negative has a bigger impact 17:35 improvements in recruiting 20:14 testing your design 20:26 big mistakes by small firms Jim’s Hack: If you can’t use the businesses you’re loyal to like an airline or hotel, join the new businesses loyalty program, it often results in an upgrade or better service. Lynda’s Tip: Decoding Greatness: How the Best in the World Reverse Engineer Success Tyson’s Tip: Create consistency across your platforms. Your website, social media, etc. Watch the interview here. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest David Hassell 54:57

πριν 3 years54:57

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Today Seth and Jay chat with David Hassell , founder of 15five, a tool for employee engagement. They will talk about measuring engagement, what a post covid workplace looks like and more! 15Five is a human-centered performance management platform that creates effective managers, highly engaged employees, and top-performing organizations. From engagement surveys and 1-on-1 tools to performance reviews and OKRs, 15Five is the most complete solution that combines software, education, and community to develop successful managers and unlock peak employee performance. Built using the Positive Product Design™ method, 15Five is the only platform that offers software aligned to the latest positive psychology research. Through it’s HR Superstars community and podcast, 15Five aims to empower every leader to create highly engaged, high-performing organizations by helping people become their best selves. https://lp.15five.com/book-a-demo-max-growth-live All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Lessons From a Startup with Matt Spiegel 24:31

πριν 4 years24:31

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 sponsor Lawmatics! Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Matt Spiegel, Co-Founder and CEO of Lawmatics . Lawmatics is a sponsor of MaxLawCon 2021 ! Matt is a serial entrepreneur, Attorney and golf enthusiast. Matt was a practicing criminal defense attorney for 6 years. In 2010 he founded MyCase, which went on to become one of the most popular cloud based legal practice management solutions. Matt was also the CEO of MyCase, which was acquired in 2012 by AppFolio, where he remained as GM until 2015. In 2015, Matt founded ExpoGuru, an event marketing management software. In late 2015, Matt became the CEO of Cammy, a global consumer tech company with headquarters in Sydney, Australia. In 2017, he decided that it was the right time to go back in the legal software industry with the Lawmatics platform. 4:16 what is the market telling you 10:08 maintaining culture through growth 10:47 doubling in a pandemic 11:45 hiring for culture 13:28 lessons from a startup 17:12 the next phase for Lawmatics 19:35 software with open API Jim’s Hack: Book - The Tao of Leadership Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching Adapted for a New Age Matt’s Tip: Be the Zappos of law. Stop worrying about being a good lawyer and become a good customer service agent. Tyson’s Tip: Pexels App in Zoom for backgrounds. Watch the podcast. Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer podcast on your favorite podcast player today so you never miss an episode! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Paul Yokabitus 5:31

πριν 4 years5:31

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Paul Yokabitus. Paul is an attorney and founder of Cary Estate Planning in North Carolina and the founder of PlanWell.Legal. https://maximumlawyer.com/mlc21speakerpaulyokabitus/ Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Fishing With the Right Bait: Scaling Your Firm Through Webinars on Facebook Watch the sneak peek. Ticket sales end today, Friday August 27th at 5:00 PM CT. Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Important MaxLawCon 2021 Announcement 5:26

πριν 4 years5:26

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IMPORTANT / Time-sensitive MaxLawCon 2021 Ticket Announcement ‼️ In an effort to allow social distancing we have made the difficult decision to limit the number of tickets below capacity to MaxLawCon 2021. Therefore we are ending ticket sales tomorrow, Friday August 27th at 5:00 PM CT. Vaccination is required by all attendees, masks are currently optional pending the conditions at the time of the conference. Tickets available here until sell out or 8/27/21 at 5:00 PM. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Brian Reidy 8:07

πριν 4 years8:07

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Brian Reidy of Reidy Law Office LLC, a divorce and family law office in Olympia Fields, IL! https://maximumlawyer.com/mlc21speakerbrianreidy/ Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Sales That Convert Watch the sneak peek. Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Marketing Ideas and Creative Energy w/ Jim and Tyson 26:56

πριν 4 years26:56

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Today on the podcast you can listen in on a brainstorming session between Jim and Tyson as they discuss what’s going on with their own practices right now. 5:10 qualified leads 10:25 do you want to dance 11:35 yes, no or maybe 14:26 marketing plan for satellite offices 15:23 Tyson’s new office 17:11 ad words 18:30 niche down (time well spent) 22:33 influencers Jim’s Hack: Book - Why Startups Fail - Tom Eisenmann Tyson’s Tip: Zoho CRM did a recent overhaul, if you’re looking for a CRM it may be something to check out. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The TikTok Attorney w/ Ugo Lord 30:34

πριν 4 years30:34

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Ugo Lord . Ugo, “The Interpretive Attorney”, is a nationally recognized legal expert, international keynote speaker, and business coach. As seen recently on Fox 11 News, Prof. Lord helps translate legal jargon into simple advice for everyday life. As host of The Ugo Lord Show, his motivational speeches have been viewed by over 6 million viewers helping others achieve their greatest potential. Ugo Lord became a Trial By Peers counselor representing juveniles charged with misdemeanor offenses. Without losing a single case, he went on to teach future peer counselors ultimately winning him the award for most favored peer counselor instructor. Armed with his legal knowledge, Ugo Lord created and currently owns Derek Lord LLC which owns and operates entities such as Every Day Black FridayTM and Lord ProductionsTM. Additionally, Ugo was named partner of the law firm Red Sapphire, P.C. His business success inspired him to create a network to allow young adults to connect, learn, and grow with each other. He later created a show based on that network called The Ugo Lord Show . TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ugolord ? 1:20 the TikTok attorney 2:40 business law 4:00 providing information 10:25 TikTok secret 15:09 pushback 20:35 creating content on an iphone 23:16 coming up with content ideas Jim’s Hack: If you want to learn how to work a new app or platform, first download and just watch what other people are doing for a while to get to know how users behave on the platform. Ugos Tip: Adapt with the times, by consuming information the same way your future clients are consuming information. Tyson’s Tip: Tyson has moved his employee onboarding into a LMS like Mighty Networks and highly recommends looking into it. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Sponsor Pop-up with Filevine 28:28

πριν 4 years28:28

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 co-title sponsor Filevine ! Tune in to this pop-up episode with Tyson as he sat down with Erik Bermudez, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Filevine. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa and visit with the Filevine team! Watch or listen to the podcast. Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Get More From Life w/ Chip Franks 28:01

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Chip Franks . Chip is on a mission to help you love life even more. He’s an author, podcaster, and entrepreneur after being a husband to his wife, whom he has known for 26 years, 5 months, 2 weeks and 2 days, and his three kids, Mandy, Aly, and The Amazing Alec. 2:23 mortality moment 6:30 expanding capacity to love 7:05 when your mind is somewhere else 9:08 meditation practice 12:35 using a VA 14:43 practice gratitude 19:14 depression 23:15 helping others Jim’s Hack: Connect to music, it can help set the tone. Chip’s Tip: Get more sleep, it helps with depression and to balance chemicals in your body. Set a bedtime alarm. Tyson’s Tip: Streamyard’s feature to pre-record and then push it “live” later on. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Melanie Leonard 10:52

πριν 4 years10:52

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Melanie Leonard! Melanie is an attorney, an entrepreneur, and one of the leading authorities on the use of legal practice management software. She graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2002 and began practicing at mid-sized firms. Disillusioned by their inefficiencies, Melanie left to start her own firm in 2006. And, over the next 12 years, she built a thriving real estate law practice. An early adopter of Clio, Melanie became one of the first Clio Certified Consultants. She developed a passion for helping other firms achieve amazing results with their own use of practice management software. In 2018, Melanie sold her law practice to pursue her passion full time and streamlined.legal was born. In just two years, streamlined.legal has become one of the most sought-after consulting firms in the legal tech industry, having received Clio’s Partner Led Excellence Award in 2019 and 2020. Melanie lives in the Chicagoland area, but stays true to her roots as a native Texan. When not streamlining other law firms, Melanie enjoys playing with her two adorable kids and riding her beloved Peloton. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear her presentation: Why Automation Has Not Yet Changed Your Life Watch the sneak peek. Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Protector of Athletes w/ Sivonnia DeBarros 26:48

πριν 4 years26:48

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Sivonnia DeBarros - the Protector of Athletes. Sivonnia is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros’s practice areas are Business, Employment, Sports, and Entertainment. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. 3:21 who are your people 4:51 writing a book 12:05 an agent vs lawyer for athletes 15:30 NIL 21:01 eyes on everything Jim’s Hack: Developing delegation muscle, it takes practice, and you have to keep using it! Sivonnia’s Tip: Be authentic and everything else will fall in line. Tyson’s Tip: Monitor your GMB listing on high alert with accounts being hijacked. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The 6 Systems We Can’t Live Without w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 29:00

πριν 4 years29:00

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson discuss the 6 Systems they can’t live without. 2:52 Editing YouTube videos 4:32 Tyson’s hiring process 9:10 top and bottom of the funnel 16:43 lawsuit preparation 19:20 deposition training Jim’s Hack: Jim gets some of his best YouTube video advice from his daughter, if you have teenagers ask them what makes them want to watch and you’ll get great ideas. Tyson’s Tip: If you press and hold your internet browser tabs on your iPhone you can reorder your tabs. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Billie Tarascio 7:03

πριν 4 years7:03

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Billie Tarascio! Billie is the owner of Modern Law, a skilled practitioner, national speaker, law firm business consultant and a Martindale-Hubbel honored attorney. She was granted the prestigious “Client Distinction” award based on her Communications Ability, Responsiveness, Quality of Service, and Value for Money. Fewer than 4% of attorneys nationwide have been accorded this honor of distinction. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: The Post Pandemic Office Space: Reduce Your Space by 30%, Managing Remote Employees and Choosing Your Locations Watch the sneak peek. Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Brian Mittman 7:23

πριν 4 years7:23

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Brian Mittman! Brian is the managing partner and owner of a worker’s comp firm, Markhoff and Mittman, PC out of New York, also known as The Disability Guys. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: The Dashboard Guy Watch the sneak peek Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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A Vision Around Time Commitments w/ Heather Harmon Kennedy 25:34

πριν 4 years25:34

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Heather Harmon Kennedy. Heather is a recovering Las Vegas litigator who now runs a Pennsylvania law firm supporting small business owners in the hospitality & events industries. 6:30 starting a firm for the second time 7:55 only one choice 9:47 the hospitality industry 12:52 startup clients 15:30 joining the Guild during the pandemic 17:30 switching to a flat rate model 20:27 a vision around time commitment 21:20 a small team Heather’s Tip: Book Like A Boss, bought on App Sumo. Book Like A Boss is the first landing page builder optimized for bookings. Tyson’s Tip: Tyson just started the process of getting his pilot's license. It’s made him more motivated than he’s been in a long time. So if you have one thing you’ve been wanting to do for a long time, just get started! Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/6N67YGKjCMg MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. https://maximumlawyer.com/maxlawcon/…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Elise Buie 10:49

πριν 4 years10:49

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Elise Buie! Elise owns Elise Buie Family Law in Seattle, Washington. After undergoing her own divorce and multiple relocations due to Hurricane Katrina, she truly understood what it meant to put the “best interest of the kids'' ahead of her own, which led her decision to focus her practice on family law and serving as a Guardian ad Litem advocating for children’s best interest in high-conflict divorce and dependency matters. Elise rightfully prides herself on her ability to work through huge problems and major life transitions. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Massive Growth Autopsy - What I Learned in the Last 24 Months Quadrupling My Firm Watch the sneak peek. Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Bernard Nomberg 5:42

πριν 4 years5:42

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Bernard Nomberg! Bernard runs Nomberg Law Firm alongside his brother and partner David, but before them, his father Joel did. Bernard was named in the 2020 edition of the Mid-South Super Lawyers. This is the 8th year in a row he was selected as Super Lawyers. Bernard was recognized for Workers’ Compensation. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Coach Always Said Teammates Are Forever: How I Use Facebook Groups to Build My Team While Marketing to the Masses Watch the sneak peek. Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Getting Paid for Results w/ Brita Long 31:41

πριν 4 years31:41

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Today on the podcast Jim and Tyson sat down with Brita Long, the creator and founder of The Happier Attorney, LLC. For over 22 years Brita practiced law and saw how peoples lives, including other attorneys, were negatively affected by complexity, a lack of purpose and a miss match between what they said was important in their life vs what their behavior showed was important in their life. This is why she now teaches other attorneys how they too can identify and then reduce or eliminate the thought patterns, and behavior that is getting in their way and preventing them from living the life they truly want to live. 4:40 growth and burnout 8:00 real soul searching 14:14 flat fees 16:45 publishing fees 19:45 getting paid for results 22:54 underestimating time 24:15 set and monitor Jim’s Hack: David Neagle Podcast Brita’s Tip: The Happier Attorney podcast with Brita Long episode with Mark Chinn MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Ryan Locke 6:05

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Ryan Locke! Ryan owns the Locke Law Firm in Atlanta Georgia where he helps people who have been injured and people who have been unjustly convicted. Formerly a public defender, Ryan uses the same passion and relentless advocacy to obtain great results for his clients today. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear her presentation: Big Time Publicity: How I Made a Name for Myself Through the Media in 2020 Watch the sneak peek. Grab you seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Steven Gursten 1:09:34

πριν 4 years1:09:34

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Steven Gursten, legendary Michigan auto injury lawyer about how he has scaled his firm, and talk in depth about how he markets to people to get them to transfer their files to him after being unsatisfied with their lawyer. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Grab your seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Kelsey Bratcher 8:36

πριν 4 years8:36

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Kelsey Bratcher! Kelsey is an automation expert for small law firms. He is a Zapier Certified Expert, Pipedrive Partner and the host of the Get Automated Podcast. He has been helping small businesses leverage the power of automation for 13 years and has saved over 15,000,000 minutes for him and his clients businesses. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear her presentation: Automating Lead Conversion Watch the sneak peek. Grab you seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Stress Reduction for Lawyers w/ Stephen Snyder 24:36

πριν 4 years24:36

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Stephen Snyder has been member of CA bar since 1987, the MI bar since 2018, and meditation teacher since 2007. Stephen began practicing daily meditation in 1976. Since then, he has studied Buddhism extensively–investigating and engaging in Zen, Tibetan, and Western nondual traditions. Stephen was authorized to teach in 2007 by the Venerable Pa Auk Sayadaw, a Burmese meditation master and renowned scholar. Stephen is also author of Stress Reduction for Lawyers, Law Students, and Legal Professionals: Learning to Relax. Book: Stress Reduction for Lawyers, Law Students, and Legal Professionals: Learning to Relax 3:38 meditation and mindfulness 5:25 ways to disconnect 7:05 no training on stress management 9:00 mistakes when starting meditation 12:58 attention to breaths 18:30 emotional recognition Jim’s Hack: Changing the way you breathe can make you more present. Stephen’s Tip: Being Well Podcast with Dr. Rick Hanson and Forrest Hanson Tyson’s Tip: Book: The Daily Stoic Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Emilia Coto 5:35

πριν 4 years5:35

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Emilia Coto! Emilia is the founder of Sisu Legal, a law firm in Windsor, Ontario and has recently opened an office in Troy, Michigan. Her focus is on immigration law and more specifically, family sponsorship. Sisu Legal is on a mission to provide accessible, innovative, and effective legal services. Prior to founding Sisu Legal, Emilia was a lawyer at a mid-size firm for three years. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear her presentation: The Things I've Learned in My First Year of Practice Ownership Watch the sneak peek. Grab you seat at MaxLawCon 2021 today! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Nalini Prasad 7:05

πριν 4 years7:05

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Nalini Prasad! Nalini Prasad works alongside Seth Price helping small law firms build their business and stand out online. Nalini frequently speaks to legal audiences across the country on the intersection of utilizing best practices of trending SEO techniques and generating quality leads online. Nalini also shares tips on creative ways to leverage traditional offline marketing efforts to increase a firm’s online presence. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Building the Bridge Between Your Digital Marketing Agency and Your Intake Team Watch the sneak peek. Grab you seat at MaxLawCon 2021! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Why Should Someone Choose You w/ Jim and Tyson 25:52

πριν 4 years25:52

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson ask, in a world of abundant choice, why should someone pick your firm? Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker William Umansky 7:13

πριν 4 years7:13

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker William Umansky! William D. Umansky, or “The Lawman” as he is affectionately known by his peers, has almost two decades of experience offering “Second Chances” to clients who have either been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or who have, unfortunately, been charged with a crime. His practice is based in Central Florida and he advocates for his clients throughout Florida. He is the Managing Partner of the Umansky Law Firm where he directs a team of lawyers dedicated to success and to working hard to try and achieve the results the firm’s client’s desire. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Get the F#*K Up! Resilience in Uncertain Times! Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Craig Goldenfarb 7:04

πριν 4 years7:04

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Craig Goldenfarb! Mr. Goldenfarb started his law firm in 2002 with one employee. By securing great results for his clients consistently for nearly 20 years, LOCG has grown to employ an exceptional team of ten attorneys and more than sixty supporting staff members. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: How I Grew to 70 Employees so I Could Spend My Time However I Want Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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RV Mobile Office w/ Justin Osborn 27:18

πριν 4 years27:18

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson chat with Justin Osborn. Justin is a founding member of Counsel Carolina, whose personal advocacy for fairness and progressive social policies led to the firm’s RV-based mobile services program. A former insurance adjuster and insurance defense lawyer, Justin now fights for the injured and underserved across North Carolina while hosting free "ask-a-lawyer" events in his firm's custom RV mobile office to make legal assistance more accessible in the community. 2:45 wanting to offer the world more 3:34 goodwill marketing 4:50 RV mobile office 7:58 lower conversion 10:55 access to justice 12:10 not afraid of competition 16:57 evening events 18:45 follow up strategy Jim’s Hack: Give more, stop keeping score. Justin’s Tip: Your local law school will let you come in and use their resource! Tyson’s Tip: Book - Building a Storybrand by Donald Miller Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Seth Price 9:19

πριν 4 years9:19

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Seth Price is an accomplished attorney and transformational thought leader who scaled a 2-person law firm to 38 lawyers in less than a decade. Seth Price founded BluShark Digital LLC a digital marketing company using the same cutting-edge marketing techniques (high-quality technical optimization, sophisticated content, authoritative link-building, and local optimization) that Seth used to grow his own business and has established itself as a best in class digital agency focusing on the legal sector. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: How It Started, How It's Going (Scaling a Law Firm: Lessons Learned) Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Gary Burger 8:20

πριν 4 years8:20

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Gary Burger! Gary is a partner at Burger Law and heads the Civil Litigation Group. Gary devotes his practice to helping injury victims and their families, providing financial recovery and protecting the future of those injured, and making our community safer through advocacy and volunteer work. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Running a Firm While Getting a $113 Million Verdict Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Who You Gonna Call w/ Jim and Tyson 27:55

πριν 4 years27:55

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson ask the question: who would you call first? 3:47 current clients vs future clients 6:09 clients not hearing from their attorney 10:38 new problems to solve 13:12 design a firm to do what you like to do 15:32 moving to the cloud 19:07 quick signups Jim’s Hack: Jim has meditated at least 10 minutes almost every day this year, and has been focusing on the exhale. Jim recommends studying the value of managing your breath. Tyson’s Tip: Uberconference has a built in transcription feature. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Gary Falkowitz 3:43

πριν 4 years3:43

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Gary Falkowitz! Gary Falkowitz advises law firms , attorneys and legal organizations on the importance of creating, utilizing, managing and maximizing the intake process. He has worked with managing partners, associates, paralegals and all other support staff to assist law firms in improving their intake process and, importantly, increasing their conversion percentages. Through his years of experience, Gary has realized that accountability, implementing strong internal procedures and responsiveness are three of the most important factors to ensure a successful and efficient intake process. It doesn’t hurt that his passion for the subject matter is unrivaled. In short, Gary believes that the key to maximizing a law firm’s revenue is strongly dependent upon the ability to appropriately prioritize and adequately scrutinize the intake process. Gary is also the author of the book, “ The Complete Guide to Law Firm Intake: Powerful Strategies To Maximize Retention and Increase Revenue ”. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Stop Underestimating The Value of Intake Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Nicole Christie 7:17

πριν 4 years7:17

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Nicole Christie of The Christie Law Firm in Hartford, CT where she serves families and businesses with a wide range of DCF legal services. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Niche Marketing Strategies Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Do What You Do With Less Overhead w/ Curtis Kleem 28:33

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson chat with Curtis Kleem . After 17 years (13 years as a partner) at a respected small town firm, Curtis went out on his own in June, 2018. He continues to work in the same town, doing similar work (Adoptions, Family Law, and Personal Injury). He has built a busy solo practice which uses technology to assist with keeping all the plates spinning at once. He is married and has two adult daughters, two (almost adult) sons and the best looking grandson a man could hope for. 2:00 the longer you work for someone else the harder to leave 2:46 doing what you do with less overhead 7:47 capturing more of the market 8:18 new firm owner feelings 9:45 using technology to stand out 13:19 too busy to build out 16:15 envision growth in a smaller community 17:23 juggling working in and on the business 18:10 semi-retirement 19:40 stay where you are or go out on your own Jim’s Hack: Recommends the book “ How to Be a Great Boss ” by Gino Wickman and Rene Boer Curtis’s Tip: Office 365 has a free alternative to Loom for 15 minutes videos or less. Excel spreadsheet with a mail merge to draft a petition in 5 minutes. Tyson’s Tip: Carve out time in your schedule to read. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon Speaker Announcement with Christopher Nicolaysen 9:20

πριν 4 years9:20

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 speaker Christopher Nicolaysen, a founding member of Springs Law Group. Christopher focuses primarily on helping those injured in car accidents due to no fault of their own. The personal injury matters include auto accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and trucking accidents. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Smashing the Middle Class Mindset Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Hector Quiroga 46:47

πριν 4 years46:47

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Hector Quiroga about his emigration to the USA and how he built his booming immigration practice tapping into overseas help. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Tickets are on sale for MaxLawCon 2021 ! Save $100 for a LIMITED time with last chance early bird pricing. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon Speaker Announcement with Pete Salsich 9:39

πριν 4 years9:39

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Pete Salsich, of Capes Sokol. Pete is an experienced intellectual property attorney whose practice is focused on advising large and small companies and entrepreneurs regarding the creation, protection and use of intellectual property, in both litigation and transactional counseling, particularly in the media, technology and entertainment industries. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: What All You Fools Need to Know About the Content You're Creating Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Unbundled Services w/ Dave Aarons 31:03

πριν 4 years31:03

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson chat with Dave Aarons, the founder and CEO of Unbundled Attorney whose mission is to promote the awareness of unbundled legal services and other options to working families who may not be able to afford huge, up-front retainers, and connect them with forward-thinking attorneys who want to grow a profitable law practice and stay at the forefront of the legal industry. Dave also loves to golf, often competing as a scratch golfer all over the country. He is an avid traveler, having spent time in over 30 countries, and is also very passionate about inspiring business leaders to become more socially conscious. 7:03 the access to justice problem 14:29 making more money by lowering the barrier to entry 18:30 limited scope retainer agreement 20:30 a little bit of help can go a really long way 23:45 limited scope with difficult clients Jim’s Hack: If you have some good habits that you've fallen away from, try to get back to them today or tomorrow and just get back on the horse. Dave’s Tip: Making sure that I take time for the things that I really love and giving myself full permission to be able to spend time doing the things that give me joy. Tyson’s Tip: Just a reminder to reach out to the people that you love, and start getting out to see them again, and have those lunches, have those coffees because those relationships are extremely important and we've not had a chance to really go out and share with people over the last year. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Steven Lefkoff 11:15

πριν 4 years11:15

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Steven Lefkoff, Principal & Founding Attorney of Lefkoff Law. Steven specializes in representing clients in the Motor Vehicle industry and in Georgia Fair Business Practices Act litigation, as well as Small Claims training. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: From Idea to Execution, How I Created a Legal Product Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Lee Heyward 48:22

πριν 4 years48:22

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Lee Heyward, a brand developer for Lawyers and Professionals about the role of Brand when growing your firm and what you can do to build a successful brand persona. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Morris Lilienthal 8:11

πριν 4 years8:11

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Morris Lilienthal! Morris practices at the law firm of Martinson and Beason, P.C. in Alabama. He also hosts The Mo Show Live , a Facebook Live event that features interviews with prominent community members of Huntsville and Alabama. Morris is also a co-author of The Ultimate Guide to Social Media For Business Owners, Professionals and Entrepreneurs book. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: 5 Ways to Grow Your Radius of Influence Watch the sneak peek: https://youtu.be/OoT5wXeAR5k Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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The Evolution of Maximum Lawyer w/ Jim, Tyson and Dan Lear 46:09

πριν 4 years46:09

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This week we turn the tables and share an episode of the Financially Legal podcast with Dan Lear where Jim and Tyson were the guests! Financially Legal is a twice-monthly podcast with accompanying articles on the financial aspects of the business of law. Host, Dan Lear, talks with law firm leaders, academics, business professionals and thought leaders to provide compelling and provocative insights at the intersection of finance, economics, and law. 12:30 finding a supportive space 14:01 can anyone be a small business owner 17:00 take the action 18:41 Infusionsoft 23:41 filling the need law school leaves open 24:29 The Morning Meeting Show 27:13 Maximum Lawyer, Minimum Time 38:29 Maximum Lawyer Conference Listen to the podcast here . MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Marco Brown 7:38

πριν 4 years7:38

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Marco Brown, of Brown Law - Salt Lake City Divorce Attorneys. A good friend called and asked Marco to help her with her very difficult divorce case, andwhile he had never done a divorce before, he knew I needed to take her case. It wasn’t until he helped his friend that he found what he had been looking for in the law. Helping families successfully transition during such a difficult period was necessary, fulfilling, and important work. Since finishing his friend’s case, he has dedicated himself to becoming the best divorce and family law attorney possible and developing the best family law firm in Utah. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: Your #1 Job: Get Paid Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Jay Ruane 10:21

πριν 4 years10:21

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Jay Ruane, the co-founder of Ruane Attorneys At Law, LLC a criminal defense and DUI firm, and the CEO of Firmflex. Attorney Jay Ruane became a lawyer in October 1998. Since then, he has quickly become one of the Northeast's most recognized DUI defense attorneys. Jay also started his career as a public defender. There, he worked with a complicated docket of 100s of pending DUI cases. As he developed his skills as a public defender, he realized that complexity of these cases suited his nature and disposition. In early 2000, he joined his father, who was then a partner in the Bridgeport general practice firm of Gaston & Ruane to devote himself full time to the aggressive defense of drunk driving charges. Shortly thereafter, the two created Ruane Attorneys At Law, LLC to focus solely on criminal defense and DUI cases. FirmFlex creates social media marketing strategies for law firms that get prove results. FirmFlex has taken niche practice areas from concept, to generating well into six figures, in under two years. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: A System for Building Systems Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Starting a Firm Two Weeks Before Lockdown w/ Tom Kayes 33:33

πριν 4 years33:33

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson chat with Tom Kayes , a civil rights lawyer representing people beaten and sexually abused in prison, victims of police misconduct, women sexually harassed by landlords and other housing providers, and delivery drivers in the gig economy. 7:47 a successful Uber strategy 10:09 starting a firm 2 weeks before lockdown 11:43 the workspace you want to create 15:45 managing many different practice areas 20:10 what would you delegate if you could 23:38 automations and outsourcing Jim’s Hack: Re-do your phone home screen to put all social media on the farthest screen inside a folder to make you more mindful of the time you spend on social media. Tom’s Tip: Don’t try to build systems in your business before you do the things, build them incrementally as you learn about it. Tyson’s Tip: The text function Twilio to send out text messages. Watch the interview here. MaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Join us Tuesday October 12th and Wednesday October 13th in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Jordan Ostroff 6:42

πριν 4 years6:42

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Jordan Ostroff, of Jordan Law and Legal Ease Marketing. Jordan Law was founded on a dream to do things a different way. To leverage the latest legal technology and systems to create a client-focused practice. Jordan Law started in 2015 with just Jordan in a small office and has since grown to a multi attorney firm with its own building taking cases throughout Central Florida. Jordan believes that high seas raise all boats and to this day gets over 90% of their cases from referrals from other lawyers, doctors, financial professionals, and especially current and former clients. LegalEase was born out of frustration and a desperate need to help law firms succeed. You know that moment where you don’t see the light at the end of the tunnel and you’re ready to turn back? That’s their origin story. From there, attorney and LegalEase President Jordan Ostroff developed the concept of a marketing agency that would be for lawyers by law experts who know what firms need and who cared about helping lawyers find long term success. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: 7 Essential Questions of Marketing Watch the sneak peek. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Joey C. Vitale 9:55

πριν 4 years9:55

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Introducing MaxLawCon 2021 Speaker Joey C. Vitale, a trademark attorney (also known as a “brand legitimizer”) for online entrepreneurs, emerging thought leaders, and course creators. With his law firm, his courses, and podcast Joey helps online business owners call legal dibs on their brand name and signature methods so they never have to worry about losing their brand overnight. Join us in St. Charles, MO at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa to hear his presentation: How to Successfully Hire and Implement Your First Virtual Assistant. Watch or listen to the sneek peak. Last chance early bird tickets available now. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Taking Risks and Overcoming Perfection w/ Bobby Botnick 32:27

πριν 4 years32:27

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson chat with Bobby Botnick. Bobby was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, where he now manages his criminal and traffic defense practice, T he Botnick Law Firm, LLC . Following his admission to the Ohio Bar in 2004, Bobby served as a Cuyahoga County prosecutor for seven years, primarily handling felony cases. Bobby has tried dozens of felony trials throughout his career, including many that received special attention from local and national media outlets. Bobby is married to his former law school classmate and fellow attorney, Abby, and they have two children together. He is an avid technology enthusiast, a dedicated Phish fan, and a craft beer lover. He currently chairs the Solo/Small Firm Section of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and has served as President of the Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. 4:15 not the path for you 5:00 hanging a shingle in the back of a jewelry store 6:30 take pause and level up 9:25 the idea of outsourcing 10:20 parallel jeweler and criminal defense 12:14 informed and educated 13:34 taking risks and overcoming perfection 16:21 future planning 26:10 letting go of more 26:57 how to decide what it is you are doing Jim’s Hack: Create content so someone can binge watch you and gain trust in you. Bobby’s Tip: Crisp Email Template keyboard app: templates to throw in text in messages and email. Tyson’s Tip: Think of 3 adjectives to describe your perfect self - what you want yourself to look lije in 5 years. You think of those 3 each day and it will propel you towards that future self. Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Opening Doors Through Visibility w/ Ifeoma Ibekwe 28:15

πριν 4 years28:15

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson chat with Ifeoma Ibekwe of Ibekwe Law, PLLC , a wills and trusts firm in Austin, Texas. Iffy Ibekwe is an estate planning attorney evangelist for intergenerational wealth transfer and legacy building with effective wills and trusts. She activates intentional women so they can take agency over their lives and build impactful legacies. As a Black businesswoman and attorney, she is not your garden-variety estate planning attorney. She wishes to provide services to those who her area of the law has historically ignored. Being a unicorn does not mean she only serves people of color and/or women, but it does mean she actively seeks to serve this demographic. 4:08 test piloting a new career 6:02 serving those who have been ignored 8:41 activating intentional women 10:50 the importance of rest 16:30 market shamelessly 19:20 visibility 21:26 use the resources around you Jim’s Hack: Have fun when you’re making your content! Ifeoma’s Tip: Block schedule to protect your time. And challenge yourself to schedule in time off. Tyson’s Tip: Tyson has switched from Slack to Cliq, and he much prefers it. Watch the interview here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with Tom Lenfestey 1:21:35

πριν 4 years1:21:35

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Today Seth and Jay chat with the managing member of The Law Practice Exchange , Tom Lenfestey. Tom is also a practicing North Carolina attorney and licensed CPA. Tom’s years in the legal world focused on transition and succession planning for other professions including creating, advising and implementing strategic business and estate plans for those clients. In doing so, he came to recognize the lack of knowledge, attention and options that were provided in the legal profession to attorneys for their own practices, specifically in the realm of succession planning and other transition or exit opportunities. Tom is the author of the book Designing a Succession Plan for Your Law Practice and numerous other articles and resources about selling, buying and valuation of law firms. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Taking Control of Your Future w/ Jim and Tyson 27:30

πριν 4 years27:30

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This week on the podcast you get to listen in to a casual conversation with Jim and Tyson, as they do every Saturday, live inside the Guild membership on the Morning Meeting Show. 2:39 taking over another firm 8:35 entrepreneurial jump 10:00 getting off the hamster wheel 14:15 ego and shame 18:35 situations you don’t want to be in 19:05 know yourself Listen to the podcast here . Watch the recording to catch some helpful visuals here. MaxLawCon 2021 Info + Tickets Jim’s Hack: “If I wake up more than 3 days in a row thinking about you, and you’re not my spouse, you have to go” - Dan Kennedy. Jim likes this related to your employees and hiring slow and firing fast. Tyson’s Tip: An app, LiquidSpace, finding an office space to rent for an hour or two. Tyson recently used this on his vacation to Myrtle Beach. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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How to Value Your Business in Less Than 30 Minutes w/ Ashley Micciche 31:36

πριν 4 years31:36

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This week on the podcast we’re sharing an expert live from the Guild membership. Ashley Micciche shared How to Value Your Business in Less Than 30 Minutes. Valuing your business is the 1st step in your exit plan, but only 2% of business owners know their business value. 5:40 priorities change 7:58 valuing your business is the first step 19:30 bare minimum to get a good estimate 23:27 the next steps 25:09 4 key areas to grow your value and close the gap 27:37 actions you can take Watch the recording to catch some helpful visuals here. truenorthra.com/valuemybusiness truenorthra.bizequity.com Email: ashleym@truenorthra.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Automate Your Systems to Scale w/ Kelsey Bratcher 39:33

πριν 4 years39:33

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This week on the podcast Jim and Tyson joined friend of the show and one of the MaxLawCon 2021 speakers Kelsey Bratcher ! Kelsey is an automation expert for small law firms. He is a Zapier Certified Expert, Pipedrive Partner and the host of the Get Automated Podcast. He has been helping small businesses leverage the power of automation for 13 years and has saved over 15,000,000 minutes for him and his clients businesses. 4:20 automation sales for sales and fulfillment 10:15 being aware of what’s available to you 10:44 Duct Tape Marketing 16:10 CRM vs case management 20:23 software jumping 23:41 benefits of hiring vs diy 27:57 automation pain points kelsey@hiredgunsolutions.com Jim’s Hack: Everytime Jim has sped up his sales process he has made more money. It’s about eliminating friction. Kelsey’s Hack: Kelsey recommends a M1 MacBook Tyson’s Tip: Constantly assess the systems you use to see if they’re doing what you need them to do for you, and if they’re not then look into other systems. Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Establishing a Sober Lifestyle w/ David Haskins 28:51

πριν 4 years28:51

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David Haskins is the Founder & CEO of Haskins & Company . He got his start in Law Firm Marketing in 2009 helping his longtime friend David Aylor launch his new practice. They grew that practice to 4 locations in 3 years. Since then, he has worked with over 100 law firms creating and implementing smart, aggressive growth strategies. Conferences and CLE’s frequently ask him to share his wealth of knowledge and experience about law firm marketing, SEO, intake & firm management. 4:00 SEO changes 7:18 Intake 12:20 sobriety 19:45 time, energy and focus 22:08 alcohol and attorney’s MaxLawCon 2021 at Ameristar Casino, Resort + Spa in St. Charles, MO Jim’s Hack: Podcast with Guy Kawasaki on how to make your value proposition unique: https://evergreenprofits.com/guy-kawasaki-evangelist-career/ David’s Hack: Amazon Prime Now Tyson’s Tip: Text Expander Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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People Artificially Limit What They’re Capable Of w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 30:04

πριν 4 years30:04

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It’s been awhile but today on the podcast Jim and Tyson fly solo without a guest, and catch up on where they’re at in their firms currently, what big thing they’re working on, and how most people are holding themselves back in business and life. 4:10 publicity 9:10 resistance 10:25 opening your mind 13:50 the midwest mindset 14:15 imposter syndrome 14:40 your vision 19:00 the way you talk to yourself Jim’s Hack: Listen to Tim Ferriss’s podcast with Steven Pressfield Tyson’s Tip: G Suite Tip for repetitive tasks click on the three dots and ‘filter messages’ to enter in criteria and create a filter to have it automatically do what you want it to do. Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Verne Harnish 53:03

πριν 4 years53:03

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Scaleup expert, world-renowned speaker and bestselling author Verne Harnish! Verne Harnish is founder of the world-renowned Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), with over 14,000 members worldwide, and chaired for fifteen years EO’s premiere CEO program, the “Birthing of Giants” held at MIT, a program in which he still teaches today. Founder and CEO of Scaling Up, a global executive education and coaching company with over 180 partners on six continents, Verne has spent the past three decades helping companies scaleup. He’s the author of the bestseller Mastering the Rockefeller Habits which is translated into 9 languages; and along with the editors of Fortune , authored The Greatest Business Decisions of All Times ," for which Jim Collins wrote the foreword. His latest book Scaling Up (Rockefeller Habits 2.0) has won eight major international book awards including the prestigious International Book Award for Best General Business book. Verne also chairs the annual ScaleUp Summits in collaboration with Bloomberg and serves on several boards including chair of The Riordan Clinic; co-founder and chair of Geoversity; and board member of the Million Dollar Women’s movement. A private investor in many scaleups, Verne enjoys piano, tennis, and magic as a card-carrying member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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A Newly Founded Firm with Andrew Lacy 29:33

πριν 4 years29:33

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In today’s episode Jim and Tyson joined Andrew Lacy, the owner of The Lacy Employment Law Firm, LLC which focuses primarily on plaintiffs employment law. Andrew founded the firm after working five years at a large international law firm. 3:10 big law model 5:32 solo firm vision 6:33 the idea to go solo 8:20 take the risk 9:15 leaving big law 11:53 building out your future firm 16:29 hiring expectations 20:55 myth of stability 21:38 starting SEO early 22:17 social media strategy Jim’s Hack: Book: Psycho-Cybernetics Andrew’s Tip: Put out some free information, it will likely come back to benefit you. Tyson’s Tip: Check out Might Networks, Tyson is trying them out for client trainings in the form of an online course. Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Sheela Murthy 1:24:47

πριν 4 years1:24:47

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Sheela Murthy, an Immigrant, author, and founder of Murthy.com , an immigration law firm that has built itself up using overseas talent and systems. Listen to the show to learn more about Sheela's optimism and her beliefs that form the core of her law practice. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Reputation is Everything with Michelle Spirn 309 29:08

πριν 4 years29:08

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Today Jim and Tyson joined Michelle Spirn on the podcast! Michelle concentrates her practice in all facets of family law litigation, including but not limited to dissolution of marriage, legal separation, maintenance, child support, child custody, modification matters, enforcement actions, paternity actions, appeals, and pre and post-nuptial agreements. She is proud to be a member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Michelle has been recognized as a Missouri "Super Lawyer" by the Missouri/Kansas Superlawyers publication. Best Lawyers of America named Michelle the Lawyer of the Year for 2021 in her practice area. Michelle also serves as a volunteer lawyer for the Office of the Chief Disciplinary Counsel on its Region X Disciplinary Committee for St. Louis County. 3:49 a family and a career 8:20 big law vs street law 10:12 reputation is everything 10:28 an attorney spouse 14:10 referrals 17:05 growing pains 19:07 consumed by email Jim’s Hack: Dive in on a temporary basis into your processes periodically to find things that are irrelevant, slow or unproductive. Michelle’s Tip: Pilot V7 retractable rollerball writes so smoothly and for fun fountain pens by Goulet . Tyson’s Tip: Get rid of voicemail altogether for your firm. Listen to the podcast here . Watch the recording here. If you’re looking for a VA or someone to help you with email management check out episode 163 of the podcast with Gina Horkey! Listen in to Outsource Your Inbox with Jim and Tyson as they discuss email management with their personal VA’s in episode 276. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with Brett Trembly 52:12

πριν 4 years52:12

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Brett Trembly, a business law attorney in Miami and co-owner of GetStaffedUp, a VA firm for outsourced legal work where they will discuss the cultural differences in countries and how that impacts fit in law firms, what types of tasks to outsource and more! All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with Rob Lime 43:33

πριν 4 years43:33

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Rob Lime a sales coach who works with attorneys on growing their business. This episode will address the dirty word of "selling" and how trial lawyers can benefit from sales training. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with Sandy Van 47:34

πριν 4 years47:34

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Sandy Van, owner of Van Law Firm in Nevada and Washington about her use of VAs, when outsourcing labor is the right move, roadblocks to watch out for, and how she started LegalSupportHelp.com for other law firms to benefit from her team. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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A Rise From Rock Bottom with Kathryn Burmeister 27:35

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Today Jim and Tyson joined Kathryn Burmeister on the podcast! Kathryn started her own law firm in October of 2018 and focuses exclusively on personal injury by giving a voice to those that have been hurt because of someone else. She wrote her first book, “Rock Bottom Not Required: Overcoming Addiction to the Status Quo,” in 2020 and began speaking about self-care, business, and law the same year. Her passion for helping others is a theme that crosses between her presentations. Kathryn has a particular passion for mental health, self-improvement, and emotional intelligence, which she integrates into her legal practice, speaking, and writing as well. Kathryn’s book just released: Overcoming Addiction to the Status Quo 4:10 never planned on owning a law practice 5:21 suicide and depression 10:14 a partnership and a quick realization 12:50 creating the firm you wanted 13:37 paperless 14:50 the unconventional way 17:46 fortunate fall 18:12 writing a book with a ghost writer Jim’s Hack: Book - The Four Disciplines of Execution by Chris McChesney, Stephen Covey and Jimi Huling, if you’re trying to decide what to focus on. Kathryn’s Tip: A list of three things per day. 3 personal and 3 professional, breaking it off in chunks. Tyson’s Tip: A health app, BetterMe, a subscription with coaching, recipes, reminders and workouts. Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! featuring Allison Williams 53:35

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Today Seth and Jay chat with Allison Williams the Law Firm Mentor about intake, using VAs properly and some upcoming free training opportunities for our listeners All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! featuring Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 55:42

πριν 4 years55:42

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In today’s episode Seth and Jay joined Jim and Tyson to discuss the Maximum Lawyer Guild and they share insider details into their newest product Maximum Lawyer in Minimum Time. You can find details about the community and membership benefits here: https://maximumlawyer.com/theguild/ All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Becoming Data Driven” w/ Hamza Khan 307 32:41

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In today’s episode Jim and Tyson joined Hamza Khan, a multi-award winning marketer, best-selling author, and global keynote speaker whose TEDx talk “Stop Managing, Start Leading” has been viewed over a million times. He is a top-ranked university educator, serial entrepreneur, and respected thought leader whose insights have been featured by notable media outlets such as VICE, Business Insider, and The Globe and Mail. He empowers youth and early talent through his work as Managing Director of Student Life Network, Canada’s largest and most comprehensive education resource platform, which reaches over 2.7 million students. From TEDx stages and international conferences to MBA classrooms and Fortune 500 boardrooms, Hamza is invited regularly to deliver keynotes and workshops around the world. His clients have included some of the world’s most dynamic companies and organizations, including PepsiCo, LinkedIn, Deloitte, PwC, Trivago, and over 100 colleges and universities. Learn more at hamzakhan.ca 9:18 how automations will impact the legal industry 10:50 resistance to automation 13:08 becoming data driven 14:56 eustress 16:49 burnout 18:54 what is enough 20:10 it’s ok to not be ok 23:48 how to support your team Jim’s Hack: If you’re on the fence about trying something new or doing something differently, think of it like this, the best time to plant a tree was ten years ago, the next best time is today. Hamza’s Tip: Practice especially when you’re overwhelmed, unlock the sense of urgency that is needed to push through. Leadership Reinvented by Hamza Khan releasing March 9th! The Upside of Stress by Kelly McGonigal Tyson’s Tip: To dip your toe into crypto currency try out the Crypto .com app Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Focus on Your Actions, Not Your Results” w/ Gary Miles 306 30:06

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In today’s episode Jim and Tyson joined Gary Miles! As the managing member of the Maryland law firm Huesman Jones and Miles, Gary is an experienced trial attorney with a concentration in family law and personal injury. An active member of the state bar's Lawyer Assistance Committed, Gary is passionate about helping lawyers be their best selves. His mission is to help lawyers and other entrepreneurs achieve personal, physical, time and financial freedom, and impact the lives of others. 4:15 zoning in on family law 6:45 the mindset shift 11:10 taking on stressors from emotional cases 13:00 focus on your actions not your results 15:50 the ego 18:32 how to help 20:46 we all have the same 24 hours each day JIm’s Hack: Book - 11 Rings by Phil Jackson about Phil’s leadership style and how to deal with different personalities. Gary’s Tip: Focus on how you can best be of service - read the book The Go Giver ! Tyson’s Tip: Bill.com for writing checks and making transfers. Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Start With Your Vision” w/ Charlotte Erdmann 305 26:32

πριν 4 years26:32

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This week we have Charlotte Erdmann as a guest on the podcast! Charlotte A. Erdmann is the owner and lead attorney of Orlando Tax Law. Her practice focuses on tax controversy and litigation. She earned her J.D. degree from Barry University School of Law (2010) and her LL.M. (tax) from the University of Florida (2011). She is a director in the Florida Bar Tax Section and frequent presenter and author on tax controversy topics. 4:40 tax law 7:35 starting a partnership 8:25 starting a solo practice with $800 13:32 team of 5 16:00 a law firm that supports your story 17:21 networking 19:18 lists of what you like and dislike 20:21 if you hire the money will come JIm’s Hack: Podcast: Master’s of Scale by Reid Hoffman, and book: Blitzscaling by Reid Hoffman Charlotte’s Tip: As things begin to open up, go out to lunch with someone you normally wouldn’t go to lunch with, learn from someone that is different than you. Tyson’s Tip: Book: Relentless Solution Focus by Dr. Jason Selk Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Opening a Remote Office” Facebook live panel 304 58:26

πριν 4 years58:26

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Today we’re sharing a live from the Maximum Lawyer Facebook group with Jim Hacking and a panel of 5 guests including Shawn Hamp, Josh Goldstein, Chelsie Lamie, Marco Brown, and Megan Zavieh who share their experiences and opinions on operating a remote office. Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Focus on the Process" with Dr. Jason Selk 303 30:46

πριν 4 years30:46

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This week we have Dr. Jason Selk as a guest on the podcast! While serving as the Director of Mental Training for the St Louis Cardinals, Dr. Jason Selk helped the team win their first World Series in over 20 years, and in 2011 he assisted the Cardinals in the historic feat of winning their second World Championship in a six-year period. In addition to working with world-class athletes, Dr. Selk helps business leaders, executives, and top sales people develop mental toughness, increase confidence and focus, and substantially grow the bottom line. More importantly, he helps his clients achieve life balance and health, because people who are happier are the ones who are most successful. A licensed mental health professional, Dr. Selk earned his Doctorate in counseling and sport psychology at the University of Missouri. His client list includes companies such as Morgan Stanley, Ernst & Young, Merrill Lynch, Edward Jones, Bacardi, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. A regular contributor to Forbes and Inc., he has been featured in such publications as Success, Men’s Health, Shape, Self, and USA Today, and on television and radio shows on CNBC, ABC, CBS, NBC, and ESPN. His latest book Relentless Solution Focus will be published in January 2021. Selk’s earlier book, Executive Toughness , was ranked one of the best career development books ever published by Book Authority. His first book, 10-Minute Toughness , is on pace to be one of the best-selling sports psychology books of all time, while Organize Tomorrow Today was ranked as a top best-selling business book of 2016 by CEO Read. And in 2018, his book Lead Any Team to Win was recognized by Bloomberg as one of the top ten best leadership books of the year. 2:10 the victim mentality 6:10 middle class mindset 8:00 self-confidence 9:38 identity statement 17:00 zeroing in on imperfections 21:10 do you know where you’re trying to go 25:43 too focused on the result Watch the recording here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live with Ben Glass 47:32

πριν 4 years47:32

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In today’s episode Seth and Jay joined special guest Ben Glass of Great Legal Marketing. Ben started his solo practice in 1995, focusing on personal injury, medical malpractice, and ERISA disability insurance law. He has been featured in or quoted by The Washington Post, Washington Post Magazine, Newsweek, USA Today, ABC News Online, Wall Street Journal, and “The Next Big Thing” Radio Show. Mr. Glass has also been interviewed on television, including the stations ABC, NBC, and Fox. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Online Courses" with Joey Vitale 302 19:56

πριν 4 years19:56

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Joey Vitale is a trademark attorney (also known as a “brand legitimizer”) for online entrepreneurs, emerging thought leaders, and course creators. With his law firm, his courses, and podcast Joey helps online business owners call legal dibs on their brand name and signature methods so they never have to worry about losing their brand overnight. Today we share his presentation, “Online Courses” from MaxLawCon 2019. Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Make Choices That Reflect Your Hopes Not Your Fears” w/ Emilia Coto 301 23:38

πριν 4 years23:38

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This week we have Emilia Coto as a guest on the podcast! Emilia is the founder of Sisu Legal, a law firm in Windsor, Ontario and has recently opened an office in Troy, Michigan. Her focus is on immigration law and more specifically, family sponsorship. Sisu Legal is on a mission to provide accessible, innovative, and effective legal services. Prior to founding Sisu Legal, Emilia was a lawyer at a mid-size firm for three years. 2:35 quitting without a plan 3:45 the day you started your firm 7:00 lessons learned 9:00 any reason to refer it 10:00 resistance to growth 12:45 best breakthroughs 16:40 a fulfilling firm 17:00 one year from now 18:11 course creation 19:23 get out of your own way Watch the recording here. Jim’s Hack: Move around and work in different spots of your office. Emilia’s Tip: The Peloton app for exercises even without the treadmill or bike. Tyson’s Tip: Hire a tech stack manager as a freelance VA. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Case Management” w/ Ryan Anderson 300 20:25

πριν 4 years20:25

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In today’s episode we’re sharing a presentation by Ryan Andersen, co-founder of Filevine from MaxLawcon 2019. Ryan wants you to ask yourself, "Are you swimming once, instead of building a bridge?" Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Continuous Improvement" with Jason Carpenter 299 36:01

πριν 4 years36:01

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This week we have Jason Carpenter as a guest on the podcast! Jason is the Owner of The Law Office of Jason R Carpenter located in Harrisburg Pennsylvania. Starting his firm right out of law school, Jason built his entire firm around using the latest technology to help clients and make metric driven decisions for the firm. With a never-ending desire to improve, Jason's firm is consistently revamping every system in the firm and focuses his time more to working "on'' the business than "in" the business. Jason is proud to say that he does not have employees, as he hates that term, but refers to his staff as team members in order to foster a firm culture that is both positive and productive. 11:00 success is rented 11:44 3 day work week 14:10 flat fees 18:24 marketing tips 21:23 television sponsored content 29:00 geo targeting on Facebook Watch the recording here. Jim’s Hack: Book: Hell Yeah or No by Derek Sivers Jason’s Tip: Business coaching to make sure your mindset is right. Tyson’s Tip: Book: Tribal Leadership by Dave Logan, John King and Halee Fischer-Wright Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Engaging the Court of Public Opinion” w/ Wayne Pollock 298 49:15

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In today’s episode we’re sharing a presentation from MaxLawCon 2018. Today we share a presentation from Wayne Pollock, on engaging the court of public opinion. Wayne Pollock is the founder and managing attorney of Copo Strategies. Copo Strategies is a unique professional services firm that provides a unique brand of counsel to attorneys and their clients—counsel that incorporates legal strategy, media strategy, ethics compliance, and defamation avoidance. Wayne has a public relations background who has lived and breathed high-profile, high-stakes investigations and litigation. Listen to podcast here . Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Humanizing Processes" with Hilary Corna 297 30:56

πριν 4 years30:56

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This week we have Hilary Corna as a guest on the podcast! Hilary is a Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker, Founder of The Human Way, and former Senior Executive Officer of Toyota Asia Pacific. She believes there is an evolution occurring in business. It's not just about the technology, tactics, integrations, and how much money leaders pump into their companies -- it's about love, care and human connection. Her work draws from topics including Kaizen, Operations, Customer Experience (CX), Employee Experience (EX), Culture, and Innovation. Her clients have included State Farm Insurance, General Motors, and the United Nations Foundation to name a few. Hilary’s been featured in the New York Times, Fortune, ForbesWoman, The Wall Street Journal, NBC, and dozens of other publications. 6:10 people and profits 10:10 every weakness can be used as a strength 10:55 competing on price 13:00 where can you be human 14:14 how do you want to show up 17:56 speak real talk 20:40 use your story 22:21 text-monials Watch the recording here. Jim’s Hack: Study the work of Dr. W. Edward Deming Hilary’s Tip: Call out the falseness of your industry. Call out people’s mistruth about your industry. Tyson’s Tip: App: Someday - log tasks in lists for today, tomorrow and someday Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Video for Web" with Kent Richardson 296 14:20

πριν 4 years14:20

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In today’s episode we’re sharing a presentation from MaxLawCon 2019. Today we share a presentation from Kent Richardson, head cinematographer at Gavl Video, LLC, on video for web from MaxLawcon 2019. Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live with Tim McKey 57:19

πριν 4 years57:19

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In today’s episode Seth and Jay continue down the rabbit hole of coaching for lawyers and spend time with Tim McKey of Vista consulting. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Content Marketing" with Joe Pulizzi 295 34:23

πριν 4 years34:23

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This week we have Joe Pulizzi as a guest on the podcast! Joe Pulizzi is the Amazon bestselling author of Content Inc ., Killing Marketing and Epic Content Marketing , which was named a “Must-Read Business Book” by Fortune Magazine. Joe's latest version of Content Inc. will be released May, 2021. Joe has founded three companies, including the Content Marketing Institute (CMI) , and has launched dozens of events, including Content Marketing World. In 2014, he received the "Lifetime Achievement Award" by the Content Council. His podcast series, This Old Marketing with Robert Rose, has millions of downloads from over 150 countries. He is also the author of The Random Newsletter, delivered to thousands every two weeks. His Foundation, The Orange Effect , delivers speech therapy and technology services to children in over 25 states. Watch the recording here. Jim’s Hack: Drill down on what you’re doing right and what you’re doing wrong when it comes to your chances of getting someone to hire you. Joe’s Tip: We all have limited resources. Do an audit and find 3 or 4 things to not do anymore in order to free up time to do other things exceptionally well. Tyson’s Tip: Streamyard a live stream platform. Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live with special guest Melissa Shanahan 55:56

πριν 4 years55:56

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In today’s episode Seth and Jay joined special guest Melissa Shanahan the founder facilitator of Velocity Work to talk about working with a coach for your law firm. Melissa helps clients and listeners shift how they operate in order to achieve the next level for their firm and their life. From numbers and business strategy to discipline and mental health, Melissa's approach provides sustainable success. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Start and Grow a YouTube Channel that Your Clients and Prospects Will Actually Watch” w/ Jim Hart 294 43:53

πριν 4 years43:53

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In today’s episode we’re sharing a presentation from MaxLawCon 2020. Our originally scheduled MaxLawCon 2020 speaker Jim Hart presented LIVE to the Maximum Lawyer Guild community and today we share his talk: Start and Grow a YouTube Channel that Your Clients and Prospects Will Actually Watch. Attorney Jim Hart has 104,000 YouTube subscribers ! In his presentation he teaches us to know our goal for every video. We should post 3 types of video: 1) Grow your channel (80%) 2) Sell something (10%) 3) Build community (10%) Jim also shares his story telling formula he learned from a coach he worked with! Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Creating a Movement, Not a Moment” w/ Terry Clancy 293 27:23

πριν 4 years27:23

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This week we have Terry Clancy as a guest on the podcast! Terry focuses her practice exclusively on Estate Planning in Oak Park, IL. Prior to starting her law practice, she worked as an Assistant State's Attorney in the Cook County State's Attorney's Office between 1991-1998 and again between 2006-2017. (Between 1998 and 2006 she was a stay at home mom). Watch the recording here. 7:20 getting started with video 8:32 starting to get clients 13:54 client avatar 16:23 system to further your practice 17:20 tech stack 18:00 future growth vision 21:25 planning for growth Terry's Estate Planning Jeopardy Game Jim’s Hack: Daniel Pink’s new class on selling. Terry’s Tip: Get an estate plan! Use your software for what it’s not originally marketed for. Tyson’s Tip: Zoho social for social media scheduling. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Mistakes Made with Content and Training” w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 292 30:47

πριν 4 years30:47

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This week Jim and Tyson go through the common mistakes made when creating content and while onboarding and training. Watch the recording here. 4:00 mental barriers to creating content 6:50 create a system for creating content 11:06 lessen the friction 12:35 automations and outsourcing 13:35 anticipate to create 15:15 an unlimited amount of content in you 17:05 mistakes when training 21:15 continuous training 23:55 having a point person Maximum Lawyer in Minimum Time is coming soon! Join the Guild to get access with your membership! Jim’s Hack: Get a piece of paper, a pen and a match - write everything that you’re angry about and burn the paper and let it all go. Tyson’s Tip: If you have an iPhone you can hold down on a message and click reply and the recipient will see that you responded to a specific message. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live with special guest Josh Odintz 42:34

πριν 4 years42:34

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In today’s episode Seth and Jay joined special guest Josh Odintz of Baker McKenzie to talk about PPP 2 and tax consequences given the new bill just signed by the president. Joshua D. Odintz is a partner in and on the management committee of Baker McKenzie’s North American Tax Practice Group. Joshua held high-level government positions with both the US Department of the Treasury and the Senate Finance Committee. He previously served as a Senior Advisor for Tax Reform to the Assistant Secretary at the US Department of the Treasury, where he advised Senior Treasury officials on tax reform options and issues. Joshua focuses on tax policy, tax controversy, and withholding tax matters. He advises clients on domestic and international tax controversy matters at all phases, from audit and administrative appeals through litigation. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Powerhouse Law Firm Book" with John Fisher 291 40:38

πριν 4 years40:38

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John Fisher is the owner and founder of John H. Fisher, P.C., where he limits his practice to catastrophic injury law for injury victims in New York State. John has been cited as a legal expert on numerous occasions by TRIAL magazine of the American Association for Justice and the New York Law Journal, and he speaks frequently for the New York State Bar Association, The National Trial Lawyers, PILMMA, Great Legal Marketing, and county and regional bar associations concerning law practice management, internet marketing for lawyers, referral-based marketing and trial skills. Today we share his presentation on Powerhouse Law Firm Book at MaxLawCon 2019. Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Making Decisions with KPI’s ” w/ Tim McKey 290 30:45

πριν 4 years30:45

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This week we have Tim McKey as a guest on the podcast! Tim co-founded Vista Consulting in 2009, along with his partner Chad Dudley. Vista’s aim was to help plaintiff law firms reach their full potential. In December 2017, Tim acquired Chad’s interest in Vista. Tim has decades of CPA experience with local, regional, and national CPA firms. However, it is through Tim’s prior consulting practice that he found his passion. Developing a management philosophy with business owners along with the associated systems and processes that assist in delivering outstanding management to Vista’s client teams is Tim’s forté. Tim’s experience and interest allow him to assist Vista clients with developing a realistic vision of their firm into the future, creating a strategic plan to achieve that vision while working with firm owners in designing their desired lifestyle. From a technical standpoint, Tim assists Vista clients in reviewing firm tax entity structure, accounting systems analysis, and financial reporting. Watch the recording here. 7:04 macro data 8:44 not tracking data 10:50 qualified leads 13:20 law firm KPI’s 15:45 client contact system 17:34 almost doubled case values 20:20 financial KPI’s 22:25 internal controls Jim’s Hack: Stop telling yourself you’re not good with math and numbers, you don’t have to be great with them to make numbers work for you. Tim’s Tip: Use electronic sign ups to stop clients from shopping. Use TT and E - tools, training and expectations when accessing a team member. Tyson’s Tip: Zazzle - Tyson got custom branded iphone cases for his team. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"The 12 Week Year" w/ Brian Moran 289 51:47

πριν 4 years51:47

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Today we’re sharing an exclusive Guild live with Jim, Tyson and author of the book, The 12 Week Year , Brian Moran. The 12 Week Year teaches us how to Get More Done In 12 Weeks Than Others Do In 12 Months by substantially increasing your current results, lowering your stress, building confidence, and feeling better about yourself. Not by working harder, but by focusing on activities that matter most, maintaining a sense of urgency to get things done, and shedding the low-value activity that keeps you stuck. Listen to the podcast here . Watch the recording here. 2:35 vision 6:44 illusion of time 8:45 planning the same way we did years ago 10:30 a healthy sense of urgency 11:20 lag indicators vs lead indicators 15:45 the critical few 19:12 where to start 23:14 Brian’s 2 day planning sessions 30:41 it’s like investing 35:35 self-accountability 38:54 thinking you don’t have time to do this 40:50 fail faster 45:02 time blocks 48:40 the 13th week Brian’s 12 Week Year virtual event January 14th & 15th 9 AM - 1 PM ET. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Intake and Numbers" w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 288 26:07

πριν 4 years26:07

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This week Tyson and Jim discuss mistakes they see related to intake and firm owners not knowing their numbers. 2:35 the earlier you set up systems up the better 4:40 jumping from system to system 6:00 leads 12:50 maximum law in minimum time 13:58 how many qualified leads do you need 17:00 increasing revenue by knowing your numbers 18:34 polishing the silver 20:28 product and process goals Jim’s Hack: Bullet journaling - helping with daily tasks and accountability. Tyson’s Tip: Google Tasks - scheduling tasks with the Google tasks app which syncs with your Google calendar. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Social Media Marketer" w/ Santa Claus 287 10:09

πριν 4 years10:09

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Jay Ruane is the co-founder of Ruane Attorneys At Law, LLC a criminal defense and DUI firm, and as the CEO of Firmflex Jay is also known as a leader in social media marketing for attorneys. Today we share his presentation, “Social Media Marketer” from MaxLawCon 2019. Watch the presentation from the conference here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live with special guest Rand Fishkin 1:14:23

πριν 4 years1:14:23

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In today’s episode Seth and Jay discuss more E-Myth, prepping for EOY and Seth interviews Rand Fishkin about SEO and outside money and how it can impact your business as an owner. Rand Fishkin is the cofounder and CEO of SparkToro . He’s dedicated his professional life to helping people do better marketing through his blogging, videos, speaking, and his book, Lost and Founder . When Rand’s not working, he’s most likely to be in the company of his partner in marriage and (mostly petty) crime, author Geraldine DeRuiter . If you feed him great pasta or great whisky, he’ll give you the cheat code to rank #1 on Google. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Maximum Lawyer in Minimum Time" w/ Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 286 26:47

πριν 4 years26:47

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This week we are introducing our newest product Maximum Lawyer in Minimum Time! Watch the recording here. 4:50 if you’re not where you want to be 7:04 trying to do too much 8:32 too slow to get more help 11:12 signing up for less not more 16:36 building into your processes 20:16 micro intake 22:25 do you have the capacity to meet the opportunity Jim’s Hack: Sugarwish - the recipient gets to pick what they want and then the gift is sent to them. Tyson’s Tip: Pick 1 thing that’s been sitting there needing to get done and hire someone to finish it. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"What's Your Why on Social Media" w/ Mitch Jackson 285 41:14

πριν 4 years41:14

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Mitch Jackson is a senior partner and founding attorney of Jackson & Wilson, an Orange County Personal Injury firm. He has represented clients in the Orange County area for over 30 years where he has obtained numerous multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements for his clients. Today we share his presentation, “What’s Your Why on Social Media” from MaxLawCon 2018. Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Strategize to Maximize” w/ Saul Gruber 284 30:57

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This week we have Saul Gruber as a guest on the podcast! Saul was a nationally renowned Trial Lawyer for 30 years with multiple offices in New Jersey and recently relocated to Florida and transitioned from practicing law to Trial Consulting. He formerly represented victims of Medical Negligence, Car Wrecks, Defective Products and earned a national reputation in representing and helping victims of Nursing Home Neglect. After a rewarding career, Saul has now shifted his focus to helping other advocates reach the zenith in their client’s cases. According to Saul, “It is essential to tap into the jurors desires and fears as it relates to your client’s harms”. The Firm’s unique blend of experience, focus groups, rule development, and discovery and deposition strategies provide continued persuasive insight unmatched by other consulting groups. Watch the recording here. 3:30 consulting and mentoring 4:35 you’re going to make a lot of mistakes 8:22 strategize to maximize 9:00 outsourcing 12:08 working with lawyers as clients 16:40 connecting with clients 18:39 looking through a lens Jim’s Hack: Book: Matthew McConaughey - Greenlights Saul’s Tip: If you want to be a trial lawyer and you want better settlements, what you need to do is try the case. Tyson’s Tip: Reach out to your friends and see how they’re doing. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live with special guest Michael Gerber 59:39

πριν 4 years59:39

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In today’s episode Seth and Jay interview special guest Michael Gerber the author of the E-Myth series and founder of Michael E. Gerber Companies! All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Referrals are Not a Growth Strategy" w/ Maddy Martin 283 18:03

πριν 4 years18:03

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Maddy Martin is the Head of Growth & Education at Smith.ai Receptionists & Web Chat , a company known for superior virtual receptionists and intake services. Today we share her presentation, “Referrals are Not a Growth Strategy” from MaxLawCon 2019. Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Tax Based Practice" w/ Mark Milton 282 33:09

πριν 4 years33:09

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This week we have Mark Milton as a guest on the podcast! Mark is a St. Louis-based tax attorney, accountant, and entrepreneur. He grew up in Belleville, Illinois, and migrated west to Missouri after marrying a West County native he met in law school at St. Louis University. Before settling down in the Midwest, “Milty” started his legal career with the U.S. Department of Justice-Tax Division in Washington, DC, where he litigated complex tax cases in federal courts throughout the country. In 2017, Milty launched his private law practice focused on tax resolution and he prides himself in helping others navigate an ever-increasingly complex legal, regulatory, and tax environment, one he admittedly struggles with himself despite his education and experience. Watch the recording here. Jim’s Hack: Leading indicators vs lagging indicators - spend more time looking at leading indicators to see if you’re doing all the right things to move your firm forward. Mark’s Tip: Be selective with clients and don’t be afraid to say no. Tyson’s Tip: Now’s a really good time to save money on things you need for your office. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Jerry Parker 52:00

πριν 4 years52:00

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Today Seth and Jay interview Jerry Parker of Parker Waichman LLP. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Opposing Counsel" with William Umansky 281 14:49

πριν 4 years14:49

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William D. Umansky, or “The Lawman” as he is affectionately known by his peers, has almost two decades of experience offering “Second Chances” to clients who have either been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or who have, unfortunately, been charged with a crime. His practice is based in Central Florida and he advocates for his clients throughout Florida. He is the Managing Partner of the Umansky Law Firm where he directs a team of lawyers dedicated to success and to working hard to try and achieve the results the firm’s client’s desire. Today we share his presentation, “Opposing Counsel” from MaxLawCon 2019. Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"LinkedIn for Lawyers" w/ Viveca Hess 280 31:16

πριν 4 years31:16

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This week we have Viveca Hess as a guest on the podcast! As a recovering lawyer, Viveca had over a decade since creating her own law marketing agency to figure out a few stress-relieving, results-driven strategies to grow and streamline a lawyer's life and practice. Studying people, human nature and how we communicate to build meaningful relationships is her passion, always has been. But, it wasn’t until several years after graduating from law school she owned up to her passion for blending creative story-crafting with the design and psychology of communication. She initiated, created and directed the marketing and communication efforts at her law firm where she worked for nearly a decade and realized she was smitten with a practice having little to do with the law. She left that firm to launch her own online marketing company in 2010. Though she never looked back, her legal background lends itself well for insight to what lawyers, law firms, and a few other regulated or politically sensitive industries require to be protected while successfully promoted in an ever-evolving online sphere. This is part of her unique, odd, sometimes uncomfortable, and very happy character-building story. Watch the recording here. 6:18 developing a personality to compete 7:00 breaking through walls to tell your story 10:50 vulnerability 11:55 real not ugly 15:00 LinkedIn profiles 18:32 LinkedIn before your website 21:36 spammers 22:20 automations Jim’s Hack: Give yourself some time alone to think. Viveca’s Tip: You can go beyond 120 characters in your LinkedIn profile headline if you update it on your phone. Tyson’s Tip: Put what you want to get done, or what you want to be regularly doing on your calendar. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Opening a Law Firm on the Fly" w/ Gary Burger 279 41:01

πριν 4 years41:01

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Gary Burger is a partner at Burger Law and heads the Civil Litigation Group. Gary devotes his practice to helping injury victims and their families, providing financial recovery and protecting the future of those injured, and making our community safer through advocacy and volunteer work. Today we share his presentation, “Opening a Law Firm on the Fly” from MaxLawCon 2018. Watch the presentation here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Direct Response Marketing” w/ Dean Jackson 278 52:45

πριν 4 years52:45

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In today’s podcast episode Jim and Tyson dive into marketing with Dean Jackson . Dean fell in love with Marketing as a young boy when he first realized that selling stuff on commission was way easier than renting himself out by the hour for a regular job… and he’s never looked back. He carried that distaste for real work into adult life and has focused on a lifestyle centered approach to business using marketing as the ultimate lever to a life of freedom and fun. Listen to the podcast here . 5:00 speak to create a response 7:15 never make a cold call again 8:10 why you should try direct response marketing 11:40 you’re not trying to convince people to choose you 17:20 establish a brand 20:45 a brand shapes behavior 35:00 now and not now lead conversion 38:00 importance of email 43:13 more cheese less whiskers Jim’s Hack: Listen in to Dean’s podcast More Cheese, Less Whiskers. Dean’s Tip: Look back in your phone, your email or calendars and make contact with people you spoke with 90 days ago. Tyson’s Tip: Book: The 90-Minute Book by Dean Jackson Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Intake Pt. 7 w/ Jim Hacking and Gary Falkowitz 31:49

πριν 4 years31:49

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Today we’re sharing a bonus and final episode in our series on Intake. In this episode Jim and Gary went live in the Guild community to follow up on Jim’s intake process and chat with members. Gary Falkowitz advises law firms , attorneys and legal organizations on the importance of creating, utilizing, managing and maximizing the intake process. He has worked with managing partners, associates, paralegals and all other support staff to assist law firms in improving their intake process and, importantly, increasing their conversion percentages. Through his years of experience, Gary has realized that accountability, implementing strong internal procedures and responsiveness are three of the most important factors to ensure a successful and efficient intake process. It doesn’t hurt that his passion for the subject matter is unrivaled. In short, Gary believes that the key to maximizing a law firm’s revenue is strongly dependent upon the ability to appropriately prioritize and adequately scrutinize the intake process. Gary is also the author of the book, “ The Complete Guide to Law Firm Intake: Powerful Strategies To Maximize Retention and Increase Revenue ”. Want to hear more from Gary? Tune in to his MaxLawCon 2019 presentation here or watch the video here. Or, listen in to episode 93 with Gary as a guest on the Maximum Lawyer podcast here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live! with special guest Mike Albee 44:01

πριν 4 years44:01

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Today Seth and Jay talk authenticity and video virality with Tik Tok Superstar and Texas PI Attorney Mike Albee. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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“Speaking to Grow Your Brand” w/ Morris Lilienthal 277 31:14

πριν 4 years31:14

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In today’s episode we’re sharing a presentation from MaxLawCon 2020. Our originally scheduled MaxLawCon 2020 speaker Morris Lilienthal presented LIVE to the Maximum Lawyer Guild community and today we share his talk: Speaking to Grow Your Brand. Morris Lilienthal practices at the law firm of Martinson and Beason, P.C. in Alabama. Morris also hosts The Mo Show Live, a Facebook Live event that features interviews with prominent community members of Huntsville and Alabama. Morris is also a co-author of The Ultimate Guide to Social Media For Business Owners, Professionals and Entrepreneurs book. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Outsource Your Inbox" with Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux 276 32:14

πριν 4 years32:14

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In today’s podcast episode Jim and Tyson partnered up with their email management virtual assistants to share the behind the scenes of how they outsource their inboxes. They share inside workflows, how they got started and insider tips of having an email management VA on your team! Watch the interview here. Natasha’s Tip: When you get an email with a question, always think what is the next question? Anticipate questions and answer them before they’re asked to lessen email threads. Lauren’s Tip: When hiring, have a project that relates to a qualification for that position. Tyson’s Tip: Start out with a set rules for certain emails. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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Maximum Growth Live with special guest Michael McCreedy 57:32

πριν 4 years57:32

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Today Seth and Jay sit down with Michael McCreedy to discuss what actions they took during the initial shut down, virtual christmas parties, job postings and business systems. Michael has been practicing law since 1992. In 2000, he opened McCready Law behind the principal of helping the injured in Chicago. He focuses on a range of personal injury cases such as car accidents, workers compensation, bus accidents, truck accidents, and more. All MGL videos can be found under the Maximum Growth Live! topic in the Facebook group . Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss an interview, presentation or training! Resources: Join the Guild Membership Subscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube Channel Follow us on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page Follow us on LinkedIn…

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"Automation Panel" at MaxLawCon 2019 31:38

πριν 4 years31:38