The 80/20 Principle
280 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsUnconventional advice on leveraging technology to achieve breakthrough results. Using the 80/20 Principle is about strategic minimalism, which means focusing on a few tools that have an extraordinary impact—things that are tried and true, not fancy and new. Also, tools that are "Stone Age simple" to set up and use. Bottom line: managing a modern law practice doesn't have to be complicated or frustrating if you adopt the right approach and use the right tools.
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279: LinkedIn Networking: How to "Work the Room"
March 19, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBLinkedIn is a goldmine for professional referrals. Think of it as a 24-hour networking event that runs 365 days a year. You can "attend" asynchronously and easily generate new referrals without spending a lot of time "working the room.” In this episode, you will hear: 24/7 receptionist and chatbot services Unlocking LinkedIn's potential Crafting effective taglines for lawyers Optimizing LinkedIn profile for SEO Leveraging linkedin for networking success Resources from this Ep...
278: How to Get More Out of Podcasts You Listen to (Snipd)
March 05, 2024 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBPodcasts are valuable troves of knowledge. And yet it's notoriously challenging to capture insights and take notes on things you want to remember. But now there's a magic solution that you'll definitely appreciate knowing about that you'll learn all about in this episode. In this episode, you will hear: Leveraging podcasts for professional growth Essential features for podcast listening Features and benefits of Snipd app Leveraging 80/20 Principle for success Resources from this...
277: Traction Business Coaching for Law Firms (w/ Kellam Parks)
February 20, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this episode, you'll learn how a Virginia lawyer found the best business coach to help his firm implement principles from the popular book “Traction” (by Gino Wickman). Listen as Kellam Parks shares the process he used to research and vet candidates, and why he says the decision to hire a coach was "transformative." He also explains exactly why the principles in Traction are so helpful in growing a modern law practice. In this episode, you will hear: The benefits of applying the busin...
276: Privacy vs Security: Top Tips to Avoid Hackers
February 06, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 26.1 MBHackers repeatedly use the same common ploys to fool most people most easily. Avoid becoming a victim by learning about these ploys and by using a tech tool that too many people do not know about (or use if they do know). In this episode, you'll learn about six excellent recommendations the AARP believes can protect people online. And learn more about the one that's most beneficial for everyone who uses the Internet via computer, tablet device, or smartphone. In this episode, you will hear...
275: Frictionless Scheduling (with Calendly, etc.)
January 16, 2024 09:00 - 21 minutes - 21.2 MBTraditional ways of scheduling appointments have too much friction, so lawyers should now adopt automated scheduling technology like that offered by Calendly. When you use this type of tool, you'll be able to do more deep work without being bogged down with scheduling appointments or getting interrupted during peak work time. In this episode, you'll learn exactly why automated scheduling will help you save time and avoid frustration. And you'll learn how to optimize it for your practice. ...
274: The Year of Ninja Lawyering
January 02, 2024 09:00 - 29 minutes - 28.7 MBThe year 2024 is the year of Ninja Lawyering for solo and small firm lawyers who want frictionless efficiency, financial freedom, and flexibility to work less and enjoy life more. The key is leveraging technology strategically by focusing on a few key tools, the first of which we'll discuss in this episode. If you start using this tool, your practice will start to transform itself in mind-boggling ways. In this episode, you will hear: Introduction to Ninja Lawyering: Strategies for solo a...
273: Digital Nomadism - Part 2 (with Megan Hargroder)
December 19, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 41.2 MBIn Part 2 of our discussion of "Digital Nomadism," Megan Hargroder shares more insights on the art of living and working from anywhere. She highlights the use of platforms like Trusted House Sitters as an alternative to using AirBnb. And we also discuss safety tips while traveling abroad. Finally, we cover money management strategies, which are critical as well. Whether you're considering a full-blown leap into digital nomadism or just looking for tips on how to be more effective doing rem...
272: Legal Malpractice Insurance Made Easy
December 05, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this episode, we delve into a detailed conversation with Rio Peterson from Alps Insurance. We explore the intricacies of malpractice insurance and discuss how solo and small law firms can protect themselves not just against malpractice, but also cyber attacks and employment claims. We also delve into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in law practice, shedding light on how it can help cut costs, increase efficiency, and enhance client services. Rio, who was previous...
271: Automating Documents & Productizing Your Services (with Dorna Moini)
November 21, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 44.7 MBIn the latest episode, attorney Dorna Moini explains how her product, Gavel, enables full intake and workflow automation. She also explains how lawyers can document their expertise and turn that into revenue-generating products. In this episode, you will hear about: The importance of automating repetitive tasks, which begins with recording and analyzing repeatable tasks. How innovative document automation has revolutionized traditional legal services. The concept of productizing ...
270: Build a Successful Law Firm and Run it While Living in Europe
November 07, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThis episode features an interview with a lawyer who went from helping build a multimillion-dollar firm to practicing law from coffee shops in Europe. Sheila Wilkinson helped build a highly successful law firm from scratch even before she went to law school. Crazy but true. And after law school, she created her own successful practice, which she still runs, often from coffee shops in the country of Brussels. Another focus for Sheila is providing what she calls "Socratic coaching" for law...
269: Master of Tech, Deficient in Delegation (Interview with lawyer Brandon Siegal)
October 24, 2023 08:00 - 58 minutes - 54.8 MBThis episode is a deep dive into the law practice of solo attorney Brandon Siegal, a seasoned Canadian tax specialist who is comfortable using technology but finds delegation more challenging. The discussion was informed by answers he provided in taking my comprehensive Law Practice Assessment. We talked about software tools he uses, such as Clio, RingCentral, Microsoft Bookings, Email efficiency tools, ChatGPT, and Zapier. And by the way, he doesn't necessarily love everything he's usin...
268: Modern Note-Taking for Lawyers with Obsidian
October 10, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 47.2 MBDigital note-taking for lawyers is no longer just about transcribing ideas—it's about weaving them together. Enter the world of "Personal Knowledge Management" (PKM), a realm where Evernote once reigned supreme but now faces more powerful contenders. Obsidian is the best note-taking app for lawyers who want a powerful, user-friendly tool that also happens to be completely free. With its interconnected system of notes, it offers unparalleled speed and efficiency. Want to learn more? Tune ...
267: Getting The Most out of Microsoft 365 - Part 2
September 26, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 37.4 MBThis episode continues a discussion on how to get the most out of Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Whether you use a Mac or a PC, these tools help streamline the most common workflows in your law practice. I invited Ben Schorr to explain the ins and outs of 365 software. Ben works at Microsoft as a senior-level product manager for content, so he has major insight into how to get the most out of your Microsoft Office software. In this episode, Ben discusses t...
266: Getting The Most out of Microsoft 365 - Part 1
September 12, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 37 MBThis episode is about how to get the most out of Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Whether you use a Mac or a PC, these tools help streamline the most common workflows in your law practice. I invited Ben Schorr to explain the ins and outs of 365 software. Ben works at Microsoft as a senior-level product manager for content, so he has major insight into how to get the most out of your Microsoft Office software. In this episode, Ben discusses the following: Ta...
265: Digital Nomadism for Lawyers (with Megan Hargroder)
August 29, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 38.9 MBStep into the extraordinary world of digital nomadism with my wanderlust-filled guest, Megan Hargroder. Megan, a seasoned digital nomad, has been living out of her suitcase and working from the picturesque locales of Europe for the past eight months. Join us for a riveting conversation that explores the exhilarating freedoms and intricate challenges that come hand-in-hand with her unique lifestyle. Navigating time zones, hiring international talent, managing remote work, and maintaining cy...
264: The Legal Singularity - How A.I. will Improve Our Profession (with Ben Alarie)
August 15, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 46.1 MBLet's journey into the fascinating world of law and technology with our extraordinary guest, Ben Alarie. He's not just a law professor, but also an entrepreneur and author who has put his expertise in an excitingly accessible format through his AI product, Ask Blue J. This ingenious tool simplifies tax law navigation, transforming complex databases into question-answering platforms. We also shed light on the concept of the 'legal singularity', a term coined by Ben himself in his new book, si...
263: New Tech Effectiveness Assessment for Lawyers
August 01, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode, we revisit a persistent favorite topic - Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). We understand there are many recurring issues that may concern you, but which ones are the most pressing? We are on a mission to resolve these sticking points. A common challenge for attorneys is determining the technology that could bring the most significant improvement to their practice. Given the unique needs of each attorney, the question is: How do you identify the ideal technology for you...
Essential Tech Tools & Tips (with Adriana Linares)
July 18, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutes - 49.1 MBWhat if you could revolutionize your legal practice with technology? This provocative question led to an enlightening chat with legal tech consultant, Adriana Linares, who shared insights on how transitioning to cloud-based services and leveraging tools like TextExpander and ChatGPT can significantly enhance productivity and writing skills. That's not all, folks. Join us as we share personal anecdotes about the transformative power of effective communication skills, honed through Toastmas...
Overture.law - An Innovative New Way of Getting & Making Referrals
July 04, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 40.5 MBImagine a world where getting quality referrals is not just possible, but easy and ethical too. That's the pioneering world Arya Firoozmand, co-founder of Overture Law, is building. In this enlightening conversation, Arya takes me through his journey into law practice and how he and his partners invented Overture Law, an innovative platform that fills a service gap by linking attorneys and clients in the insurance-bad-faith sector. But Overture Law is more than just a linking platform. It'...
Technology vs. Natural Growth
June 20, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes - 19.8 MBDiscover the secret to unlocking human growth and genuine connections in our increasingly digital world. This episode promises to reveal the power of face-to-face interaction and why it's crucial for personal and professional success. Let me take you on a journey through our experience with Laurel Street Music in New Orleans, where an inspiring story of community events and real-world connection unfolded during the pandemic. Learn how the simple act of getting to know your neighbors can lead...
A Celebrity Actor Shares Law Practice Insights (Surprise Guest)
June 06, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 26.5 MBEver wondered how the 80-20 principle applies to a Hollywood actor's life and career? I have an exclusive chat with the legendary Tom Hanks, shedding light on the topic and sharing his personal experiences! But there's more than meets the ear – my friend and computer forensics expert Craig Ball joins me to reveal the cutting-edge AI technology from ElevenLabs that made our "interview" with Tom Hanks possible. We dive into the potential dangers of AI-generated deep fakes, the importance o...
Streamlining Operations using Agile Methodology (John Grant)
May 30, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 45.5 MBAre you ready to revolutionize your law firm's operations and witness a substantial boost in productivity and profitability? Join me for an enlightening conversation with John Grant, a renowned lawyer and consultant who has mastered the art of streamlining law practices for maximum success. Together, we explore the Kanban method for visualizing workflows, the concept of Kaizen for continuous incremental improvement, and practical strategies for optimizing law firm operations. In our discu...
Using Airtable Databases to Help Run a Small Law Firm (Jess Birken)
May 23, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jess Birken, a small firm law owner who specializes in helping nonprofits. As someone with an entrepreneurial spirit and a tech-savvy approach, Jess shared her insights on how technology has revolutionized her practice and how others can optimize their own businesses. One of the key topics we discussed was the use of Airtable, a cloud-based relational database, in Jess's law practice. She explained how she initially began using ...
Get Staffed Up with Remote Workers in Latin America (Guest: Brett Trembly)
May 16, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode, Brett Trembly, a business lawyer and founder of Get Staffed Up, shares how his company helps law firm owners hire talented virtual assistants from Latin America. He discusses his new book, which sets forth a 24-month game plan for hiring seven specific positions. He also explains the best practices for working with virtual assistants, including repeatable tasks, daily check-ins, and quarterly conversations. Tune in to learn about the nuts and bolts of building a rem...
A Practicing Lawyer's Perspective on ChatGPT (Enrico Schaefer)
May 09, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 41.7 MBDiscover the transformative power of ChatGPT technology in the legal industry as Ernie sits down with Enrico Schaefer, an attorney with over thirty years of experience in technology and IP law. Learn how Enrico leverages AI tools and third-party applications to revolutionize his practice, streamline communication, and optimize his workflow. Join Ernie as he explores Enrico's journey into the world of ChatGPT, discussing practical applications like analyzing PDFs, summarizing documents, and...
Gumbo, ChatGPT & Systems (with Matt Granda)
May 02, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode I briefly discuss gumbo, ChatGPT and a new development in my Systems program. You'll also hear from Matt Granda, the managing partner in a P.I. law firm who is serious about systematizing and improving his firm's operations. Show Notes Matt Granda's LinkedIn page Claggett & Sykes website (Matt's law firm) Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valua...
Hiring & Working with Overseas VAs (with Joey Vitale)
April 25, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 45.9 MBJoey Vitale practices trademark law in Chicago and got so busy he needed to hire overseas VAs from the Philippines. Then he started teaching other lawyers the benefits and methods of working with overseas VAs. Learn the best ways of hiring and working with remote VAs in law practice. And discover the "Holy Grail" metric for uncommon law firm success. Show Notes GlobalVettedVAs.com (Joey's Skybreaker website for helping folks find VAs) Clickup (project management software Joey uses and ...
Building Accountability Charts & Tracking Portals (with Melissa Shanahan)
April 18, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30.9 MBBusiness coach Melissa Shanahan discusses how she helped a small group of law firm owners build a dashboard for tracking key metrics in their practices (i.e., a "tracking portal"). She also showed them how to define the various roles for work done in the firm (now or in the future) through an "accountability chart." Show Notes Velocity Work (Melissa's website) Law Firm Owner (Melissa's podcast) Mastery Group (Melissa's coaching program for law firm owners) Check out the Law Firm Sy...
The Future of Lawyer Work is Here
April 11, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 26.4 MBThe legal profession is changing rapidly, and lawyers must adapt quickly. Discover the best way to work and thrive in the modern world. (hint: trial & error is the worst way). Show Notes Click to download the list of Best Systems & Tools for Lawyers Subscribe to Substack newsletter: The 80/20 Principle Learn more about the Law Firm Systems Workshop Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' (online discussion group for lawyers) Read this book: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving Mo...
Modern Systems for Virtual Law Practice - Part 2
April 04, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 30 MBLawyers increasingly work remotely or in virtual environments. That means we need new ways of better organizing, communicating, and collaborating in this digital/virtual world. The first part of two that examines how to make this happen, so our practices run more smoothly. Show Notes Click here to download the PDF list of recommended tools (and other webinar resources) Subscribe to Substack newsletter: The 80/20 Principle Check out Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment open now) Join...
Modern Systems for Virtual Law Practice - Part 1
March 28, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 36.4 MBLawyers increasingly work remotely or in virtual environments. That means we need new ways of better organizing, communicating, and collaborating in this digital/virtual world. The first part of two that examines how to make this happen, so our practices run more smoothly. Show Notes Click here to download the PDF list of recommended tools (and other webinar resources) Subscribe to Substack newsletter: The 80/20 Principle Check out Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment open now) Join...
GPT-4 is Here - Lawyers Beware
March 21, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 30.7 MBLast week's release of GPT-4 has stunned people because of its amazing new capabilities for interpreting requests, finding and synthesizing information, as well as writing coherent summaries. It even scored in the 90th percentile on a bar exam, which means it can handle legal information as well. In this episode you'll find out what GPT-4 is and how you should go about learning to leverage it in your law practice. Show Notes Chat.OpenAI.com is the site where you should sign up to start try...
Productize Your Legal Services
March 14, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 27.9 MBIf you can create an information product for potential clients to get a meaningful result, they will trust you more and possibly hire you later for full-scope work. Many lawyers are now productizing their legal services, and in this episode, we discuss why you should do this, the best way to start, and the small hurdles to surmount to make it happen in your practice. Show Notes The story of entrepreneur Ted Nicholas who made millions selling corporate forms Joey Vitale's presentation at ...
Cybersecurity for Law Firms
March 07, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 28.2 MBCybersecurity is essential in all fields, but especially in law firms, where there is so much sensitive information stored on computers. Learn how to protect yourself in this episode. Show Notes The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss's interview with Richard Koch) 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More, by Perry Marshall Effortless: Make it Easier ...
How to run a new law practice without any prior business skills (with Chris Earley)
February 28, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 43.9 MBChris Earley had no idea how to run any business when he graduated from law school in 2004. But he figured it out through a series of strategies and tactics, which you'll learn about in this episode. Show Notes Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success, book by Adam Grant Never Eat Alone: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time, by Keith Ferrari Erika Kullberg - Instagram Attorney (that ernie mentions) Chris cellphone # 617-956-2501 Earley Law Group we...
Interesting Questions about Law Practice Management
February 21, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 32.8 MBManaging a law practice doesn't have to be as hard as many lawyers make it. I've gotten some interesting questions about this topic, so in this episode, you'll learn more about how to make major improvements more easily. Show Notes The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss' podcast interview with Richard Koch) 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More, by ...
How the 80/20 Rule Helps Practicing Attorneys (with Patrick Slaughter)
February 14, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 34.5 MBThe 80/20 rule can help practicing lawyers. Listen and learn how one family lawyer in Tennessee used it to become more profitable and much happier in his practice. Show Notes Click here to see Patrick's Standard Engagement Contract. Patrick Slaughter's Magic Law Practice (Episode 48) Business Coaching for Lawyers with Patrick Slaughter (Episode 54) What’s Your Vision for Success? with Patrick Slaughter (Episode 65) How to Sell Your Law Practice with Patrick Slaughter (Episod...
Lawyer Burnout & How to Avoid or Resolve it
February 07, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 20.8 MBMany lawyers succumb to burnout or stress at various points in their careers. It's easy to assume that this is just something we have to accept. But the truth is, we don't have to endure stress or burnout if we understand the root causes and optimal solutions. Show Notes How to Optimize Productivity (While Working Less), Mark Manson (80/20 article mentioned in the episode) Notes on The 80/20 Principle by Richard Koch, by Josh Kaufman (also mentioned in the episode) The 80/20 Principle...
A Retrospective of Tech Adoption by Lawyers (Interview with Monty McIntyre)
January 31, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutes - 49.8 MBMany lawyers who entered the practice of law in the 1980s ignored technology or dismissed its potential for making law more efficient and easier to practice. But not Monty McIntyre, a San Diego trial lawyer who adopted technology and remains open-minded and curious about leveraging it to improve his practice. Show Notes Monty McIntyre’s California Case Summaries™ (podcast listeners can click here to get, for free, Monty’s one-paragraph summaries of every new civil case published by the CA...
Interview with Nashville solo lawyer Brian Payne
January 24, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 43.5 MBIn this episode, you'll meet Brian Payne, a solo attorney who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee. Brian was initially lured to Nashville because he's a songwriter. He was encouraged to go to law school by someone he admired, and that's how he wound up with a law degree. He has a solo practice focused on real estate law. And he's interested in improving his practice, which is how we met. Listen and find out as I delve into Brian's practice and see what you can learn that will help yo...
A.I. Powered Note-Taking for Lawyers (with Otter.ai)
January 17, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 17.3 MBArtificial intelligence is gaining ground rapidly in many areas, including better note-taking by creating accurate transcripts and recordings at the same time. Tools like Otter.ai allow you to do this using any modern smartphone. Every lawyer should at least try Otter.ai to understand the power of note-taking powered by artificial intelligence. In this episode I explain exactly why this possibility is to useful for lawyers. Show Notes Otter.ai (special link to get 1 month of the Pro Le...
Revenue & Expense Tracking Insights (with Melissa Shanahan)
January 10, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 47.6 MBTracking your firm's revenue and expense numbers gives you helpful insight into which areas of your practice are more profitable or which staff members or contractors are truly valuable. Melissa Shanahan, a top-notch business coach for solo and small firm attorneys, joins Ernie to discuss how best to track these metrics. Show Notes The Law Firm Owner Podcast (Melissa Shanahan's podcast) Velocity Work (Melissa's website) The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by ...
Multi-Disciplinary Thinking for Lawyers
January 03, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes - 18.6 MBTo succeed in big ways today, it's best to think in multi-dimensional or multi-disciplinary ways. That has been the key to attorney-businessman Charlie Munger's success and many others. In this episode, we'll talk about what it looks like to do this and how you can start to do it as well. Show Notes The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch (about how to discover and use the power of 80/20 leverage in business) Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair...
80/20 Data Insights for Lawyers ("Moneyball")
December 27, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 18.8 MBThe power of 80/20 analysis can help lawyers achieve higher incomes and get better clients. But gathering and analyzing key data is essential (as it was for the Oakland Athletics baseball team, as depicted in the book/movie "Moneyball"). Two KPIs, in particular, are of paramount importance for lawyers with solo/small firm practices. Show Notes The Ultimate Question 2.0, by Fred Reichheld & Rob Markey (about the use of the NPS score for measuring client satisfaction) The 80/20 Pr...
Is the 80/20 rule too good to be true?
December 20, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 19.5 MBThe 80/20 principle is powerful and can help bring about a massive change in any business —including a lawyer's practice. But it's hard to wrap your head around this idea when you first come upon it. One natural reaction of lawyers is to think, "this is too good to be true." But the fact is that it's absolutely true and powerful, as I'll explain in this episode. Show Notes Click here to subscribe to my new 80/20 Lawyering email newsletter. My 'Inner Circle' - a private online discussi...
Marketing with Authenticity - Part 2
December 13, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 19.5 MBMarketing, when done effectively, is powerful. And the best approach is to communicate with people authentically, especially on platforms like LinkedIn. Show Notes Read This Is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See, by Seth Godin (the best book on marketing) My 'Inner Circle' - a private online discussion group for solo & small firm lawyers. General Resources Learn to use technology to reduce friction & gain freedom with this resource: https://www.the8020lawyer.com/ Fo...
Marketing with Authenticity
December 06, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutes - 17.6 MBMany lawyers have misconceptions about marketing and then fail to leverage its power. Others try too hard to get attention and fail to earn the trust of prospective clients. Marketing, when done effectively, is powerful. And the best approach is to communicate with people in a natural, authentic manner. Show Notes I recommend reading This Is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See, by Seth Godin (his best book on the topic) My 'Inner Circle' - a private online discussion ...
Speed Learning (a 80/20 leverage tactic)
November 29, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 27.6 MBIt's vital to learn new ideas that help you run your law practice better, more efficiently, and more profitably. And there are many books that can help you do this, but reading them takes time. Unless you learn how to employ an 80/20 leverage tactic that I call "speed learning." It's very easy to do, and it will enable you to extract valuable information from books that you can easily act on to improve your business and your life in general. Show Notes The 5 Minute University, by Father G...
Using 80-20 Leverage in Your Law Practice
November 22, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 20.1 MBIf you don't know about the 80/20 Principle, you should. Understanding it is the easy part. Implementing it is where the work starts, and in this episode we'll talk about how to leverage the 80/20 principle to create extraordinary transformations in your practice. Show Notes The 80/20 Principle: How to Achieve More with Less, by Richard Koch The Four Hour Workweek, by Tim Ferriss SaneBox (intelligent email filtering using automation) SweetProcess (procedure documentation tool) T...
It's Not Just About Money
November 15, 2022 09:00 - 16 minutes - 16.3 MBThe happiest lawyers are those who spend more of their time thinking creatively and solving interesting high-level problems. They also get paid more than ones who are stuck doing low-level drudgery. So happiness in the practice of law is about more than just money, and I'll share some personal experiences about why that's true in this episode. Show Notes The Systems Workshop - the best way to create a happy practice is to develop solid systems. My 'Inner Circle' - an online discussio...