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Episode 248: Dollars and Sense: Exploring the Vital Role of Billing Clerks in Law Firms

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - March 19, 2024 11:00 - 36 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly is joined by Randa Prendergast, Attorney Whisperer®️ and a pioneer in the realm of legal software and independent contractor staffing. Randa's innovative approach to law firm efficiency provides listeners with a vivid exploration of optimizing legal practices through strat...

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Episode 422 - 9 Ways to Be Happier

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - March 19, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
Happiness is much more than smiling our way through life and humming songs while watering the plants; it is an emotional state with positive effects on well-being and overall satisfaction. The best part is that it is achievable. Pursuing happiness can lead to better relationships, mental and phy...

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The Bear TV Series - The Power of Moments

Vertical Playpen - March 19, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
In this conversation, Phil Brown, Lisa Hunt, and Chris Ortiz discuss the TV show 'The Bear' and its connections to the book 'The Power of Moments' by Chip and Dan Heath. They explore the key concepts of elevation, pride, insight, and connection, and how these concepts are reflected in the show...

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The Bear TV Series - Exploring Tina's Leadership Evolution

Vertical Playpen - March 12, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
In this conversation, Chris, Phil and Lisa discuss the character of Tina from the show 'The Bear' and explore various themes related to team dynamics and leadership. They highlight Tina's incremental shifts in perspective and the importance of creating buy-in as well as the significance of all...

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Episode 247: Why Client Subscriptions Work

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - March 12, 2024 11:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly unveils the imperative of establishing a client care subscription model in the personal service industry. With her experience and passion, she provides a roadmap on how to build and sell VIP programs that transform one-time clients into lifelong patrons of your law firm. ...

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Episode 421 - How to Heal Your Mind and Body with Dr. David Tate

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - March 12, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
People have known about light therapy's benefits for over a hundred years. Yet, it was in the 1960s that formal research showed its efficiency in reducing tumors in rats and accelerating wound healing. Today, almost 70 years later, science can identify which molecules absorb and react to light's...

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Episode 43 - Intergenerational Trauma

NRCAC Team Talk - March 07, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
EPISODE SUMMARY: Research consistently supports the value of taking a trauma-informed approach to reduce re-traumatization, improve outcomes, and foster trust and collaboration between professionals, children, and families. In this episode, Kristina Coleman, LMSW, MPA, joins co-hosts Tony DeVi...

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Episode 246: How to Guarantee Qualified Consults and Close More Deals

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - March 05, 2024 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly dives deep into the frustrations that professionals in the legal field experience when dealing with unqualified consultations and the inefficiencies that arise from them. She advocates for the strategic use of educational workshops and webinars to pre-qualify clients, ensu...

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The Bear TV Series - Syd's Impact on Team Dynamics

Vertical Playpen - March 05, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
In this conversation, Phil, Lisa and Chris discuss the character of Syd, the sous chef, in the TV show 'The Bear.' They explore Syd's impact on team dynamics, her impatience and eagerness for change, and the challenges she faces as a young and confident newcomer. We also discuss the importance...

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Episode 420. SHOW YOUR WORTH. Creating Value and Making a Difference with Shelmina Babai Abji

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - March 05, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
We all can become successful regardless of our background or circumstances. The opportunities coming our way aren't a defining factor of whether or not we'll succeed; our intentional actions are. In this episode, we meet the extraordinary Shelmina Babai Abji. She is the Best-selling Author of "...

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Episode 245: The Role of Self-Awareness in Effective Leadership

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - February 27, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - Video ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly sits down with Janine Zappini to uncover the keys to creating work-life alignment. From discussing the roles of self-awareness in effective leadership to incorporating practical tools for time management, this conversation outlines steps to optimize daily schedules and pri...

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The Bear TV Series - Carmy and Richie

Vertical Playpen - February 27, 2024 11:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
In this episode, the conversation focuses on the relationship between Carmy and Richie. It explores how their childhood friendship and non-family family dynamic contribute to their connection, the importance of building a strong foundation and trust in organizations is highlighted, as well as ...

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Episode 419 - Lessons Learned on How to Unleash Your BEST with Cayla Craft

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - February 27, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
To succeed at running a company and caring for its culture, managing and leading teams, and multiplying to show up where our people most need us, we must take care of our most important asset: ourselves. In today's episode, the amazing Cayla Craft joins us to change the paradigm of being a high...

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Episode 244: The Legal Overseas Staffing Paradigm with the Founder of OnlineJobs.PH

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - February 20, 2024 12:00 - 49 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly sits down with John Jonas, the founder of Onlinejobs.ph, to discuss the transformative impact that hiring Filipino workers can have on businesses, especially law firms. The conversation highlights the transformation of the legal and professional landscape, driven by the pa...

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The Bear TV Series - Team Dynamics and Takeaways for Facilitators

Vertical Playpen - February 20, 2024 11:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
In this episode, the Phil, Lisa and Chris Ortiz discuss the TV show 'The Bear', produced by FX and available on HULU, and its relevance to their work in team development and group dynamics. They explore the complex characters and the impact of first impressions. The family dynamics and relatio...

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Episode 418 - What is Qi Gong and How Can it Transform Your Life?" with Lee Holden

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - February 20, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
Around 5000 years ago, in China, people conceived medicine and health care entirely differently from how we see them today. People paid doctors to keep them healthy, not to treat their illnesses. So, whenever someone got sick, doctors stopped receiving their payments. That is the philosophy unde...

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Loneliness and the Power of Connection

Vertical Playpen - February 13, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
Inspired by a New York Times article, this conversation explores the topic of loneliness and the importance of connection in adventure education. Jim shares his personal experience with loneliness during his hospital stay and highlights the power of connection in sustaining him. The conversati...

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Episode 417 - Confidence in Conflict: Turning Breakdowns into Breakthroughs with Emil Harker

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - February 13, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
We all make mistakes; some are ready to take responsibility for them, and just a handful are mentally and emotionally prepared to take criticism without hurting their ego and turning what could have been a tiny conflict into an uproar. In today's episode, the extraordinary Emil Harker gives us ...

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Episode 243: Building Your $100k a Month Estate and Elder Law Firm

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - February 11, 2024 13:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly and Jim Blake, Founder and CEO of Bambiz, a marketing expert for estate planning and elder law firms, discuss how to build a $ 100k-a-month estate and elder law firm. They share their proven strategies for hiring the right people, implementing effective marketing technique...

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Episode 416 - Bob Gardner. Built for Freedom: A Golden Pathway to Happiness, Health, and Well-being

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - February 06, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
Identifying the traumatic event that originated an addiction, depression, or pain is a massive first step into one's recovery. Yet, to truly heal, we must understand what happens in our bodies when the emotions produced by those traumatic events show up. In this episode, the inspiring Bob Gardn...

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Episode 242: The Law Firm Financial Flywheel

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - February 06, 2024 10:00 - 48 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly McGrath is joined by Chelsea Williams, a CFO and financial expert, to discuss the law firm financial flywheel. They emphasize the importance of understanding and managing your law firm's finances, and how it can lead to better decision-making and business growth. Chelsea e...

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Client-focused Training, Collaboration and Cutaway Rescues | Andrew Bogue

Vertical Playpen - January 30, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
In this conversation, Phil interviews Andrew Bogue (Challenge Quest) about his love for training and teaching in the ropes course industry. Bogue shares his passion for sharing knowledge and helping others learn. He emphasizes the importance of allowing trainees to make mistakes and providing ...

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Episode 241: Stop Buying Process Manuals

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - January 30, 2024 11:00 - 17 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly McGrath dives deep into the realm of law firm management, focusing on the challenges associated with implementing systems and processes. She highlights the common frustration law firms face after investing heavily in process manuals and systems that fail to deliver the ant...

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Episode 415 - Look Again: The Power of Noticing What Was Always There with Tali Sharot

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - January 30, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
Have you noticed we overcome trauma at the same pace we get used to waking up to a breathtaking view? Our brain is an adaptation machine working tirelessly to keep us alive, yet that tendency to habituate to everything might also diminish our happiness.   In this episode, Professor Tali Sharot...

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Episode 42 – The MDT Response to Human Trafficking and CSEC

NRCAC Team Talk - January 25, 2024 11:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
EPISODE SUMMARY: With the increasing awareness and understanding of the complex problem of human trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), CACs and MDT partners have expanded their capacity to the needs of sexually exploited children and youth, including those at risk ...

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Episode 414 - Three Assessments to Assess Yourself

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - January 23, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
How often do you check with yourself, your progress, strengths, and weaknesses?    Self-assessment is crucial for creating ambitious goals and also for tracking progress. It's also essential for evaluating our strengths and spotting where we should improve to make informed decisions about what...

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Episode 240: Does Size Matter?

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - January 23, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly challenges the common perceptions that law firms and professionals have about being 'small' or 'big' and what these terms really signify to their growth and potential. She emphasizes that it's not just about numbers, it's about mindset, strategic planning, and growth irres...

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Ruby Finds a Worry | Tom Percival

Vertical Playpen - January 16, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
Tom Percival, author and illustrator, discusses the importance of emotions in children's books and the power of vulnerability and empathy. He shares his personal experiences and how they influence his storytelling. Tom emphasizes the need for authenticity and creating a safe space for emotiona...

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Episode 413. Understanding Your Brain. How To Prevent Alzheimer's and Dementia with Dr. Thomas Bird

Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - January 16, 2024 10:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 134 ratings
Although science couldn't (yet) establish a reason for it, Alzheimer's and dementia rates have massively increased over the last 50 years. Regardless of the reason behind that increase, reality tells us these conditions will touch our lives eventually, and today's guest, Dr. Thomas Bird, joins u...

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Episode 239: Fix Your Intake

Hire and Empower with Molly McGrath - January 16, 2024 10:00 - 18 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
In this episode, Molly dives deep into the intricacies of law firm intake systems, debunking common myths and confronting the inefficiencies rampant in the industry. She dissects show rates, conversion tracking, and the proper categorization of leads and clients, emphasizing that knowledge coupl...