Want to learn how to make your law practice stand out and attract more clients? In this episode, Lauren sits down with business consultant Rick Watson to talk about growth strategies for lawyers.
Are You Making These Pricing Mistakes?
Implementing value-based pricing can be a game-changer for your law practice – more profits, happier clients, and less stress. But are you undermining your own success with these common pricing pitfalls?
How a 6-Figure Solo Works Part-Time
Ever feel like your law practice is running your life instead of the other way around? In this candid episode, Lauren pulls back the curtain on how she built a 6-figure practice while only working 4 days a week.
The $40 Tool that Dramatically Increased My Efficiency
Get ready to level up your law practice efficiency with just a few keystrokes! In this episode, Lauren shares how a simple software has transformed her business.
How to ACTUALLY Use Video to Connect with Clients and Grow Your Practice
Learn how to capitalize on the exploding trend of video content. In this episode, Lauren discusses why video is only growing in popularity and the tangible benefits lawyers can gain by incorporating more video into their practice.
3 Ways to Make Your Marketing Efforts Go 10X Further
Stop wasting money on ineffective marketing! In this episode, learn 3 budget-friendly tactics to create high-converting materials. Forget fancy production companies and expensive ads. You can achieve better results without spending a dime.
5 Ways to Improve Your Intake Process
Are you losing potential clients during the intake process? Many attorneys overlook this critical step. In this episode, I’ll share five easy ways to transform your intake flow and start every new client relationship off on the right foot.
How Our Accidental Word of the Year Is Shaping Our 2024 Goals
We’re kicking this year off with lessons learned and how they are shaping our goals for the next year.
Lauren shares her accidental word of the year and what it means to her. Find out what she’s prioritizing in 2024 is an act of rebellion.
Jess discusses what skill we need more of in the profession and the one person she hopes to work with to dig deeper into the economics of law and access to justice issues.
What We Can’t Stop Thinking About From This Year
We’re looking back on the last year and some of the most impactful books, articles, and other resources we used.
How to Take a Business-First Approach to Running a Law Firm with Daniel Hernandez
Not many law firm owners take a business-first approach. Today we’re chatting with someone who does: attorney Daniel Hernandez, who offers insights into law firm culture and operations, touching on topics like core values, hiring timelines, his CEO-lawyer role split, and goals for future growth over the next five years.
Level Up Your Communication Game: Tips from a Former Prosecutor with Laurie Gilbertson
In this episode, Lauren chats with Laurie Gilbertson, communications coach, about the importance of communication skills for lawyers.
Surprising Takeaways from Clio’s Legal Trends Report
We’re diving into the 2023 Clio Legal Trends Report! Looking at the latest data on billable rates, utilization rates, and more, we uncover opportunities for growth and improvement in law firms today.
Finding Purpose Through Partnership with Josh Fitch
This week, we sit down with Josh Fitch, co-founder of Troxel Fitch, and discuss the blueprint to building a thriving law firm through partnership.
The Secrets of Financial Success with Brooke Lively
Join us as we venture into the world of law firm finance with a true industry expert, Brooke Lively, Founder and CEO of Cathcap. We explore the essential financial insights that every law firm owner needs.
The Financial Future of Your Law Firm: Why Selling Should Be on Your Radar with Victoria Collier
Have you thought about life after law? In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Victoria Collier, who shares invaluable insights into the crucial mindset required to set your business on the path to success.
Where We Can Lean In More
Running your own business can often feel isolating, leaving practitioners questioning whether they’re on the right track or simply going through the motions. But fear not, in this episode, we share resources and strategies to lean into to navigate the journey.
Ick! What drives us nuts in the legal profession
In celebration of Jess’s official arrival as co-host, we’re having some fun and laughing about the exasperating and head-scratching moments we’ve had as members of the legal profession. Tune in for a cathartic session of camaraderie and laugh out loud while we embrace some of the quirks that make being a part of the legal profession so uniquely maddening yet endlessly entertaining all at the same time.
The Exact Numbers that Changed My Practice
What you measure matters. In this episode, we dive into the three specific data points Lauren tracks to boost efficiency and profitability – plus one bonus one! Join us for a hands-on conversation as we go through the details of how she knows exactly the number of consultations to book per week to hit her yearly revenue goal, how she tracks whether she’s being efficient, and the one number that was a game-changer when it came to building a profitable practice.
Data-Driven Success with Kerri Coby White
In this illuminating episode, we dive into the fascinating world of data-driven growth strategies for law firms. Join us as we sit down with Kerri Coby White to explore how lawyers can leverage the power of data to supercharge their practices and achieve greater success.
3 Habits that Changed the Way I Work
Imagine having to appear at a remote hearing from a hospital conference room while your infant daughter is admitted in the other room. In a follow-up to the last episode, Lauren shares going through this experience and how it made her realize that something needed to change in the way she approached work. By being intentional about her time, focusing on what’s important, and increasing productivity, Lauren details the three habits that transformed her work life.
Why I Almost Quit the Legal Profession
In this captivating episode, join our host, Lauren Lester, as she opens up about a pivotal moment in her life as a lawyer that almost made her quit her legal career entirely. Despite her business soaring to new heights, Lauren considered walking away from it all.
Lessons Learned from Solo Practice with Mathew Kerbis (Part 2)
In this second of our two-part conversation with Mathew Kerbis, we share tips and insights for solo lawyers looking to build and grow their practice. Lauren and Mathew discuss different website platforms that can work for your goals and what to consider when choosing one. Starting out as a solo lawyer can be tough, so we share some tips on how to supplement your income and build your reputation. We talk about how to find freelance work, take on pro bono cases, and build your network.
Lessons Learned from Solo Practice with Mathew Kerbis (Pt 1)
Have you been thinking about opening your own law firm? Are you a solo lawyer looking to level up your practice? Well, have we got a treat for you! In this first episode of our two-part series, Lauren sits down with Matthew Kerbis, the Subscription Attorney, to discuss their experience as two solo lawyers running their own firms.
Finding Your Firm’s Essence with Amanda Carey
We’re chatting with Amanda Carey, the founder and managing partner of the Carey Center for Justice. During our conversation, we discuss the benefits and challenges of a non-profit law firm, staying true to the core belief of your firm especially when opposing counsel makes it difficult, how we practice more artistically than we might realize, and the key to success that’s rarely talked about in law school.
How to Support Yourself While Launching Your Law Firm
One of the most popular questions I got was “How do I support myself as I launch my business?” It takes time to generate sustainable revenue, and in the beginning, there will be a stretch when you aren’t making as much money as you would like. That’s why it’s important to have a plan before you open the business of how you will support yourself while your law firm is in launch mode. Below are three approaches that lawyers and other legal professionals can take when launching a law firm.
What is value? And how do you sell it in your law firm?
In this episode, we dive into lawyers and their value propositions. Law firms are businesses that offer legal services to clients, but what sets one firm apart from another? How do clients measure the value they receive from a law firm?