The Game Changing Attorney Podcast with Michael Mogill

301. Michael Cowen — Investing in Legal Excellence: Training, Tools, and Team Building

Sep 24, 2024

46:41

Imagine the key to your success lies in one simple decision: YES or NO.

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, renowned trial attorney Michael Cowen dives deep into the power of strategic refusal and how saying no can unlock immense focus and success in your career. From mastering your craft to turning down million-dollar offers, Michael reveals how focusing on the right cases transformed his firm and his life.

Buckle up. You are about to change how you think about growth, success, and the art of saying no.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction

01:17 – Building a Firm Through Relationships

04:13 – Michael Cowen’s Journey to Becoming a Trucking Expert

07:37 – Writing the Book: Establishing Authority in the Industry

10:27 – Balancing Risk vs. Reward in High-Stakes Cases

12:32 – The Three C’s: Creativity, Courage, and Commitment

17:26 – Scaling Your Team: Training and Developing Talent

21:04 – The Impact of Hiring a COO on Firm Growth

22:31 – Paying Out $100 Million in Referral Fees: A Unique Approach

45:29 – What Being a Game Changer Means to Michael Cowen

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Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O’Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more.

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