In today’s episode, I focus on the real challenges you face as a lawyer trying to build your personal brand in a large law firm. While these firms spend a lot on marketing and business development, those efforts are usually aimed at promoting the firm, not you. I break down why this happens and what you can do about it. From making the most of LinkedIn to finding your own publishing and speaking opportunities, I offer specific steps you can take to stand out in a crowded field.

At a Glance:

• 00:00-01:20 Introduction and overview of the challenges in personal branding within big law

• 01:20-02:20 Limited support from law firms' marketing and business development departments for individual lawyers.

• 02:20-03:12 The impact of high turnover in law firm marketing teams post-COVID.

• 03:12-04:29 Why law firms focus on their brand over individual attorneys.

• 04:29-06:01 Comparing law firm marketing budgets with other industries and their impact on individual marketing.

• 06:01-07:17 The inefficacy of traditional law firm marketing channels like event sponsorships.

• 07:17-08:39 The underutilization of modern marketing tools like podcasting and LinkedIn in law firms.

• 08:39-09:45 How senior partners dominate marketing resources, leaving junior lawyers behind.

• 09:45-10:50 Practical steps for enhancing LinkedIn profiles and online presence.

• 10:50-13:13 The value of seeking external publishing and speaking opportunities.

• 13:13-14:48 Importance of having a concise professional pitch ready at all times.

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