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In this episode, author and speaker Emily Nagoski, Ph.D., discusses how to handle stress and break the burnout cycle in your personal and professional life.  Links from the episode:  Check out Rocket Matter: modern legal software for busy lawyers Burnout by Emily Nagoski  If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared kicks it off by exploring the biggest players in productivity software you should be using, well, be more productive. But no productivity suite is perfect. So, get to know the strengths and weaknesses of each so you can make the right choice for you.Then, back in the day, lawyers often got their IT services from some independent techie who took care of stuff on an as-needed basis, but that sort of break/fix model is problematic if your tech strategy is only reactive instead of proactive. Jared talks with Michael Doherty about what it looks like for lawyers to engage IT services through a managed service provider (MSP). Michael walks attorneys through modern realities and ethics for technology use in their law firms and the potential for better outcomes when working with an MSP. Later on—the Rump Roast, of course! The guys play “Hard Choices”, where Jared poses difficult Boston-themed scenarios and Michael must educate the masses on what a true Bostonian would do. -----Let's keep this Boston train going. Next stop: some of Boston's greatest musical hits.-----Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.Our closing track is Take a Ride With Me by The Revolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now, this is a story all about how Sam Alito's wife got flipped-turned upside down.-----Sam Alito flew his flag upside down in the aftermath of the insurrection. He doesn't deny that, but he blames his wife for it. Dames, amirite? Aside from the obvious ethical issues implicated by having a Supreme Court justice visibly light in the "defending the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic" department, why is Alito so objectively bad at responding to his scandals? Next thing you know, he'll be blaming her for the Dobbs leak too. Meanwhile the California bar exam is running into bankruptcy and rather than address the problem, the State Bar is just gonna kick the can further down the road. And Elon Musk's lawyers again earn their reputation as the gang that can't shoot straight, managing to Streisand Effect a dispute with a Delaware law expert by threatening to fire a Biglaw firm if the professor filed his brief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you hear all this talk about how lawyers can use an assistant but worry it will never work for you? In this episode, Stephanie talks with law firm owner Robyn Christo, law firm owner, and Raquel Gomes, Stafi founder. Hear about Robyn’s experience hiring her first virtual assistant from Stafi and finally delegating her inbox to someone else! It can be done!  Links from the episode:  Visit Stafi and get $500 off with code Lawyerist!  If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It seems like every time that there’s a major disruption or event that threatens to upend the legal industry, it spells doom for the billable hour. But that could be more out of hope than anything else. The billable hour survived the Great Recession and the COVID-19 pandemic, despite many people thinking—or maybe wishing—that it wouldn’t. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You want to help that friend of a friend with their minor auto accident settlement, but taking the case is not a good business decision. However, there are things you can do to extend goodwill and validate the referral…tune in for our tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you have a DIY approach to your law firm marketing or an in-house team at your beck and call, you really should be using the top tools of the trade, and Gyi and Conrad share just what you need! But first—many, many SEOs preach that you should keep ALL your old content… but we’re pretty sure you really need to toss the majority of that bulk overboard. Is your website riding a bit low in the water? We keep hearing marketers say that your old content is some sort of treasure trove, but, more likely, it’s just outdated junk that needs to be jettisoned—quickly. Clearing things out can make more valuable content perform better, and Gyi and Conrad lay out how to decide what should stay and what should go. Next, the list you’ve always needed to fill up your marketing toolbox! Depending on your approach and resources, the guys outline three different lists of essential tools to help you hone your marketing tactics. Total Beginner - The DIY Lawyer’s Marketing Tools Google Searches Meta’s Ad Library Google Maps CallRail Camera  Microphone - SM58, MV7, or similar. Intermediate Tools - For the Those With Growing Expertise    Local SEO Tools: Local Falcon, BrightLocal, Whitespark, or Places Scout. Intake Management Software: Clio Grow, Lawmatics, Litify, Lead Docket, etc.  A Link Index Tool: Ahrefs, Semrush, Moz Advanced Tools - for the Seasoned Pro, Marketing Directors, SEO Leads, and the Like!Screaming Frog The News: Google I/O 2024 (their developer conference) just wrapped up, so what’s gonna be happening with the latest in the search realm? Google is adding more AI to its search results | TechCrunch and Generative AI in Search: Let Google do the searching for you. ChapGPT 4.0 (Omni) is now available, and we’re all just still hoping AI isn’t going to eventually kill us all: Hello GPT-4o | OpenAI  LSA now means Let’s Screw Attorneys — So, should you play the game or just quit now? Thanks? We got a blog award: The 16 Best Legal Marketing Podcasts Of 2024  Gyi and Conrad will both be participating in the Law Firm Growth Summit from May 21-23.  And, LocalU Detroit is coming up on June 24th!  Mentioned in this Episode:The Bite - Lunch Hour Legal Marketing Newsletter!Leave Us an Apple Review Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on YouTube Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being a lawyer involves constant pressure and stress. It’s a profession filled with challenges—everything from demanding partners and tight deadlines to adverse rulings and deadbeat clients. It’s enough to wear down anyone. Guest Erin Clifford is a partner and director of marketing and business development at Clifford Law Offices in Chicago. And she’s also a trained and nationally certified counselor and wellness coach, helping professionals create and maintain healthy lifestyles. As a lawyer, she knows all about stress. As a counselor, she knows the importance of mental and physical well-being.Feeling stressed and overwhelmed can lead to health problems and even substance abuse. It’s easy to fall down a rabbit hole at the cost of simply living a happy, healthy life. Hear Clifford’s tips for improving your outlook, enjoying happy moments, and creating time for yourself and the things that make you happy.Though we sometimes lose sight of it, we are all much more than our law practice. Do you know the signs of chronic stress and stress-related illnesses? Learn how to build resilience, set aside stress, and live a healthier life. Be kind to yourself.Resources:“Setting Boundaries Can Lead to a Happier, Healthier, and Wealthier Life,” by Erin Clifford, American Bar AssociationAmerican Bar AssociationAmerican Bar Association Litigation Section Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Attorney and author Madiba K. Dennie discusses how extremists have distorted the Constitution. She advocates for a more equitable and multiracial democracy, challenges originalism, and emphasizes citizen involvement in shaping constitutional interpretation.

In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo, founder of Podmatch.com, joins me to discuss strategies for leveraging podcasts effectively, especially for law firms seeking to become authoritative resources in their niche. He talks about the significance of podcasting in marketing strategies, emphasizing consistency, niche targeting, and value addition over pursuing ad revenue or broad listener demographics. Alex also highlights the importance of simple, actionable calls to action and engaging content that establishes a firm's authority. The episode includes insights on monitoring success metrics beyond traditional analytics, making it a must-listen for law firms aiming to optimize their podcasting efforts.Alex gives listeners actionable tips on: 01:19 Exploring the Potential of Law Firm Podcasts 02:11 The Evolution of Podcasting Post-Pandemic 03:04 Understanding Podcast Statistics and Trends 04:56 The Importance of Staying Active and Niche in Podcasting 06:11 Measuring Success in Podcasting Beyond Ad Revenue 10:41 Maximizing Podcast Impact with Authenticity and Simplicity 16:27 Effective Calls to Action in Podcasting 19:26 Unlocking Podcast Potential: Free Resources and Quick Wins 19:55 Creative Lead Magnets: Beyond the Call to Action 20:58 Innovative Engagement: The Power of Quizzes in Marketing 25:20 Establishing Authority and Consistency in Marketing 26:04 The Key to Success: Consistency in Podcasting 26:50 Navigating the Marketing Landscape: Avoiding the Viral Trap 29:54 Continuous Improvement: The Secret Sauce of Successful Marketing 31:58 Book Recommendation 36:42 Tips for getting those impactful interviews 39:00 One thing that works Resources mentioned in this episode:The Practice by Seth GodinConnect with Alex here: https://www.facebook.com/PodMatchOfficial/ https://www.instagram.com/podmatch_com/ https://twitter.com/PodMatch_com https://www.linkedin.com/company/podmatch/ https://www.youtube.com/@PodMatch_com https://www.pinterest.ca/podmatch/ https://www.tiktok.com/@podmatch_com https://podmatch.com/ Connect with me Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter Karin on Twitter Karin on LinkedIn Conroy Creative Counsel on Facebook https://conroycreativecounsel.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices