Lawyerist Podcast
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The Lawyerist Podcast is your ultimate guide to building, managing, and growing a successful small or medium-sized law firm. Tailored for lawyers and attorneys who aspire to thrive in today’s fast-paced legal landscape, this podcast delivers actionable advice, proven strategies, and cutting-edge insights to help you run a modern law firm with confidence.Whether you're a solo attorney starting your practice, managing a growing firm, or looking to optimize your operations, The Lawyerist Podcast provides the tools you need. From mastering law firm marketing, streamlining workflows with legal technology, and improving client relationships to building sustainable firm culture, we cover everything that matters to entrepreneurial lawyers.Hosted by industry leaders and packed with interviews featuring top legal professionals, tech innovators, and law firm management experts, each episode dives deep into topics like law firm profitability, automation, time management, and future trends in legal services.If you’re searching for practical advice on how to run a law firm, grow your legal business, and stay ahead of the curve, The Lawyerist Podcast is the resource you’ve been waiting for. Subscribe now to elevate your practice and build the law firm of your dreams.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 55min
#516: Flexing Your Discipline Muscle to Stay Motivated, with Sara Muender
Sara Muender, a Lawyerist Lab Coach and expert in law firm management, shares key insights on launching and nurturing successful law firms. She emphasizes the vital role of defining personal and firm values to guide decision-making. Sara offers practical tips for staying motivated amid overwhelm and discusses the delicate balance between being an owner and a practicing attorney. The conversation also touches on the influence of artificial intelligence in legal practices, urging attorneys to adapt and solidify their processes to leverage these advancements.
Jul 25, 2024 • 41min
#515: Simple Marketing Hacks Lawyers Swear By, with Gyi Tsakalakis
Gyi Tsakalakis, host of Lunch Hour Legal Marketing, joins to share essential insights for lawyers navigating the dynamic world of legal marketing. They discuss the importance of establishing a personal brand and tailoring marketing strategies to stand out. Gyi dives into overcoming challenges like marketing attribution and maintaining a balance between data and personal engagement. The conversation highlights the evolving role of AI tools and the significance of user-generated content in building credibility.
Jul 18, 2024 • 40min
#514: The Hidden Value of Doing Less, with Leidy Klotz
In today’s world, our first instinct is to add. Do more. Consume more information. But, should we be subtracting instead? Doing less. Simplifying. In today’s episode, Stephanie talks with author Leidy Klotz about his book, Subtract, and why taking away should be part of our decision-making toolkit. Links from the episode: Check out CosmoLex! Subtract by Leidy Klotz 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!
Jul 11, 2024 • 50min
#513: The Lawyer Who Became a Coder, with Sukhi Alberga
Zack talks with Canadian Lawyer, entrepreneur, and Labster Sukhi Alberga about her journey innovating in the legal services space. They discuss the path she took to building her legal tech product and her experience in the Law Society of Ontario’s regulatory sandbox. Links from the episode: Sign up for LabCon 2024! Check out PIMCon and use "PIM Lawyerist" for $200 off! Check out Counsel from Sukhi 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!
Jul 4, 2024 • 38min
#512: Tech Things You Should Know but Are Too Afraid to Ask, with Zack Glaser
Stephanie talks with Zack about tech things you should know but might be too afraid to ask. They get into the why behind password managers, discuss the necessity of two-factor authentication, and bring some clarity to different types of encryption. They also discuss how artificial intelligence is making security fundamentals even more important. If you’re confused about passwords and access control, or just want to make sure you’re handling them well, you’ll want to check this episode out. Links from the episode: Let’s put the image from this Teams thread: Alex Palzewicz: How Long It Would Take A Hacker To Brute Force Your Password In 20... We may need to check copyright of the image above, or at least cite and link to where it came from. 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!
Jun 27, 2024 • 35min
#511: The Perks, Pitfalls, and Economics of Adjunct Teaching with Markus Funk
Markus Funk, an adjunct professor, discusses the perks and pitfalls of adjunct teaching in law schools, emphasizing financial aspects, personal fulfillment, and challenges faced by adjuncts. They explore strategies for improving the adjunct experience and enhancing teaching quality.
Jun 20, 2024 • 35min
#510: Why It’s Time to Embrace Laziness, with Dr. Devon Price
Do you ever beat yourself up over all the things you think you should be doing? Do you work even when you’re sick or when your body tells you it’s time for a break? In this episode, Stephanie talks with Dr. Devon Price about our twisted view of laziness and why it might be time to embrace a little more laziness in our lives. Links from the episode: NetDocuments: The Cloud Platform Where Legal Professionals Do Their Best Work Laziness Does Not Exist by Dr. Devon Price 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!
Jun 13, 2024 • 43min
#509: Pain in the SaaS: How to Select the Right Tech for Your Firm, with Britt Lorish
Dive into the complexities of selecting the right technology for law firms with insights from legal tech expert Britt Lorish. Discover the importance of process documentation and the challenges attorneys face with legal tech. Uncover the often-overlooked art of lead nurturing, enhancing client relationships, and maximizing referrals. Learn about the implications of AI on legal practice and the ongoing costs of software solutions. It's a must-listen for those navigating the modern legal landscape!
Jun 6, 2024 • 46min
#508: From Retreat to Rebrand: How a Retreat Led to a Transformation, with Patricia Mancabelli
Sara joins Labster Patricia Mancabelli in a conversation about how an in-person, Lawyerist-facilitated retreat sparked a firm rebranding and enabled her team to hone in on their ideal clients. Patricia discusses the challenges and benefits of her rebrand and reveals how their new subscription model for female business owners has been a game-changer. Discover how this approach has allowed the firm to provide more purposeful and impactful support, benefiting both the firm and the women entrepreneurs they serve with accessible, top-notch legal services. Links from the episode: Mention Lawyerist when your visit Posh and get a free 2 week trial! 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!
May 30, 2024 • 33min
#507: Navigating Motherhood and Law, with Sarah Soucie Eyberg
Lawyers are pretty good at keeping our guards up—especially when it comes to the hard, messy, personal stuff. So, what happens when we let those guards down and share those stories with one another? This week, Stephanie tackles that issue and more with Sarah Soucie Eyberg, co-author of the new book Law Moms: Juggling Motherhood, Ambition and Personal Fulfillment. Links from the episode: Check out Sarah's Book-Law Moms Lawyerist listeners can get special pricing with Pilot! 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!
