

The Game Changing Attorney Podcast with Michael Mogill
Michael Mogill
How can you become a game changer?Michael Mogill, Founder and CEO of Crisp, has used his mastery of marketing for lawyers to grow his company to an 8-figure powerhouse. In just a few years, Crisp has helped thousands of attorneys adapt to the new legal landscape, differentiate themselves from the competition, and earn millions in new revenue.In every episode, you’ll hear from law firm entrepreneurs and market leaders — people who flourish in the face of adversity, challenge the status quo, and define what it means to be a game changer.We investigate success stories and business growth and scalability strategies that can help you attract your ideal clients. Plus, discover hidden insights and actionable advice on how company culture and employee engagement, marketing and advertising, and management and hiring fit into the big picture.What do all our guests have in common? These successful attorneys and business owners prove that the key to innovation is a game-changing mindset. If you want to run your law firm like an entrepreneur, achieve a greater ROI, and build a world-class organization that stands the test of time, then you’re in good company.Subscribe to the Game Changing Attorney Podcast and get ready to take your business to the next level.For more information, visit https://www.crisp.co/podcast/
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Jun 20, 2023 • 26min
173. AMMA — Healthy Habits and High Performance
As the leader of your law firm, much of your organization’s success depends on…well, you. In this highly-anticipated Ask Michael Mogill Anything episode, Crisp Founder & CEO Michael Mogill is finally answering all your questions on his daily routine, health and fitness priorities, and secrets to optimizing his performance as CEO.Get ready to dive deep into:
Why the decisions you make as a leader are crucial to your firm’s success
The health and fitness habits that will set you up to perform at your best
How to maximize your longevity and “healthspan” to live the life you truly want
Links & Resources
Episode Shownotes
Willpower Doesn’t Work by Ben Hardy
My Fitness Pal (app)
Eight Sleep
Dr. Peter Attia
Dr. Andrew Huberman
Andy Galpin
Outlive by Peter Attia
Streaks (app)
StepsApp
Five Minute Journal (app)

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Jun 15, 2023 • 55min
172. Marcus Lemonis — The Three Keys To Business: People, Process, and Product [Encore Edition]
Marcus Lemonis is a remarkable business magnate, philanthropist, and the acclaimed star of CNBC's The Profit — and he’s the latest guest on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast.With a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship and investment, Marcus has garnered invaluable insights into fostering business growth and steering them towards success. Get ready to explore the essence of Marcus Lemonis beyond his public persona, discussing important topics such as:
Prioritizing the happenings on the shop floor over boardroom discussions
Managing a multi-million dollar corporation like a small family-owned business
The importance of embracing and learning from your mistakes
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Episode Shownotes
Senator Bob Graham
Wayne Huizenga
Lee Iococa
Auto Nation
Camping World
8-track tape
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
The Profit (TV show)
CRM

Jun 13, 2023 • 45min
171. Adam Alter — Anatomy of a Breakthrough: How to Get Unstuck When It Matters Most
On your path to success, you will inevitably feel stuck from time to time. But you can overcome any challenges —if you’re willing to do whatever it takes to get there.In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael sits down with NYU professor and best-selling author Adam Alter to discuss:
Why failures often pave the way for our success
Why it’s better to strive for excellence instead of perfection
How to get unstuck when it matters most
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Episode Shownotes
NCAA
Dave Berkoff
Sam Snead
Harvard University
Joe Bernal
Pfizer
Viagra
Jackson Pollock
Peter Jackson
The Hobbit
The Lord of the Rings

Jun 8, 2023 • 1h 18min
170. Mat Fraser — The Fittest Man On Earth [Encore Edition]
The legendary CrossFit Games demand an extraordinary feat of endurance. Merely qualifying necessitates placing within the top 10 percent among hundreds of thousands of contenders in rigorous trials. Emerging victorious in a single CrossFit Games is a remarkable accomplishment in itself, but Mat Fraser has astonishingly claimed this title a staggering five consecutive times.In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Mat and Michael sit down to discuss:
Why failure played a pivotal role in Mat's initial triumphs
What sets Mat apart from his adversaries
What propels Mat to strive for utmost greatness
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Episode Show Notes
CrossFit
CrossFit Games
Olympic weightlifting
L5 vertebra
Junior Weightlifting Championship
Spinal fusion
Olympic Training Center
Olympic Education Center
Don Fraser
Candace Jones
Essentialism by Greg McKeown
Rogue Fitness
Beam
Podium
Buttery Bros
Beta-alanine
Creatine
Justin Medeiros

Jun 6, 2023 • 59min
169. Chris Dreyer — Unlocking Leverage: Strategically Scaling Your Impact
Your law firm must leverage its brand and play to your strengths in order to attract your ideal audience — but that’s much easier said than done. Chris Dreyer, serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and the Founder of Rankings.io, found the key to leveraging himself, his brand, and everything in between — but the journey wasn’t easy.In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Chris and Michael discuss the secrets to becoming a legal marketing master, starting with:
How the Internet has changed over the years
The harsh truth about what it takes to be an effective marketer
Why the most dangerous risks are the ones you don’t take
Links & Resources
Episode Show Notes
Amazon
Google
Craigslist
Slack
Zoom
Upwork
Rankings.io
Dunn Kruger Effect
YouTube
ChatGPT
Disney+
Netflix
Dunbar’s Number
Starbucks
Seth Godin
LinkedIn
Neil Patel
Gary Vaynerchuk
Grant Cardone

Jun 1, 2023 • 51min
168. Ryan Holiday — The Obstacle is the Way [Encore Edition]
Ryan Holiday has achieved remarkable success with his best-selling books, including The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, and Stillness Is the Key. His profound exploration of Stoicism transcends time, bridging the gap between ancient Athens in 300 BCE and the complexities of the modern world. By drawing upon the wisdom of Stoic thinkers like Zeno of Citium and Marcus Aurelius, Holiday empowers individuals to confront contemporary challenges using the same philosophies that have been refined for centuries.In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Ryan and Michael discuss:
What Stoicism really is
How to achieve personal growth
Why learning from the past is a great teacher for the present
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Episode Shownotes
Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday
The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday
The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday
Stoicism
Ancient Rome
Marcus Aurelius
Antonine Plague
COVID-19 pandemic
William Shakespeare
Epictetus
Rubin “Hurricane” Carter (boxer)
Ernest Hemingway
Tommy John
New York Yankees
1968 flu pandemic
Simon & Schuster
Amazon
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
Nick Saban
University of Alabama
Bill Belichick
Go for No by Andrea Waltz and Richard Fenton
Seneca
James Stockdale
Good to Great by Jim Collins
Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl
Jocko Willink
Tony Robbins
George Raveling

May 30, 2023 • 44min
167. Daryl Gray — The Power of Authentic Advocacy: Transforming Lives and Uniting Communities
We’ve all been raised differently from one another, experienced in one-of-a-kind situations, and have had milestone moments with people who’ve helped define who we are. Our individuality is what makes meeting someone else special and exciting — you never know who they’ll be.Meet Daryl Gray, a man who firmly believes in valuing humanity and fighting for everyone who needs it.On this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Daryl and Michael discuss childhood dreams to adulthood visions and everything in between, including:
The importance of embracing your community
How to truly earn someone’s respect
Why living with purpose is the greatest thing you can do
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Episode Show Notes
Snowfall
Trial Lawyers College
Gerry Spence
Kobe Bryant
Michael Jordan
Magic Johnson
James Worthy
The Los Angeles Lakers
Hurricane Ida

May 25, 2023 • 55min
166. John Maxwell — Leadership is a Verb, Not a Noun [Encore Edition]
Meet John Maxwell, an embodiment of leadership. John has dedicated himself to the subject, penning over 50 books that have surpassed 26 million copies sold worldwide and earned #1 spots on the New York Times best-seller list. His expertise has earned him the esteemed recognition as the top leader in business by the American Management Association, as well as the distinction of being the most influential leadership expert according to Inc. Magazine.John actively imparts his knowledge through his companies and The John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, empowering individuals to unleash their hidden potential. With an extensive reach that has impacted millions of people across diverse sectors globally, John's guidance is cherished and sought after.On this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, John and Michael delve into a myriad of topics, addressing pressing questions such as:
Why everything rises and falls on leadership
What sets the top two percent of leaders apart from the rest
How to achieve your full potential
Links & Resources
Episode Shownotes
Zig Ziglar
Steve Harvey
Jeff Bezos
Richard Branson
Elon Musk
Jack Welch
General Electric
Jim Collins
No Limits by John Maxwell
21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell
Max De Pree
Leadershift by John Maxwell
Steve Jobs

May 23, 2023 • 1h 4min
165. Litigating Leaders: Lessons Learned from the Nation's Leading Trial Attorneys
The legal industry is full of some of the brightest minds on earth, but there are four in particular who are willing to do whatever it takes to make sure that justice is served.On this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, we’re revisiting four of the most iconic conversations Crisp Founder & CEO Michael Mogill has had with these game changers, featuring:
Mark Lanier, Founder of the Lanier Law Firm
Robert Bilott, Renowned Environmental Attorney and Best-Selling Author
Brian Panish, Founding Partner of Panish Panish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi
Ben Crump, Legendary Civil Rights Attorney
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Episode Show Notes
Episode 14 — Mark Lanier — Achieving Billion-Dollar Verdicts
Episode 33 — Robert Bilott — Poisoned Water, Corporate Greed: The 20-Year Battle Against Dupont
Episode 69 — Brian Panish — Champions Compete With Themselves
Episode 121 — Ben Crump — Speaking Truth to Power: The Fight for Social Justice in America

May 18, 2023 • 54min
164. Mark Manson — The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck [Encore Edition]
Mark Manson, the author of popular books like The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope, presents a well-researched and practical approach to what he refers to as "the crisis of self-actualization."In contrast to other self-help experts, Mark avoids offering quick fixes or elaborate systems. Instead, he provides a straightforward and rational examination of one's life, incorporating scientific evidence and insights from both Eastern and Western philosophies.In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Mark and Michael address:
Why it’s impossible to devise a formulaic process for achieving happiness
How true freedom necessitates setting limitations
Why the things we are willing to give up hold greater significance than our desires
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Episode Shownotes
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson
Winston Churchill
Theodore Roosevelt
Abraham Lincoln
The Buddha
Buddhism


