"It's only a matter of time before someone that's better than me comes along. Whether that's next year or that's 20 years from now, it's only a matter of time. But that feeling of pride and success is there forever. No one can take that away from me." - Mat Fraser How does this CrossFit champion approach things he's not good at? Why was failure key to Mat's initial success? What separates Mat from his opponents? What drives Mat to be the very best? How did Mat know it was time to retire from CrossFit? Survival of the FittestThe CrossFit Games are the most grueling athletic competition on the planet. To even qualify, you must place in the top 10% of hundreds of thousands of competitors in trials. Events at the finals are not announced before the games. Each competitor must be able to lift hundreds of pounds, run a 5-minute mile, and complete obstacle courses at breakneck speed to even stand a chance. To win one CrossFit Games is a terrific achievement. Mat Fraser has won five. In a row.Not only has Mat continually bested his opponents — he's trounced them. His margin of victory has increased each year, and in 2020 (his final Games) he nearly doubled the score of the 2nd place finisher. His points totaled almost more than 2nd and 3rd place put together. Mat has since retired from the Games, but he exits on top, completing the most dominant run the sport has ever seen.Margin CallMat attributes his success to the gains he makes on the margins, often outside the gym. Of course, you have to work hard there too, but "everyone's doing what you're doing in the gym," he says. "You need to find the 1% gains elsewhere."Even if you're working hard, others are too. It's not an edge, it's table stakes.Indeed, Mat found sustained success when he dedicated his full time to CrossFit — optimizing his sleep, eliminating stress from his life, making his pre- and post-workout routine bulletproof. Mat is living proof that the small things can make a big difference, compounding when they're stacked to create a dominant advantage.Put into PracticeYou may think that since Mat is so dominant, he must be good at everything, but that's not necessarily true — at first. What sets Mat apart is his dedication to perfecting the things that give him trouble. If he doesn't understand a technique, he isn't bashful about asking for help. And once he knows how to do it right, he'll throw himself at it until he's good at it.To Mat, a weakness is just something to improve upon...until it becomes a strength.Key takeaways: Transform your weaknesses into strengths. Just because you're not good at something yet doesn't mean you never will be. Remove "what if" from your vocabulary. You won't regret going all-out for your passions, but you will regret it if you don't. Create a strong support network. Mat says none of this would be possible without the work and love of his fiance, Sammy Moniz. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn Podium Nutrition

"Growth's not automatic. You don't automatically get better. If you're going to get better, you're going to have to be intentional." - John Maxwell What is John's greatest leadership challenge? How do you uncover your blind spots? What separates the top 2% of leaders from all the rest? How can you reach your full potential? Why wasn't John good at hiring? What is John's cycle of success? A Leader in LeadershipJohn C. Maxwell lives and breathes leadership. A #1 New York Times best-selling author, John has written over 50 books on the subject, which have sold more than 26 million copies worldwide. John was named the #1 leader in business by the American Management Association and topped the list of most influential leadership experts in Inc. Magazine.Through his companies and The John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, John teaches people how to unlock their potential. Having educated millions of people from every corner of the globe, John's advice is valued across the public and private sectors. All this growth has come from his steady hand at the helm. As he says, "Everything rises and falls on leadership."Question and AnswerOne thing John warns against is leading by assumption. You can't assume that all your employees are motivated by the same thing. Some may be driven by providing for their family, while others might want to work toward the greater good. Some might need words of encouragement, and some might need deadlines.The way to find out what your employees need is simple: ask them. John says if you ask your team what they need, they'll give you a blueprint on how to lead them.Let It GoA leader wouldn't be a leader without a team. John says it's imperative to trust your team and delegate responsibility. If you're managing everything, then your company will be limited by your capacity.To build bigger, you need other leaders who you trust to do their part. Those leaders will never grow if you're doing their work for them. A great leader empowers and equips his team so that they can become leaders as well. "The only way to grow your company is to grow leaders."Key takeaways: Failure and success aren't separate. They're part of the same process. John's cycle of success goes: test, fail, learn, improve, re-enter. Failure is essential to the system. Lead everybody differently. Ask your workers what they need and provide it. Setting expectations creates anticipation. People can't score if they don't know where the goalposts are, and they can't grow if you don't push them to do better. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn John Maxwell Website John Maxwell LinkedIn John Maxwell Podcast

"We're talking about a minority of brokers, of course. But when you've got over a million advisors in this country, even a small percent can cause some devastating harm." - David Meyer How did David's first case turn into the biggest jury settlement in Ohio history? What are some red flags that should make you think twice about your broker? How can you protect yourself from investment fraud? Why did David write a book that could put him out of business? How can you expand your impact beyond your practice? A Full RecoveryDavid Meyer is a nationally-esteemed attorney and founding principal of the firm Meyer Wilson. He specializes in representing victims of investment fraud, people who have lost their life savings by entrusting them to unethical and speculative financial advisors. Over two decades, David has recovered millions of dollars from fraudulent investors for his clients.The very first investment fraud case he took as a 28-year- old ended in a $261 million dollar class action verdict against Prudential Securities for over 200 retirees. It was the largest jury verdict in Ohio history, and all the plaintiffs recovered 100% of their losses. Since then, David has represented over 1,000 individual investors across the country.The Best DefenseTrust is essential for financial advisors. Their clients don't know nearly as much about investing — that's the reason they need a financial advisor in the first place. But sometimes, financial advisors abuse that trust. When that happens, ordinary people can lose a lifetime's worth of work overnight.David says the easiest way to level the playing field is to look up your broker on brokercheck.org. This will tell you if they have any outstanding complaints against them from the SEC and can prevent you from ending up with an untrustworthy advisor. If you receive a notice of a problem from your broker's supervisor (so-called "happiness letters"), David recommends immediately contacting a third party, as the brokerage will act to protect its own interests, not yours.Planned ObsolescenceEven though he's made a name for himself as an investment attorney, David ultimately hopes that fraud decreases to a point where clients won't need him anymore.To this end, he's written a book called “The Investor Protector” detailing stories from his years observing financial misconduct. The book includes basic financial education and practical advice so that you can protect you and your loved ones. He calls it "body armor" for retirement savers.And if he gets fewer clients because of it? That's fine by him. He just wants to make a difference.Key takeaways: Do your homework. Check out your financial advisor's history on brokercheck.com. Don't be ashamed. Many people keep quiet out of embarrassment if they suspect their financial advisor has taken advantage of them. The only way to recover your savings is to reach out to someone! Work beyond your office. Sometimes being the best lawyer isn't about being a lawyer at all. Find a way to drive change — whether it's as an attorney, an educator, or a policymaker. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn Meyer Wilson Website David Meyer LinkedIn The Investor Protector (Amazon) Broker Check

"I want to just have one opportunity in my life to put all my cards on the table and say, ‘What is what is the ultimate?’ I was almost to the point where I didn't mind if I failed, because I just wanted the opportunity to just go, ‘What is my Everest?’ What if it was if all the unknowns were taken care of? What is humanly possible? I'm all in. Very few people in their careers have the opportunity to go all in. Most of us just get by and try and get through our emails. It's such a privilege to be able to say, ‘I'm all in.’" - Mark Beaumont What drives Mark Beaumont to attempt these incredible feats of athleticism? How do he and his team prepare for an 18,000-mile ride? What roles do media and story play in Mark's expeditions? How does he apply the lessons of his adventures to his work as an investor and entrepreneur? What is Mark's North Star? Breaking AwayMark Beaumont is a Scottish cyclist, investor, broadcaster, and entrepreneur — though none of those titles really do him justice. Mark is the world record-holder for fastest circumnavigation of the globe on a bicycle, having completed the feat in just 78 days. He has made a career of daring adventures, like cycling the Americas or rowing across the mid-Atlantic. He has also broadcast his expeditions, producing documentaries for Global Cycling Network and the BBC, as well as books that chronicle his journeys. In 2019, Mark was awarded the British Empire Medal for services to sport and charity.All that would be impressive on its own, but Mark is also a committed father and businessman. He joined Eos Advisory, an angel investment group that funds innovation to deal with societal issues, as a Partner in 2019. In addition, he has worked as a Corporate Ambassador with private equity house LDC since 2007.Ahead of the PackMark's capacity for endurance is matched only by his creativity. He's said many times that he's not the best cyclist in the world; he's simply the one who has the imagination to dream up crazy rides, the audacity to believe he can do it, and the organization to make an exceptional plan.He attributes this creativity to his boyhood, growing up homeschooled on a farm in Scotland. There, he developed an independence of thought and a trust in himself. Mark knows the values that guide him, and he follows them whether they lead to the Arctic, the Atlantic, or the south of Africa.Clear Eyes, Full Heart, Can't LoseThough Mark's accomplishments have taken him around the globe, he's never forgotten that his inspiration lies close to home. The clarity of purpose that comes from Mark's commitment to family, work, and community, has spurred him to his many accomplishments.These priorities allow him to live to the fullest even when he isn't on an exotic expedition. During COVID lockdown, Mark devised a plan to run every street in his hometown of Edinburgh with his 6-year-old daughter — that's over 500 miles!Key takeaways: Make a great plan, get great results. Each of Mark's amazing rides could not have been achieved without a strong plan that he and his team stuck to. Shoot for the stars, but learn your trade. It's not enough to dream big. You've got to do the work to bring that dream within reach. Calm under pressure. If you or your team can't perform when there's a storm, then you'll only progress on sunny days. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn Mark Beaumont Website Mark Beaumont LinkedIn

"If you're in this for money, you're doing it for the wrong reason. I'll say that straight up, and I will argue all day long about that — because I was chasing the money before, and that's what put me on the couch. I was motivated by money and not by service to the clients, not service to my teammates, and not to service to my community." - Greg Ward How did Greg Ward go from the toughest year of his life to building one of the premier personal injury firms in the country? What does Greg Ward do to understand what his clients are going through? How does giving back to the community propel The Ward Law Group forward? What are the core values that drive Greg's business — and how did he develop them? A Strong FoundationGreg Ward is the Founding Partner of The Ward Law Group, a personal injury firm based in the Miami Lakes area. Along with his co-Founding Partner and wife, Jany Martinez-Ward, Mr. Ward litigates across a broad range of practice areas, including insurance coverage, bad faith, and complex contractual matters. Their practice, based in South Florida, serves clients in English and Spanish.Greg himself graduated cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law, gave the commencement address, and received the Law Faculty Award for Outstanding Graduate of the Class. He is licensed to practice in Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, and U.S. Federal Courts.The Golden RuleEmpathy is key to Greg's law practice. As someone who has struggled financially in the past, Greg knows how important every dollar is to his clients. He tells stories of sleeping on his couch because he could only afford a bed for his daughter and searching the parking lot of a gas station for coins to pay for a soda.His wife and co-partner in the firm, Jany Martinez-Ward, emigrated to the U.S. from Cuba as a teenager with just a backpack and her one-year-old brother in her arms. Both Greg and Jany bring compassion from their experiences to their cases. The firm serves primarily Spanish-speaking clients, many of whom are immigrants, some undocumented. Whoever walks in the door at The Ward Law Group knows they will be treated with respect and their case will be taken seriously.Get Your Priorities StraightThough he's seen incredible success, Greg is not in it for the money. He makes sure that much of what comes in gets reinvested in the community through donations to his church and local organizations. He also volunteers his time advising entrepreneurs and leading business seminars.Instead of focusing exclusively on the finances, The Ward Law Group is centered around a series of core values, headlined by service to the clients and the community. Every decision is made through the prism of, "How will it affect my clients?" Greg knows that money is simply the outcome of great service, and that even though it's his business, it's all about the client.Key takeaways: The best way to measure your success as a leader is through your impact on your clients, your team, and your community. Communication is key in a marriage and a business partnership — or in Greg and Jany's case, both at once! Follow hope, not fear. Challenges will make you stronger, and good things happen when you believe in yourself. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn Greg Ward Website Greg Ward LinkedIn

"The reality is that human beings have all sorts of qualities, abilities, and traits available to us. But what ends up happening is because of this story and this narrative of who we think we are, we end up acting through the exact same person over and over again, telling us stories about what we think we can and cannot do. The Alter Ego is the thing that just allows these abilities to more freely come out of you so that you can truly kind of lead the life that you most want." - Todd Herman How can you employ the concept of the Alter Ego to achieve your goals? Who are some people who have utilized the Alter Ego method successfully? What's the one thing you can't coach? What are the Four Core Motivators? Coach of the YearTodd Herman is the founder of Upcoach and Herman Global Ventures, a WSJ best-selling author of “The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life,” and creator of the award-winning "90 Day Year" program for leadership and skills development. He has been coaching elite athletes, executives, and entrepreneurs for over two decades and has helped thousands through his work. In addition, HGV was named one of the Inc. 500 fastest growing companies in America.Through his work with Olympians and top athletes, Todd has developed a multitude of mental strategies to achieve peak performance, which he has brought to the world of business.Finding Your SupermanPerhaps the most notable of Todd's mental strategies is the Alter Ego Effect. After all, he wrote a whole book on it! In his career, Todd has seen that the narratives we construct about ourselves can be limiting. For example, if you don't consider yourself to be outgoing, how will you get onstage to deliver that keynote address?Todd recommends creating another version of yourself — one that is strong in the areas you lack — and activating it in times of need.Drawing on the science of enclothed cognition and other psychological phenomena, Todd explores how simply perceiving ourselves differently can have a measurable effect on our performance across a host of categories.Your Own Worst EnemyIn addition to the Alter Ego, Todd uses a concept called "The Enemy." This can be your ego, a negative idea of yourself, or the words of an old bully from your past. But at the root of it, it's the story or habits that get in your way as you pursue your goals. These maladaptive behaviors can seem amorphous and therefore insurmountable. One of Todd's methods is to give the Enemy a name and a form. By doing this, you contain these habits into something tangible that you can subsequently manage.You can't fight something until you can see it clearly.Key takeaways: You contain multitudes. Don't worry about being your "authentic self." There's no one single "you," and what you think you might be could limit what you become. You construct yourself. So often we feel at the whim of forces out of our control. But the thing you can always control is yourself and the six inches between your ears. The real deal. These strategies aren't just self-help platitudes. The idea of the Alter Ego goes back to the ancient Romans, and Todd's system is built off evidence-backed science. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn Todd Herman Website Todd Herman LinkedIn Todd Herman Twitter 90 Day Year The Alter Ego Effect

"It's not one little thing. It's a lot of continued, consistent effort to get where we are. But I think for other people, they sit there and go, ‘Well, I can't do that.’ You may not be able to do everything we're doing today, but you could do one thing, and after that, you can build to other things. I think that's the opportunity that people could really grow from.” - Bob Tharp How has Bob Tharp managed to grow his firm for 23 years without ever backsliding? What are the values that Meriwether & Tharp is built on? How does Bob ensure continual improvement for his business and himself? What can attorneys learn from going to Disney? A Full Trophy CaseBob Tharp is a Founding Partner of Meriwether & Tharp, an 8-figure family law firm in Atlanta, as well as a nationally-recognized family attorney in his own right. He has earned awards for his work with clients, including being named Family Law Monthly's 2016 Family Lawyer of the Year and a Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine for the past 6 years.Bob has also taken the lead on M&T's extensive content generation efforts and has overseen the creation of thousands of educational materials, including podcasts, blog posts, white papers, and speaking engagements. This too has garnered him awards, including the Omni, Muse, W3, and Communicator awards for his work on the M&T website and library of resources.Consistency is KeyHow do you get where you're going? One step at a time. Bob is a champion of persistent, steady progress. He starts each morning by evaluating his analytics to see what areas of his business can be improved and what processes can be optimized.Since launching the firm in 1998, Bob has increased the company's value year over year for 23 straight years. Meriwether & Tharp has also been listed on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America for 4 years in a row.The Pursuit of PerfectionSelf-improvement is a core value for M&T, and it infuses every aspect of their business, from how they train their lawyers to the resources they provide clients.And it's not just lip service for Bob — he lives and breathes it. He's always striving to make himself and his practice better. It's what keeps him engaged. He's constantly creating new goals to make M&T the best firm it can be.Key takeaways: Learn from anything and everything. How does Disney do their customer service? How do football coaches dissect their previous games? Keep your mind open and you can find applicable lessons for your business everywhere. Know before you grow. You can't build your business without understanding the ins and outs of your analytics, your strategy, and your clientele. Build systems now, save time later. They take time to perfect and implement, but the investment is worth it in the long run. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn Bob Tharp LinkedIn Meriwether & Tharp Website

You'll never change the game if you don't think outside the box. That's why game changing attorneys don't blindly follow the status quo to get ahead — they look to leading business owners and entrepreneurs from all industries to elevate themselves and their practices.So far this year, we've spoken to game changers in all sectors. Publishers, biohackers, giftologists, hoteliers, and of course a few world-class attorneys have shared their experiences about how they got to the top of their respective fields. They’ve given up their best secrets to tell you how to take your law firm to the next level and beyond.In this Best of Season 2: Q1 roundup, we take a second look at some of the most poignant moments and prominent guests Michael has encountered on the podcast. Join us as we rediscover the habits, strategies, and mindsets of the architects of some of the most influential and disruptive businesses and law firms of the 21st century.In this episode: Jay Papasan on boosting your productivity through harnessing your focus and ditching the "to-do" list Dave Asprey on how you're more in control of your health than you might think and how you can best utilize your mental energy John Ruhlin on why no one wants your company-branded swag and how to think strategically about gifting Horst Schulze on why anything short of excellence is unacceptable Sara Williams on embracing your strengths and why you should never hide your true voice Jessica Mogill on why one of the best traits of great leaders is a little bit of humility Kyle Bachus on the importance of bold but calculated risk-taking when growing your law firm Eric Thomas on the widening gap between desire and effort and its negative impact on success Join us for all these insights and more on this Best of Season 2: Q1 episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast.Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter

Marcus Lemonis, successful entrepreneur and host of The Profit, shares insights on learning from mistakes, business principles, and the importance of self-awareness in leadership. His journey emphasizes the value of human behavior, effective leadership, and embracing setbacks as learning opportunities.

"We were told when we were young that we're going to work for five different places. There's no real reason for that. I've come to realize more and more that people are doing that because most companies suck to work for. They just suck." - Eric Farber Why do you need to take a leap of faith and invest in your company culture? How can you make your team happy and un-poachable? Why should you make progression and development a priority for all your employees? How can you encourage others to be comfortable with being vulnerable and asking for help? Cultivator of Company CultureWhen a lawyer decides to hang out their shingle and start their own firm, they usually dream of using their practice as a means to do the kind of work they want to do, when they want to do it. But the reality is that as soon as they open their practice, they need to don their management hat and quickly learn how to become business people as well as attorneys.Eric Farber is an attorney, a CEO, and the author of the highly-rated “The Case For Culture,” a book all about transforming your law firm, taking control of yourself and your business, and establishing a clear company culture. Eric knows all too well the pitfalls attorneys fall into in their own practices, and in this episode, we'll discuss how law firm owners can avoid these mistakes and motivate their team members to stick around.Not Hiring is Better Than Hiring WrongWhen you're growing fast or find that certain departments are overwhelmed, any manager's gut reaction is to start hiring. While bringing in the right people can help to handle the extra workload, hiring someone unfit for the task can end up costing your firm dearly.Eric explains how poor hiring choices make for unhappy and unproductive employees, and he tells us why it's better to leave a position empty rather than fill a seat with someone who doesn't fit your culture. Eric also reveals the only two follow-up questions you'll need in an interview and offers a word of warning about candidates who seem to tick all the right boxes.Give Until It HurtsWhen starting your own firm, you have to make sacrifices. That might mean giving up personal time to work on your business, or it might mean taking a smaller salary to make sure your team gets paid. But if you want to promote a healthy culture to support your business, you might have to go yet another step further.We discuss why you and your culture need to be able to recognize that nobody is a superhero and that from time to time some might need a little extra help. Eric also details the extraordinary lengths he went to in order to support one of his own employees, and he shares the unexpected positive impact it had on his business.Key takeaways: Have faith when investing in culture. Some benefits will be immediate, and some won't be obvious until the future. The company culture might not be what you think it is, so ask your key stakeholders to find out what it is to them. Keep your employees challenged and satisfied if you don't want to lose them. Links and Resources The Game Changing Attorney Podcast Michael Mogill Facebook Michael Mogill Twitter Michael Mogill Instagram Michael Mogill LinkedIn Crisp Video Website Crisp Video Facebook Crisp Video Group Twitter Crisp Video Instagram Crisp Video LinkedIn Eric Farber LinkedIn Eric Farber Website The Case for Culture Website