Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn't see the warning label – this content can be explicit and is for serious entrepreneurs only.In this second lesson from 2012, we continue with the focus on employer-employee relations. This time with a look at staff profitability and the distinction between employees and team members. Learn how to accurately assess the real value of your team, understand the hidden expenses beyond just salaries, and transform your staff into a genuine profit center.Let's go to the vault!Links and Resources Mentioned:Episode 108: Avoid These Legal Staffing PitfallsRuthless Management of People & Profits by Dan KennedyThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn't see the warning label – this content can be explicit and is for serious entrepreneurs only.This lesson on staffing, first delivered by RJon in August 2012, remains as relevant today as it was then. Drawing on years of experience and observation, RJon tackles the critical yet often overlooked aspect of law firm management: effective staffing. RJon doesn't just focus on when to hire; he goes deep into the psychological aspects of employer-employee relationships, highlighting potential pitfalls that can derail even the most promising law firms. KEY TAKEAWAYS:1. The career stages most lawyers experience and the tipping point of hiring staff2. Understanding the hidden dangers of the need to be liked or appreciated3. Identifying and avoiding problematic personality traits in potential hires4. The importance of clear policies, systems, and procedures in staff management5. Strategies for maintaining professional boundaries while fostering a positive work environmentRJon's candid approach and real-world examples offer practical guidance for law firm owners at any stage of their career. Whether you're considering your first hire or looking to optimize your existing team, this lesson provides the insight you need to avoid common staffing pitfalls. Get ready for some hard truths that could transform your approach to law firm management. Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn't see the warning label – this content can be explicit and is for serious entrepreneurs only.In this transformative lesson from July 2023, RJon reveals a liberating truth as he guides listeners through a powerful exercise in self-reflection and decision-making. He begins by asking you to take a look at your past, present, and future self. He continues with a vivid analogy about the space shuttle to illustrate how outdated decisions can impact current and future operations. And finally RJon highlights the presence of idiocy in decision-making at every stage. KEY TAKEAWAYS:1. Free yourself from the burden of always trying to be right2. Accept the inevitability of errors3. Shed unrealistic expectations4. Take continuous action despite failures5.  Be aware that luck plays a part in outcomesGet ready to make decisions based on sound methodology, take action despite imperfect knowledge, and keep moving forward.Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn't see the warning label – this content can be explicit and is for serious entrepreneurs only.In this eye-opening lesson from the July 2023 Live Quarterly Meeting with How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm members, RJon introduces the concept of creative destruction as a tool for business growth. He challenges the idea of waiting for external forces to initiate change, instead advocating for intentional disruption of your own successful systems. RJon also shares his personal journey of growing his business from $75,000 to over $34 million through constant reinvention. Key Takeaways:• The Dunning-Kruger effect and its impact on business decisions• How to view problems as opportunities for growth• The importance of instigating change on your own terms• The difference between "fixing" and "solving" problems in business• Balancing the entrepreneur's role of "tearing things apart" with the team's role of "keeping things together"Get ready to challenge your comfort zone and learn why sometimes you need to burn it all down to rebuild it better. Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn't see the warning label – this content can be explicit and is for serious entrepreneurs only.In this thought-provoking lesson from July 2023, RJon challenges How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm members to confront an uncomfortable truth: we might be accidentally rebuilding the lives and businesses we don't truly want. Using the Ship of Theseus paradox, he illustrates how we continuously reconstruct our lives, often creating the same problems unconsciously. RJon urges listeners to recognize this pattern, embrace intentional change, and consciously design the life and business they want. Get ready for a paradigm shift that could revolutionize your approach to personal and business growth. Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn’t see the warning label - this content can be explicit and it is for serious entrepreneurs only.In this candid lesson from April 2023, RJon explores the intricate relationship between failure, luck, and success in building a law firm. He emphasizes that consistent effort, even in the face of repeated failures, is crucial. This persistence sets the stage for when luck eventually strikes. RJon challenges the myth of the overnight success and reveals how embracing imperfection can lead to authentic, sustainable growth. Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn’t see the warning label - this content can be explicit and it is for serious entrepreneurs only.In this lesson from the April 2023 Live Quarterly Meeting, RJon challenges How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm members to embrace financial literacy and take their business seriously. He highlights the three choices all law firm owners have regarding financial literacy:Embrace it and be in control of your futureRemain financially illiterate and settle for leftovers in lifeBe financially literate, but foolishly ignore your financialsRJon emphasizes the importance of making time for what truly matters, both in business and personal life. It's time to face your law firm's financial truths head-on for a more profitable and purposeful future. Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn’t see the warning label - this content can be explicit and it is for serious entrepreneurs only. In this powerful visualization exercise, RJon guides How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm members on a journey two years into the future. Grab a pen and paper, because you're invited to join in and imagine your ideal personal, financial, and professional achievements.  This exercise serves as a wake-up call, urging law firm owners to take action now to create the life and business they truly want. Get ready to time travel because your future self is calling and it's time to answer.Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn’t see the warning label - this content can be explicit and it is for serious entrepreneurs only. In this powerful lesson from 2023, RJon shares his unique perspective on the teachings from "The Common Denominator of Success" by Albert Gray. Success lies in forming the habit of doing things that failures don't like to do, even when those things are boring, uncomfortable, or difficult. RJon highlights the most common challenges law firm owners often struggle with:Setting goalsMaking a business planExecuting on the planManaging people (clients, staff, vendors)Analyzing dataSeeking counsel from experienced advisorsHe also points out that law firm owners who embrace these challenges, build these habits into their business, and repeat these steps over and over again are the ones who consistently see success. It's time to confront the hard truths behind success. Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp

Welcome inside the vault. This is a collection of previously unreleased lessons from eight-figure entrepreneurial mastermind RJon Robins. And in case you didn’t see the warning label - this content can be explicit and it is for serious entrepreneurs only. The lesson in this milestone 100th episode is from the January 2023 Live Quarterly Meeting with How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm members. RJon recognizes law firm owners who reached significant revenue milestones in their business. He points out that million dollar law firms are an effect of the choices and actions taken by entrepreneurial leaders. Get ready to be inspired and challenged to recognize your milestones and step up to your full potential. Let's go to the vault!----------Turn the lessons in this episode into an actionable growth plan for your business with the FREE 5-Week Business Plan Bootcamp. https://htm.live/bootcamp