Larry and Dave argue about marketing philosophies… is the best way to sell things to stop “selling?”

Larry and Dave argue about marketing philosophies… is the best way to sell things to stop “selling?”

 Ep 85 – To Close or Be Closed? 

Dave sits down with Lindsey Corbin, the founder of delegate.legal, a virtual, 100% women-run legal support services firm that formed during the pandemic to talk about the “democratization” of the legal industry and how cataclysmic events sometimes bring opportunity.

Dave sits down with <a href="https://delegate.legal/lindsey-corbin/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lindsey Corbin</a>, the founder of <a href="https://delegate.legal/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">delegate.legal</a>, a virtual, 100% women-run legal support services firm that formed during the pandemic to talk about the “democratization” of the legal industry and how cataclysmic events sometimes bring opportunity.

Ep 84 – Up from the Ashes of the Pandemic: the 100% Women-Run Legal Support Service delegate.legal

Remember RoboCop?  Yeah, he was cool.  In this first installment of our new “3 Tech Tips” series, we show you how to beat stress with 3 High Tech Devices — The Oura Ring, the Apollo Neuro, and the Muse Headset. 

Remember RoboCop?  Yeah, he was cool.  In this first installment of our new “3 Tech Tips” series, we show you how to beat stress with 3 High Tech Devices — The Oura Ring, the Apollo Neuro, and the Muse Headset.

Ep 83 – 3 Wearable High Tech Devices to Conquer Stress (and turn you into RoboLawyer)

Jonathan Pyle

Larry and Dave are joined by Jonathan Pyle, creator of Docassemble (docassemble.org). Docassemble is a free, open-source software designed to assist with creating guided interviews and document assembly. Learn how to get started with the software and make your business run smoother with a few clicks.

Larry and Dave are joined by Jonathan Pyle, creator of Docassemble (<a href="http://docassemble.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">docassemble.org</a>). Docassemble is a free, open-source software designed to assist with creating guided interviews and document assembly. Learn how to get started with the software and make your business run smoother with a few clicks.

EP 82 – An Interview with Jonathan Pyle, Creator of Docassemble

Chris Heivly

Dave and Larry chat with Chris Heivly, author of ‘Build a Fort’. Rekindling the spark of confidence we had as children can be difficult, but is necessary in order to execute your goals. Tap into your inner ten year old and go out and do the thing that you know you want to. Take risks, step out of your comfort zone, and accomplish what others are too afraid to do.

Dave and Larry chat with Chris Heivly, author of ‘Build a Fort’. Rekindling the spark of confidence we had as children can be difficult, but is necessary in order to execute your goals. Tap into your inner ten year old and go out and do the thing that you know you want to. Take risks, step out of your comfort zone, and accomplish what others are too afraid to do.

Ep 80 – Chris Heivly and Build the Fort

How can you protect your law firm from online attacks? Dave and Larry chat with Gary Moore and Rick Krenmayer from Stasmayer Incorporated about ransomware and cybersecurity and what you can do to stay safe. From common mistakes to examples of recent attacks, Gary and Rick share their knowledge of this dangerous and ever-present risk to your private information. You won’t want to miss this informative episode. 

How can you protect your law firm from online attacks? Dave and Larry chat with Gary Moore and Rick Krenmayer from <a href="https://stasmayer.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Stasmayer Incorporated</a> about ransomware and cybersecurity and what you can do to stay safe. From common mistakes to examples of recent attacks, Gary and Rick share their knowledge of this dangerous and ever-present risk to your private information. You won’t want to miss this informative episode.

Ep 79 – Security and Ransomeware Awareness for Law Firms

Most people would jump at the chance to work less, while still bringing home the same paycheck. A recent study shows that working less might even be beneficial for a company. But is it really? Dave and Larry discuss what jobs might see an uptick in performance, and which ones this might actually be a detriment to. You won’t want to miss this engaging episode! 

Most people would jump at the chance to work less, while still bringing home the same paycheck. A recent study shows that working less might even be beneficial for a company. But is it really? Dave and Larry discuss what jobs might see an uptick in performance, and which ones this might actually be a detriment to. You won’t want to miss this engaging episode!

Ep 78- The Four Day Work Week

How many decisions do you make in a day? This week, Dave and Larry chat about how people can persuade others to make choices in their favor. Negotiations come both discretely and overtly: Learn how to use these tools and also learn to identify when they are being used on you! 

How many decisions do you make in a day? This week, Dave and Larry chat about how people can persuade others to make choices in their favor. Negotiations come both discretely and overtly: Learn how to use these tools and also learn to identify when they are being used on you!

Ep 77- How to Hone Your Persuasion Skills

This week, Larry and Dave are joined by Ali Awad, also known as the CEO Lawyer. Ali speaks a wide variety of languages and has utilized these linguistic skills to communicate to a plethora of clients. From humble beginnings to incredible successes, Ali has made a name for himself in the industry and in the world of social media. With so much to talk about, this won’t be the last time we hear from Ali!

This week, Larry and Dave are joined by Ali Awad, also known as the <a href="https://ceolawyer.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CEO Lawyer</a>. Ali speaks a wide variety of languages and has utilized these linguistic skills to communicate to a plethora of clients. From humble beginnings to incredible successes, Ali has made a name for himself in the industry and in the world of social media. With so much to talk about, this won’t be the last time we hear from Ali!

Ep 76- The CEO Lawyer

Larry and Dave return with special guest Dr. Keith Schellenberger. Keith is a certified Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Master Black Belt (MBB) with over 25 years of experience in successfully leading strategic process improvements in large global organizations. Sit tight for an in-depth discussion about Keith’s journey to his current position and how Lean Six Sigma is impacting the industry. 

Larry and Dave return with special guest Dr. Keith Schellenberger. Keith is a certified Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Master Black Belt (MBB) with over 25 years of experience in successfully leading strategic process improvements in large global organizations. Sit tight for an in-depth discussion about Keith’s journey to his current position and how Lean Six Sigma is impacting the industry.

Ep 75- Lean Six Sigma with Dr. Keith Schellenberger

Musings on running an optimal, profitable, and predictable law firm.

Dave and Larry’s book and podcast have helped me streamline my law practice, reduce stress, and a become a lawyer. The hosts are funny, smart, and informative. I would recommend this show (and their book) to anyone looking to make more money, have more free time, better serve clients, and get more out of their law practices. I hope you will listen and enjoy as I have.

An excellent podcast for lawyers who care about improving their practice

Very useful, excellent podcast. Highly recommended.

Excellent podcast

The Lean Law Firm Podcast

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about the five “S’s” of Lean, which are the different means of streamlining and organizing your environments and workflows. Don’t miss this informative (and entertaining) episode!

Ep 41- The Five “S’s” of Lean

Mike Michalowicz

On this episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield geek out over two entrepreneurial books by Mike Michalowicz: Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself, and Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine. Listen as our hosts talk about the Lean concepts found in Read more about Ep 43- The Genius of Mike Michalowicz[…]

On this episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield geek out over two entrepreneurial books by Mike Michalowicz: Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself, and Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine. Listen as our hosts talk about the Lean concepts found in <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-43-the-genius-of-mike-michalowicz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 43- The Genius of Mike Michalowicz[…]</a>

Ep 43- The Genius of Mike Michalowicz

Jeff Krause

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome attorney Jeff Krause. Jeff works as a legal technology consultant at Affinity Consulting and is the author of the book Moneyball for Lawyers. In this highly informative and engaging episode, you’ll learn the five things that lead to profitability Read more about Ep 38- Jeff Krause and Moneyball for Lawyers[…]

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome attorney Jeff Krause. Jeff works as a legal technology consultant at Affinity Consulting and is the author of the book Moneyball for Lawyers. In this highly informative and engaging episode, you’ll learn the five things that lead to profitability <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-38-jeff-krause-and-moneyball-for-lawyers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 38- Jeff Krause and Moneyball for Lawyers[…]</a>

Ep 38- Jeff Krause and Moneyball for Lawyers

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about averages and models. You’ll understand how by analyzing past averages, you can help predict the financial future of your firm. Don’t miss this practical (and entertaining) episode!

Ep 42- Why Averages Are Helpful When Predicting Revenue

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port talks to Dave Maxfield about how he maps out his day using a personalized planner. Learn some best practices for planning what to work on, and how to set yourself up for success. You can download a free copy of Larry’s daily schedule Read more about Ep 17-How to Plan Out Your Day[…]

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port talks to Dave Maxfield about how he maps out his day using a personalized planner. Learn some best practices for planning what to work on, and how to set yourself up for success. You can download a free copy of Larry’s daily schedule <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-17-how-to-plan-out-your-day/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 17-How to Plan Out Your Day[…]</a>

Ep 17-How to Plan Out Your Day

In part 2 of lean marketing for law firms, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about new-school vs. old-school marketing strategies and how they relate to lean concepts. Learn the value of social media, digital ads, review sites, and word-of-mouth marketing. You won’t want to miss this informative episode!

Ep 20- Lean Marketing for Law Firms (Part 2)

Of all the aspects of running a law firm, marketing is generally the least-understood among lawyers. Join hosts Larry Port and Dave Maxfield as they talk about systems thinking and how you can use it to measure the effectiveness of your law firm’s marketing initiatives. This episode is a must for any lawyer who is Read more about Ep 19- Lean Marketing for Law Firms (Part 1)[…]

Of all the aspects of running a law firm, marketing is generally the least-understood among lawyers. Join hosts Larry Port and Dave Maxfield as they talk about systems thinking and how you can use it to measure the effectiveness of your law firm’s marketing initiatives. This episode is a must for any lawyer who is <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-19-using-systems-thinking-to-measure-your-marketing-effectiveness/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 19- Lean Marketing for Law Firms (Part 1)[…]</a>

Ep 19- Lean Marketing for Law Firms (Part 1)

On this week’s episode of The Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about deadlines. You’ll discover the difference between an actual and fake deadline, and what kind of tasks you should really avoid putting into your to-do list. Don’t miss this entertaining and informative episode!

Ep 16- Fake vs. Actual Deadlines

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield chat with special guest Greg Hilton. Greg is the co-founder and managing partner of SOCO, a thriving coworking space in Columbia, South Carolina. Greg talks about the many benefits of being a lawyer in a shared coworking space such as Read more about Ep 18- The Efficiency of Coworking Spaces[…]

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield chat with special guest Greg Hilton. Greg is the co-founder and managing partner of SOCO, a thriving coworking space in Columbia, South Carolina. Greg talks about the many benefits of being a lawyer in a shared coworking space such as <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-18-the-efficiency-of-coworking-spaces/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 18- The Efficiency of Coworking Spaces[…]</a>

Ep 18- The Efficiency of Coworking Spaces

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome special guest Ed Walters, CEO of Fastcase legal research software. Ed describes what Lean processes are currently in place behind the scenes at Fastcase, and shares his thoughts on the future of data and research in the legal profession. Read more about Ep 39- How Fastcase Software Incorporates Lean Techniques[…]

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome special guest Ed Walters, CEO of Fastcase legal research software. Ed describes what Lean processes are currently in place behind the scenes at Fastcase, and shares his thoughts on the future of data and research in the legal profession. <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-39-how-fastcase-software-uses-lean-techniques/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 39- How Fastcase Software Incorporates Lean Techniques[…]</a>

Ep 39- How Fastcase Software Incorporates Lean Techniques

Dean Sonderegger

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome special guest Dean Sonderegger, the Vice President and General Manager of Legal Markets and Innovation at Wolters Kluwer. Dean discusses the results of Wolters Kluwer’s recent Future Ready Lawyer Survey and exposes fascinating insights into where lawyers are at Read more about Ep 40- Dean Sonderegger on Eliminating Pain Points with Technology[…]

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome special guest Dean Sonderegger, the Vice President and General Manager of Legal Markets and Innovation at Wolters Kluwer. Dean discusses the results of Wolters Kluwer’s recent Future Ready Lawyer Survey and exposes fascinating insights into where lawyers are at <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-40-dean-sonderegger-on-eliminating-pain-points-with-technology/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 40- Dean Sonderegger on Eliminating Pain Points with Technology[…]</a>

Ep 40- Dean Sonderegger on Eliminating Pain Points with Technology

Adriana Linares

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome legal technology consultant Adriana Linares. Listen as Adriana talks about the barriers to technology adoption in law firms and how you can eliminate waste with technology. You won’t want to miss this highly entertaining (and informative) episode!

Ep 44- Technology Adoption and Eliminating Waste with Adriana Linares

As the country begins to gradually reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, Larry and Dave discuss ways to tackle intimidating issues, uncertain events, and the unknown future using the one-page method. Listen as they discuss this popular problem-solving method that can help narrow down your large-scale problems into a simplified solution. Check out the resources below Read more about Ep 61- Simplifying Problems Using the One-Page Method[…]

As the country begins to gradually reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, Larry and Dave discuss ways to tackle intimidating issues, uncertain events, and the unknown future using the one-page method. Listen as they discuss this popular problem-solving method that can help narrow down your large-scale problems into a simplified solution. Check out the resources below <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-61-simplifying-problems-using-the-one-page-method/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 61- Simplifying Problems Using the One-Page Method[…]</a>

Ep 61- Simplifying Problems Using the One-Page Method

While Larry is away, Dave sits down with Keith Lee, the chief marketing officer for Case Status, a client management tool for lawyers. During their conversation, Keith sheds light on the hard road ahead for those graduating in 2020, taking a page from his book after graduating in 2010. Looking at downturns in the past Read more about Ep 60- Pivoting and Adapting in a New Norm[…]

While Larry is away, Dave sits down with Keith Lee, the chief marketing officer for Case Status, a client management tool for lawyers. During their conversation, Keith sheds light on the hard road ahead for those graduating in 2020, taking a page from his book after graduating in 2010. Looking at downturns in the past <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-60-pivoting-and-adapting-in-the-age-of-coronavirus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 60- Pivoting and Adapting in a New Norm[…]</a>

Ep 60- Pivoting and Adapting in a New Norm

This week, Larry and Dave shamelessly promote Rocket Aid, which offers 12.5 hours of CLE for $25, proceeds going to COVID charities. They then discuss the experimental marketplace currently developing as the world continues to remain in a state of suspense. Larry touches on his methods of adapting to the changes in environment, and what Read more about Ep 59- Lean Marketing in a COVID Age[…]

This week, Larry and Dave shamelessly promote Rocket Aid, which offers 12.5 hours of CLE for $25, proceeds going to COVID charities. They then discuss the experimental marketplace currently developing as the world continues to remain in a state of suspense. Larry touches on his methods of adapting to the changes in environment, and what <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-59-lean-marketing-in-a-covid-age/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 59- Lean Marketing in a COVID Age[…]</a>

Ep 59- Lean Marketing in a COVID Age

This special episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast details Larry and Dave’s thoughts on the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and how it will affect law firms across the country. Businesses have adapted by working remotely or closing down entirely. Larry and Dave put their heads together to provide general advice and insight on the Read more about Ep 58- Staying Productive Under Extraordinary Circumstances[…]

This special episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast details Larry and Dave’s thoughts on the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and how it will affect law firms across the country. Businesses have adapted by working remotely or closing down entirely. Larry and Dave put their heads together to provide general advice and insight on the <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-58-staying-productive-under-extraordinary-circumstances/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 58- Staying Productive Under Extraordinary Circumstances[…]</a>

Ep 58- Staying Productive Under Extraordinary Circumstances

Wendy Witt, CEO and owner of Million Dollar Attorney, joins Larry and Dave to talk about how she helps law firms run their businesses. During her 15 years practicing Trust and Estates, Wendy saw that many attorneys needed help with the business aspect of the job, and decided to change her focus to helping other Read more about Ep 57- How to Run a Successful Firm by Being a Successful Business[…]

Wendy Witt, CEO and owner of Million Dollar Attorney, joins Larry and Dave to talk about how she helps law firms run their businesses. During her 15 years practicing Trust and Estates, Wendy saw that many attorneys needed help with the business aspect of the job, and decided to change her focus to helping other <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-57-how-to-run-a-successful-firm-by-being-a-successful-business/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 57- How to Run a Successful Firm by Being a Successful Business[…]</a>

Ep 57- How to Run a Successful Firm by Being a Successful Business

Dorna Moini got fed up trying to cram the needs of her domestic violence work into the existing tools for document assembly. So she built her own product with a friend of hers. Now Dorna runs Documate, a cloud-based product that takes the rocket science out of document automation. Dave and Larry discuss how Documate Read more about Ep 56- Reducing Waste Through a New Document Automation Platform, Documate[…]

Dorna Moini got fed up trying to cram the needs of her domestic violence work into the existing tools for document assembly. So she built her own product with a friend of hers. Now Dorna runs Documate, a cloud-based product that takes the rocket science out of document automation. Dave and Larry discuss how Documate <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-56-reducing-waste-through-a-new-document-automation-platform-documate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 56- Reducing Waste Through a New Document Automation Platform, Documate[…]</a>

Ep 56- Reducing Waste Through a New Document Automation Platform, Documate

Meet Brian Bradley, an attorney who turned it all around. When Brian first started his practice, he was scrambling. No business acumen, no clue how to run his practice. But he righted the ship, little by little. Now, when he’s not running a thriving asset protection law firm in the Pacific Northwest, Brian helps other Read more about Ep 55- How One Attorney Got Really Good at Making Money- And Decided to Help Others[…]

Meet Brian Bradley, an attorney who turned it all around. When Brian first started his practice, he was scrambling. No business acumen, no clue how to run his practice. But he righted the ship, little by little. Now, when he’s not running a thriving asset protection law firm in the Pacific Northwest, Brian helps other <a href="http://www.leanlawfirmbook.com/ep-55-how-one-attorney-got-really-good-at-making-money-and-decided-to-help-others/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Ep 55- How One Attorney Got Really Good at Making Money- And Decided to Help Others[…]</a>

Ep 55- How One Attorney Got Really Good at Making Money- And Decided to Help Others

Let’s get weird! On this episode of The Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield get personal about intention and meditation. Listen as our hosts open up about including mindfulness and meditation in their daily lives to help achieve their personal and career-based goals.

Ep 54- Getting Weird with Larry and Dave About Intention and Meditation

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