We've seen a lot of unhappy lawyers out there, and there are statistics to back it up. If you've been feeling regretful about becoming an attorney, this week's Law Firm Marketing Minute is for you. We discuss some ideas for turning things around, and we also let you know that it's okay to walk away. Read More
3 Business Tricks That Will Improve Your Personal Life
When you’re constantly in the “zone” at work, you’re not always thinking about what’s best for your personal life. While many business owners prioritize balance, what will truly benefit both your home and work life? Check out these three tricks. 1: START YOUR DAY WITH A PLAN We know what you’re thinking: Writing out my plan is more work than just doing it. The key is to plan whenever you can. If you jot Read More
Take a Break! – LFMM 375
Happy Independence Day! Were you able to take some time off on the long weekend to relax? If not, why? While we obviously can't know every individual situation, we believe the reason most business owners are constantly working is because they just don't have the systems in place that allow them to take a weekend off. We discuss how to fix that on this week's episode! Read More
The Enneagram Test: A Comprehensive Way to Learn About Yourself and Your Team
Communication is a big focus in our office. However, it’s not just what we communicate that’s important, but also how. One of the best ways to learn how to communicate with each other is being able to tailor your communication based on the other person’s personality. This is where the enneagram test comes in. We’ve taken a deep dive into the enneagram at our office, and it has unlocked a much deeper Read More
Turn More Consultations into Happy Clients with This Simple Mindset Switch
Think about how consultations usually go at your firm. What talking points do you and your team bring into those meetings? If your answer is “who we are, what we do, and the cost of our services,” there is a fundamental flaw in your consultation model keeping you from converting clients: You’re selling yourself instead of selling solutions. Every client is different, so you can’t sell to all of them the same Read More
If You Want a Healthy Business, Nurture a Healthy Mind
Entrepreneurs drive the economy forward with innovative solutions to big problems in business. How different businesses have weathered the pandemic this past year is proof of that. However, while entrepreneurs generate success for their businesses, one aspect of that role isn’t discussed enough: their mental health. According to Dr. Michael Freeman, a psychiatrist who studies how entrepreneurship affects the Read More
The REAL Reason You Started Your Own Firm – LFMM 371
Why did you start your firm? Was it the financial and occupational freedom that comes with being your own boss? That's true for many attorneys, but they quickly struggle to come close to making that reality. This week's Law Firm Marketing Minute looks at how you can get back on track so you can make more money and work fewer hours doing it! Read More
Shift Your Perspective – LFMM 369
As a business owner, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and bombarded with issues, but all it takes is a little shift in your perspective to turn issues into opportunities for growth. This week, John shares a personal story about his own struggles with feeling down and overwhelmed and how he's worked to adjust his approach to tackling issues. Read More
017 – Maximizing Your Bar Membership with Attorney Dennis Kainen
For most attorneys, bar membership is required, so why not make the best of it? Being active in your bar association(s) can lead to a lot of great opportunities and even make your job easier. Attorney Dennis Kainen has spent many years actively working in bar associations and joins us to talk about what he's learned. Learn more about Dennis and his firm at https://wkm-law.com/ Read More
Start with a Simple Solution – LFMM 362
We've seen many attorneys stall out by obsessing over small details over a new system or process that it hinders their overall progress and delays the progress that could have been made. On this week's episode, we talk about the concept of traction and how starting with a simple solution first can help you get farther ahead. Read More
