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Are you considering starting a podcast, or wondering how to find your podcast voice? You're in the right place! Full of personal anecdotes, professional wisdom, and actionable advice, this episode is a deep dive into the world of podcasting and its many applications. My guest today is Danny Ozment, a podcast consultant known for his work with busy professionals and solopreneurs. In fact, Danny helped me find my voice and launch this very podcast you're listening to! We discuss the benefits of podcasting, particularly for regulated professionals, and how it can serve as a powerful tool even without a business angle. Danny shares insights into his career transition from a musician to running a successful podcast consultancy agency, detailing his approach to building trust and relationships through podcasting. We also touch on using podcasts for internal corporate communication and Danny's strategic shift towards scaling his business.  00:50 Danny's Role in Podcasting 02:07 The Benefits of Podcasting 07:53 Danny's Personal Journey 12:09 Transition from Conductor to Podcast Consultant 17:32 Building a Podcasting Business 21:44 Monetizing Podcasts 24:54 Generating Leads Through Podcasting 25:44 The Power of Trust and Expertise 29:55 Internal Podcasts for Companies 34:21 Advice for New Podcasters 36:19 Personal Reflections and Fun Questions 40:03 Resources for Aspiring Podcasters   Resources from the Show  Connect with Danny & his Podcasting Agency: emeraldcitypro.com  Download Danny's Free Resource: 25 Steps When Starting a Podcast https://dannyozment.com/roadmap/  For Fun: Here's my Guest Spot on Danny's Podcast Other WWSS Episodes Mentioned: Episode 51  >>>  My mission is to help service-based professionals figure out exactly what they want. My experience has shown that what you want is always within reach, and I'm honored to help you create a simple, actionable plan that will get you there. I'd love to support you!  FREE RESOURCES Sign up for VIP news and opportunities not available to the public Learn more about me here: https://sheilawilkinson.com Free Stuff, Fun Stuff, Links & More: https://sheilawilkinson.com/links LOW-COST RESOURCES Start getting Boundaries *and* Balance in this Workshop ($29) - especially as you head into the new year! Tag me, follow me, and DM me with your thoughts and questions: Instagram @sheilamwilkinson and Facebook @lawyercoachsheila Rate this podcast/episode on Apple Podcasts here Not on Apple Podcasts? No worries! Rate and Review on our site and make sure to leave a question for a future episode! Or, if you're listening on Spotify, go back to the main profile page on our Podcast and rate us there!

This episode discusses Google's NotebookLM, an AI research assistant designed to handle groups of complex documents. Listen and learn about its amazing features, such as generating summaries, citations, and FAQs.  You can also hear the “audio overviews” feature, in which two bots discuss a recent case (Matter of Weber) involving the use of AI in the courtroom. Here are details of what was covered: Introduction to Google's NotebookLM Exploring NotebookLM's Features Getting Started with NotebookLM Demo of NotebookLM's Audio Summary Weber Case: Family Feud Over Bahamas Property AI in the Courtroom: A New Frontier The Legal Implications of AI Evidence Balancing AI Benefits and Risks Resources from this Episode Tiago Forte's YouTube: How to use NotebookLM Perplexity Summary of NotebookLM Steven Johnson's Medium article: How To Use NotebookLM As A Research Tool Check out GoogleLM (click here) The Matter of Weber (AI case discussed) Other Resources The 80/20 Principle (my email newsletter) The 5 Pillars of a Tech-Powered Law Practice The Inner Circle (an online community for law firm owners) Thanks to Our Sponsor Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai you're actually hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.   Find out more at EmeraldCity

In the latest episode, attorney Dorna Moini explains how her product, Gavel, enables full intake and workflow automation. She also explains how lawyers can document their expertise and turn that into revenue-generating products. In this episode, you will hear about: The importance of automating repetitive tasks, which begins with recording and analyzing repeatable tasks. How innovative document automation has revolutionized traditional legal services. The concept of productizing legal services and how doing this enhances customer experiences. How to use integrations for productizing legal services. The role of artificial intelligence in workflow development, and the importance of quick adaptation in automation projects. Resources from this Episode Link to book a free 30-minute call with Gavel Book a free demo of Gavel Link to Gavel website Gavel Learning Center (on the website) YouTube videos with demos of Gavel Tim Ferriss podcast episode with Sam Corcos (re: use of Loom) Top 12 Document Automation Software Options General Resources Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free) Check out my Law Practice Assessment if you want to improve your practice. (answer a few questions and then get specific recommendations for improvement in 5 key areas). Thanks to Our Sponsor Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai you're actually hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.   Find out more at EmeraldCity  

Picture this - you're a lawyer, seasoned in your craft, and you stumble upon a platform that not only showcases your expertise but also builds trust and relationships with potential clients. Tempting, isn't it? Well, that platform could be a podcast! On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join us as Steve chats with Danny Ozment from Emerald City Productions, who gives us the lowdown on why lawyers and other professionals alike should seriously consider launching their own podcast. We delve into the stories of lawyers who have already taken the plunge - like special needs attorney Annette and plaintiff attorney Tom, both using podcasting as a platform to advocate for those they serve. We also discuss unique strategies lawyers can adopt when kickstarting their podcast journey. But that's not all! Danny reveals how podcasts are not just a platform for sharing your knowledge but can also be repurposed into various marketing strategies.  Starting a podcast is no child's play, and there are hurdles to overcome. Danny covers some of the common mistakes lawyers make while starting a podcast and how to steer clear of them. Steve and Danny conclude this episode by reiterating the benefits of podcasting for lawyers - a platform to build trust, share knowledge, promote your services, and make a difference in the world. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just considering starting your own, this episode is a goldmine you absolutely can't miss! In this episode, you will hear: The benefits of podcasting for lawyers with expert guest Danny Ozment from Emerald City Productions How podcasting can build trust, share expertise, and reach a wider audience Some success stories of lawyers who have used podcasting to provide valuable legal advice to listeners and make a difference in their field Common pitfalls when launching a podcast and strategies to avoid them Repurposing podcasting into other marketing forms and contributing to business growth Podcasting's contributions to personal development and professional growth for lawyers Avoiding common mistakes when starting a podcast, including overthinking the name, format, and artwork The importance of committing to the podcast for a minimum of six months to gain traction Building trust and relationships through podcasting with potential clients and using it to create content for other marketing strategies Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: The Summit: atticusadvantage.com/the-summit Emerald City Productions: emeraldcitypro.com Podcast Strategies with Danny Ozment: dannyozment.com/podcasts Parenting Impossible: The Special Needs Survival Podcast with Annette Hines: specialneedscompanies.com/podcasts Lead Counsel Podcast with Thomas Tona: tonalaw.com/podcast Charity Therapy Podcast with Jess Birken: birkenlaw.com/charity-therapy Joseph Law Group, P.C.: josephlawpc.com Private Practices in Maine Podcast with Michael Malloy: malloyfirmmaine.com/podcast The Employment Experience Podcast™ with Karly Wannos: www.karlywannos.com/podcast You Are The Brand: The 8-Step Blueprint to Showcase Your Unique Expertise and Build a Highly Profitable, Personally Fulfilling Business by Mike Kim: a.co/d/7nu96BD Killing Marketing: How Innovative Businesses Are Turning Marketing Cost Into Profit by Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose: a.co/d/bYyradG Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

Michael Simmons is an author who has done extensive research on the topic of accelerated change in the workplace. He studied the work of 10 different authors who had written on this issue of the acceleration of digital capitalism and the acceleration of time. Simmons spent over 100 hours reading these top 10 books and articles and provided a summary of all of them in his own article. Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/215  In this episode, we are talking all about that article. We are discussing the conclusions Simmons came to after his research. I hope that this discussion will give all of us a feel for what we're looking at as leaders, as silver entrepreneurs, and as business leaders in the time to come. Tune in to hear the 6 main ideas of Simmon's article and how they apply to you. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: Time is accelerating because of The Red Queen Effect The coming acceleration shock Introducing The 10-Year Rule How to prepare for the coming acceleration shock What we can do about time acceleration in our careers The 5-Hour Rule: the antidote to the exploding pace of modern life Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Read Simmon's article: Google Director Of Engineering: This is how fast the world will change in ten years Connect with Me: LinkedIn Facebook Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I'm asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Leading the Factory Forward is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I'll see ya next time on Leading the Factory Forward. — Lynn *** Episode Credits: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

In this episode, I tackle a question that has been coming up frequently: would I ever consider returning to a traditional 9-to-5 job? After eight years of thriving as an entrepreneur, the answer might not be what you expect. A quick preview: What does going back to a traditional job mean for an entrepreneur? Is it a failure or a new opportunity? I share my personal perspective on this often-debated issue. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about change and adaptation. I talk about how this affected my coaching philosophy and how it has influenced my view on entrepreneurship and traditional employment. There's something about the thrill of being challenged, and recently, I've been asking myself whether I'm still being challenged enough. I'll share more on how this reflection has influenced my outlook on the future. What's the role of impact in decision-making? If a chance to make a significant difference arises, would it be enough to entice me back into the fold of regular employment? Tune in to hear my thoughts. Resources: My YouTube Channel Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com  

In this episode, Brett Trembly, a business lawyer and founder of Get Staffed Up, shares how his company helps law firm owners hire talented virtual assistants from Latin America. He discusses his new book, which sets forth a 24-month game plan for hiring seven specific positions. He also explains the best practices for working with virtual assistants, including repeatable tasks, daily check-ins, and quarterly conversations.    Tune in to learn about the nuts and bolts of building a remote workforce based in Latin America. Show Notes GetStaffedUp.com (Brett's company website) 24 Months to Freedom, by Brett Trembly (free copy for listeners of this podcast) Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (a 365 day virtual business conference for law firm owners) Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Learn about: ChatGPT for Lawyers (a free course taught via email) Thanks to Our Sponsor   Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Kathy Brown joins me on this episode to help you tap into the power of 10-year goals. That's right, goal setting should be confined to just one year at a time. Enjoy the clarity that comes from thinking more deeply and creatively about the life you want to create. Tune in and learn: Why effective goal setting starts with imagination and connecting with something that excites you, rather than focusing on what you think you should do Why you must tie your goals to experiences, contribution, and legacy How to strike a balance between contentment and ambition How to deal with disappointment when goals are not achieved Why small is the new big –– how big goals start with small (and seemingly random) steps Resources: The 10-Year Goal Guide: Create a Future You Love Using the Power of 10-Year Goals Kathy's Instagram Kathy's LinkedIn Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com  

Watch this episode on YouTube » Tune in for an impromptu “fireside” chat I had with three incredible entrepreneurs at one of my recent conferences. Vernice “Flygirl” Armour is a 7-figure professional speaker, Tony Grebmeier is the creator of the Be Fulfilled Journal and CEO of Ship Offers, a $40M logistics company, and Nick Cavuoto is a brand and marketing consultant. I often say the best conversations at events happen in the hallways and between sessions, and this one is no exception. Listen in to find out: What is the importance of focus? How to create a legacy that extends beyond materialistic things How each person practices self-care, and how to create space in life for it What is the "when life works" list, and how does it help you stay on track   Resources: Vernice's Instagram Tony's Instagram Nick's Instagram Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

In this episode I briefly discuss gumbo, ChatGPT and a new development in my Systems program. You'll also hear from Matt Granda, the managing partner in a P.I. law firm who is serious about systematizing and improving his firm's operations. Show Notes Matt Granda's LinkedIn page Claggett & Sykes website (Matt's law firm) Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners) Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free) Thanks to Our Sponsor   Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

You've probably mastered knowing your customer avatar, but have you taken the time to really figure out who your ideal teammate is? Imagine, this is somebody you're going to spend 2 to 10 hours a day, depending on the season of life you're in with this person. You'll perhaps engage with them more than you do your partner or your children sometimes. And yet, people make these decisions on who they're going to hire based off of a 30-minute interview. In today's podcast, Trivinia Barber, founder of Priority VA, talks about the value of an executive assistant, and how we, as business owners and entrepreneurs, need a right-hand person in our life. It's a great profit decision that will have a return on in terms of time, energy, and money.  Trivinia Barber is the founder of Priority VA where they match executive assistants with entrepreneurs all around the globe. She started the company as a result of her own problem as a former executive assistant herself. Now, her company is focused on executive assistants and helping them get placed with high-level clients who understand the value of a team member and that they can only get as far as they can go with a team they can trust.  In this episode, you will hear: Building your team is an investment, not a cost Finding your ideal teammate and characteristics to look for A sample demonstration of the Ideal Teammate Avatar training Your needs change so be willing to revisit the roles Why an executive assistant should be your first hire The 3 things an executive assistant can provide How to get yourself prepared on the financial side Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to our podcast? We'd love for you to subscribe if you haven't yet.  We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Diary of a Doer Podcast The Ideal Teammate Avatar Training Priority VA  Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

I'm making YouTube my top content creation priority this year, and one of the biggest inspirations behind the decision to do so is Kevin Yee. Kevin is a former pharmacist turned full-time YouTube creator, and we recently sat down in-person in Las Vegas to talk about his journey and some lessons he can share with you and I on growing a YouTube channel. Listen in to find out: What inspired Kevin to leave his career in pharmacy and pursue copywriting and YouTube The catalyst for Kevin leaving his career in pharmacy, and how his father's death impacted this decision How corporated react to Kevin's YouTube channel, and this impacted his decision to leave pharmacy Why copywriting an essential skill for people who want to be successful on YouTube and inbound sales Whether Kevin's YouTube channel was already making money when he left his job in pharmacy Kevin's plan when he left his job in pharmacy to pursue creating content on YouTube Resources: Kevin's YouTube Channel » Mike's YouTube Channel » Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

Joey Vitale practices trademark law in Chicago and got so busy he needed to hire overseas VAs from the Philippines. Then he started teaching other lawyers the benefits and methods of working with overseas VAs. Learn the best ways of hiring and working with remote VAs in law practice. And discover the "Holy Grail" metric for uncommon law firm success. Show Notes GlobalVettedVAs.com (Joey's Skybreaker website for helping folks find VAs) Clickup (project management software Joey uses and recommends) Onlinejobs.ph (website for finding Philippine VAs) Joey's presentation at Small Firm Bootcamp (Sell an online course in your law business) Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free) ChatGPT conversation about FAQs on hiring overseas VAs (click to view) Thanks to Our Sponsor   Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Are you quick to say phrases like, “I won't,” “I can't,” or “I shouldn't?” If so, that's a good sign that you're tapping into a limiting belief.  We all have limiting beliefs as a result of our past experiences, family backgrounds, and spiritual or socioeconomic backgrounds. Oftentimes, these beliefs were instilled in us in childhood and we carried them with us as we got older. In this episode, we talk about identifying and overcoming limiting beliefs because that is what will set you free. This is a very powerful conversation to have because a lot of us are stuck in prisons we don't even know we're creating. The key to getting out of your prison is identifying your limiting beliefs.  You can overcome your limiting beliefs by retraining and rewiring your brain. Growth and freedom start in your mind. Ultimately, it's all about the power of the mind and what you choose to believe. That means you must unlearn what you think you know.  This is one of the most powerful things that you can personally work on to make sure that your 2021 closes strong and that you're setting yourself up for success in 2022! In this episode, you will hear: What limiting beliefs are Instances where limiting beliefs show up Tips for overcoming limiting beliefs Signs you're tapping into a limiting belief How to turn your limiting beliefs into liberating truths An example of a negative money mindset Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to our podcast? We'd love for you to subscribe if you haven't yet.  We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

DISC is a well-known and widely utilized assessment tool that helps us better understand how we function in our personal, social, and work lives. Mike's guest this week is Evelyn Eccard. She is an executive coach and trainer who helps corporate teams and individuals better understand themselves and equips them with the people skills needed to become effective leaders. Evelyn started a business called Bravo Leadership Int'l in 2016 with the idea to help managers. Before running her business, she worked as a Region Sales Manager for a Fortune 500 company responsible for $50M in ancillary revenue. Evelyn realized that she could positively impact the company's culture by training, developing, and coaching the managers around her. When not coaching and training, she enjoys traveling. She likes to try new things in different places that make her heart race, like hiking Machu Picchu and surfing at Maui. In this episode, Evelyn and Mike will discuss the results of his DISC assessment. You'll better understand: How Evelyn started using personality assessment tools and how she deals with resistance to taking them. Mike's DISC results and what they mean. Why passionate people have strengths and weaknesses when pursuing different goals. How people can learn and improve skills that are not in their natural strength zone. How the four different personality styles apply to leadership and why it's important to be able to flex into different personality styles in order to communicate effectively. If you've ever wondered what your personality style is (or you just want to know about Mike's), then you'll want to listen to this episode. Resources: evelyn@bravoleadershipintl.com www.bli.life https://www.facebook.com/evelyn.eccard/ https://www.instagram.com/evelyneccard/ www.linkedin.com/in/evelynlozadaeccard Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com  

Business coach Melissa Shanahan discusses how she helped a small group of law firm owners build a dashboard for tracking key metrics in their practices (i.e., a "tracking portal"). She also showed them how to define the various roles for work done in the firm (now or in the future) through an "accountability chart." Show Notes Velocity Work (Melissa's website) Law Firm Owner (Melissa's podcast) Mastery Group (Melissa's coaching program for law firm owners) Check out the Law Firm Systems Workshop Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' (private online group for law firm owners) Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free) Thanks to Our Sponsor   Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Do you feel like you're a square peg in a round hole as an entrepreneur?  Many times, we think we have to get it all figured out right away. Then, we think we have to stay exactly the same as who we were the day we started. If our business doesn't look like it was supposed to look when we set out to start it, we view that as a failure. In today's episode, Katie Chase shares how her entrepreneurial journey revealed to her where her strength truly lies. Just because you start somewhere doesn't mean that's where you have to end. It's not a failure if you eventually realize that the business you've been building is not the business you should be working in. If you, too, feel that way in your business, then it's probably time to do a heart check and let Katie's story inspire you. In this episode, you will hear: Katie's origin story from motherhood to entrepreneurship. Her entrepreneurial journey and what she discovered along the way. Katie's financial journey and her ProfitHero experience. Why make a financial investment in yourself and your business? Her role now as an Integrator. Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to our podcast? We'd love for you to subscribe if you haven't yet.  We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: RocketFuel by Gino Wickman + Mark Winters: https://amzn.to/3kbwdCA Traction by Gino Wickman: https://amzn.to/3dwejaS Bobby Klinck's podcast: https://bobbyklinck.com/podcasts/ Episode 36: Visionary and Integrator 411 Gift Exchange: https://www.thebottomlinecpa.com/036-visionary-and-integrator-411-gift-exchange/  Episode 47: Online Legal Basics with Bobby Klinck: https://www.thebottomlinecpa.com/047-online-legal-basics-with-bobby-klinck/  Kolbe Instinctive Strengths Assessment: https://www.kolbe.com/kolbe-a-index/  Xero Accounting Software: https://www.xero.com Gusto Payroll: https://gusto.com/ Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

You've undoubtedly heard that “good things come in small packages”. This brief episode proves that truth. Your host Mike Kim will share three observations he made while hanging out with high performers during a TV filming in Las Vegas In reverse order they are: Third--High performers are persistent in their pursuit of growth and development. Second—They know how to ask good questions. First—High performers tend to have a good grasp of people skills and know how to navigate relationships. While most of us may not be “hanging out” at a TV filming with high performers, we can all learn a great deal from Mike's recent experience. So, listen and learn… Resources: mike@mikekim.com Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

The legal profession is changing rapidly, and lawyers must adapt quickly. Discover the best way to work and thrive in the modern world. (hint: trial & error is the worst way).   Show Notes Click to download the list of Best Systems & Tools for Lawyers Subscribe to Substack newsletter: The 80/20 Principle Learn more about the Law Firm Systems Workshop Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' (online discussion group for lawyers) Read this book: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Thanks to Our Sponsor   Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

What's the cost of protection worth to you? If you're a growing business, and you're involving people in it – even if it's just you and five others in your team, or whether it's virtual or physical – there are a lot of things to navigate around the HR world.  Today, Tameaka Shelton of Employ and Relate helps us break down some HR basics that you need to get covered so you can bulletproof yourself and your business in the event of an audit. In fact, this is a foundational thing that small businesses should do when dealing with a virtual team because what you don't know could cost you a lot of money. Therefore, you have the responsibility as a business owner to be as compliant as possible to lessen the risks and keep your hard-earned money. In this episode, you will hear: Why HR compliance is critical even as a small business How to classify your staff: 1099 vs. W2 Distinguishing exempt vs. non-exempt and salaried vs. hourly Creating an employee handbook Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to our podcast? We'd love for you to subscribe if you haven't yet.  We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: https://employandrelate.com/  Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

This episode clearly demonstrates that we don't have to be famous, or even widely known in order to make a large impact. Proof is Mike's guest this week, Carolyn Newman. Mike met Carolyn via a leadership community and some coaching calls. Mike says that he felt an almost immediate connection with Carolyn and could identify with her struggles and adversity. They have been intending to do this interview for over a year. Tune in for this frank and open sharing where Carolyn and Mike discuss: Carolyn's often-tumultuous transition from a tough and unhappy marriage to a successful and fulfilling life. The challenges that Carolyn has faced in retirement. Lessons learned in Carolyn's life. The vital importance of finding purpose and meaningful work. Carolyn's encouragement and advice to Mike. Retired or not, this interview has valuable lessons. So listen carefully to this episode.  Resources: If you were positively impacted by this interview, PLEASE share your takeaways with Mike, and he will pass them on to Carolyn: mike@mikekim.com or via his social media links below. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

Lawyers increasingly work remotely or in virtual environments. That means we need new ways of better organizing, communicating, and collaborating in this digital/virtual world. The first part of two that examines how to make this happen, so our practices run more smoothly. Show Notes Click here to download the PDF list of recommended tools (and other webinar resources) Subscribe to Substack newsletter: The 80/20 Principle Check out Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment open now) Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' (online discussion group for lawyers) Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

As Severus Snape said to Harry Potter, “Clearly, fame isn't everything.” Well, it may not be everything, but it's something. A case in point is Mike's guest this week—Terri Trespicio.   Terri Trespicio is an award-winning writer, speaker, brand advisor, and author of Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You (Atria/Simon & Schuster, December 2021). Her TEDx talk, “Stop Searching for Your Passion,” has surpassed 7 million views, and Hubspot named her one of the “Top 18 female speakers who are killing it.” A former magazine editor and radio host at Martha Stewart, she has appeared on the Today show, The Early Show, The Martha Stewart Show, and The Anderson Cooper Show and featured in  Oprah magazine, Marie Claire, Prevention, Business Insider, Forbes.com, and Inc.com.  A top-rated speaker, she has also performed stand-up all over New York City. Tune in for this thoroughly engaging interview and learn: Why following one's passion can be misleading What is “productive discomfort”, and why we should pursue it How hard times can create strong people How a “bucket list” can be a source of disappointment Why agency and sovereignty are more important goals than passion How we might be disappointed if we get everything we want The vital importance of gratitude How ultimate sovereignty can be frightening Why it's critical that we listen to, and follow, our own intuition Really important stuff here! So listen carefully to this episode. Resources: terri@territrespicio.com territrespicio.com Twitter @TerriT: https://twitter.com/territ FB (public): https://www.facebook.com/TerriTrespicio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/territrespicio/ Instagram @ttrespicio https://www.instagram.com/ttrespicio/ Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

Lawyers increasingly work remotely or in virtual environments. That means we need new ways of better organizing, communicating, and collaborating in this digital/virtual world. The first part of two that examines how to make this happen, so our practices run more smoothly. Show Notes Click here to download the PDF list of recommended tools (and other webinar resources) Subscribe to Substack newsletter: The 80/20 Principle Check out Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment open now) Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' (online discussion group for lawyers) Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

This week, Mike spends some quality time with a quality facilitator. Jason Frazell is a coach, speaker, facilitator, personal brand strategist, podcaster, and dad. In this episode, Mike and Jason discuss: How Jason earns gigs and holds the space for groups. How to win over a “cold room” The pros and cons of working with a group that already knows you, versus a “cold room” How technology has changed the way that people interact Why it's important to be present and adaptable when facilitating How feedback is vital So listen carefully to this episode. It'll help you greatly uplevel your facilitation skills. Resources: jason@jasonfrazell.com Jasonfrazell.com https://www.instagram.com/jasontfrazell/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonfrazell/ https://www.facebook.com/jfrazell/ Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

Last week's release of GPT-4 has stunned people because of its amazing new capabilities for interpreting requests, finding and synthesizing information, as well as writing coherent summaries. It even scored in the 90th percentile on a bar exam, which means it can handle legal information as well. In this episode you'll find out what GPT-4 is and how you should go about learning to leverage it in your law practice. Show Notes Chat.OpenAI.com is the site where you should sign up to start trying and testing the new GPT-4 technology OpenAI Reveals GPT-4 - Demo (6 minute YouTube video) 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, by Yuval Noah Harari (read pages 19 - 24) The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss's interview with Richard Koch) 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More, by Perry Marshall Effortless: Make it Easier to Do What Matters Most, by Greg McKeown Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results, by Gary Keller My Substack email newsletter: The 80/20 Principle (not just for lawyers). My Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment is open now) Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' - a discussion group for business-minded lawyers. Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Share some powerful and emotionally-charged moments with host Mike Kim and Sheila Wilkinson.  Sheila is a Louisiana Licensed Attorney, a Louisiana Licensed Master Social Worker, an Educator, an Empowerment Coach, and the host of the “What Would Sheila Say?” Podcast. Sheila combines her love for the law, social work, and education to help lawyers, creatives, and other service-based professionals and business owners transform pain, frustration, and unreasonable expectations at work into happiness, success, and healthy boundaries, so that they can achieve their personal and professional goals. Sheila splits her time between New Orleans and Brussels, serves several nonprofits in the Greater New Orleans area, and provides services across the globe. Whenever Sheila's clients need to make a decision and are stuck, all they have to do is ask themselves: “What would Sheila say?” … and like magic, they have their answer!  You, too, may have (or re-think) some answers, as Mike and Sheila discuss:  Five paradigms for reconnecting our intellectual and emotional selves How grief is a part of the reconnection process How Sheila could have been a rocket scientist How she manages a trans-Atlantic life Resources: sheilawilkinson.com sheila@smwplc.com Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

If you can create an information product for potential clients to get a meaningful result, they will trust you more and possibly hire you later for full-scope work. Many lawyers are now productizing their legal services, and in this episode, we discuss why you should do this, the best way to start, and the small hurdles to surmount to make it happen in your practice. Show Notes The story of entrepreneur Ted Nicholas who made millions selling corporate forms Joey Vitale's presentation at Small Firm Bootcamp Special link to SweetProcess (giving you a 28-day free trial and the ability to accept my template docs if you email me to request them) The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss's interview with Richard Koch) 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More, by Perry Marshall Effortless: Make it Easier to Do What Matters Most, by Greg McKeown Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results, by Gary Keller My Substack email newsletter: The 80/20 Principle (not just for lawyers). My Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment is open now) Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' - a discussion group for business-minded lawyers. Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Enjoy some quality time as host Mike Kim chats with Brenna McGowan. Brenna's a strategic copywriter, marketing consultant, and launch pro who helps businesses of all sizes warm up customers until they're fiery hot and ready to buy, with her Pre-Launch Plan Process™. By leveraging her pre-launch strategies, Brenna's clients have seen 50%+ revenue growth in their launches without the frenzy and chaos they used to feel when launching. She also helps her students inside The Pre-Launch Plan Program create strategic pre-launch plans that've raked in hundreds of thousands in revenue and called in more perfect-fit buyers. Brenna believes that hustle-based, high-pressure program launches don't serve you or your customers. Instead, she helps you leverage pre-launch content to show your customers empathy, authority, and personality—so you can sell spots in your program before the doors even open. When Brenna's not strategizing or helping clients launch, you can find her walking her pug Frank, practicing yoga, reading cheesy romance books, or shuttling one of her three teenagers around their Northern California neighborhood. So, power up and listen in. Mike & Brenna will discuss:  Why it's vital to have a pre-launch strategy How AI can help. Why high-pressure launch tactics don't work How story-telling and talking about your process make for effective launches The benefits of using events and webinars to create momentum. How emails and being visible create audience trust. How to manage expectations and energy during a launch. Let's do launch! Tune in to this week's episode.  Resources: brenna@brennamcgowan.co brennamcgowan.co https://www.instagram.com/brennamcgowanco/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecopyandcontentconvo   Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

Cybersecurity is essential in all fields, but especially in law firms, where there is so much sensitive information stored on computers. Learn how to protect yourself in this episode. Show Notes The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss's interview with Richard Koch) 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More, by Perry Marshall Effortless: Make it Easier to Do What Matters Most, by Greg McKeown Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results, by Gary Keller My Substack email newsletter: The 80/20 Principle (not just for lawyers). My Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment is open now) Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' - a discussion group for business-minded lawyers. Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/368.Most, if not all, businesses are on the internet. By now, almost everyone relevant has a digital presence, whether through social media, Google My Business, or their own website. The digital market is saturated — but there's an edge you can hone: start a podcast.In this episode, Danny Ozment, a podcast consultant, shares with Moshe Amsel why podcasts can create trust and authority much faster than blog posts and websites. He shares that podcast listeners build a relationship with the podcaster and are more likely to trust your service over the competition. He also shares how to start podcasting and determine what topics to talk about on your podcast.If you want to stay above the competition and start podcasting, this episode is for you.00:00 Introduction2:22 Introducing Danny 11:46 Is Podcasting for You?17:48 How to Start Podcasting21:03 What to Talk About 30:13 Utilize SEO for Podcasts39:35 Stay Consistent When You Start Podcasting44:28 Learn to Delegate47:53 Danny's #1 Piece of Advice: Just Start PodcastingResources mentioned:Want to implement what you've learnt in this episode? Download the Action Guide, a workbook designed to help you process and implement the knowledge gained from this interview.If you want to get help with growing your law firm, check out our Profit with Law Elite Expansion Program.  Join one of our upcoming Profit Brainstorming Sessions where Moshe will share his top strategies for accelerating profit in your law firm!Connect with Danny: Website I LinkedIn I Twitter I Instagram Find out more information about podcast startup and content creation with Emerald City Productions.Get your free roadmap from Danny so you know how to launch your podcast! Podcast Strategies for Growing Your Business, Community, and Influence While Profiting by Danny Ozment This is Your Life by Michael Hyatt The Smart Passive Income by Pat FlynnPodcasts by Cliff RavenscraftWho Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan SullivanJoin our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.

Host Mike Kim returns this week to share his reflections on relationships. No, not THOSE relationships, but rather relationships with “entities”. The particular entities he'll e discussing are money, your business, time, success & failure, and yourself. So, listen in for some extremely valuable insights. In this episode, Mike will discuss these vital questions:   What life advice did Mike give to a 1-year-old? Why do we “externalize” the entities we have relationships with? How can we assess the quality of our relationships with money, business, time, etc.? If you had to buy your business, what would you change? Why don't we treat our business like a business? How can we set boundaries around these entities? If you had a friend who treated your body, time, etc. the way you do, would you still be friends? To learn the answers to these questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the utmost importance of evaluating and improving these relationships, tune in to this week's episode. Your life will thank you. Resources: The Five-Minute Journal A Happy Pocket Full of Money (by Gikandi, David Cameron) Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

Chris Earley had no idea how to run any business when he graduated from law school in 2004. But he figured it out through a series of strategies and tactics, which you'll learn about in this episode. Show Notes Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success, book by Adam Grant Never Eat Alone: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time, by Keith Ferrari Erika Kullberg - Instagram Attorney (that ernie mentions) Chris cellphone # 617-956-2501 Earley Law Group website The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss's interview with Richard Koch) 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More, by Perry Marshall Effortless: Make it Easier to Do What Matters Most, by Greg McKeown Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results, by Gary Keller My Substack email newsletter: The 80/20 Principle (not just for lawyers). My Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment is open now) Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' - a discussion group for business-minded lawyers. Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Our guest today is  functional nutritionist, women's health expert, and extraordinary Incubator client Sarah Jane Sandy!  Sarah had a somewhat unusual experience as a new business owner back in the early 2000s: it was actually pretty easy for her from the start.  She grew up in a family that understood her business niche and had built successful businesses themselves in the holistic wellness space. She started out as a fertility expert inside a holistic  business collective, which made marketing and attracting new clients fairly easy. She had great luck early on with a web designer who built a site for her with excellent SEO and easily drew organic traffic.  Even though she was a hard worker, she also didn't really know what was going on in the background of her business. She'd stumbled on a business strategy that was working — but she didn't realize at the time how or why it was effective.  In 2020, COVID hit, and she also had a baby. Her life changed dramatically in just a few months. And the economy and tech industry were also changing rapidly. Because Sarah wasn't familiar with the inner workings of her business, she didn't know how to respond to the shift in her energy, her focus, and the strategic needs of her business.  By 2021, her business was in trouble.  Today Sarah is sitting down with guest host Indira to share her story of hitting a major slump and what she transformed about her approach that has transformed her business in just two years.  What you'll learn in this episode: How Sarah found her unique niche Why she experienced early business success with relative ease What caused her business to decline unexpectedly What she learned inside the Incubator that finally turned things around   Subscribe, Review + Connect Thanks so much for listening in this week! If you enjoyed this episode, here are some ways you can join our Success with Soul movement:  Leave an honest review for The Success with Soul Podcast on Apple Podcasts so we can improve and better serve you in the future. I personally read each and every one of them, and they are super important for rankings, which help us continue to produce free content just for you! You may even be featured on the episode in our listener spotlight!  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get automatic updates. Curious about our group coaching program, the Success With Soul Incubator? Check out our behind the scenes tour here! Email me new episodes Don't forget to join our free Success With Soul Facebook community for follow-up conversations about the podcast episodes and where I also often go live to answer your burning questions. Hangout with like-minded bloggers and heart-centered online business owners exchanging priceless feedback, encouragement, and other golden insights from the trenches. Download a transcript of this episode   Links + Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  Join the Success With Soul Membership program!   Get Sarah's freebies: a Daily Fertility Checklist and the Heal Hormonal Chaos eBook Questions for Sarah? You can contact her here. Follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahjanesandy Follow Sarah on Facebook Atomic Habits by James Clear Follow me on Instagram @katekordsmeier   EPISODE CREDITS: Produced by Danny Ozment at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Managing a law practice doesn't have to be as hard as many lawyers make it. I've gotten some interesting questions about this topic, so in this episode, you'll learn more about how to make major improvements more easily. Show Notes The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss' podcast interview with Richard Koch) 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More, by Perry Marshall Effortless: Make it Easier to Do What Matters Most, by Greg McKeown Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results, by Gary Keller Loom (free for up to 25 videos of no longer than 5 minutes) Voxer (the frictionless way to communicate without having phone calls) SweetProcess (link to get 28-day free trial) My Loom video on why SweetProcess is a better deal in terms of cost My Substack email newsletter: The 80/20 Principle (not just for lawyers). My Law Firm Systems Workshop (enrollment is open now) Join the '80/20 Inner Circle' - a discussion group for business-minded lawyers. Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.  

Many people carry a ton of preconceptions and judgments about tarot card reading. They write it off as silly or associate it with tented rooms, crystal balls, and prediction.  We can all probably conjure scenes from movies or TV shows where someone walks in and gets a mysterious message from the Great Beyond about when they're going to die, or get married — some very particular thing about their future. But Desi Domo has a totally different perspective about tarot and its purpose. She sees it as a mirror. A way to look more deeply at your present moment, or to view the past as a way to understand your present more richly, so that you can move on to create a future that's more meaningful for you. In this way, for Desi, doing a regular tarot card reading is an act of real self care.  You'll love this conversation about how Desi got into tarot, how she uses it as a daily self-care ritual, why self care is important to be successful, and how she helps her clients find clarity, confidence, and peace.   What you'll learn in this episode: Seeing tarot in a different light Why self care is so important for women entrepreneurs How to use a daily tarot ritual as a form of self care Getting creative when it comes to setting aside time to truly care for ourselves    Subscribe, Review + Connect Thanks so much for listening in this week! If you enjoyed this episode, here are some ways you can join our Success with Soul movement:  Leave an honest review for The Success with Soul Podcast on Apple Podcasts so we can improve and better serve you in the future. I personally read each and every one of them, and they are super important for rankings, which help us continue to produce free content just for you! You may even be featured on the episode in our listener spotlight!  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get automatic updates. Curious about our group coaching program, the Success With Soul Incubator? Check out our behind the scenes tour here! Email me new episodes Don't forget to join our free Success With Soul Facebook community for follow-up conversations about the podcast episodes and where I also often go live to answer your burning questions. Hangout with like-minded bloggers and heart-centered online business owners exchanging priceless feedback, encouragement, and other golden insights from the trenches. Download a transcript of this episode   Links + Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  Become a founding member of the Success With Soul Membership program! (and lock in your low price forever) Get Desi's freebie Learn more about Starcheology and Desi on her website Follow Desi on YouTube Become a supporter on Patreon (and get special deals on tarot reading online from Desi!) Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle 78 Degrees of Wisdom by Rachel Pollack Follow me on Instagram @katekordsmeier   EPISODE CREDITS: Produced by Danny Ozment at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Reelly? Yes, reelly! Laura Bitoiu is a social media expert who teaches entrepreneurs how to use Instagram Reels to grow their businesses. Since launching her company B Squared Social in 2018, she's helped thousands of people—from artists and photographers to CEOs and surgeons—connect with their ideal audience via Reels and convert them into lifelong customers. In this episode she'll share with you:  Why many business owners believe that Instagram won't work for them. Why video content is so vital. Why storytelling is a must in videos. What are the three essential components of any video? How to use repurposed content on Instagram. Why there is often a large disconnect between Instagram views and followers/clients. What effect AI might have. What, if any, is the value of the “blue check”? How an effective Instagram presence can attract brand partners. To learn how Instagram can help your business to have exponential growth, tune in to this week's episode…reelly!! Resources: laura@bsquared.social www.bsquared.social @bsquared.social Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

The 80/20 rule can help practicing lawyers. Listen and learn how one family lawyer in Tennessee used it to become more profitable and much happier in his practice. Show Notes Click here to see Patrick's Standard Engagement Contract. Patrick Slaughter's Magic Law Practice (Episode 48) Business Coaching for Lawyers with Patrick Slaughter (Episode 54) What's Your Vision for Success? with Patrick Slaughter (Episode 65) How to Sell Your Law Practice with Patrick Slaughter (Episode 216) The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch My Substack email newsletter: The 80/20 Principle (not just for lawyers). Join 'Inner Circle' - a private discussion group for friendly, business-minded lawyers. Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.

Lacey Sites is a disruptor and a change maker in the coaching industry.  She's got the education, experience, and business intuition to figure out what's going to work for her, and she's not afraid to take risks and do things no one else is doing.  One of the most exciting ways she's disrupting the coaching industry is with her revenue sharing model. Simply put, Lacey's business earns money through sharing revenue with her clients. So rather than a package rate, or hourly rate, or any other traditional coaching model, Lacey gets paid a percentage of her clients' revenue.  This is not an uncommon practice in other industries, but it is in the business coaching world, and it's working out fantastically for Lacey: In 2021, her business A Lit Up Life made over $1 million in CASH using just their partnership and 1:1 coaching model.  So if you're curious what sharing revenue could do for your coaching biz, or if you just want to hear more about how out-of-the-box thinking can serve you as a business owner, then you're going to love this episode.  I've been implementing some of Lacey's ideas, as well, and I think her boundary-pushing mindset will really inspire you to let go of "should" and do what feels right for YOU.   I can't wait for you to hear all about this!    What you'll learn in this episode: What the Revenue Share model is and how it works Who are the best clients for revenue share? Why it's so important to make time for self-care (hint: you get the best downloads!) How to take maternity leave when you have revenue share clients Creative ways to do Revenue Share if you're not a business coach The MSE Framework Lacey created for her coaching clients Subscribe, Review + Connect Thanks so much for listening in this week! If you enjoyed this episode, here are some ways you can join our Success with Soul movement:  Leave an honest review for The Success with Soul Podcast on Apple Podcasts so we can improve and better serve you in the future. I personally read each and every one of them, and they are super important for rankings, which help us continue to produce free content just for you! You may even be featured on the episode in our listener spotlight!  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get automatic updates. Curious about our group coaching program, the Success With Soul Incubator? Check out our behind the scenes tour here! Email me new episodes Don't forget to join our free Success With Soul Facebook community for follow-up conversations about the podcast episodes and where I also often go live to answer your burning questions. Hangout with like-minded bloggers and heart-centered online business owners exchanging priceless feedback, encouragement, and other golden insights from the trenches. Download a transcript of this episode Links + Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  Become a founding member of the Success With Soul Membership program! (and lock in your low price forever) Find Lacey and learn more about her work at A Lit Up Life Unbound by Kasia Urbaniak Follow Lacey on Instagram Follow Lacey on Facebook Unbound by Kasia Urbaniak Follow me on Instagram @katekordsmeier EPISODE CREDITS: Produced by Danny Ozment at https://emeraldcitypro.com

What would be the value to you (and your business) of taking a detailed look at a highly successful person's calendar? In this episode, you'll get to do just that. Host Mike Kim will let you look “over his shoulder” as he plans a typical day and week. You'll learn: What is one of the beauties of working for yourself? What is the analogy that has most helped Mike view his life, business, and activity? How and why does Mike protect certain days & weeks? How does he book speaking engagements? Why doesn't he take any calls before 11 AM Eastern? Why are the people Mike coaches connected to more than just his calendar? Why does Mike consider his gym workouts to be work meetings? How does he deal with exceptions to his routines? As the saying goes, “Failing to plan is planning to fail.”  So, enjoy this week's episode as you look at how to create your own “success calendar”. Resources: Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram  LinkedIn Facebook  Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

Many lawyers succumb to burnout or stress at various points in their careers. It's easy to assume that this is just something we have to accept. But the truth is, we don't have to endure stress or burnout if we understand the root causes and optimal solutions. Show Notes How to Optimize Productivity (While Working Less), Mark Manson (80/20 article mentioned in the episode) Notes on The 80/20 Principle by Richard Koch, by Josh Kaufman (also mentioned in the episode) The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch My Substack email newsletter: The 80/20 Principle (not just for lawyers). Join 'Inner Circle' - a private discussion group for friendly, business-minded lawyers. Thanks to Our Sponsors "ChatterBoss is an incredible remote executive assistant company that helps solopreneurs and small businesses grow quickly and save money. Your dedicated ChatterBoss assistant can help you with case management, billing support, email optimization, social media, process building, automation, and more. They even have on-demand paralegals and legal assistants.  The service is customized to your budget and is on-demand, so you can work with your assistant as much or as little as you need throughout the week. The minimum monthly spend for a dedicated executive assistant is only $200/month.   The best way to get started is to schedule a free consultation and find out exactly how the service works. Click this link to schedule a free 30-minute call, and you'll get a special 15% discount when you sign up with ChatterBoss." Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.   If there's one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.   Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).   And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.   EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.   Find out more at EmeraldCity

There's no doubt that if you're going to own your own business, there are going to be seasons where you've got to work hard. Whether it's developing a new offering, getting your website up and ready, or launching your program — sometimes you've got to go the extra mile to make things happen. But what happens when hustle becomes a lifestyle? Many of the women who come to us at the Incubator have been experiencing the long term effects of stress on the body: sleeplessness, panic attacks, inflammation, mysterious illnesses, constant worry. They want a way to break out of the nonstop grind that's diminishing their emotional, physical, spiritual, and relational wellbeing.  Running a business takes stamina. It's stressful sometimes. It just is. It requires a certain capacity to accept uncertainty. Dealing with stress from work can't be about eliminating all stress — because that's unreasonable and impossible. Practical advice about addressing burnout from work has to be rooted in the reality that business, just like the rest of life, moves in seasons. Learning how to identify and respond to what your body, mind, and spirit are telling you can bring a huge shift in dealing with stress from work and healing the long term effects of stress on the body. So if you're an entrepreneur and you're struggling with finding a healthy balance between hard work and real rest, then I hope you'll tune into this conversation I had with Sabrina Gebhardt on her podcast Shoot It Straight. It's honest and practical, and I think you'll feel both encouraged and empowered What you'll learn in this episode: Both Sabrina's and my own experience with work-related anxiety and stress The importance of dealing with the root cause rather than managing symptoms of burnout Why so many women don't feel it's safe to rest How cyclical living is both about longer seasons and daily practices Why setting boundaries is a crucial part of dealing with stress from work  Subscribe, Review + Connect Thanks so much for listening in this week! If you enjoyed this episode, here are some ways you can join our Success with Soul movement:  Leave an honest review for The Success with Soul Podcast on Apple Podcasts so we can improve and better serve you in the future. I personally read each and every one of them, and they are super important for rankings, which help us continue to produce free content just for you! You may even be featured on the episode in our listener spotlight!  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get automatic updates. Curious about our group coaching program, the Success With Soul Incubator? Check out our behind the scenes tour here! Email me new episodes Don't forget to join our free Success With Soul Facebook community for follow-up conversations about the podcast episodes and where I also often go live to answer your burning questions. Hangout with like-minded bloggers and heart-centered online business owners exchanging priceless feedback, encouragement, and other golden insights from the trenches. Download a transcript of this episode Links + Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  Become a founding member of the Success With Soul Membership program! (and lock in your low price forever) Our free guide to cyclical living (including working according to your menstrual cycle, which is a total game-changer) Connect with Sabrina Gebhardt on her website Learn more about the Enneagram and how it can help you understand how to work better Follow me on Instagram @katekordsmeier EPISODE CREDITS: Produced by Danny Ozment at https://emeraldcitypro.com

This episode's guest is Miriam Schulman--an artist, author, and host of The Inspiration Place podcast. She's helped thousands of creatives around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love. Her signature coaching program, The Artist Incubator, teaches artists to go from so-so sales to sold-out collections. After witnessing 9/11, she abandoned a lucrative hedge fund to become a full-time thriving working artist. Featured in major publications including Forbes, The New York Times, Where Women Create, Art of Man, and Art Journaling magazine. Her artwork has also been featured on NBC's “Parenthood” and the Amazon series “Hunters” with Al Pacino. Her book with HarperCollins Leadership, Artpreneur, provides the actionable steps to turn your creative ideas into a thriving business.  You'll find immense value in Miriam's shared wisdom. She'll discuss:  Her journey to find the artist in her soul. The critical importance of believing in your audience. How artists can effectively utilize AI. How to infuse your “inner weirdo” into your stuff (and what “weirdo” really means). What art collectors really want. What people who buy from you are really buying. So, embrace your own inner weirdo, settle back, and enjoy this week's episode. Resources: miriam@theinspirationplace.net schulmanart.com podcast [The Inspiration Place]  schulmanart.com/itunes YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/schulmanart Instagram https://instagram.com/schulmanart Book pre-order:  ArtpreneurBOOK.com Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com. 

We've probably all felt it at one time or another: that gentle but persistent tugging at your soul towards something different.  Some part of you can't stop wondering if there is something bigger, better, more soul-fulfilling out there for you.  In today's episode, Dr. Tracey McGrath shares with us how she followed that pull and made the brave leap from Pharmacist to Mindful Art Teacher — with the help of meditation and mindful art, of course. This is a wonderful example of how the Universe works to draw us towards what we're meant for. In Tracey's case, the practices she turned to as a way to help her cope with a hard situation actually became her path to freedom.   We're exploring how these mindful practices can be powerful tools for boosting creativity, increasing confidence, encouraging mindset shifts, and finding your bliss. If you've been feeling stuck in a job that you KNOW is not right for you and you're so ready to find a career you love, but you don't know if there's a way out … then you're not going to want to miss this conversation with Tracey.  What you'll learn in this episode: How meditation, mindfulness, and the Incubator helped Tracey shed her identity as “the woman who hates her job.”  The mindset shift Tracey made that finally allowed everything to fall into place in her mindful art business.  The to-do list method that Tracey uses to manage her full days as a mom and entrepreneur (hint: she chooses the scariest tasks to complete first).  The ONE book that completely changed Tracey's life (even though she started reading it as an absolute skeptic).  Subscribe, Review + Connect Thanks so much for listening in this week! If you enjoyed this episode, here are some ways you can join our Success with Soul movement:  Leave an honest review for The Success with Soul Podcast on Apple Podcasts so we can improve and better serve you in the future. I personally read each and every one of them, and they are super important for rankings, which help us continue to produce free content just for you! You may even be featured on the episode in our listener spotlight!  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get automatic updates. Curious about our group coaching program, the Success With Soul Incubator? Check out our behind the scenes tour here! Email me new episodes Don't forget to join our free Success With Soul Facebook community for follow-up conversations about the podcast episodes and where I also often go live to answer your burning questions. Hangout with like-minded bloggers and heart-centered online business owners exchanging priceless feedback, encouragement, and other golden insights from the trenches. Download a transcript of this episode Links + Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  Get on the waitlist for our new membership program — launching in just a few weeks! Don't miss out on Tracey's awesome freebies! You can message Tracey here: info@drtraceymcgrath.com Follow Tracey on Instagram @blissartsco Follow Tracey on FB: https://www.facebook.com/blissartsco/ The Eisenhower Matrix for planning your to-dos This podcast episode on biohacking for women You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay Follow me on Instagram @katekordsmeier EPISODE CREDITS: Produced by Danny Ozment at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Let's see how many of you remember this “ancient” movie reference to the potential perils of AI (Artificial Intelligence): “Open the pod-bay door, HAL” “Sorry, Dave, but I can't do that” Whether or not you got the reference, there's definitely a lot of buzz about AI. Is it a potential ally? Will it be society's downfall? This week, Mike will share his thoughts and insights on recent trends in AI, especially ChatGPT. He'll discuss:  What ChatGPT can do pretty darn well, and what it can't do so well. How we often perceive (and misperceive) technological advances. Five ways we can make AI and other technological advances work for us, rather than against us. Why we must be our own best catalyst. Why it's becoming vital that we share our values.  Whatever your present feelings about AI, you'll find comfort and strength in Mike's wisdom. Like the Polar Express train conductor so famously said: “The most important thing about trains is deciding to get on” Resources: Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter  YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

This week, we'll have the privilege of being “flies on the wall” while Mike Kim coaches a group of online marketers. You'll glean some nuggets from this session that will positively impact your business. Your mission, “Jim”, should you choose to accept it, is to implement what you'll learn. The “Secretary” will not disavow any knowledge of your actions (and this message will not self-destruct in five seconds). Good luck, “Jim”. Among other things, you'll learn: What it means to “train to standard” and “save your partner's life”. Why it's important to have a goal of making $1 per email subscriber in monthly recurring revenue. Why you must not despise the “day of small beginnings”. What does FLOATS mean, and why is it vital to your business success? How you can effectively systemize your marketing. Why it's vital to play the guide, and not the hero, in your marketing. Why it's probably not a good idea to focus on who unsubscribes from your list.  Regardless of where you are in your online marketing journey, you'll definitely benefit by listening in on Mike's coaching. It'll be well worth it. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com. 

What would it be like for you to take two whole months off from your business to just “kick back” and do what you like? Disastrous? Just plain scary? Mike Kim, best-selling author, and personal branding coach, did that very thing, taking off the months of June and December 2022. He'll talk about his experiences in this week's episode. Among other things, you'll learn: How Mike was able to take two months off, without negatively impacting his business What were the five most impactful insights he gained during his time off Why the phrase “chop wood and carry water” is of vital importance to your business success While you may not yet be in a position to take two months away from your business, you can certainly afford 30 minutes to listen to this podcast It'll be well worth it. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business.  Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

To kick off 2023 in a truly happy vein, this episode is a replay of a keynote address given by Dr. Ellen Wong, at Mike's recent mastermind meetup. Dr. Ellen Wong is a Chief Happiness Officer, Productivity Strategist, & Naturopathic Doctor to entrepreneurs and executives. As an industry leader, she has worked with thousands of people to radically elevate their life satisfaction and happiness without the bs or wasting their time. Her signature framework, The 9 Pillars of Happiness ™ has helped entrepreneurs, executives, doctors, coaches, and consultants easily and effortlessly amplify their health, take control of their time, improve emotional resilience, and create inner peace so they have the confidence and drive to achieve their own definition of success and joy in every aspect of their lives. Ellen has shared her experiences and expertise through keynote speeches and corporate presentations as well as group and one-to-one coaching programs. She has been featured in Thrive Global, Business Insider, Sound Dollar, and many podcasts including Women's Health Unplugged, Done By Noon, Rebel Talk, and The Dr. Kinney Show. When she's not working with clients, Ellen loves her down-time, trying new culinary experiences, traveling around the world and spending time with her husband, human baby, and fur baby. So, sit back and listen (and implement) carefully. You'll be equipped to have a truly happy 2023…and beyond! What are the societal and individual factors that influence happiness? What are the “top five” regrets of people who are dying? What are The 9 Pillars of Happiness ™? What is “time management” really all about? Resources: https://drellenwong.com/happinessquestions Instagram—Joy Avenue (her handle) Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com 

Please Read: Affirmations have been a huge part of my growth this past year and I thought it would be appropriate to publish the actual track I listen to every morning and evening. While my background is in writing, I've always found it difficult to write my own affirmations. I've collected several from a few books I've been reading, the most significant of which has been Quantum Success by Sandra Anne Taylor. This book contains several affirmations at the end of each chapter, so I recorded them and created my own affirmation track. If you'd like the transcript I wrote for this episode, visit the show notes page here: mikekim.com/yatb360. I left this track without music or other normal pre-rolls, so that you can listen to your own music in the background and not be distracted by other audio segments. Happy New Year, and may 2023 be your best year ever. Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Quantum-Success-Astounding-Science-Happiness/dp/1401907326/ref=sxts_rp_s_sp_1_0?content-id=amzn1.sym.497ddbaf-dbdc-4a61-b204-33f5c59012b2%3Aamzn1.sym.497ddbaf-dbdc-4a61-b204-33f5c59012b2&crid=DKPX9XK3RS5O&cv_ct_cx=quantum+success&keywords=quantum+success&pd_rd_i=1401907326&pd_rd_r=2586bbe4-e498-47c8-aa90-ec2d4c79a282&pd_rd_w=Mtc6B&pd_rd_wg=r1i8F&pf_rd_p=497ddbaf-dbdc-4a61-b204-33f5c59012b2&pf_rd_r=VJTTEF655Q636AGM7AT5&psc=1&qid=1669057200&sprefix=quantum+success%2Caps%2C75&sr=1-1-5985efba-8948-4f09-9122-d605505c9d1e  Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com

While you probably know the common meanings of “translator, amplifier, and producer”, you'll find immense value in understanding Michael Roderick's take on these terms. Michael, the guest on this week's episode, is the CEO of Small Pond Enterprises, which helps thoughtful givers become thought leaders by making their brands referable, their messaging memorable, and their ideas unforgettable. He is also the host of the podcast Access to Anyone which shows how you can get to know anyone you want in business and in life using time-tested relationship-building principles. Michael's unique methodology comes from his own experience of going from being a Highschool English teacher to a Broadway Producer in under two years. So, be sure to tune in this week as Michael and Mike share the mic. You'll be glad you did. Get up to speed on: How it is that business really works by referrals. How to become “referrable”. What “translators, amplifiers, and producers” mean, in relation to helping you form lasting connections. How you can get much better at explaining what you do. Why the perspective of an “outsider” is vital to your business. Why it's important to challenge the “dominant narrative” without being combative. What “referability radar” is, and how it can benefit you and your business. Don't miss this amazing interview. As Mike Kim says, “Relationships are rocket ships.” Resources: http://www.smallpondenterprises.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-roderick-1161571/  https://www.facebook.com/mike.roderick.940  https://twitter.com/MichaelRoderick  http://www.myreferabilityrater.com/ Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com