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Welcome to this episode of Charity Therapy! I'm Jess Birken, and today we're diving into the wild world of nonprofit leadership. I've got David Rhode, a super-smart nonprofit coach and author, joining me to give all kinds of advice for nonprofit executive directors. We're tackling a juicy listener question about a micromanaging board member who's causing a bit of a headache. Trust me, we've got some great strategies to share that'll help you balance gratitude with boundary-setting. Transitioning from a working board to a governing board can feel like trying to solve a Rubik's Cube in the dark, especially when leadership roles are changing. With David's guidance, we explore how to keep board members engaged by giving them roles that match their strengths. Don't worry, we've got tips on keeping things fair and professional, ensuring everyone knows their lane. And let's not forget the fun twists of gender dynamics and generational differences. David and I chat about the importance of continuous learning and having a support network. Plus, we've got some motivational pep talks for those days when you're just trying to keep your head above water. Tune in for some personal stories, professional advice, and a few laughs as we empower you to lead with confidence and cultivate a culture of respect in your nonprofit world. In this episode, you will hear: How to navigate the tricky waters of board dynamics and leadership Some no-nonsense tips on how to set boundaries with a board member How to transition from a working board to a governing board How to step into your role as the boss David's advice for building your own support network How to stand up and claim your turf (respectfully!) What to do when doing the same things over and over again just won't cut it anymore Resources from this Episode Buy David's Book, Passion Isn't Enough: https://dotdotorg.com/my-book Sign up for the Birken Law Email list: https://birkenlaw.com/signup/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/birkenlaw 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. 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.

It's Jess Birken here, and I'm thrilled to have you join me and Meghan for this episode of Charity Therapy. We're diving into the world of DEI (that's diversity, equity, and inclusion), specifically about the Trump administration's Executive Order 14151, which is causing quite a stir.  In this episode, we're tackling the fears and misconceptions head-on. We've got a listener question - is it still allowed to start a nonprofit that focuses on BIPOC access in the arts? Short answer? Yes! But we'll talk about what the executive order IS doing to nonprofits who focus on DEI. Plus, we'll chat about why it's crucial to get accurate info and not just rely on the latest social media buzz. Remember, it's all about staying informed and confident in your mission, even when things seem a bit uncertain. Feeling a bit overwhelmed? You're definitely not alone. We all need a reminder to pause, breathe, and reach out for support when things get tough. So, let's get comfy and have a real talk about navigating these challenges together. And hey, if you know someone who needs a bit of encouragement, share this episode with them. We're all in this nonprofit journey together, and I'm here to help guide you through it. In this episode, you will hear: What Executive Order 14151 means for DEI in the federal government  Whether nonprofits can still support DEI initiatives in 2025 and beyond Common misconceptions about DEI  The real effect of Trump's EO for nonprofits working with marginalized communities Resources from this Episode Sign up for the Birken Law Email list: https://birkenlaw.com/signup/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/birkenlaw 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. 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.

In this episode of Charity Therapy, let's talk nonprofit leadership transitions! I'm your host, Jess Birken, and I've teamed up with Roger Meyer from Mighty Consulting to tackle the big questions: What happens when your nonprofit's founder suddenly steps down? How do you keep the ship steady when it feels like the captain just jumped overboard? We'll chat about the crucial role of an interim executive director, who can swoop in like a superhero to keep everything from falling apart. We're also taking a hard look at nonprofit boards. Is YOUR board ready to step up?. We'll explore how boards can be ready for big changes, genuinely understand their organization's financial health, and avoid the chaos of unexpected leadership changes. Plus, Roger has some solid advice on why you shouldn't rush to promote the next person in line without a game plan. Finally, I want you to know you're not alone on this journey. We all need a little help sometimes, and this episode offers some guidance and support. Feel free to join our community by sharing your thoughts and questions, and help us keep this important conversation about nonprofit management going. Thanks for tuning in, and let's tackle these challenges together! In this episode, you will hear: What an interim executive director does, and how they can be the superhero of your next executive transition period Why the board needs to rally and realize their full power to keep things on track The reason board members need to truly care about the mission and not just be seat-fillers How the big question of money will affect leadership decisions Why rushing to fill the executive director role can lead to chaos Cost-effective solutions when you can't hire an interim ED  How to keep your cool and be intentional in the face of big change Resources from this Episode Learn About Roger & Mighty Consulting: mightyconsulting.org Sign up for the Birken Law Email list: birkenlaw.com/signup Facebook page: www.facebook.com/birkenlaw 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. 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.

Hey there, it's Jess Birken, your go-to nonprofit law buddy, here to save you from those endless board meetings that make you want to pull your hair out! In this episode of Charity Therapy, I'm chatting with my friend Maria Huntley, the executive director of the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians. She's got the inside scoop on how to run nonprofit board meetings that are not only more productive but also a whole lot more fun. Say goodbye to those never-ending life stories and hello to meetings that start AND end on time. We dive deep into the world of board meeting magic, exploring tips like how to be a rockstar facilitator and why having some solid ground rules can be a game changer. Maria shares her genius ideas on mixing social time with business, making sure everyone gets a say, and keeping those discussions on point. If you're sick of people using the mic to relive their glory days, we have some hilarious insights on managing that, too. Plus, Maria dishes on how to set the right tone with board orientations and training so everyone's on the same page from day one. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your nonprofit adventure, this episode is packed with advice to make your board meetings a breeze. And if you're as nerdy as Maria and me, we've even got a handy recipe for facilitating discussions up for grabs. In this episode, you will hear: Managing board meetings effectively to ensure they start and end on time Facilitator skills and employing ground rules to help achieve effective meetings Be mindful of dominating the conversation Leading statements can help ensure everyone has an equitable chance to voice their opinions A consent agenda for streamlining meetings and increasing their overall efficiency Shifting to a positive board culture through training and orientation Respecting board members' time and keeping meetings short and well-structured Having a clear structure in place for successful board discussions Resources from this Episode Recipe for a Generative Discussion: https://birkenlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Generative-Discussion-Recipe.pdf Sign up for the Birken Law Email list: https://birkenlaw.com/signup/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/birkenlaw 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. 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.

In past episodes, I've talked in detail about individual practices and how the Kanban method has upleveled them, and today's show provides living proof. That's because I'm talking with two clients of mine, Jess Birkin and Megan Heitkamp, of the Birkin Law Office, about the start of their practice and how they've transformed their business with systematic improvements.Together we'll discuss how these concepts and frameworks are wholly trainable and teachable, allowing you to bring full teams on board and then streamline processes even more effectively (think automated lead nurturing campaigns). Even better, this episode can serve as a case study that these systemizations can improve your practice too. For full show notes, transcript, and more information, visit: https://www.agileattorney.com/20Start your Agile transformation today and check out these free resources to help you and your team develop a more Agile legal practice: https://www.agileattorney.com/start

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.

What if you could hang out with experienced nonprofit professionals and ask them your burning questions about the day-to-day life of nonprofits? What if you could take their wisdom and bring it back to your organization, for free? That's what we do on Charity Therapy. Hosted by Jess Birken - owner and lawyer at Birken Law Office. Every episode is an in-depth look at how to run a nonprofit, from fundraising to IRS woes to people problems and more! Our goal is to empower nonprofits to achieve your mission by doing things right.

Today's Five-Star Guest is Jess Birken.  Jess Birken is the former CEO & Managing Partner at Urban Birken PLLC, a boutique firm that specialized in serving the nonprofit community. She has worked with nonprofit organizations for most of her career.Before becoming a private practice attorney, Jess spent four years inside a national nonprofit organization, Pheasants Forever.Jess worked her way through law school and had the beginnings of a promising career in criminal law after graduation. However, she quickly realized that going to court is depressing! In court, the toothpaste is out of the tube and you're just trying to clean up the mess. Her colleagues reassured her she'd become callous and get used to the grim reality. But Jess thought that sounded like a terrible personal outcome and decided she needed to change course. As a result, she went back to grad school and earned a Masters in Nonprofit Management. Jess rejoined the nonprofit sector through her work with Pheasants Forever where her role was a marriage of attorney work and federal grant management and administration. Since that time, Jess has run her own firms and is now the owner of Birken Law Office--a firm designed to help nonprofits.Learn More About Jess:  https://birkenlaw.com/who-is-jess-birken/Listen to Jess's Podcast:  https://birkenlaw.com/charity-therapy/Get on our waiting list for our new nonprofit & fundraising community filled with on-demand courses and live webinars that are exclusive to members! Learn all about what's in store to support you and your leadership team at www.DoGoodYOUniversity.com!Support This Podcast! Make a quick and easy donation here:https://www.patreon.com/dogoodbetterSpecial THANK YOU to our sponsors:Donor Dock - The best CRM system for your small to medium sized nonprofit, hands down! Visit www.DonorDock.com and use the Promo Code DOGOODBETTER for a FREE month!iTunes: https://apple.co/3a3XenfSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2PlqRXsYouTube: https://bit.ly/3kaWYanTunein: http://tun.in/pjIVtStitcher: https://bit.ly/3i8jfDRFollow On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoodBetterPodcast/Follow On Twitter: @consulting_do #fundraising #fundraiser #charity #nonprofit #donate#dogood #dogoodBETTER #fargo #fundraisingdadAbout Host Patrick Kirby:Email: Patrick@dogoodbetterconsulting.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fundraisingdad/Want more great advice? Buy Patrick's book! Now also available as an e-book!Fundraise Awesomer! A Practical Guide to Staying Sane While Doing GoodAvailable through Amazon Here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1072070359

Event sponsorship is arguably one of the most challenging and stressful aspects of planning a fundraising event.  Part of that stress is driven by the fact that there are IRS rules about what you can and cannot do and there's a fine line where sponsorship can unintentionally drift from sponsorship to advertising.  I talk about this and more with my special guest Jess Birken of Birken Law, a Minneapolis law firm that specializes in Nonprofit Law.In this interview Jess and I discuss:When does sponsorship become advertising? What does it mean when that happens?  What are the consequences? How can you prevent this from happening or plan aheadJess shares her best tips and advice for creating a win-win value proposition with your event sponsorsLISTENER ACTION ITEM:Is your nonprofit healthy?  Take Jess's free quizCome up with an event sponsorship planReview the IRS rulesTalk to your lawyer, accountant or both to make sure you don't face unintended consequences with your sponsorship offerings LIST OF RESOURCES Ep. 30 Show NotesAlicia's interview on Jess's Pocast, Charity TherapySOCIAL MEDIATwitter: https://twitter.com/JessBirken Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birkenlaw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessbirken/ Instagram: @jessbirken

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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jess Birken from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about delegating more effectively.Jess is the former CEO & Managing Partner at Urban Birken PLLC, a boutique firm that specialized in serving the nonprofit community. She has worked with nonprofit organizations for most of her career. Before becoming a private practice attorney, she spent four years inside a national nonprofit organization, Pheasants Forever.She worked her way through law school and had the beginnings of a promising career in criminal law after graduation. However, Jess quickly realized that going to court is depressing! In court, the toothpaste is out of the tube and you're just trying to clean up the mess. Her colleagues reassured her that she would become callous and get used to the grim reality. But she thought that sounded like a terrible personal outcome and decided she needed to change course. Jess really missed the nonprofit sector. As a result, She went back to grad school and earned a Masters in Nonprofit Management. She rejoined the nonprofit sector through her work with Pheasants Forever where her role was a marriage of attorney work and federal grant management and administration. Since that time, Jess has run her own firms and is now the owner of Birken Law Office a firm designed to help nonprofits.1:16 there are some things that suck4:05 you know this drill7:12 the two Bobs from corporate10:02 why is this all worth it14:28 in managing your inbox17:03 it's too weirdWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com

This week, we're once again taking a look back at the last nine episodes of the show, recapping the main points, and adding a little more perspective and discussion. We've had such great guests, and want to really sink these lessons and takeaways in, and give you a chance to hear the main points on any episodes you might have missed. 81. The Art of Email Delegation w/ Lizzy Brooks 82. Email Delegation for Attorneys w/ Maddy Martin, Jess Birken, and Tyson Mutrux 83. Finding Your Email Solutions w/ Jess Birken 84. Delivering Real Value with Subscriptions w/ Jonathan Tobin 85. Going Solo and Thriving with Your Practice w/ Carolyn Elefant 86. Tech Trends You Shouldn't Spend Money On (Yet) w/ Jess Birken and Jared Correia 87. Building the Data-Driven Law Firm w/ Ed Walters 88. FSC Live from ABA TECHSHOW! 89. The Consumerization of Legal w/ Kim Bennett As we mention at the end of the episode, if you have questions for our upcoming Q&A, please send those our way at john@fivestarcounsel.com or on any of our social channels! ----- FiveStarCounsel.com Get our FREE client service whitepaper! Join the Five Star Counsellors FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575616019297055 Here's a link for you to get 20% off your first year of using TextExpander! - https://fivestarcounsel.com/textexpander

If you spend any amount of time online, you're getting bombarded with every new tech invention that's out there, but should you be investing any of your time as a lawyer in getting these new technologies invested and integrated in your business? I've brought back Jess Birken and Jared Correia, because they both have strong thoughts on how and when we should be integrating new tech. We tackle how lawyers should approach the metaverse, VR/AR, NFTs, Crypto, Web3, and subscriptions. It was fun sitting down with two frequent guests on the podcast and really letting loose on what we think about a lot of the tech trends that are out there, but might not be ready for prime time for lawyers just yet. Find Jess on Twitter @JessBirken or at https://hackyourpractice.lawyer Find Jared at RedCaveLegal.com and subscribe to The Legal Toolkit Podcast. ----- FiveStarCounsel.com Get our FREE client service whitepaper! Join the Five Star Counsellors FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575616019297055 Here's a link for you to get 20% off your first year of using TextExpander! - https://fivestarcounsel.com/textexpander

How many hours a week are you spending on your email? Think about it. Is that time spent really your highest and best use? How are you going to find YOUR email solution? If you've been listening to the last two episodes, I think you know that you should be thinking about outsourcing your inbox. But there are still so many questions about how to really put this in place without dropping the ball in the meantime. You have doubts that you can really hand off your possibly most important communication channel. In this, part 3 of our series on outsourcing email, I sit with attorney Jess Birken to have a fun, expansive discussion of the challenges of handing off your email to an assistant, how to get started, and how to ensure that you're even more productive and responsive to clients, colleagues, and your own team. Find Jess on Twitter @JessBirken or at https://hackyourpractice.lawyer ----- FiveStarCounsel.com Get our FREE client service whitepaper! Join the Five Star Counsellors FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575616019297055 Here's a link for you to get 20% off your first year of using TextExpander! - https://fivestarcounsel.com/textexpander

How do lawyers get started with an email-focused assistant? How do we overcome the biggest personal mental roadblocks to handing off those reins? What's stopping YOU from doing this today?   This week's episode is a little different than normal - it's episode two in our three-episode series on outsourcing email. I took part in a panel discussion hosted by our friend Maddy Martin at Smith AI, focused on how to integrate a virtual email assistant. I'm joined by attorneys Jess Birken and Tyson Mutrux.   Our discussion gets to the heart of the unique challenges attorneys face with regards to email and communication in general. It's tough to let go of that control, but as we discuss in last week's episode, the benefits are tremendous.   Our panel discusses how to ensure consistency with an assistant, how to find, train, and get started with your assistant, and even how to address confidentiality and security issues.   I'm a fan of everyone involved here, and I think our discussion is very worthy of your time. Let's get to it. Find Maddy on Twitter or LinkedIn. Find Jess on Twitter @JessBirken or at https://hackyourpractice.lawyer Find Tyson on Twitter at https://twitter.com/lawyertyson or LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tysonmutrux ----- FiveStarCounsel.com Get our FREE client service whitepaper! Join the Five Star Counsellors FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575616019297055 Here's a link for you to get 20% off your first year of using TextExpander! - https://fivestarcounsel.com/textexpander

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/295.   It takes tremendous effort to start a law practice on your own. You'll need a well-thought-out business strategy that tackles all the administrative and technical matters of the company. It's reasonable to think that all of these responsibilities may seem overwhelming. Nonetheless, there are a few things you can do to ensure that your solo practice is a success. In this episode, Jess Birken joins Moshe Amsel to talk about how she became a solo practitioner. She also shares the three keys to having a profitable law firm and explains why companies need to embrace outsourcing and automation. Finally, because every legal firm is a business, Jess reminds us of the golden rule for pricing your services. If you're an attorney thinking about beginning your own solo practice, this episode is for you! Resources mentioned:   Join the Law Firm Growth Summit's Facebook community. Connect with Jess Birken: Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram Birken Law Office Charity Therapy  (Birken Law Podcast) Hack Your Practice Professionally answer your business calls and messages — get started with Smith.ai now! Productivity apps mentioned: Freedom | Acuity | Calendly | Zapier Lawyaw Roy Ginsberg Join 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.   Connect with Moshe on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amsel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

Our guest today, Jess Birken, lists her 5 rules to getting your life and career on track for success.

Can you recall the moment your childhood ended? Jared does. For him, it all dates back to a fateful day in 1986. (1:50) Next, Jess Birken of the Birken Law Office joins Jared to share the best tips for “spring cleaning” your law firm. Tune in to learn how to eliminate the waste holding you back. (9:16) And finally, we find out what makes Minnesota so unique. (Duck, Duck, Gray Duck? What is that mess about?). (25:27) Every good “spring clean” needs a good soundtrack, so check out these inspirational tunes and get motivated! Spotify playlist! Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest. The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander. Our closing track is August by Dario Benedetti. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Can you recall the moment your childhood ended? Jared does. For him, it all dates back to a fateful day in 1986. (1:50) Next, Jess Birken of the Birken Law Office joins Jared to share the best tips for “spring cleaning” your law firm. Tune in to learn how to eliminate the waste holding you back. (9:16) And finally, we find out what makes Minnesota so unique. (Duck, Duck, Gray Duck? What is that mess about?). (25:27) Every good “spring clean” needs a good soundtrack, so check out these inspirational tunes and get motivated! Spotify playlist! Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest. The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander. Our closing track is August by Dario Benedetti. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Can you recall the moment your childhood ended?  Jared does.  For him, it all dates back to a fateful day in 1986. (1:50) Next, Jess Birken of the Birken Law Office joins Jared to share the best tips for “spring cleaning” your law firm. Tune in to learn how to eliminate the waste holding you back. (9:16) And finally, we find out what makes Minnesota so unique.  (Duck, Duck, Gray Duck?  What is that mess about?). (25:27) Every good “spring clean” needs a good soundtrack, so check out these inspirational tunes and get motivated! Spotify playlist! Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest. The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander. Our closing track is August by Dario Benedetti. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Your to-do list is never-ending, and it's really easy to get down on yourself for not clearing it (or for not even making it in the first place). Priorities change, new work comes up, and life gets in the way, bogging you down.  Making a simple list of limited things you can and must do in your day can help ground you and achieve real, tangible progress with small tasks and lofty goals alike. Jess Birken of Birken Law explains how she adapted this approach for herself, and how other firm owners and attorneys can employ her tactic to win their days. Checklists and automation FTW! Find Jess on Twitter @JessBirken or at https://hackyourpractice.lawyer/ FiveStarCounsel.com Get our FREE client service whitepaper! Join the Five Star Counsellors FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575616019297055

The economy is steadily moving towards the subscription model. While unheard of in the law profession, Jess Birken, a solopreneur lawyer at Birken Law Office, is thinking ahead, adopting it into her own practice. In this episode, she joins Larry Weinstein, CPA, to tell us more about it, what she is seeing in the shift towards this model, and why subscriptions could be a great way to help build lasting relationships in the field. He also talks about rolling out the system, the billing process, and more, and how you, too, can do this in your practice. Learn more about this new tool that can help you not only keep your clients but also build recurring revenue for the company in this conversation.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Successful Lawyers Podcast Community today:thecpaforlawyers.com

“A LAWsome Christmas Carol” brings Dickens’ famous cautionary tale to the world of legal marketing & technology in a festive and unforgettable way. A lawyer stuck in the past is taken on a voyage by time-travelling spirits, and along the journey, learns the true meaning of the law firm.  Starring: Mike Whelan, Erin Levine, Jess Birken, Michael Simon, Jared Correia, Cat Moon, David Kempston, Paul Julius, and Jacob Sanders. Written, Scored, and Produced for Audio - Jacob Sanders  

Jessica Birken is an attorney and the owner of Birken Law Office. She serves nonprofits and helps solve their problems so they can quit worrying and get back to what matters most – The Work.  Along the way, she has embraced technology and progressive business solutions to build a subscription based legal practice. In this episode, Jess tells the story of how she built her subscription practice, the challenges, and provides inspiration for lawyers looking to build something different.      

In today’s episode we’re sharing a presentation from MaxLawCon 2020. Our originally scheduled MaxLawCon 2020 speaker Jess Birken presented LIVE to the Maximum Lawyer Guild community and today we share her presentation: How I Switched To Subscription Based Services (And How You Can Too). You can also watch the video here. The Maximum Lawyer Guild community is live! For membership details and all the member benefits head on over here. To keep on maximizing your firm, stay connected!Facebook GroupFacebook PageYouTube channelLinkedInGuild

Many lawyers have figured out clever hacks that help them run their businesses better, and at TECHSHOW's Un-Track for Doers, they were afforded opportunities to share these solutions with their peers. Host Christopher Anderson is joined by Jess Birken, Ben Sessions, Gyi Tsakalakis, and Erin Gerstenzang to discuss how this ‘unconference’ part of TECHSHOW 2020 encouraged participant-driven conversations about issues in everyday legal practice. Jess Birken is a solo practice attorney for nonprofits at Birken Law. Ben Sessions is a trial attorney at The Sessions Law Firm, LLC. Gyi Tsakalakis is the founder of AttorneySync. Erin Gerstenzang is a criminal defense attorney in Atlanta, Georgia.

Many lawyers have figured out clever hacks that help them run their businesses better, and at TECHSHOW's Un-Track for Doers, they were afforded opportunities to share these solutions with their peers. Host Christopher Anderson is joined by Jess Birken, Ben Sessions, Gyi Tsakalakis, and Erin Gerstenzang to discuss how this ‘unconference’ part of TECHSHOW 2020 encouraged participant-driven conversations about issues in everyday legal practice. Jess Birken is a solo practice attorney for nonprofits at Birken Law. Ben Sessions is a trial attorney at The Sessions Law Firm, LLC. Gyi Tsakalakis is the founder of AttorneySync. Erin Gerstenzang is a criminal defense attorney in Atlanta, Georgia.

Guest Amy Arcand of Willow Consulting joins your host Jess Birken to talk about what happens with people stop being polite and start getting real (LOL - you may be too young to get that joke) about firing their ED. How do you survive the aftermath? Amy is an expert Interm Executive Director and shares her story and her advice for nonprofit orgs going through an exec transition. • Join me on Facebook • Subscribe to my newsletter

“A LAWsome Christmas Carol” brings Dickens’ famous cautionary tale to the world of legal marketing & technology in a festive and unforgettable way. A lawyer stuck in the past is taken on a voyage by time-travelling spirits, and along the journey, learns the true meaning of the law firm.  Starring: Mike Whelan, Erin Levine, Jess Birken, Michael Simon, Jared Correia, Cat Moon, David Kempston, Paul Julius, and Jacob Sanders. Written, Scored, and Produced for Audio - Jacob Sanders

This week on the show we have Jess Birken, owner of Birken Law Offices where she helps charities and non-profits to solve their problems so they can focus on what’s important. In this episode we’ll discuss spotting problem prospective clients, being a good friend, how to stay motivated about your work, and the best software to be using as a solo.   Twitter @JessBirken www.hackyourpractice.lawyer https://birkenlaw.com/   Hacking’s Hack: I’m really excited about this week’s hack, it comes from a lawyer in my office named Ashley Moore. If you go to printfriendly.com you can enter the URL and it will print just the text, no ads or anything else cluttering the printed paper.   Tyson’s Tip: I just finished listening to the podcast Land of the Giants. The first season goes in-depth with how Amazon started out and how they grew to the size they are today.   Jess’s Tip: In Zapier, I recently learned that you can filter information from data that you have. So you can pull just an email, or just a phone number from your data. The conditional formatting is pretty amazing and will let you do just about anything you want.   For more content from us please subscribe to our Youtube Channel   Don’t forget to sign up for MaxLawCon20!   Thanks so much for listening to the show! If you want to know more about this and keep on maximizing your firm, please join our Facebook Group or like us on Facebook and comment!   You can also go to MaximumLawyer.com or, if you’d prefer, email us at: info@maximumlawyer.com   Interested in being on the show? Shoot us an email at support@maximumlawyer.com or message us on Facebook!   Welcome to the Maximum Lawyer Podcast. Partner up, and maximize your firm.

We talk legal innovation, tech adaptation, and how lawyers are piecing together solutions, and then we chat with lawyer, consultant, and legal tech mad scientist Jess Birken. NEWS - http://bit.ly/32aGVQ4 GUEST - http://bit.ly/BirkenLAWsome © 2019 Consultwebs

Podcast Episode #8 - Creating A Niche for Your BusinessIn this episode I'm talking with Jessica Birken, from Birken Law. She's an attorney specializing in working with arts and non-profit organizations. In this episode we're talking about...-How she created a unique niche for herself by specializing in non-profits and how that allowed her to differentiate herself and her practice.-Her unique pricing packages-How she created a website that doesn't look like a typical law firm-The system she created for identifying her ideal client – this is brilliant!!! So much value in this episode!!!Go to www.hackyourpractice.lawyer to get monthly encouragement from Jess Birken and a free guide called “5 Rules That Will Change Your Life and Your Law Practice” Follow Jess on twitter @JessBirken Jess' website: www.birkenlaw.comConnect with Meg Huwar....website: www.thebrandaccelerator.comSign up for her weekly marketing tips: https://www.thebrandaccelerator.com/marketing-mondays-with-meg·

So often lawyers are afraid to try something new (or new to them), and they often cite the ethics rules as one of the reasons they cannot do whatever it is.  After reading Seth Godin's recent blog post Fear of Kohlrabi, Jess Birken and Megan got into a discussion of what really hinders lawyers' ability to try new things.   Megan and Jess cover a wide range of topics on this episode, all related to how lawyers allow themselves to be held back by fear.  Listen in for topics including: - False blaming of external reasons for not taking chances on learning new things - "New" does not necessarily mean cutting edge, but simply new to the person trying it - A simple process for heading off fear to prevent it from controlling your actions - How simple some of new skills can be to acquire - How wonderful customer service is actually innovative (and dare say even new) in the legal profession Contact Information: Jess’s Website - be sure to sign up for her email list for lawyers Jess's Twitter  Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode, please help me get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, and Tunein and be sure to share this podcast with a friend. Be sure to connect with me and reach out with any questions/concerns: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Website Email me at megan[at]zaviehlaw[dot]com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.

The way clients are seeking legal representation continues to evolve—in fact, in 2019, it’s estimated that the average consumer will require 6-8 digital ‘touches’ before becoming a prospective client. Does your firm know how clients are finding you, and are you controlling the information they’re encountering along that journey? Search engines, review sites, social media, online legal directories, and your website are all touchpoints that your potential clients are looking at as they determine whether to hire you or not—and each one can impact whether they choose to retain your services or hire a competitor instead. In this episode, legal marketing expert Gyi Tsakalakis of AttorneySync and Minneapolis-based attorney Jess Birken will cover the basics and benefits of managing your law firms’ online presence.

In this On The Road report from ABA TECHSHOW in Chicago, host Laurence Colletti talks to Jess Birken and Gyi Tsakalakis about how to master Google Adwords for your law firm. They discuss how to assess whether Google ads are the right type of advertising and share tips on finding key terms that fit your work description best. They also give advice on how to find a SEO specialist. Jess Birken is a solo practice attorney for nonprofits. Gyi Tsakalakis founded AttorneySync to help lawyers earn business online because that’s where clients are looking.

Visit MaximumLawyer.com for complete show notes of each podcast episode, tips, hacks and more resources!  In this Pop-up episode, Jim interviews Jess Birken, a Lawyer and Consultant for nonprofits who runs her own Law Firm; Birken Law Office. They will go over her business, how she uses infoproducts to educate her clients and make the most of the consults they have and the advantages of her subscription model! Find Jess on Twitter and on HackYourPractice Register to MaxLawCon19, June 6 and 7 in St.Louis. Thanks so much for listening to the show! If you want to know more about this and keep on maximizing your firm, please join our Facebook Group or like us on Facebook and comment! You can also go to MaximumLawyer.com or, if you’d prefer, email us at: info@maximumlawyer.com Do you want to get on the show? Shoot us an email or message us! The Maximum Lawyer Podcast. Partner up, and maximize your firm.

With increased competition from other lawyers as well as legal companies, the legal client nowadays has a lot of choices when it comes to hiring legal help. That’s why it is crucial for lawyers to recognize the importance of crafting a positive client experience that motivates the potential client to want to work with you (as opposed to just “have to” work with you). Joining me on the show today is Jess Birken. Through her innovative subscription services, Jess serves non-profit and art organizations in Minneapolis. She previously appeared on Episode 14 and Episode 38. What We Discuss in this Episode: How do you make your clients want to call you as opposed to have to call you? How Jess is building her subscription services Why the client experience has become of utmost importance How the definition of “luxury” in restaurants evolved and what we can learn from that service industry My husband’s unfortunate experience with Starbucks Should you be concerned with what your client is experiencing with every interaction with you? Jess’s experience with a car dealership that exemplifies customer loyalty How do you map your customer's journey? Thinking about your customer journey is one thing. Taking action and implementing change is another Don’t get overwhelmed if you’re just starting out. A small step at a time is the way to go The importance of asking your clients for feedback Resources Mentioned: Jess's YouTube videos on scheduling and delegation Contact Information: Jess's website Find Jess at Twitter https://twitter.com/JessBirken Website www.hackyourpractice.lawyer Jess’ subscription service https://birkenlaw.com/mission-guardian/   Sarah Smerage article https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-create-client-journey-map-sarah-smerage/   Our YouTube videos about acuity scheduling for managing intake Part 1 https://youtu.be/aQj6darUCu4 Part 2 https://youtu.be/fwVXtwVizGw Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode, please help me get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, and Tunein and be sure to share this podcast with a friend. Be sure to connect with me and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook LinkedIn Website Email me at megan[at]zaviehlaw[dot]com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.

As 2018 comes to a close, I thought it would be fun and useful to discuss some things you can be doing right now to end the year on a high note and best prepare yourself and your law practice for the new year.   Some things to do at the end of the year: Review your state’s ethics rules Check your local major bar association's opinions or articles regarding new state ethics rules and proposed opinions Pay attention to even the smallest of changes in the ethics rules because they could have a profound effect when put into practice Audit your law practice’s weaknesses because those might be ethical problems Ask yourself what you want 2019 to look like? Set your goals for the year, and don’t forget to dream big! Remember to reflect on the year that was and celebrate your wins Resources Mentioned: The Benefits of Preemptively Auditing Your Law Practice Management with Jared Correi episode Growing Your Practice Through Digital Information Products with Jess Birken episode Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode, please help me get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, and Tunein and be sure to share this podcast with a friend. Be sure to connect with me and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook LinkedIn Website Email me at megan[at]zaviehlaw[dot]com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.

Following our presentation at Clio Conference, my co-presenter, Jess Birken, and I sat down to reflect on our discussion of our presentation topic  - growing your practice through digital information products. Whether it’s for additional income or to increase access to justice, there are many reasons to consider creating digital products. We discuss what lawyers should be aware of before they embark on the journey of creating their own products. Jess Birken is the owner of Birken Law and she helps non-profits with their legal matters.   What We Discuss in This Episode: What are digital information products and how are lawyers using them in their practices? Jess's digital product and how it’s helping her clients How is Jess monetizing her online course? My California specific digital product How narrow or broad can your digital product be? What ethical implications are involved in creating digital products? The importance of understanding where customers are in their journey How much time and work goes into creating a product? What is mindmapping and how can it help distill big ideas into smaller parts? Keep your approach to your product small. Don’t try to do too much from the get-go. Iterate as you go Contact Information: www.hackyourpractice.lawyer/mindmap www.hackyourpractice.lawyer Twitter and Instagram: @jessbirken Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode, please help me get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, and Tunein and be sure to share this podcast with a friend. Be sure to connect with me and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook LinkedIn Website Email me at megan[at]zaviehlaw[dot]com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.  

Productizing is turning information you know into a digital information product that is scalable and available online. This could be anything from a Kindle book to a DIY YouTube video. In this On The Road report from the Clio Cloud Conference 2018, host Jared Correia talks with the speakers Jess Birken and Megan Zavieh about what it means to productize the practice of law. They give tips on how lawyers can get started and provide practical examples of ways digital information products can enhance a lawyer’s practice. They also discuss Jess Birken’s side project, Hack Your Practice, in which she offers tech help to lawyers. Jess Birken is the owner of Birken Law Office, a firm designed to help nonprofits and the arts. Megan Zavieh is the owner of Zavieh Law and principal of State Bar Playbook, LLC. Sign up to attend the Clio Cloud Conference next year!

Scheduling software programs help you keep your appointments organized, but they can do so much more for your practice.  From helping you set up networking meetings, to booking client calls, collecting payments for consultations, and requesting Google reviews, online scheduling software like Acuity can be a powerful tool for lawyers. In this episode, I’m joined by Jess Birken, a non-profit attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Jess loves all things tech and all things Acuity. She shares her top tips for using online scheduling software in your law practice.  What We Discuss in This Episode:   How can lawyers get over their intimidation of technology and embrace modern tools? Aside from scheduling meetings, what else can Acuity help lawyers do? Whether you enjoy networking or not, it’s necessary. So how can you use Acuity to schedule networking meetings and simplify the process? Blocking off your calendar allows you to control your client meetings while maintaining a personal life From an ethics standpoint, communicating consistently with your clients through automation can reduce complaints Can a lawyer in any practice area benefit from using online scheduling tools? Resources Mentioned: Deep Work by Cal Newport Jess’s winning website – 10 Best Law Firm Websites of 2017  Zapier Contact Information: Jess's firm website www.hackyourpractice.lawyer Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessbirken Special gift for LGE listeners: www.hackyourpractice.lawyer/gift  If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like: Tom Martin's episode about lawyer chat bots Jared Correia's episode about law practice auditing  Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode, please help me get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, and Google Play, and be sure to share this podcast with a friend. Be sure to connect with me and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook LinkedIn Website Email me at megan[at]zaviehlaw[dot]com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.

In this episode, Jess Birken, whose solo-practice website stands out among the top ten law firm website of 2017, explains how she got that website built while keeping costs low. Jess Birken focuses on helping nonprofits solve problems and get back to their mission.