Your Law Firm is a Business. Take it to the Next Level

About Your Law Firm is a Business. Take it to the Next Level

What if you could spend time with experts in law firm marketing and practice management, ask them about their successes and failures, their tools and strategies; then take an insight or two to inspire your own business growth? That’s what we do each week on Your Law Firm is a Business... Take it to the Next Level. Hosted by Melanie Leonard, Esq (practice management maestro) and Mark Homer (law firm marketing master), every episode is an in-depth look at how to run a strong business, not just practice law. The goal is to introduce and reinforce the correct strategies for growing your firm but not at the expense of health and happiness.

Publisher

Melanie Leonard and Mark Homer

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Oct 2021

Latest episode

26 Dec 2023

Latest episodes

100 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Dec 2023

   121: Thank You and Happy New Year!

   Join us as we celebrate the journey of our podcast and express our heartfelt thanks to all our listeners for their unwavering support and for spreading the word about our show. As we usher in the New Year, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the milestones we've achieved together in the past year. In this episode, we're reflecting on some of the most impactful episodes that have not only educated but also inspired our community.  We also share our 10 favorite episodes from the past year! Thank you so much to everyone who has listened to and shared this podcast, we really appreciate it! 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: Schedule a Consultation: https://gngf.com/consultation Visit the Website: https://gngf.com/ Visit streamlined.legal:https://streamlined.legal/ Twitter: @NextLevel_Legal Instagram or Facebook: @nextlevel.legal More Information About Our Hosts: Melanie Leonard: streamlined.legal —-------------------------------- For help automating key processes in your law firm and implementing legal tech (especially around Clio & Lawmatics), check out the free videos and resources at https://streamlined.legal/videos to streamline your law firm TODAY. Mark Homer: Get Noticed Get Found —-------------------------------------------------- Every day, the Get Noticed Get Found team (GNGF) helps ambitious law firms push through their growth plateaus. If your marketing budget is $80,000 or more a year and you are interested in learning how the GNGF team can help take your law firm’s marketing to the next level, schedule a conversation with our team at https://gngf.com/consultation  or give us a call at 513-444-2016. If you are just getting started but want some hand-holding and guidance as you spend more time and money in marketing, check out GNGF’s sister company https://lexcelerate.legal, which provides marketing help through group coaching, training videos, and downloadable guides for solo and small law firms. ACTION STEPS: Don’t forget to share our podcast with your colleagues Click the share button in your podcast app and send it to a colleague or on your social media feed Feel free to tag us too @NextLevel_Legal on X (formerly known as Twitter) or @nextlevel.legal on Instagram & Facebook. And leave us a review on your podcast platform of choice If you haven’t done so already: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen And once you have subscribed - please leave us a 5-star rating and review as that will help this podcast get discovered by other law firm owners. -- Until next time, don’t forget…..   Your Law Firm is a business -- take it to the next level. *** 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 I sent you.

2. 

   19 Dec 2023

   120: Planning for Time AWAY!

   Have you ever felt like you’re drowning in work, yearning for a vacation, yet dreading the thought of the chaos that might ensue in your absence? This episode is here to show you how to plan for time away from the office effectively. We'll walk you through the importance of proactive planning for your leave and how to leverage your calendar. Don't forget to share these secrets with your team; after all, a well-rested team is a productive one! We'll discuss how to choose a designated person to handle the urgent matters that may pop up. With our tips, you can have a stress-free vacation, knowing that everything is under control back at the office. From going over open cases to creating a comprehensive plan for handling them, you'll be equipped with everything you need for peace of mind during your vacation. We also introduce the concept of creating a "vacation hot sheet" to ease the burden on your team while you're away. So sit back, relax, and let us show you how to enjoy your well-deserved vacation without compromising your law firm's operations. Show Highlights: The importance of proactive planning for time away from the office and how it benefits business owners and their teams. Effective preparation for handling emergencies and making early decisions regarding notifications and communications during vacations. The need to review open cases before leaving the office for vacation and creating a plan for handling them. The concept of a "vacation hot sheet" to alleviate the burden on the rest of the team during vacations. The importance of setting boundaries, delegating tasks, and using technology to achieve a better work-life balance. The role of clear and proactive communication with clients and team members before taking time off. The importance of taking time off for mental health and productivity, and the benefits of outsourcing services to streamline tasks. 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: Schedule a Consultation: https://gngf.com/consultation Visit the Website: https://gngf.com/ Visit streamlined.legal:https://streamlined.legal/ Twitter: @NextLevel_Legal Instagram or Facebook: @nextlevel.legal For information about all our episodes and to sign up for our email newsletter: http://nextlevel.legal More Information About Our Hosts: Melanie Leonard: streamlined.legal —-------------------------------- For help automating key processes in your law firm and implementing legal tech (especially around Clio & Lawmatics), check out the free videos and resources at https://streamlined.legal/videos to streamline your law firm TODAY. Mark Homer: Get Noticed Get Found —-------------------------------------------------- Every day, the Get Noticed Get Found team (GNGF) helps ambitious law firms push through their growth plateaus. If your marketing budget is $80,000 or more a year and you are interested in learning how the GNGF team can help take your law firm’s marketing to the next level, schedule a conversation with our team at https://gngf.com/consultation  or give us a call at 513-444-2016. If you are just getting started but want some hand-holding and guidance as you spend more time and money in marketing, check out GNGF’s sister company https://lexcelerate.legal, which provides marketing help through group coaching, training videos, and downloadable guides for solo and small law firms. ACTION STEPS: MELANIE: Action Steps Put it on the calendar NOW Add a time block to your calendar NOW to review all open cases before you go Make your decisions about emergencies, notifications, and communications now. Some will be specific to the time out, but many can be determined now and used with regularity. If you haven’t done so already: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen And once you have subscribed - please leave us a 5-star rating and review as that will help this podcast get discovered by other law firm owners. -- Until next time, don’t forget…..   Your Law Firm is a business -- take it to the next level. *** 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 I sent you.

3. 

   12 Dec 2023

   119: Stop Hiding Out From Time Tracking!

   Want to dial up your law firm's profitability? Let's explore how time tracking can make a significant impact on your bottom line. We unpack the importance of investing in automatic time tracking software and strategies to effectively implement it in your firm, regardless of whether you bill hourly or work on a flat fee basis. We help you see the big picture of how time tracking can streamline operations and boost profitability. We also share personal experiences and demonstrate how critical time tracking is for managing a growing business. By combining a blend of software, calendars, and task lists, we exhibit how you can create a holistic overview of your daily activities. We also introduce you to the concept of task templates and how they can minimize redundancies. Hear a real-life story of a business owner who saw a whopping 20% increase in revenue by simply upgrading their time tracking system. We emphasize the importance of designating a team member to be accountable for tracking time and explain how this can be a game-changer for your firm. Listen up as we share ways to effectively communicate with colleagues and clients for accuracy in tracking and billing. We guarantee this episode will provide valuable insights into making your law firm highly productive and profitable. Show Highlights: The importance of time tracking in law firms. Strategies for effective time tracking, including investing in automatic time tracking software and assigning a dedicated person for this task. Utilizing a multi-pronged approach for time tracking and task management using software, calendars, and task lists. The role of task templates in reducing redundancies and increasing productivity. The significant impact of technology in time tracking. The necessity of clear communication with colleagues and clients for accurate time tracking and billing. The possibility of hiring a remote team member to assist with time tracking as a cost-effective solution. 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: Schedule a Consultation: https://gngf.com/consultation Visit the Website: https://gngf.com/ Visit streamlined.legal:https://streamlined.legal/ Twitter: @NextLevel_Legal Instagram or Facebook: @nextlevel.legal More Information About Our Hosts: Melanie Leonard: streamlined.legal —-------------------------------- For help automating key processes in your law firm and implementing legal tech (especially around Clio & Lawmatics), check out the free videos and resources at https://streamlined.legal/videos to streamline your law firm TODAY. Mark Homer: Get Noticed Get Found —-------------------------------------------------- Every day, the Get Noticed Get Found team (GNGF) helps ambitious law firms push through their growth plateaus. If your marketing budget is $80,000 or more a year and you are interested in learning how the GNGF team can help take your law firm’s marketing to the next level, schedule a conversation with our team at https://gngf.com/consultation  or give us a call at 513-444-2016. If you are just getting started but want some hand-holding and guidance as you spend more time and money in marketing, check out GNGF’s sister company https://lexcelerate.legal, which provides marketing help through group coaching, training videos, and downloadable guides for solo and small law firms. ACTION STEPS: Melanie: Buy the software: this is a problem with a $5/day solution. And if you’re really feeling starved for cash, skip Starbucks, buy the software, and your billing will increase, and your income will increase to a point where you won’t have the same stresses that were causing you to need that coffee in the first place. Designate your Time Tracker - ask them to listen to this episode and put a time on the calendar to sit down with your time tracker after they’ve listened and make sure that you both are on the same page about how they are creating your time entries. If you haven’t done so already: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. And once you have subscribed - please leave us a 5-star rating and review as that will help this podcast get discovered by other law firm owners. -- Until next time, don’t forget…..   Your Law Firm is a business -- take it to the next level. *** 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 I sent you.

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