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Lara talks with Simon Hill, CEO and Co-Founder of Xperate, about the evolving landscape of legal tech and how we’ll see law firms adapt over the coming decade. 

Simon covers how new tech can be a supportive tool for law firms, the challenges and myths of overseas outsourcing and expansion, and he also breaks down why prioritising your data solutions before you invest in AI is an absolute must. 

Connect with Simon on LinkedIn, or check out Xperate’s site for all your legal tech needs. 

Simon’s Recommendations

People in Legal Podcast (PIL) - Apple - Spotify - Website

Steve Jobs Biography by Walter Isaacson

Richard Branson's Autobiography 

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Lara discusses the untapped potential of storytelling and human connection in the business world with Laura Hearn, founder of Flip it Global and Content and Brand Manager for us here at Consortium.

Laura explores why storytelling plays such a vital role in branding, how emotion drives purchasing decisions, and shares creative ways to use AI effectively - without losing the human touch in your work.

Connect with Laura on LinkedIn, or check out her website to see how she’s helping businesses through storytelling. 

Laura’s Recommendations

The Next Big Idea Podcast - Apple - Spotify - Other Platforms

Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell 

You can sign up for Laura and Hannah’s Brand Storytelling and Content webinar on November 26th here! 

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Lara and Camille Pierson, Founder of The Float Spa, take a well-earned 'break' as they sit down to discuss general well-being and the unexpected twists and turns life can throw at you. 

Camille explains why flotation therapy means so much to her and the motivation behind setting up the float spa, the hard challenges she’s faced along the way to make it all happen, and why you should always have a good exit strategy in case of emergencies.   

Why not take a break yourself and visit Camille at The Float Spa in Hove to talk all things wellbeing, or stay up to date by connecting with her on LinkedIn.

Camille’s Recommendations

The Secret Language of Your Body by Inna Segal

ROAR by Stacy Sims

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Lara talks with Consortium’s Associate Director Lou Gilbert about the upcoming legal directory season and why you might want to consider submitting.

Lou covers the main reasons to apply for the legal directory, the things to consider when filling out your application, as well as the other areas of your business that might benefit from completing the directory process. 

You can connect with Lou over on LinkedIn and while you’re there why not check out Consortium’s page to stay up to date with all the legal directory services that we offer? 

Lou’s Recommendations

Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson 

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Lara and Alistair Stewart, Partner at Loney Stewart Holland LLP, get into the weeds on starting your own law firm and the best practices for sustained business development.

Alistair discusses the leap he took to build a law firm of his own, the advice he has for others looking to achieve the same, the things you can learn from failure, as well as the often-overlooked human element of business development. 

Stay up to date with the work Alistair does with Loney Stewart Holland LLP through their website or by connecting with him on LinkedIn.

Alistair’s Recommendations

The Rest is History - Apple Podcasts - Spotify

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Lara kickstarts season 2 with Col Secomb, Co-Founder of Yao Tech, as they compare all the similarities and differences in tech between the UK and Australia. 

The pair discuss the importance of always looking forward when it comes to tech, the best ways future future-proof yourself, why so many businesses are still at arm's reach of their own data, and the biggest challenges facing law firms at the end of 2025. 

Stay up to date with Col by connecting with him over on LinkedIn, or check out his business Yao Tech to see how they could help you with your next practice management system. 

Col’s Recommendations

The Blue Ocean Strategy

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Lara talks with Gavin Walsh, CEO and Founder of Body Fixers, about how to balance a busy career with a healthy lifestyle. 

Gavin talks about the importance of sleep in your routine, the difficulties of balancing a busy schedule with fitness as you progress in your career, and the return on investment to yourself that you will see the earlier you put small habits into action.

If you’re looking to improve your overall fitness in-between a busy schedule, be sure to check out Body Fixers to start your journey today, or connect with Gavin over on LinkedIn.

Gavin’s Recommendations

Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity by Dr Peter Attia

The Dr Hyman Show - Apple Podcasts - Spotify

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Adele Bebbington-Plant, Director at Cullimore Dutton, talks with Lara about the power of delegation and fostering connections within the workplace.  

She also sheds light on what makes Cullimore Dutton stand out from the traditional law firm model, offering a fresh perspective on their innovative approach. Adele discusses how recent shifts in government and legislation could shape the legal landscape in the coming year - and why nurturing your team’s ambitions can lead to extraordinary success, both individually and collectively.

Be sure to check out Cullimore Dutton’s wide range of legal services, or connect with Adele directly via LinkedIn. 

Adele’s Recommendation

Delegate Now To Supercharge Your Profits by Dan Warburton

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Lara sits down with Tom Blandford, CFO at SurSum Advisory, to discuss all things financial as we begin a new tax year.

Tom breaks down the differences between transactional and strategic finance and why they should always factor into your financial planning, the math behind calculating your firm’s next price increase, and Tom provides some key pointers to keep in mind over the coming financial year. 

If you found this episode helpful but still think your business could benefit from some financial advice, get in touch with Tom at SurSum, or connect with him directly via LinkedIn. 

Tom’s Recommendations

Traction by Gino Wickman

Books and Podcasts by Tim Harford

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Stephen Brown, Managing Director at Lights-On Consulting, talks with Lara about the importance of maintaining good IT practices within your law firm.  

Stephen explains the process and benefits of overhauling your IT system to work for you and your firm, the things you and your IT department should never overlook, how good data management can improve your company as a whole, and the vital importance of a good cybersecurity system.   

If you’d like to assess your firm’s IT situation, you can get in touch with Stephen and the team over at Lights-On, or connect with him directly via LinkedIn. 

Stephen’s Recommendations

Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss

Wolf in CIO’s Clothing by Tina Nunno

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