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In this episode of Zero to 5000, host Drew McClure sits down with Derek Martin, co-founder of Driver Defense Team, a Chicago-based criminal defense law firm specializing in DUIs, traffic tickets, and other criminal cases. Since taking over a failing firm eight years ago, Derek has grown it into a thriving business with 25 employees and national recognition, landing on the Inc 5000 list for two consecutive years.
Derek shares the highs and lows of his journey, from taking over a defunct firm to implementing transformative strategies like radical transparency, weekly scorecard meetings, and EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System). He reveals how focusing on a niche and delivering exceptional client service has not only helped the firm stand out but also turned challenges into opportunities.
This inspiring conversation dives into leadership, scaling a service-based business, and the power of delivering more than just a service—delivering an experience.
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In this episode of Zero to 5000, host Drew McClure sits down with Derek Martin, co-founder of Driver Defense Team, a Chicago-based criminal defense law firm specializing in DUIs, traffic tickets, and other criminal cases. Since taking over a failing firm eight years ago, Derek has grown it into a thriving business with 25 employees and national recognition, landing on the Inc 5000 list for two consecutive years.
Derek shares the highs and lows of his journey, from taking over a defunct firm to implementing transformative strategies like radical transparency, weekly scorecard meetings, and EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System). He reveals how focusing on a niche and delivering exceptional client service has not only helped the firm stand out but also turned challenges into opportunities.
This inspiring conversation dives into leadership, scaling a service-based business, and the power of delivering more than just a service—delivering an experience.