As attorneys, we often forget that our engagement letters occupy a unique space - they're not just contracts, but also the final step in our marketing cycle. So why do so many of these crucial documents end up feeling dense, overwhelming, and even off-putting to clients?

Tune in this week to learn how to create engagement letters that not only protect your firm but also set the stage for a positive, productive attorney-client relationship. I share some simple, actionable ways to make your engagement letter a seamless, welcoming transition into the legal services you provide.

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Do you find yourself juggling too many tasks at once, struggling to make meaningful progress on any of them?

In this episode, I dive deep into one of the core practices of the Kanban method: limiting work in progress, or WIP. We'll explore how taking on too many concurrent tasks can wreak havoc on your brain, your client experience, and your ability to keep your commitments. I also provide you with several practical tools and strategies for setting WIP limits in your personal work and your practice as a whole. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear roadmap for regaining control of your workload and consistently delivering your best work.

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Do you dread assigning client homework, knowing it will likely stall your case for weeks or even months? Chasing down questionnaires and documents from clients can feel like a never-ending battle, leaving you frustrated and resentful.

After years of working with law firms to improve their workflows, I've discovered that the client homework bottleneck isn't actually about the clients - it's about how we structure and support the assignments. In this episode, I'm sharing my proven six-part framework for optimizing client homework. Tune in because these techniques will help you get unstuck and achieve a more predictable, efficient flow of work, creating a better experience for both your firm and your clients.

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Today, I'm excited to welcome Tim Lennon back to the podcast to explore the Taoist concept of Wei Wu Wei, or "action without action." Tim and I dive into why understanding and navigating obstacles is more important than trying to bust through them, why feedback loops are essential to making progress (and how to make those feedback loops more effective), and why preparation and intentionality are the keys to true agility. If you're looking for ways to work smarter, not harder, in your law practice, this episode is for you.

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Do you ever feel like there aren't enough hours in the day to get everything done? You're not alone. As legal professionals, we often struggle to fit all our commitments into our finite capacity. Here's the thing: having a completely empty calendar isn't the productivity blessing you might think it is. Today, I share two powerful techniques - calendar blocking and calendar bucketing - that will transform how you think about and use your time. Get ready to take control of your calendar and supercharge your productivity!

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What if I told you that a simple 15-minute daily standup meeting could dramatically improve your team's performance and help everyone work more effectively and predictably within their actual capacity?

In this episode, I share how implementing a daily standup can be a game-changer for your law practice. You'll learn the key elements of an effective daily standup, including the three essential questions to ask, how to keep the meeting focused and concise, and how to use the standup to surface dependencies and roadblocks. I also detail some pitfalls to avoid and techniques to make your standup meetings productive from day one.

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You’ve probably already set your goals for 2025 in your law practice, but do you have a system for following through on your plans and goals week after week? Implementing a simple weekly planning and review habit could be the key to helping you and your team manage capacity and prioritize the right work, transforming your firm's productivity and predictability.

Tune in to learn a step-by-step process for conducting effective weekly planning and review meetings with your team. I share tips for structuring the meetings, involving your whole team, and using the insights gained to continuously improve your practice. Implementing this habit consistently can help you break free from the cycle of overcommitment and overwhelm too many law firms fall into.

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How do you address the unpredictability of legal fees in your practice? In this episode, I talk with practicing attorney Elise Buie, founder of Elise Buie Family Law, about her journey implementing flat fee pricing in her practice. This was originally an interview conducted by Emery Wager for Confido Legal’s podcast Financially Legal, and Emery has his own insight to share in this area too.

Join us this week to dive into the nuts and bolts of designing and implementing flat fee services in a legal practice. Whether you're just starting to explore alternative pricing models or looking to refine your existing approach, you'll come away with valuable insights and practical strategies you can apply in your own firm.

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Something I find fascinating is the extent to which the behaviors and practices of the legal profession have evolved over the years, and the extent to which they haven't. In this unique episode, I take a look at some intriguing insights from the legal files of my great-grandfather, Lloyd Wright Sr., a pioneering entertainment lawyer who represented some of the biggest names of the era.

Join me as I explore the captivating case of Jane Wyman's divorce from Ronald Reagan in 1948, which offers a glimpse into the world of celebrity marriages, for-cause divorces, and the evolution of legal practices, as well as an interesting look into the history of flat-fee billing.

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As a lawyer, it's easy to fall into the trap of equating more hours with more revenue. But as Jonathan Stark points out, this mindset often leads to a vicious cycle of overwork and burnout, without necessarily translating into increased profitability or client satisfaction. The key to breaking free from this cycle lies in streamlining your processes and focusing on delivering value, rather than simply billing time.

In this episode, I share an episode I recorded with Jonathan Stark on his podcast Ditching Hourly exploring how improving your delivery workflows can make the switch to value pricing a no-brainer. From implementing systems and checklists to leveraging technology and outsourcing, we explore the many ways you can optimize your workflows to deliver better results in less time.

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