THE PRACTICE PODCAST

Ebony Smith is an experienced leadership development specialist and founder of Ebenum Equation, dedicated to cultivating forward-thinking leaders. In this episode, Ebony speaks with Jeff and Brett about the importance of leadership development and coaching in life and business.  Ebony explains how coaching can help individuals in all states of life find joy and purpose and how she helps her clients keep the people they have and keep them satisfied.  They also discuss the need for building the culture, helping talent, and the recognition of generational differences in the workplace. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe, share, and leave a review. Subscribing to the show and leaving a review will actually help others find the show. And It will help us grow, devote more time, and produce better content for you.

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On this episode, meet Evan Schwartz, CEO and Founder of Schwartz, Conroy & Hack, PC, a New York City-based law firm specializing in insurance recovery claims and complex litigation. Evan discusses with Brett and Jeff his history of environmental insurance cases, how he started his own practice more than 25 years ago, what insurance defense really means, and why it can be a good training ground for young litigators.  They also discuss the importance of collaboration in complex litigation and in law firm partnerships.   Join us for this episode and learn about the insurance world and how it affects us all!

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On this episode, meet Salene Mazur Kramer, the founding principal of MAZUR KRAEMER, a business law and consulting firm with offices in New York, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Salene discusses with Brett and Jeff her unconventional path to starting her own firm. They also talk about the importance of healthy habits outside the office, the challenges of raising children while growing a firm, and how hobbies can also be business development tools. This episode teaches us that the path to success may not follow any traditional routes. Salene’s path certainly did not. In addition to practicing law, Salene owns and operates Salene Mazur Kraemer Portrait, specializing in contemporary portraiture, senior photos, and business branding.

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On this episode, we talk with Jim Fried, a commercial real estate expert, mortgage broker, radio host, podcaster, and mentor to many. Jim talks with Jeff and Brett about the real estate business, his life on the radio, and his path to podcasting.   They also discuss the many mentors he has had, how he has adopted the role as a mentor, the lessons he has learned from mentors and mentees, and the best practices for mentoring and being mentored.   Jim is high energy, and this episode is chock full of nuggets for listeners looking to learn and grow.   Check it out!

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Meet Luis Scott, attorney, speaker, lawyer, and entrepreneur. Jeff and Brett discuss with Luis his amazing path from working as a legal assistant to eventually becoming a name partner in a law firm. They also discuss Luis’ entrepreneurial journey and how his company, 8 Figure Firm Consulting, helps lawyers grow their revenue quickly and predictably. They touch on Luis’s podcast, The Guts and Glory Show, his 9 Principals system, and how a busy entrepreneur juggles the demands of life and work.   This episode is great for lawyers, business owners, and anyone interested in growth!

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On this episode, meet Josh Shilts, a financial expert whose practice focuses on assisting attorneys and businesses with complex financial matters, valuations, and disputes. He discusses with Brett and Jeff his path through corporate America to the start of his own company, the importance of trust in business, and the keys to finding your own path to success. They also discuss the challenges facing professional service businesses with aging populations and the difficulties of valuing human capital.   Join us for this fascinating look into the world of forensic and financial analysis.

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Special guest Stephen Donell has served as a court-appointed receiver in hundreds of cases, many in government enforcement actions.  Stephen discusses with Brett and Jeff his role as a receiver, how he adds value in some dire situations, and what he sees on the horizon for some challenging real estate markets.   He also discusses some tense situations Steve has faced when seizing control of businesses and why no one should be looking to shoot the messenger!    Don’t miss this fascinating look into the world of receiverships. 

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Special guest Merle Liivand, also known as Mermaid Merle, is an entrepreneur, athlete, environmentalist, and world record holder.  Together with Brett and Jeff, they discuss Merle’s path to the water, how she managed to fold her passions into her career, and how she manages a rigorous athletic routine while running multiple businesses.   They also discuss the business lessons learned from athletics and why a long swim or run can be the best time to solve the toughest problems.  If you are an aspiring entrepreneur or athlete, or both, you will not want to miss this episode.

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Angela Fiorentino is General Counsel for several factoring companies owned by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company.
During her conversation with Brett and Jeff, she discusses how she has literally created the positions she has held at different times in her career. She discusses the challenges of transition from law firm practice to in-house, how she climbed the ranks to General Counsel, and she shares some insider tips for lawyers to best maintain client relationships. If you are considering a move to in-house or if you are a lawyer who interacts with in-house attorneys as clients, you do not want to miss this episode.

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In this episode, Brett and Jeff sat down with Grant Gussin to discuss his career trajectory, how he ended up in the restaurant business, and his keys to success.

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