The Maximum Lawyer Podcast

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Are you running or starting your own law firm? This is your podcast.

  1. How Can Structured Training Transform Paralegal Success? with Chelsie Lamie

    17 SEPT

    How Can Structured Training Transform Paralegal Success? with Chelsie Lamie

    Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE   Are you looking to take the leap in starting a new business venture? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-host Tyson chats with Chelsie Lamie, an experienced attorney with over 15 years in plaintiff personal injury law. Chelsie discusses her transition from insurance defense to creating a comprehensive training program for paralegals, ‘Law School for Paralegals’.  In her training, Chelsie dives into the common issues owners face when it comes to training staff. Most firm owners do not have the time to train paralegals, especially if paralegals don't know their specialities. It is easier for most to hire experts, like Chelsie to come in and take charge of the ‘training’ reins. What makes Chelsie’s program so great is that training can be state specific. This allows for the training of many different paralegals across the country. Running a side business can be a difficult task, especially if you have a busy life. Chelsie provides some tips for those who are thinking about running a side business. Being passionate about your business is so important and you need to be all in to make it work for you. It is important to just get started and get things down on paper so you are always moving towards that ultimate goal. Take a listen to learn more from Chelsie! Chelsie’s Tip: If you are not happy, change your surroundings and attitude because life is short. Tyson's Tip: Do not mount your camera but to use a suction cup! 4:42 Common issues law firm owners face regarding staff training  12:05 Tyson and Chelsie discuss the importance of passion 13:07 Pursuing passion projects while managing existing responsibilities 17:23 Strategies for motivating staff Connect with Chelsie: Website  Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here.

    34 min
  2. From Soldier to Solicitor: The Inspiring Journey of Martin Parsons

    10 SEPT

    From Soldier to Solicitor: The Inspiring Journey of Martin Parsons

    Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer looking for some tips on how to foster better relationships? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim and Tyson chat with Martin Parsons, owner of Legal Advocacy Headquarters in Carterville, Illinois. Martin shares his inspiring journey from a 24-year military career to becoming a lawyer. Martin shares what he has learned about business relationships. Building relationships with people will lead to success. Working hard and making good connections is key to growing a successful business. For Martin, he advises clients to practice due diligence and the importance of documenting conversations and emails to make sure you are safe in case deals go sour.  Having good relationships with business partners is also very important to maintain a successful firm. Martin, who works with his wife provides some insights on how to maintain a good relationship with spouses who are also colleagues. Communication is the foundation of any good working relationship and more so when spouses are involved in the mix. For Martin, this involves being open and honest about the wins and losses with his spouse to ensure it does not affect the business. Take a listen! Jim's Hack: Grab Gary Vaynerchuk’s 250 slide deck about “How to make 64 pieces of content in a day” Especially if you are struggling with making content for your audience. Martin Tip: Read this book called “Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day” by Jake Knapp, John Zeratsky, which goes through the process of how to choose a focus point.  Tyson's Tip: Bring in outside people to train your staff or educate them about a certain topic. 8:22 Valuable lessons learned about relationships in business 18:36 Advice on maintaining a good relationship while working with a spouse  20:23 Importance of clearly defining job duties  21:11 The need to separate work from home life to prevent disruptions Connect with Martin: WebsiteFacebook Linkedin  Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here.

    31 min
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    The Best Practices for Building a Successful Law Firm with Jordan and George

    Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Are you a lawyer looking for tips to improve how you conduct business? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim and Tyson speak to George Campbell and Jordan Teague, co-founders of Campbell Teague law firm in Greenville, South Carolina. They discuss their journey of establishing the firm, driven by a desire to innovate within the legal industry. George and Jordan talk about the importance of figuring out who you are and what kind of lawyer you want to be. It is easy to get overwhelmed and lost in a practice that does not mesh well with your lifestyle. George emphasizes the importance of finding out who you are and then looking for a firm or practice that fits best. If you want a fast paced work environment where you are head down and hammering out cases, then that is what you need to keep in mind when searching for a firm.  Making decisions in a firm is a difficult task and George and Jordan talk about their process to making these tough calls. For them, their decisions are made based on their core values of autonomy, ingenuity, fitness and integrity. It is important as a lawyer to work with clients in a way that is helping them. Credibility is key to maintaining trust with clients and colleagues alike. Listen in to learn more! Jim’s Hack: Use FlightAware.com which provides flight status and can provide insight on your flight details. George’s Hack: Use a password manager to keep track of passwords as well as maintain better privacy. Jordan’s Tip: Make a pros and cons chart to reduce client’s options down to make quick decisions. Tyson’s Tip: Check out the associate bootcamp for lawyers 8:45 The importance of understanding one's personality type in business 11:07 Core values that guide decision-making processes within a firm 20:00 The importance of AI, blockchain, and crypto in the legal field Connect with Jordan and George: WebsiteFacebook LinkedInXTune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here.

    37 min
  4. What to Do When Your Law Firm Hits a Plateau

    27 AGO

    What to Do When Your Law Firm Hits a Plateau

    Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, hosts Jim Hacking and Tyson Mutrux explore the milestones and challenges of achieving stability and success as a law firm owner. They share personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of financial stability, client acquisition, and effective management systems.  This episode highlights the emotional rollercoaster of running a firm, the significance of cash flow management, and the impact of personal financial decisions on business growth. Jim and Tyson also stress the need for clear benchmarks to measure success and the value of setting meaningful, personalized goals. Their insights offer valuable guidance for law firm owners striving for sustainable success. Jim’s Hack: Re-read books. Like:  Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman Limitless Expanded Edition: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life by Jim Kwik Tyson’s Tip: Rethink the things that you are saying 04:15 Recognizing financial stability  06:47 The necessity of focusing on acquiring clients for law firm success. 09:19 The importance of managing cash flow 12:59 Different growth stages of a business  16:25 Essential benchmarks for managing a law firm effectively 18:35 The challenges of taking time off as a law firm owner 20:29 The pressure to respond to clients promptly, affecting his mental health 21:39 The importance of aligning goals with personal aspirations for success 22:10 Understanding what one truly wants in their practice Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here.  Resources: Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

    30 min
  5. Building a Culture of Success by Embracing Mistakes with David Neagle

    20 AGO

    Building a Culture of Success by Embracing Mistakes with David Neagle

    Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE Grab David's Freebie: The 2-Step Mindset Hack to Reprogram Your Life for Success Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about improving the culture of your firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, co-hosts Jim and Tyson welcome back David Neagle, a bestselling author and founder of a global consulting company. The discussion centers on fostering a culture of success within law firms. For David, fostering a culture of success within law firms involves a mixture of different things. One of these things is for those in the legal field to understand that there are no mistakes, only lessons. Focusing on mistakes can make employees feel guilt and shame for doing something wrong. But, if a mistake is turned into a lesson, people are more likely to be open and trustworthy with what they do. Thus truly leads to a healthy and successful business. The internal voice of a business owner can affect the culture of a firm. These voices can be fear or the ideas from friends and family. It is important to separate those voices to understand what you want for yourself and your business. Other people’s ideas can control how you think and view your success and can drive a wedge between you and success. David suggests to determine what it is that you want and make a decision to follow the voice that will get you there. Take a listen to learn more from David Neagle! Jim's Hack: Listen to the speech called “The Day You Turn Your Life Around” by Jim Rohn to help get your mindset right. David Tip: Read Netflix CEO Reed Hastings’ book, which delves into how to step into your genius. Tyson's Tip: Spot check core values with your team. 5:07 The importance of embracing mistakes to foster a successful law firm culture 5:34 The need for law firm leaders to view mistakes as opportunities for learning 9:41 The process of shifting firm culture  15:47 How individuals' internal voices affect their mindset and firm culture Connect with David: WebsitePodcast InstagramFacebook Linkedin Youtube Tune in to today’s episode and checkout the full show notes here.

    32 min

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