The Law Firm Owner Podcast

Melissa Shanahan
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The Law Firm Owner Podcast

The Law Firm Owner Podcast, powered by Velocity Work, is the go-to resource for law firm owners looking to take their business to the next level. Host and founder Melissa Shanahan shares insights and practical advice on how to organize your numbers, grow your team, increase your revenue, and achieve a better work-life balance. Through quarterly strategic planning, accountability, and coaching, Melissa shows listeners how to create sustainable success for both their firms and their personal lives. Tune in each week to join the community of law firm owners who are committed to taking their businesses from where they are now to where they want to be.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    #297: Escape the Burnout Treadmill: Focus on Resource Allocation, Not Just Growth

    Do you feel like you're constantly working harder but not seeing the growth you want in your law firm? You're hiring more people, taking on more cases, and putting in long hours, yet your revenue and profit aren't keeping up. It's a frustrating cycle that can lead to burnout and leave you feeling stuck on a treadmill.     In this episode, Melissa explains how shifting your mindset from working harder to allocating smarter can help you scale your firm without burning out. You'll learn how to focus on what truly moves the needle for your business and avoid spreading yourself and your team too thin. Get ready to get off the treadmill and start seeing real, sustainable growth.     Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/297

    24 min

  2. FEB 11

    #296: Easy Mode vs. Hard Mode: Positioning Yourself to Win

    Do you ever feel like you're constantly playing life on "hard mode"? Like no matter how much effort you put in, you can't seem to get ahead or achieve the results you want? What if there was a way to flip the script and start playing on "easy mode" instead?     By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear understanding of what it means to position yourself well, and practical strategies you can implement right away to start experiencing more flow, productivity, and fulfillment in your life and law firm. Get ready to level up from "hard mode" to "easy mode."   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/296

    25 min

  3. FEB 4

    #295: Regain Control of Your Firm: Data-Driven Decision Making

    Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a rut with your law firm, desperately wanting to get your hands around your business but not knowing where to start? You're not alone. Many law firm owners struggle with understanding their data, identifying key focus areas, and making the necessary changes to achieve their goals.   In this episode, Melissa dives deep into the common challenges faced by law firm owners who feel trapped in a glorified job rather than running a thriving business. She shares insights on how to break free from the cycle of stress and overwhelm by prioritizing data-driven decision making and strategic planning. If you're ready to take the reins and create the law firm of your dreams, this episode is a must-listen!   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/295

    21 min

  4. JAN 28

    #294: Before You Expand: Mastering Your Core Services First

    Are you considering expanding your law firm by adding a new practice area? It's a common dilemma faced by many law firm owners looking to grow their business and boost revenue. But is it the right move for your firm at this time?     Don't let the allure of a new revenue stream cloud your judgment. Tune in to discover how to approach expansion strategically and set your law firm up for sustainable success.     Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/294

    33 min

  5. JAN 21

    #293: Reframe Your Goals: Embrace the Stretch, Not Just the Destination

    Do you ever feel like you're frantically chasing your goals, only to be left deflated when you don't hit them by the deadline? What if the key to sustainable growth lies not in the destination, but in the stretch?   In this episode, Melissa dives deeper into the topic of goal-setting and shares some powerful insights that can transform the way you approach your targets. She explains why focusing on the work, rather than the outcome, is the secret to creating true velocity in your firm. Get ready to learn how to set ambitious targets while maintaining peace and perspective along the way.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/293

    22 min

  6. JAN 14

    #292: Goal Setting Approach for Estate Planning Firms with Maintenance Programs

    Do you have a clear plan for your law firm's growth in 2025? Are you setting the right revenue goals and projections based on your firm's unique circumstances?   In this episode, Melissa shares how to approach goal setting and revenue projections in a way that makes sense for your firm. Specifically, she dives into strategies for estate planning firms with maintenance programs to set accurate revenue goals and projections. By breaking down your revenue streams and understanding the nuances of recurring revenue, you can create a roadmap for growth that is both ambitious and attainable. This episode tells you how.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/292

    32 min

  7. JAN 7

    #291: How to Increase the Value of Your Law Firm: Your Biggest Asset with Darren Wurz

    How do you determine what the value of your business is, and how can you think differently to increase the value of your law firm? This topic will strike a chord with lawyers everywhere, but not enough lawyers understand the value of answering these questions, especially when it comes to retiring from or exiting your law firm.   To help you start thinking abut your practice as an asset, Melissa is joined this week by Darren Wurz. Darren is the founder and CEO of The Lawyer Millionaire Founders Network, a next-generation membership model of financial planning designed exclusively for law firm owners. Tune in this week to learn practical strategies to improve your structural, human, customer, and social capital, setting your firm up for long-term success and a profitable exit.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/291

    44 min

  8. 12/31/2024

    #290: Small Wins and Progress: Reflecting on The Past Year

    Sometimes, looking back over the past 12 months leads to self-criticism and a sense of disappointment, not allowing you to see the small wins that have made this year a success. If you look back over 2024 and can’t shake that voice of self-criticism, this episode is for you.   It’s easy to lose sight of how far you’ve come, especially when there are still items you didn’t cross off your list this year. But even if this year hasn’t been as deliberate or as fruitful as you’d hoped, there’s a lot to be proud of yourself for, and Melissa is showing you why on today’s show.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/290

    10 min
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The Law Firm Owner Podcast, powered by Velocity Work, is the go-to resource for law firm owners looking to take their business to the next level. Host and founder Melissa Shanahan shares insights and practical advice on how to organize your numbers, grow your team, increase your revenue, and achieve a better work-life balance. Through quarterly strategic planning, accountability, and coaching, Melissa shows listeners how to create sustainable success for both their firms and their personal lives. Tune in each week to join the community of law firm owners who are committed to taking their businesses from where they are now to where they want to be.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Shanahan
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    301
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    Clean
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    © 2025 Velocity Work
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