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This is a MUST LISTEN podcast. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and now Generative AI has hit the world like a meteor and the consequences are and will continue to be profound. You may be more familiar with the term ChatGPT because it is spreading like a contagion. Today we are going to talk about how you can either take advantage of Generative AI, or be left behind. And you don't want to be left behind because when used properly, Generative AI can save you and your solo/small firm immeasurable amounts of time and money while making you more profitable. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

In part four we are going to look at trends in law firm ‘employees’ and we use the term very broadly. Why broadly? Because we need to look at the role of non-lawyers, AI (Artificial Intelligence) as an ‘employee’, Technology as an ‘employee’. Yes, we have to expand the term ‘employee’ because the world is changing rapidly. So, join us. It will be informative as always. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

We are coming to the end of the 2nd Wave of Legal Tech. Yes, I know. You've only just started embracing the first wave of legal tech! But it is happening fast and you need to catch up. We will be discussing what is and will be happening in front office technology, consolidation of software, 'behavior' automation and so much. Join us! Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

In Part 2 of our series, Days of Future Passed - Law Practice in 2025, we will discuss two critical topics; what will it mean to actually be a lawyer in 2025 and how will we price our services and collect on those fees. What are the clients' expectations of who we are and how they should value our services? It's a truly provocative and informative conversation. Join us! Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

Enjoy our New Series - Days of Future Passed - What Will Law Firms Look Like in 2025, Part 1 In this first installment we will discuss the law firm business structure in all its incarnations, how this impacts your employees, vendors and much more. Will we see the Amazon model of law firms? It is more in-depth and surprising than you might imagine including sales people, referral fees. Will we see the demise of the solo practitioner? This is info you will need which ever direction you may go. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

Lawyers fundamentally know the importance of networking. Newer lawyers growing in their practices these past few years know it in theory but haven't experienced the value of in-person events for making connections. In this pandemic/post-pandemic world are we losing something of value we don't realize in exchange for rationalizing the convenience (and some would argue safety) of connecting on line? This is an important discussion for lawyers, conference organizers, educators and more. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

This is a very 'sexy' topic, or we at least think so. How do you get great Search Engine Optimization (SEO) without paying for it. Let's face it, if you are just starting out you just can't afford it. It's cost prohibitive for your desired search terms or queries. We talk about some great workarounds to help you get there. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

Should professionalism be defined by others...or by you? Jared and I dig into this important question and we come at it from our typical unplugged perspective. We believe you'll find it both enlightening and liberating. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

We all think we are so busy all the time. We have no time for anything. We are exhausted.We abandon self-care, projects that need attending, And as busy as we are, we accomplish less and less. How does this impact your solo practice, your growth both personal and professional, your income? Is it classic avoidance? Lack of structure? Listen and learn how to avoid busy-ness and tackle the important tasks and feel accomplished in your solo practice..and your life. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

Today's employee is not your father's employee. The hiring market is hot but do you know what employees want today? I'm guessing no. It's a whole new world out there and you had best understand the post-Covid hiring requirements for today's employees. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

What is your ultimate goal? To retain more of your earnings, right? Today Jared and I talk about six different strategies, not complex, which need to be consistently applied. Learn about these simple options you can execute on to make your financial goals a reality. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

This is such a forward-thinking podcast. We're talking professional law firm management, bringing in non-lawyers to do those business-growth tasks to take you to the next level in the 21st century. As always, we wander into the stratosphere and you will enjoy the ride. I promise. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

Is creating a virtual workforce the future of law practice? Why is creating a virtual workforce not getting the attention it deserves in the legal community? Is it the lawyer's personality? The incessant need to micromanage employees? Is it not knowing how to manage a virtual workforce? But what do you do in a crisis, a hurricane, a wildfire, a pandemic? Does your practice just come to a halt? We discuss at length and in depth the pros and cons and then how to overcome the cons. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

If a global pandemic isn't enough to get you to reimagine your law firm, including your billing model, what are you waiting for? An asteroid strike? Clearly, now is the time to rethink your billing model and start creating a sustainable client-friendly billing model which will give you both profitability and client satisfaction. The models are out there and being reimagined on the daily. The time to revisit and change your model is now. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

Jared and I discuss one of our favorite topics - the Initial Consultation. While the goal is to get a new client, what you are trying to accomplish is multi-layered and it changes over the course of your legal career. This is a podcast to bookmark and keep referring to over and over, again. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

What happens in a world of unexpected business interruptions, prolonged business interruptions, life-altering business interruptions and life interruptions. This podcast was recorded earlier during the pandemic but our conversation is timeless because it discusses how to make your practice hyper-efficient all the time. Even those who have worked from home previously, this has changed, too, in a major way. Jared and I discuss the changes and how to make your practice hyper-efficient. And then ask yourself, will you keep these new changes going forward regardless. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

Every one you meet will have a differing opinion on how to market your law firm. It can be exhausting and confusing. But more importantly, it can make or break your solo/small firm practice. Truly. How do you differentiate yourself? And will you? Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

We've all heard about Alternative Business Structures (ABS) and how they have been kept at bay, for the most part, from changing the legal profession. Well, guess what? We predict the fortress walls will be crumbling and we even hint at who the players will be who will be allowed entry. And maybe sooner than we think. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

How has the pandemic and the fallout from the pandemic changed your feelings about your solo/small firm practice? How has it changed how you will practice going forward? This is a very important discussion because, guess what? Your clients were changed, too. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel

How do you create a turn-key law practice from the day you start practicing law? In this day and age of disruptions to society, from pandemics to snow storms to wildfires, how do you create a seamless practice which can handle these disruptions, change of personnel and more, and then be saleable by just 'handing over the key' to the practice? This is the million dollar question and the future of law practice for solo/small firms. Listen and learn. Written by Susan Cartier Liebel