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From Chaos to Clarity: Building a Process-Driven Law Firm with Michael Mills Sep 01, 2023

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Welcome to episode 191 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down with Michael Mills, the Managing Director of Business Design Corp to discuss how to go from chaos to clarity and building a process-driven law firm.

Michael Mills is an entrepreneur and visionary who has revolutionized the way businesses approach process implementation. With an impressive track record in the business world, Michael has made a significant impact through his entrepreneurial endeavors and expertise in process implementation.

Michael has owned several successful businesses, including multiple software companies and a consulting firm. His extensive experience in these ventures has provided him with valuable insights into the intricacies of building and scaling companies.

Recognized as one of the pioneering Certified E-Myth Coaches in the United States, Michael worked alongside a team of talented CECs to assist numerous business owners, both large and small, in transforming their companies into process-dependent organizations.

Drawing upon his extensive knowledge gained from years of E-Myth experience, Michael spearheaded the development of The TouchStone Business System in 1994a groundbreaking web-based application specifically designed for process organization and implementation.

This innovative system has been installed in thousands of businesses worldwide, empowering them to streamline their operations and achieve greater efficiency.

As the Managing Director of Business Design Corporation and TouchStone Business Systems, Michael continues to make a profound impact in the field of process implementation. With over 25 years of industry experience, his expertise is unparalleled in this niche. Michael and Business Design Corporation stand out as the foremost authority in leveraging processes to optimize business outcomes.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

Importance of having well-defined processes
Why you should get started with building out processes
Learn how to write easy-to-follow processes
How to transition from People to Process dependency

Resources:

eBook: https://bit.ly/BDCFiveStepPlan

https://www.businessdesigncorp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/BusinessDesignCorp

https://www.youtube.com/@BusinessDesignCorporation

https://twitter.com/TouchStoneBDC

Additional Resources:

https://www.consultwebs.com

How Consumers Choose a PI Lawyer with Ken Hardison Aug 25, 2023

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Welcome to episode 190 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken is interviewed by Tanner Jones, Host of the LAWsome Podcast by Consultwebs. Ken and Tanner discuss PILMMA's recent study on How Consumers Choose a PI Lawyer.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

Insights on law firm consumer behavior studies
Conducting a study on personal injury consumer behavior
Characteristics clients seek in law firms
Trends in Personal Injury Marketing
Top Tips to resonate with PI Clients

Resources:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzh8MepnLdk&list=PLE4Q2ufz2OSEuIJQvysVbUwdEWk9tGoza&index=5

Consumer Report:

https://online.flippingbook.com/view/778438206/

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Unlocking Law Firm Success: The Power of Mastermind Groups with Ken Hardison Aug 18, 2023

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Welcome to episode 189 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down for another solo cast to discuss one of his favorite topics – Mastermind Groups and how they can help your Law Firm succeed.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

Learn how a Mastermind Group is valuable to your firm
Know the benefits to being in a Mastermind Group
The importance of tracking numbers and setting benchmarks
What it means to be an authentic Mastermind Group
Understanding the "Mastermind Effect"

Resources:

https://rouxadvertising.com/

The Roadmap to Law Firm Growth: Mastering the Art of Strategy with Eric Morgan Aug 11, 2023

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Welcome to episode 188 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down with Roux Advertising's President, Eric Morgan to discuss the importance of building a winning marketing strategy.

As the President/CEO of Roux Advertising, Eric takes a strategy first approach to building marketing campaigns that grow call and case volume for his law firm clients around the U.S. In this method, his 29 years of strategy mapping, account management, media buying and creative production, across legal marketing and other categories, brings clarity, accountability, and a healthy return to marketing campaigns. He applies his award-winning data-driven campaign building to client initiatives across offline, online, non-traditional, and community outreach advertising efforts. His insights and approach have helped deliver successful marketing strategies and media campaigns for brands across the U.S., including Morris Bart, LLC, Frank D. Azar & Associates, The Law Office of Craig Goldenfarb, Wayne Wright Injury Lawyers, Shelly Leeke, Harrahs Casino, Louisiana Office of Tourism, Hotel Monteleone, and Visit Baton Rouge.

Eric earned an M.B.A. at Tulane University and a B.A. from Loyola University in Advertising Communications with a minor in Marketing. With over 28 years of strategy, advertising and media buying experience, Eric regularly speaks on the topics at conferences. In 2009, he was named Top Executive of the Year by the Advertising Club of New Orleans. He has taught Advertising Media Planning in Loyola Universitys Communications Department and is a fellow of Loyolas Institute for Environmental Communications and the Institute of Politics. Eric sits on the Board of Directors of the Go.Be., supporting entrepreneurial minority small business owners, and is a past board member of Louisiana Chapter of the Entrepreneurs Organization and the Tulane Association of Business Alumni.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

Learn how to make your law firm stand out
Understanding your brand and your unique value proposition
What it means to create a Brand Strategy
Learn what "Strategy" is not
Why building long-term relationships is crucial for your law firm

Resources:

https://www.facebook.com/RouxAdvertising/

https://twitter.com/RouxAdvertising

https://www.linkedin.com/company/rouxadvertising/

Additional Resources:

https://lawfirmbuilder.com/

Mastering Referral Systems: Building Trust, Relationships + Success for Your Law Firm with Ken Hardison Aug 04, 2023

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Welcome to episode 187 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down to do a solo cast to discuss the importance of mastering Referral Systems in your Law Firm.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

Learn why you should implement referral systems
What types of referrals you could be utilizing in your firm
How great client service can create lasting relationships
The importance of creating a Client Advisory Board
How to keep top-of-mind awareness with your past clients

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Grow Your Business to Grow Your Law Firm with Keith Dyer Jul 28, 2023

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Welcome to episode 186 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down with Keith Dyer from LawFirmBuilder to discuss how growing your business will help you grow your law firm.

Born and raised in North Carolina. Keith owned an Ad agency for 23 years with clients like ECU, the Wyndham Championship and Lorillard Tobacco. Keith started his own Fractional CMO, LawFirmBuilder and has been doing that for the last 10 years.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

Learn what it means to be a Fractional CMO
How LawFirmBuilder can help your law firm
Why top-of-mind awareness marketing is important
Benefits of hiring a Fractional CMO
Learn the difference between a CMO and Marketing Director

Resources:

https://www.facebook.com/lawfirmbuilder

https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithdyercmo/

Additional Resources:

https://www.hillandponton.com/

Co-Piloting with AI to Grow Your Law Firm with Matt Hill + Chad Hill Jul 21, 2023

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Welcome to episode 185 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down with Matt Hill and Chad Hill to discuss how you can co-pilot your law firm with AI to grow your law firm.

Matt Hill focuses his practice on representing the disabled veterans. He represents veterans and their dependents across the nation. In addition to representing the disabled, Mr. Hill is a recognized authority on VA law. He has authored several books on VA service connected benefits. Matt gives presentations across the nation on VA disability compensation. He is the treasurer for the board of directors of the National Organization of Veterans Advocates (NOVA).

Chad Hill is the CEO of LawOps.ai. He has spent his career at the intersection of marketing and technology. He grew up working at his parent's PI and SS law firm.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

How Matt and Chad got started with AI
Learn what Lawops.ai can do for your law firm
Why you should utilize AI tools to increase your staff's productivity
The risks to using AI tools in the courtroom
How AI and offshore are going to reduce staffing overhead

Resources:

https://www.lawops.ai/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-hill-317b8a58/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawops/

Additional Resources:

https://www.facebook.com/MirenaandCo/

How to Diversify + Grow Your Inventory with Mirena Umizaj Jul 14, 2023

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Welcome to episode 184 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down with Mirena Umizaj from Mirena & Company, to discuss how you can diversify your law firm by growing your firm's inventory.

In the past decade, Mirena successfully deployed a billion dollars to law firms nationwide. She has worked on the largest class-action suits and mass tort settlements in the United States, including the BP Oil spill, IVC Filter, Mesothelioma, Transvaginal Mesh, RoundUp, Hernia Mesh, Boy Scouts, Opioids, Human Trafficking, Route 91-Las Vegas Shooting, Military Earplugs, Talcum Powder, and JUUL litigations.

Mirena is also a Settlement Planning specialist who goes beyond the standard legal conventions, infusing thoughtful and flexible options to clients who receive a recovery. Whether for the Plaintiff or Firm, she improves their bottom line, helping them achieve financial goals of any size and nature. Best of all, her compassion for the plight of the claimant sets her above the rest as she ascertains their well-being through the entire process of the litigation. Mirena's knack for finance and heart to serve provides firms and plaintiffs with holistic, intuitive, and integrated planning to create cutting-edge portfolios.

To bring it all full circle, Mirena supplies firms with comprehensive legal concierge services by giving Plaintiffs and Attorneys smooth procedures, detailed reports, and systems of navigating legal planning and funding complexities. By her awareness of market trends and how it affects all aspects of the law she offers a strategic edge in civil justice. She has the wherewithal, drive, discipline, and passion for directing and participating in cases that change our world.

Mirena's career began in UNICEF, working as a translator for American troops who assisted Kosovos genocide victims. She subsequently found her way into the US Department of Justice & Immigration, paving the way for her outstanding reputation today.

At the young age of 17, Mirena immigrated to the United States from Albania. She earned her degree with honors in International Relations and Communications, graduating from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. She fluently speaks three languages, frequently traveling between the US and Europe.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

How Mirena got started in the legal business
Learn how to grow your inventory
Why you should think of your law firm as a business
You should stop resisting CFO's
How Mirena & Co help law firm owners

Resources:

www.mirenaandco.com

https://www.linkedin.com/company/frameless-consulting-llc/

https://www.instagram.com/mirenaandco/

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