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280. Rory Vaden — Reputation Precedes Revenue: Mastering the Art of Personal Branding Jul 11, 2024

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What if you could turn your reputation into a magnet for trust and revenue?

Rory Vaden can tell you how.

By honing in on your unique value and focusing on a singular problem and audience, Rory has helped countless entrepreneurs and professionals break through the noise and become recognized leaders in their fields.

Rory’s data-driven insights and proven frameworks aren't just for influencers or TikTok stars — they're essential for anyone in a high-trust profession, especially lawyers.

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Rory joins Michael Mogill to discuss:

How to automate trust when building a digital reputation
The proven strategies to move from obscurity to authority in the legal industry
How to harness your unique value to skyrocket your firm’s impact and influence

Tune in and discover how to become the go-to expert in your industry, serve clients deeply and authentically, and build a reputation that stands the test of time.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction

02:27 – Rory Vaden’s origin story

06:43 – Why every business owner needs a personal brand

11:09 – How to know if you have an established personal brand

17:38 – What it takes to create or improve your personal brand

20:32 – The most common mistakes people make with their brands (and how to avoid them)

24:38 – The importance of developing your expertise before becoming a thought leader

29:58 – Why success is defined by impact, respect, and staying true to yourself

33:28 – What being a game changer means to Rory Vaden

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279. AMMA — Building Trust Through Authentic Leadership Jul 09, 2024

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Are you leading your law firm or just playing pretend?

In this unmissable episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill dives deep into the raw, unfiltered truths about authentic leadership.

If you're hiding behind a facade of professionalism while your firm crumbles, you're not just failing your team — you're failing yourself.

Michael doesn't pull any punches as he tackles the tough questions:

Can you be authentic without losing respect?
How do you balance vulnerability with authority?
Are your actions truly reflecting the standards you preach?

Drawing from his own experiences and hard-hitting examples, Michael reveals why showing up as your true self is non-negotiable for building trust and respect. He exposes the dangers of a "do as I say, not as I do" mentality and challenges you to lead by example — because your team is always watching.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction

02:13 – How to get your questions answered on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast

03:23 – How to balance being true to yourself and maintaining a professional demeanor

06:03 – How to build trust with the people you lead

08:34 – Jessica Mogill’s opinion on Michael’s authentic leadership style

10:25 – How to maintain authority and respect while practicing vulnerability

13:03 – Why you’ll never be respected if you’re not trusted

14:34 – Michael’s self-description as a short-term pessimist and a long-term optimist

17:24 – How to lead authentically with actions instead of just words

20:31 – Michael’s proven theory: Habits and behaviors are caught, not taught

22:07 – Why you can’t demand a standard you won’t uphold yourself

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278. Adam Alter — From Stuck to Unstoppable: Gaining and Keeping Momentum [Encore Edition] Jul 04, 2024

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Are you tired of feeling stuck and watching your competitors soar? What if you could transform every setback into a stepping stone for unprecedented growth in your law firm?

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill sits down with Adam Alter, New York Times best-selling author and professor at NYU's Stern School of Business.

Adam has mastered the art of getting unstuck and developed the algorithm to achieve game changing breakthroughs.

After listening to this episode, you’ll know how to:

Harness the power of progress to turn small steps into big victories
Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation in your law firm
Avoid the pitfalls that get most people stuck

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction

02:32 – Why Adam Alter wrote Anatomy of a Breakthrough

03:31 – What it means to be stuck

04:37 – The first step to getting unstuck

08:03 – How to break through plateaus and grow where others peak

11:34 – Why struggles and challenges can be good things

15:30 – The difference between learning from failure and just making bad decisions

18:10 – How embracing “beginnerhood” can make you an expert

22:53 – The role that luck plays in success

25:43 – The dangers of being stubborn and how to avoid these traps

30:13 – Why people overestimate the novelty of their ideas

34:26 – How to create a culture of experimentation and innovation

40:01 – The best thing to do when you’re stuck

42:24 – What being a game changer means to Adam Alter

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Links & Resources

Anatomy of a Breakthrough by Adam Alter (Book)
NCAA
Dave Berkoff
Sam Snead
Joe Bernal

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277. Garrett Gunderson— Transform Your Financial Future: Proven Methods for Building Lasting Wealth Jul 02, 2024

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What if your financial future could be radically transformed with time-tested strategies that the ultra-wealthy have used for generations?

Garrett Gunderson has cracked the code.

By blending holistic financial strategy with clear legacy guidelines, he’s revolutionized how we think about wealth management and preservation. From dissecting the pitfalls that decimate fortunes to revealing the secrets behind the Rockefeller method, Garrett's insights are a game changer.

It's a proven formula for sustainable wealth and legacy — and it's within your reach.

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Garrett joins Michael Mogill and shares:

How you can build, protect, and transfer wealth across generations
The myths perpetuated by mainstream financial advice
Actionable steps to master your financial destiny

Don't leave your financial future to chance. Tune in and discover how to turn your business success into lasting personal wealth and a legacy that endures.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction

02:25 – Garrett Gunderson’s library of best-selling books

04:02 – Why we look to the Rockefellers to learn how to make, keep, and grow money

05:55 – Garrett’s upbringing and experience learning and mastering financial management

07:49 – The right way to transfer wealth and not make your kids entitled trust-fund babies

10:08 – Why making money and keeping money are completely different skills

11:35 – The right way to learn financial management

13:54 – Why you don’t need to know about 80% of what we’re taught about finance

15:46 – How to determine and leverage your Investor DNA

18:09 – How law firm owners can make more sound investment decisions

20:11 – The investment strategies that turn business wealth into personal wealth

21:50 – Where financial gurus like Suze Orman and Dave Ramsey miss the mark

24:30 – How to develop financial discipline and practice mindful cash management

27:41 – How to achieve financial independence

30:05 – The different types of accounts that every household and business should have

33:47 – Garrett clears the air on whole life insurance

35:55 – The best advice and the worst advice that Garrett has ever received

37:34 – What being a game changer means to Garrett Gunderson

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Links & Resources

Garrett Gunderson
What Would the Rockefellers Do? By Garrett Gunderson (Free Audio Book)
What Would the Rockefellers Do? By Garrett Gunderson (Free PDF Book)
Killing Sacred Cows By Garrett Gunderson (Book)
Money Unmasked By Garrett Gunderson (Book)
Mastering The Rockefeller Habits by Vern Harnish (Book)
Whole Life Insurance
Parkinson’s Law
The FIRE Movement

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276. AMMA — The Myth of Work-Life Balance: What Law Firm Owners Need to Know Jun 27, 2024

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Think work-life integration is impossible to obtain?

Michael Mogill reveals why achieving it might be simpler than you think — if you're willing to make some tough choices.

In this no-holds-barred episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael dismantles the myths surrounding delegation, burnout, and stress management.

If you're a law firm owner struggling to juggle it all, this episode is your wake-up call.

Tune in and learn:

Why your inability to delegate is not only exhausting you but also stunting your firm's growth
Actionable strategies to trust your team, reclaim your energy, and build a resilient culture that thrives under pressure
How stress can be the single most powerful driver of performance and results

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Show Notes:

03:24 – How to trust your team more and delegate effectively

05:09 – The 2 common problems when it comes to delegating

07:41 – The right way to delegate a task or project to your team

09:39 – Tips for achieving better personal and professional balance

12:32 – Why balance is earned and how to achieve it throughout your journey

15:44 – How to build a team that handles stress better

17:07 – Why stress is the ultimate performance enhancer

19:23 – How the most successful trial lawyers manage stress

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275. Kim Scott — The Power of Radical Respect Jun 25, 2024

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Are you unknowingly sabotaging your team's potential and fostering a toxic work environment?

Kim Scott, the brilliant mind behind "Radical Candor," is back with a game changing blueprint: "Radical Respect." This isn't just another leadership book — it's a wake-up call.

If you're ignoring bias, prejudice, and bullying in your workplace, you're not just failing as a leader. You're actively harming your team's performance and innovation.

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Kim returns and joins Michael Mogill to share:

How to be respectful and respected at your law firm
The fine line between healthy conflict and unjust bullying
The winning combination of respecting individuality and facilitating collaboration

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Show Notes:

02:40 – What does Radical Respect mean?

07:32 – How to disambiguate disrespect

09:30 – How to address bias, prejudice, and bullying

15:51 – The three crucial consequences leaders must use for disrespectful team members

19:19 – The line between unjust bullying and normal conflict

20:43 – How to be an upstander in a world of bystanders

23:22 – The real reason people don’t speak up and how to disrupt the silence default

26:25 – How to become aware of your unconscious biases

31:13 – What to do when you offend someone

35:47 – The four quadrants across respecting individuality and fostering collaboration

40:23 – How to start applying the Radical Respect framework to your business

41:24 – What being a game changer means to Kim Scott

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Links & Resources

Radical Candor (Book)
Episode #25 of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast
Bob Sutton
Russ Laraway
Thinking Fast and Slow (Book)
The Radical Respect Podcast
Follow Kim on LinkedIn
Radical Respect (Book)

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274. AMMA — How to Build a Culture of Gratitude Jun 20, 2024

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In today's challenging economic landscape, leading a law firm requires more than just strategic acumen — it demands heart, resilience, and a deep commitment to cultivating a culture of gratitude.

Crisp Founder & CEO Michael Mogill returns in this AMMA edition of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast to share his invaluable insights on how to keep your team motivated and appreciative, even when times are tough.

Join him and learn:

The importance of transparency and vulnerability in leadership
Actionable strategies for fostering continuous recognition and appreciation within your firm
How to transform your team’s entitled attitudes into engaged commitment

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Show Notes:

03:45 – Why you’d be foolish to miss the Game Changers Summit

06:51 – How to cultivate gratitude amongst your team during tough times

08:27 – Why leading with clarity is critical during trying times

10:51 – How to determine who’s really in the foxhole with you

12:02 – How to incorporate meaningful gratitude on a frequent basis

14:07 – Why showing your thanks doesn’t have to break the bank

16:30 – The difference between demanding gratitude and fostering appreciation

18:43 – How to make your team more grateful

21:39 – What happens when you give and expect thanks

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273. David Laborde & Digger Earles — Grit and Growth: The Laborde Earles Blueprint for Success Jun 18, 2024

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What if you could transform your small-town law practice into a legal powerhouse, dominating a highly competitive market and redefining client service standards?

David Laborde and Digger Earles have done just that.

By embracing relentless reinvestment, mastering the art of delegation, and leveraging innovative marketing strategies — including partnerships with NFL stars — they’ve built a legal empire from the ground up. Their journey from rural Louisiana roots to becoming legal titans is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, David and Digger join Michael Mogill to discuss:

How to scale your law firm while maintaining an unparalleled client experience
The importance of community-centric values
Why betting on yourself is the ultimate key to success

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Show Notes:

02:14 – David Laborde & Digger Earle’s humble beginnings in rural Louisiana

03:14 – The Laborde Earles family dynamic

04:40 – The non-traditional route to entering the practice of law

06:41 – The catalytic case that sparked a transformational partnership

07:52 – How to develop a trusting and respectful relationship as co-owners

11:44 – Lessons learned and mistakes made in the early years of Laborde Earles

13:51 – Why investments in yourself offer the greatest guaranteed ROI

15:24 – Laborde Earles’s evolution of marketing innovation

18:42 – Balancing family commitments with building a business

21:10 – How to craft a client-centric brand and differentiate from larger advertisers

23:32 – How to scale your law firm by delegating and systematizing client experience

26:13 – Laborde Earles’s core values

29:36 – The All Sevens marketing campaign

31:51 – Partnering with NFL teams and players

33:33 – Becoming hometown heroes and building a culture that gives back to the community

36:34 – The future of Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers

38:45 – A day in the life of David Laborde & Digger Earles

41:19 – What being a game changer means to David Laborde and Digger Earles

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272. Eric Chaffin — Doing Good by Doing Right [Encore Edition] Jun 13, 2024

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The real game changers aren’t just the ones who talk a good game — they’re the ones who take decisive action and make a tangible impact in their communities and with their clients.

If your team isn’t genuinely committed to doing the right thing every single time…

you’re on a fast track to mediocrity and missed opportunities.

Eric Chaffin, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Chaffin Luhana, knows this all too well.

His firm has achieved over $1B in verdicts and settlements because they live and breathe their motto, “Doing Good By Doing Right.”

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Eric and Michael Mogill sit down to discuss:

The origin and power of the firm’s guiding principle
The critical need for a team that fully embraces and believes in your firm’s vision
Why empathy is the secret weapon that separates great trial attorneys from the merely good ones

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Show Notes:

02:35 – Eric Chaffin's Early Life and Influences

03:16 – Overcoming Trauma and Finding Purpose

04:46 – Educational Journey and Early Career

05:12 – Lessons from Running a Pizza Shop

06:21 – Law School and Early Legal Career

08:10 – Corporate Defense to Federal Prosecutor

11:58 – Starting a Law Firm with Aligned Values

16:53 – A Call for Compassion

17:45 – The Lure of Mass Torts

19:33 – Client Experience Focus

22:12 – Community Engagement

24:05 – Endurance Sports Journey

29:34 – Defining Success and Overcoming Challenges

31:26 – Future of the Legal Profession

33:13 – What Being a Game Changer Means to Eric Chaffin

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Links & Resources

West Virginia University
Chaffin Luhana, LLP
Crisp
Najee Harris
Black Lives Matter
MeToo Movement
The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
Giftology by John Ruhlin
Ironman Triathlon
Peloton

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271. AMMA — Building a Bullet-Proof Brand Jun 11, 2024

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In this cutthroat legal market, relying on a single way to get new clients, such as referrals or pay-per-client advertising, won't cut it.

Firms that dominate their market have mastered the art of brand differentiation and community presence.

If you want your practice to become the obvious choice for clients in need, you have to have a robust marketing strategy that consistently puts your law firm’s name in front of your ideal clients.

In Episode 271 of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael and Jessica Mogill delve into the essence of how you can build a bullet-proof brand.

If you're not actively setting your firm apart, you're not just blending in — you're fading into obscurity.

Tune in to learn how to make your brand unforgettable.

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Show Notes:

02:52 – How to get your question answered on an episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast

04:13 – How to create a brand identity that stands out from the competition

07:12 – How to craft a unique value proposition to connect with your ideal clients

10:15 – How to build a client-service-focused brand identity

12:38 – How to create content that showcases your commitment to your clients and community

14:30 – How to build a personal brand and establish yourself as a legal thought leader

17:06 – Why you will never become an authority overnight

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The Game Changing Attorneyby Michael Mogill
LinkedIn
Taylor Swift
Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube
Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet’s YouTube Channel (@ModdedController360)
Joe Fried
David Craig
After the Crash Podcast

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