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In this leaders in lockdown podcast I got to catch up with my friend and one of the most entertaining people I know, EJ Wise. EJ is a cybersecurity expert who happens to have also been a lawyer in the armed services for over 20 years so had a very interesting perspective on the present crisis and how to best manage it. We spoke about planning for now and for the future, taking an "ends first" approach, and tactics for better managing on the home front! We also dove into how we can manage the mental health aspects of the crisis and help others around us. As always even in difficult times EJ brought her amazing humour and insight to our discussion.
https://www.wieselaw.com.au
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In this leaders in lockdown episode I had the pleasure of catching up with my friend and former podcast guest Fionn Bowd of Bowd Legal. Fionn is one of the deepest thinkers about the legal industry and we were able to have a really interesting chat about the good and bad of the industries response to date. We also discussed where see larger firms heading on the back of the rapid changes brought on by the crisis, opportunities for lawyers to become central decision makers in business, remote work and how new models will be increasingly embraced as firms see they can have success being nimble.
www.bowd.legal
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In this leaders in lockdown episode I caught up with my friend and awesome former podcast guest Fiona Nguyen of Girl Friday IP. Fiona and I chatted about IP, Brand and taking the opportunity to fix things we've kicked down the road in our business. We also went quite deep discussing the mental side of managing the crisis at home, how we try and focus internally when external pressures are the hardest and what we see are opportunities in the short term to try and make good medium term change.
https://www.girlfridayip.com/
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In this leaders in lockdown show I spoke with "The Remote Expert" and former podcast guest Emma Heuston! Emma's entire business is built on helping businesses work remotely so it was great to chat to her about how she does it, the difficulties of working remotely in the present environment, and what steps businesses of all sizes can take. As a lawyer and business owner Emma has great insight to share on how we can all better manage the juggle.
https://www.theremoteexpert.com/
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On our second "Leaders in lockdown" podcast I was so glad to speak with my friend James d'Apice. James is a commercial disputes lawyer in Sydney at Makinson d'Apice who also happens to be the genius behind the "Coffee and a Case Note" video series and podcast. James shared on working from home, managing the juggle with his partner and kids, and the changes that the present crisis might make to the way we work long term.
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In this time of crisis our stories are more important than ever. So we wanted to share how many of our podcast guest and friends are handling the stress and change of the present crisis, what they see as changing in their businesses as this plays out, and how they are handling the juggles of work and life.
In the first show I was honoured to speak with Karen Finch, Founder of Legally Yours and great friend of BB. Karen is a remarkable business owner, mum of 4 and hugely positive person who has some great wisdom to share on this show. We chatted about managing family life, our partners, what the legal profession is going to look like for the rest of the year, and opportunities for the future.
https://legallyyours.com.au/
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What a crazy last few weeks right? For most of us around the world our lives and work have been turned upside down. In these tough times it's clear that we need people who can lead to step up. Especially all of you in professional services, your clients need you now more than ever. While that might be hard when we feel a bit knocked down, that's ok you can lead by supporting as well. So in the show today I covered 10 ways to be a leader and a supporter in this time of crisis.
1. Use everything at your disposal
2. Be an ally to your clients
3. Have a clear plan
4. Be bold and brave
5. Take responsibility for your team
6. Work hard on the home front
7. Stay well
8. Do your bit for your country
9. Don't hoard resources
10. Get help if you are overwhelmed
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The show is back! We've been "off the air" for a couple of months but planning a big 2020 for the BB podcast! On the show today is a clip from the brilliant Fiona Nguyen, as well as a piece I recorded on insecurity with branding and marketing our own businesses.
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In rare company is today's guest who makes her second appearance on the show! I recently caught up with Marianne to chat about the last two years at Legalite, how she has grown the firm so successfully, and what the future holds.
Marianne is the founder and principal lawyer of Legalite - a new kind of law firm that aims to simplify legal services. Since establishing the firm in 2017, Marianne has successfully led Legalite in becoming a market-leading firm in the business and franchising space.
In 2018, she was awarded Sole Practitioner of the Year at the Lawyer’s Weekly Australian Law Awards, and more recently, she was named Partner of the Year (SME) in the 2019 Lawyer's Weekly Women in Law Awards.
Marianne’s passion for delivering easy to understand advice and her strong focus on client relationships has made her a true standout in the industry. So much so, that for two years in a row, Legalite was named Australia's Best Law Firm in the NAB Professional Services Awards - an award judged entirely by clients.
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In the next few shows I'll be focusing on 7 huge lessons I've learned this year plus drop some more awesome clips from recent guests. On today's show I chat about the lag time in dealing with stress and anxiety, there's a great clip from my recent interview with Dugald Hamilton on Cyber threats, and we wrap it all up with a huge lesson one of my clients gave me about sticking to my guns.
To read the entire blog - https://www.beyondbillables.com/blog/business-lessons-from-2019
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This week on the show I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend, Dugald Hamilton. Dugald is the founder of 23Legal, a Litigation and Insolvency practice in Queensland which has experienced substantial growth over the last few years. Dugald not only has a great story about growing a successful practice but has a keen interest in technology and implementing real solutions in the way legal services are delivered. We chatted at length about the future of law, practical ways law firms can use technology, and what is coming down the road. Having spent some time working from Chicago last year, Dugald was able to share his views on the reality of flexible work and how he was able to maintain his practice while enjoying his time in the windy city! The most enjoyable part of the interview for me was hearing about his journey starting 23Legal, what he has had to overcome, and the lessons that are helping him shape his firm as it grows.
https://www.23legal.com.au/
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Today on the show we welcomed the remarkable Cullen Haynes, finance specialist and mortgage broker extraordinaire. Cullen is part of the team at Legal Home Loans who specialise in helping Partners and Barristers with their lending needs. Cullen has a fascinating story that demonstrates the value of focusing on a niche, bringing huge amounts of value, and building a strong brand. As one of the most active people you will find on LinkedIn, Cullen has used video and content to swiftly build a personal and business brand to be proud of. An avid reader and runner, Cullen shares both his journey and what he has learned along the way in what is a very upbeat show. If you’re thinking about how you stand out in your career and want a great example of another professional who has walked the talk in building a personal brand than this is an episode not to be missed.
https://www.legalhomeloans.com.au/
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This week on the show I had the tremendous privilege of interviewing EJ Wise, Cyber Lawyer and founder of WiseLaw. EJ has a remarkable story that spans 25 years working in the legal industry with the Australian Federal and State Governments and in private practice specialising in cyber law, policy, advice, international humanitarian law, law of the sea and criminal law! EJ is an internationally recognized cyber law expert who is one of the very few people in Australia with real experience advising on all aspects of cyber.
As well as her love for practice EJ has a real passion for education and is leading the way in bringing cyber threats and the effects on business into the main stream. EJ also served in the defence force and shared on her journey, her time at the Pentagon and what it was like advising on the use of technology in warfare and the role state actors are playing.
If that might all sound too technical don’t worry! EJ is one of the funniest, most engaging people I have had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know this year and this is a show with plenty of laughs as well as learning.
https://www.wiselaw.com.au/
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Today on the show I had a great pleasure of welcoming Sacha Kirk, co-founder and CMO of Lawcadia.
In her role Sacha draws on over 15 years experience in marketing, brand strategy, innovation and professional consulting experience in Australia and the UK. Lawcadia is a legal technology company with a web-based platform in-house legal teams and their law firms can use to manage projects, matters and spend.
We had a great chat about how the business was started, how they have been able to grow internationally, and what the future holds. As a fast growing legal technology company who has made real inroads both in Australia and internationally I was inspired to hear how they backed themselves and have achieved great success.
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On the Insight show today we cover quite some ground!
In part one I chat about carving out time to do more stuff you love and give some tips on small changes that can make a big difference. It is a struggle as a busy professional but super important to find even small chunks of time for your own pursuits to make sure you never feel like you are missing out.
Part two is a follow up from my recent interview with Michael Chesterman, Consultant at Helix Legal. Michael makes some great points on collaboration and investment.
And finally in part three I chat Facebook ads, why most firms completely misunderstand them, and how you can use them to grow your brand and footprint.
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Today on the show I had the privilege of interviewing Wes Young, lawyer, proud father and Co-Founder of Legally Yours. Wes has a super interesting story which took him from journalism to law and shares his motivations for each step along the way. Wes has worked with some of the best known corporates and corporate personalities in Australia, and brings his experience to Legally Yours in what is a fast growth stage for the company. Wes has a particular passion for helping lawyers gain the personal freedom they need to live healthier and happier lives and we spoke in detail about how he feels this is achievable and the role technology can play.
To find out more check out
https://legallyyours.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesley-young-gaicd-47ba3251/
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On today's insight show we share a sneak peak of an upcoming episode with Wes Young, Co-Founder of Legally Yours. I also chat about leads, the way firms can attract more clients, and why you need a short, medium and long term plan. Finally we finish off the show with a short shoutout of a great blog post by Ian Whitworth all about the scourge of saying "I'm busy" and the need to connect with those around us. I share how a training friend who recently took his life made me reflect on this and what I can do to better connect with everyone.
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On the show today I had the pleasure of sitting down with Alex Nicol, Director of Aptum Legal and Insolvency practitioner extraordinaire. Alex is a Co-Founder of Aptum Legal, a leading disputes practice that focuses on a range of complex disputes and insolvency work, all with a fixed price model. Alex and I discussed how Aptum Legal have been able to successfully implement a client focused pricing model that gives clarity and certainty to cost. Alex shared on his wins and struggles as a practitioner over the years and the motivations that drove him and his other founders to create something truly different for complex disputes. On top of nailing the client side Alex has a passion for growing a great culture and we discussed what this meant for lawyers that joined their team.
https://www.aptumlegal.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-nicol-18514410/
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Today on the show we sat down with the remarkable Michael Chesterman, Consultant of Helix Legal. Michael brings his decades of knowledge of the construction industry to the Helix team, and he's not even a lawyer! Michael is in fact an industry expert that is a huge part of why Helix can deliver such a client centric approach to their service. Michael shares on the parallels between the construction and legal industries, the disruption happening in both, and the way law firms can better service clients by deeply understanding their business.
Check out his bio below!
Having worked for the building industry regulator in Queensland for 22 years, Michael was the inaugural BSA Compliance Manager, responsible for investigating contractor’s compliance with the financial requirements and other licensing criteria.
In 2000, he undertook extensive research, policy and legislation development and consultation with industry stakeholders regarding the need to introduce legislation that provided contractors with an alternative to the courts to rapidly recover outstanding payments for work done.
In 2004, he was appointed the inaugural Adjudication Registrar under the Building and Construction Industry Payments Act 2004 (BCIPA), a position he held until March 2017.
Michael has demonstrated a record of fighting for improved payment outcomes for all parties who have carried out construction work or supplied related goods or services in the Queensland building and construction industry. However, in particular he has consistently worked to achieving security of payment for subcontractors.
Michael brings a depth of practical experience and industry knowledge, complementing the legal skills within Helix, ensuring we deliver the right solutions for clients, not just the legal answer.https://helix.legal/
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This week we've gone back to the vault and brought out some great short clips from one of our most popular shows ever with the amazing Kate Cliff. Kate has a remarkable story about using meditation to overcome chronic pain and then turn it into how she helps people in the world.
https://www.beyondbillables.com/blog/kate-cliff-leaving-law-meditation-living-good-life
We also tackle the massive "should do I start a podcast?" question and give a rundown on why you might consider it as well as highlighting the top four aps we've started to use this year in the business!Finally the show wraps up with the top four apps we have started to use this year that help us run a more efficient business servicing our clients.
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