Sinopsis
The Velocity Work podcast is for lawyers who run their own firm. It explores tactics, tools, and stories that help owner-attorneys push past simply lawyering well to building a successful firm. Melissa Shanahan, Velocity Work's founder, helps clients and listeners shift how they operate in order to achieve the next level for their firm and their life. From numbers and business strategy to discipline and mental health, Melissa's approach provides sustainable success.
Episodios
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#36: Activity vs. Results
14/04/2020 Duración: 19minAre your days centered around results? They should be. Listen in while Melissa explains why you and your team should always be results-oriented, as opposed to task-oriented. Check out our Masterclass: How to Trade Being Busy for Actual Results. We're no longer doing daily accountability. To check out our latest program, go to velocitywork.com/join
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#35: Leveraging Technology for Legal Research + Running a Company in the Age of COVID-19 with Erik Pickering, President of Tracers
07/04/2020 Duración: 01h08minMelissa and Erik talk investigative data solutions, entrepreneurship, and how to think in this uncertain time. Find Erik on LinkedIn here Learn more about Tracers here We're no longer doing daily accountability. To check out our latest program, go to velocitywork.com/join
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#34: Your Escape Buttons
31/03/2020 Duración: 26minWhat is the one area of your firm that could be stronger, but you keep avoiding it? In this week's episode, Melissa shows listeners how to stop hitting the "escape button" on these problems, which starts with figuring out what exactly these escape buttons are. We're no longer doing daily accountability. To check out our latest program, go to velocitywork.com/join
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[Announcement] Two Weeks of Daily Accountability with Melissa Shanahan
29/03/2020 Duración: 05minTo help you stay focused and uber-productive during this COVID-phase, Melissa is hosting two weeks of daily accountability calls - starting APRIL 1st! This is totally free and welcome to any entrepreneurial attorneys. Listen in for the details! SIGN UP HERE!!
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#33: STRONGER vs. Weak -- How Are You Gonna Come Out of this Phase?
24/03/2020 Duración: 15minWe don't get to decide what the future will bring, but we do get to decide how we're going to come out the other side. In this episode, Melissa lays out the decisions you need to make and the questions you need to ask for you and your firm to come out STRONGER. Mentioned in this episode: Craig Ballantyne What is the Kolbe?
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#32: Layered Thinking
17/03/2020 Duración: 33min"If you tend to be hard on yourself, this is the episode for you...." Listen in while Melissa explains how to better control your perspective when dealing with disappointment, and avoid falling into the trap of "layered thinking." If you haven't already, listen to Episodes 10 and 11 to get the basics of Emotional Adulthood and Superthinking.
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#31: Win/Win/Win -- A Decision Filter to Use on the Regular
10/03/2020 Duración: 18minUse this tool to help you cut through the mental noise and make decisions a no-brainer. Mentioned in this episode: Melissa’s personal Instagram: @melishanahan Find Melissa on Peloton: melishan Listen to Episodes 11 and 12 to learn more about Superthinking.
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#30: Joey Vitale -- Thoughts, Opinions, and Lessons Learned
03/03/2020 Duración: 01h22minMelissa and Joey talk about asking the *right* questions to better reach your ideal clients, how knowing your numbers itself is a WIN, being obsessed with integrity!, and more! Mentioned this episode: Melissa's interview with Chelsea Williams The (in)famous "Unclench!" episode Asana vs. Clickup Check out the Indie Show and Joey's other shows here.
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#29: Jordan Ostroff -- Real Relationships, Better Referrals
25/02/2020 Duración: 01h15minIn this week's episode, Melissa interviews attorney, business-owner, and soon-to-be author, Jordan Ostroff. Melissa and Jordan talk about creating a healthy work environment, the power of networking and referrals, and "writing the book only you can write." Learn more about Jordan here!
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#28: Emily Kerr-Finell -- Entrepreneurship and All its Facets
18/02/2020 Duración: 59minMelissa and Emily discuss the importance of understanding what your customer/client REALLY needs, knowing how your strengths can also be your weaknesses, and how to combat that. Get to know Emily more here! Mentioned in this episode: The Lean Startup Steve Blank on Starting Greatness with Mike Maples, Jr.
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#27: Damon Pendleton -- Growing Your Firm to Match Your Dreams
11/02/2020 Duración: 01h44minMelissa and Damon talk about his journey from law school to running a multi-office firm, the advantages of growth, and the benefits of a competitive personality. Learn more about Damon here!
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#26: Chelsea Z. Williams -- Getting Your (Financial) House in Order
04/02/2020 Duración: 57minMelissa and financial expert Chelsea Williams discuss financial clarity, money-myths, the importance of "getting your house in order", and their shared passion of working closely with lawyers. Learn more about Chelsea and her group, Core Solutions, here. Learn more money myths by following Core Solutions on Instagram: core_solutions_group You can reach Chelsea at: chelsea@yourcoresolution.com Mentioned in this episode: Just Mercy, by Bryan Stevenson Rich Kids, by Tom Corley
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#25: Luke Tyson -- Company Culture and Conflict Resolution
28/01/2020 Duración: 01h09minThis week, Melissa talks with Luke about blunt feedback, conflict resolution, asynchronous work, and having a company Vision. Mentioned in this week’s episode: Minaal Slack Quip Asana Simon Sinek Luke's Tips for Giving (Constructive) Blunt Feedback: Do it privately. Do it soon (don't wait!). Say it at the beginning. Use "I" statements and not "you" statements. Listen in for more!
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#24: Sarah Santacroce -- LinkedIn and the Human Connection
21/01/2020 Duración: 38minThis week, Melissa and Sarah talk about tips and tricks for how to use LinkedIn! Sarah reminds listeners that businesses are people, and explains the importance of consistency and making personal connections. Get to know Sarah by checking out here website here! 3 Tips to Using LinkedIn: Position yourself as an expert in your field! Do this on your profile, where it's important to be specific. Don't just advertise yourself as a lawyer... what kind of lawyer? What clients do you serve? Engage with your newsfeed to build visibility; this is where you demonstrate your expertise. Keep it short, but personal. Show your human side! And remember to stay consistent. 5 mins a day is better than 2 hours, once a month. Find your ideal clients and connect with them! Be useful, give freely, and don't ask for favors.
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#23: Francine E. Love -- Building a Firm with Love (Pun Intended)
14/01/2020 Duración: 58minThis week, Melissa and Francine discuss bringing kindness and compassion into the business of law, and the magic of women working together. New York Small Business Owners, click here for Francine's New York Offer! Women interested in joining Francine's Mastermind, and those looking for more information on the above offer, email advocate@lovelawfirmpllc.com
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#22: The Next 8 Weeks: Podcast Interviews Coming Your Way!
07/01/2020 Duración: 14minGet a sneak peek at the podcast interviews we'll be airing in the next 8 weeks! Get to know our guests a little ahead of time: Francine Love Sarah Santacroce Luke Tyson Chelsea Z Williams Damon Pendleton Emily Kerr-Finell Jordan Ostroff Joey Vitale
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#21: How We Work With Clients
31/12/2019 Duración: 31minEver wondered about how we work privately with clients? Listen in to learn more! Velocity Work has a signature 3-Phase process that involves a comprehensive analysis of your firm (Phase 1), an in-person strategic planning retreat (Phase 2), and ongoing accountability check-ins and quarterly workshops (Phase 3). Since this episode aired, some of how we work with clients has changed. Check out our website for more on how we work with clients. Check out our newest program here.
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#20: An End-of-Year Exercise
17/12/2019 Duración: 32minAs 2019 draws to a close, take a moment to step back and review. How did you do this year? What gifts did you give yourself this year? In this week's episode, Melissa talks listeners through remembering past accomplishments and dedicating yourself to discipline and delayed gratification in 2020.
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#19: Self-Confidence
10/12/2019 Duración: 31minThis week, Melissa discusses the importance of self-confidence, trusting yourself, and keeping promises to yourself. Before you listen, make sure you've FIRST listened to Episode 17 of the Velocity Work Podcast. Mentioned in this episode: Dan Sullivan: The Four C's Formula Ed Mylett Simon Sinek
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#18: Daily Huddle
03/12/2019 Duración: 32minMelissa shares tips about the Daily Huddle, how to start off your day right, and make every day a WIN! Click here to get a copy of our FREE Daily Huddle Guide