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The Law Firm Owner Podcast#280: Client Growth vs. Retention: Taking a Sabbatical from Professional RelationshipsHave you ever experienced an organization grasping tightly onto you as a client at all costs, even if it wasn’t in your best interest to stay? Maybe you’ve done this with your own clients in the name of retention. You probably already know this doesn’t feel good to anyone, and it’s also not the healthiest way to run your business. At Velocity Work, Melissa takes a different approach. Tune in this week to hear where Melissa stands on client retention and when it might be time to let a client fly on their...2024-10-2236 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#279: Master Your Time: Prioritizing What Matters in Your Law Firm and LifeWhen law firm owners find Melissa, one of the most common problems they face is finding enough time in their calendars for the things that are most important to them personally and professionally. Not only is taking care of your closest relationships a priority, but so is your health and wellbeing, and of course, growing your firm. If balancing it all isn't something that comes easily to you, don't worry. Melissa has you covered this week. In this episode, Melissa shows you how to create calendar "Zones" dedicated to your priorities, and guides you through th...2024-10-1524 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#271: The Benefits of Setting Personal Goals as a TeamWhen you are mentally, physically, and emotionally strong, it lends itself to success in all areas of your life. Setting personal goals alongside your business goals is a powerful way to show up as your best self. But too often, Melissa sees law firm owners and their teams neglecting their personal development in the pursuit of professional achievement. In this episode, Melissa shares an inspiring team initiative you can borrow to create or strengthen the culture of making progress, and the remarkable impact this has had on Velocity Work’s team in just one month. Tune...2024-08-2013 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#267: Raising a Glass to Progress: Updates and Celebrations with Giselle UrbinaWelcome to a special episode as Melissa celebrates five years of The Law Firm Owner Podcast! There are a handful of other things Melissa is celebrating right alongside the fifth anniversary of the podcast, and she’s using this opportunity to introduce you to Velocity Work’s COO, Giselle Urbina, and highlight everything that’s been going on behind the scenes. Join Melissa and Giselle on this episode as they dig into the work Giselle has been doing inside the company as COO and facilitator, and how she came into this role. They’re also exploring...2024-07-2336 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#237: Melissa’s Wish for You in the New YearHere we are, closing out 2023! For many law firm owners, this time of year can trigger a self-critical voice. It’s easy to lose sight of exactly how far you've come, but even if this year hasn’t been as fruitful as you’d hoped, there’s a lot to be proud of. In this episode, Melissa is showing you why. Join Melissa this week as she reminds you of important truths that often get lost in self-criticism and the pressures of life, and why letting yourself be with these truths is key as you take stoc...2023-12-2609 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#222: The Learning Curve of Being a Better Leader: A Conversation with Tara Gronhovd and Pamela Nelson (Part 2)Melissa joins Tara Gronhovd and Pamela Nelson on the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast again this week to dive into the work of intentionality and implementation. They’re discussing what it means to shape a strong team dynamic and the reality of what the work of becoming a better leader truly looks like. The work of leadership is humbling and hard, and it has been the steepest learning curve Melissa has experienced in business. There is no one-size-fits-all handbook for leadership that works for everyone. It’s a realm of constant learning and growing, and Melis...2023-09-1230 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#221: Intentionality and Implementation: A Conversation with Tara Gronhovd and Pamela Nelson (Part 1)This week, you’re hearing a conversation Melissa had with Tara Gronhovd and Pamela Nelson on the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast. They discuss the crux of Melissa’s work with her clients, which is centered around quarterly strategic planning, and why a framework for intentionality and implementation is key for flying further faster. Tune in to discover how Melissa helps owners and leaders stop getting in their own way, and why aligned execution is the secret to getting results. You’ll hear how the quarterly strategic planning framework offers the opportunity to make better plans o...2023-09-0533 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#199: Consistency: Laying the Groundwork (Part 1)Melissa is kicking off a brand new series on the topic of consistency. Whether you’re working on the growth of your business, or you want to begin making headway on something in your personal life, consistency is key. She’s laying the groundwork for what really goes into showing up consistently. Join Melissa for the first of a four-part series on the power of consistency. You’ll hear all the ways consistency supports you as you strive toward your goals, and her top tips and strategies that she has put into practice as she approac...2023-04-0441 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#198: How to Get Comprehensive with Your PlanningThis week, Melissa walks you through Mastery Group’s strategic planning retreat framework. Melissa’s training for facilitating business planning meetings was rigorous, and this was the foundation that she built Mastery Group’s framework upon, plus lots of new research, experimentation, and skills developed over time. You’ll hear why this framework is the perfect starting point for getting comprehensive about your planning, what this looks like in practice inside Mastery Group, and how it helps her members finish out the quarter strong with a solid plan in place. Get full show n...2023-03-2845 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#195: Are Your Flat-Fees Healthy for Your Business?Melissa hears from many clients who say, “I switched to flat-fee packages because I got sick of tracking time.” If the notion of tracking time for a case or matter is bringing up a lot of drama and you find yourself dragging your feet, you’re in the right place. This week, Melissa walks you through the process of tracking time to make sure your fees align with the amount of time and resources being spent on a case. You’ll hear why doing this gives your business an edge, and how to keep this energy of...2023-03-0736 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#192: Mastery Group: Everything You Need to KnowDo you know what Mastery Group is and how it works? Well, in this episode, Melissa is giving you all the details on what it's like inside Mastery Group, and most importantly, how it functions to serve you as a law firm owner. The content in the podcast is a great place to start, but Melissa goes even deeper inside Mastery Group. Discover the evolution of Mastery Group and why it is the place to be for facilitated quarterly strategic planning. Melissa is sharing how Mastery Group works for you, why nobody can do this w...2023-02-1424 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#191: Unleashing Your Potential: A Conversation with Mastery Group Member Soulmaz TaghaviWhat potential are you sitting on that you need a little help to bring to the surface? Melissa’s guest this week started her own practice during the height of the pandemic; she was bringing in clients and revenue, but lacked the direction that would allow her to serve sustainably. That’s when she found Melissa. Soulmaz Taghavi is an immigration attorney and an amazing example of what Velocity Work does for law firm owners. She built a structure that allowed her to serve her clients and herself on a new level, slowing down so she c...2023-02-0749 min

The BreakdownWhat efforts are relied on to reach more clients and how referrals are so important for business.Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down what efforts are relied on to reach more clients and how referrals are so important for business. This week the conversation was with Joey Vitale, Melissa Shanahan, and Christopher M White. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2 pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2023-01-2751 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#189: Automation, Delegation and Growth: A Conversation with Mastery Group Member Bobby BotnickHow big can you grow a firm on your own? Melissa’s guest this week spent almost a decade not hiring or automating, and as a result, not expanding. However, when he started being intentional and decided to invest in the future of his firm, it started to grow beyond what he thought was possible. Bobby Botnick is the founder of The Botnick Law Firm. Up until 18 months ago, he was a one-man-show, but he’s been bringing more people into his practice, and Melissa has been with him every step of the way. So this...2023-01-2451 min

The BreakdownSpecial guests to The Breakdown in 2023: Who would like to share this space with us?Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down the new idea for this new year: The Breakdown will have special guests to learn and to break down things together. Who would like to share this space with us? This week the conversation was with Joey Vitale, Melissa Shanahan, and Christopher M White. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2 pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group. 2023-01-1857 min

The BreakdownArtificial Intelligence: Do you know what ChatGPT is and how it can help lawyers and marketing itself?Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down what ChatGPT is and how it can help lawyers and marketing itself. This week the conversation was with Joey Vitale and Christopher M White. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2 pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2023-01-1052 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#185: Melissa Shares End of Year ReflectionsDid you grab everything 2022 had to offer you? What did you learn? And what feels more true for you than ever before? These are the end-of-year reflection prompts Melissa has considered around her own life and business throughout this year, and she’s here to share them with you on this episode. Listen in this week to hear Melissa’s lessons learned from 2022. She’s sharing her top three realizations from this year, and she’s inviting you to capture your own reflections before you move into 2023 so you’re set up to start the year with a...2022-12-2730 min

The BreakdownA look back at 2022 and looking forward to 2023 with Melissa Shanahan and Christopher M White.Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down and take a look back at 2022 and look forward to 2023 with Melissa Shanahan and Christopher M White. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2 pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-12-2359 min

The BreakdownA look back at 2022 and look forward to 2023 with Joey Vitale and Christopher M White.Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down and take a look back at 2022 and look forward to 2023. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-12-2342 min

The BreakdownHow your superpower is the ability to create lighting and help your business for sales.Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down how your superpower is the ability to create lighting and help your business for sales. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-12-2119 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#180: Fly Further Faster When You Drop JudgmentIf you’re like most law firm owners, you’re probably very hard on yourself. It’s easy to focus on the obstacles in front of you, or the frustrations that still haven’t gone away. You might be afraid that by not being hard on yourself, you’ll become complacent. But this week, Melissa is showing you why layering judgment on yourself in this way is the lazy, default approach most people take. Join Melissa this week to learn the secret to long-lasting results that line up with what you really want. You’ll hear why your...2022-11-2230 min

The BreakdownEnd-of-the-year numbers and discussion as business owners.Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down end-of-the-year numbers and discussion as business owners. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-11-1752 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#177: The Reality of Being Held Accountable with Jake KimballNo matter how successful your business is, settings goals and making a deliberate, well thought out plan to get there is vital. Melissa’s guest this week is Jake Kimball, the cofounder and partner of Springs Law Group, a personal injury law firm, and he’s here to share an experience that many of you will resonate with. Jake is letting you in on his experience of struggling to honor his rocks, the pushback he felt when Melissa held him accountable, and what it took to get to the other side of having accomplished his goals. Get...2022-11-0147 min

The BreakdownClio Con: How did we go to the conference? What do we take away from it?Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down what we take away from the Clio Conference. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-10-2140 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#175: LIVE from Clio Con: Top Delegation Tips from Successful AttendeesDelegation is a vital skill you need as a law firm owner. Learning to delegate effectively is what will give you the freedom to pay attention to the things that no one else can do but you. However, it’s not always easy, and you most certainly won’t be perfect at it right at the very beginning. This week, Melissa is coming to you live from Clio Con. She’s sitting down with a host of people who, because of their years of experience with effective delegation, have the freedom to be there. This was the...2022-10-1821 min

The BreakdownHow to Get the Most Out of a Conference 2022-10-1439 min

The BreakdownHow Are You Spending The Time You're Getting Back? Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down ways to spend your free time as your business grows and you create more time for yourself. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-10-1435 min

The BreakdownJoey's Lessons Learned From Spending THREE WEEKS Out of Office 2022-10-1439 min

The BreakdownHow to balance being CULTURE focused with being NUMBERS focused Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down how to balance being culture-focused with being numbers-focused. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-10-1450 min

The BreakdownHow to Act Effectively When You're Frustrated 2022-10-1453 min

The BreakdownHow to Strengthen Your Team with Molly McGrath Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we bring on our FIRST GUEST Molly McGrath and break down what it means to effectively hire, train, and retain rockstar teammates. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-10-1453 min

The BreakdownThe Difference Between BUSY and PRODUCTIVEWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down life and business updates from our hosts Melissa Shanahan, Chris White, and Joey Vitale. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-10-1448 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#173: Reaching Your Revenue Goals: Planning and ProjectionsIf you have an overarching revenue goal for your law firm, you need data. But you can’t just look at last year’s numbers and decide to add 20% to the top. The truth is you have to set and reach subgoals that will make your ideal revenue inevitable, and this week, Melissa is diving into one key piece of your revenue stream: average revenue per case or matter type. On this episode, Melissa is reverse engineering the concept of average revenue per case or matter type to help you in your planning and projection proce...2022-10-0424 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#172: Delegation + Leveling Up Your NormalWhat’s an area in your life or business that you feel a need to create a new normal for? As nice as it would be, cultivating a new standard for how you roll isn’t a one-and-done job. Behavioral change takes time, and this week, Melissa is introducing you to a tool you can use to create new normals for anything you want to improve upon. Take delegation, for example. Mastering the skill of delegation is your path to freedom, but it’s so easy to stay stuck struggling without being able to see how you...2022-09-2716 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#171: Work that Creates VelocityWhat’s the difference between the people who are in a high results cycle, achieving the results they want, and the people on the other side of the coin? It's not that they are smarter, better in some way, or more suited for being a law firm owner. Through years of experience, Melissa pinpointed exactly what is behind success, and she’s sharing it all in this episode. Listen in this week to discover where you have an opportunity to amp up more velocity towards where you want to go. Melissa is diving into what the w...2022-09-2026 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#168: Overview: Drive Success with Reminders, Rest, and Rewards (Part 1)As you may have heard, Melissa introduced a concept called The Wee Things in a special episode where she was joined by her husband. Of course, we all want to knock it out of the park with our goals and tee ourselves up to win, but The Wee Things are what actually contribute to your success, so this conversation needs to be kept alive. This week, Melissa breaks down the power of focusing on and taking care of The Wee Things, and why, without them, even with the most perfect plan, you will be left in the...2022-08-3020 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#167: Lessons Learned from June Strategic Planning Retreats (Part 3)Welcome to the third and final installment of our Strategic Planning Retreats Lessons Learned series. This is the mini-series where Melissa extracts the gems her members and clients shared at the end of their June Quarterly Strategic Planning Retreat as they were planning for Q3 and the remainder of the year. If you’re looking to find your footing as you look towards the next quarter and the rest of the year, tune in. Melissa is sharing the growth her members and clients have experienced through the process of making powerful decisions and executing on the...2022-08-2346 min

The BreakdownLife & Biz Updates from Melissa, Chris & Joey Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down life and business updates from our hosts Melissa Shanahan, Chris White, and Joey Vitale. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-08-1859 min

The BreakdownHow to Improve Your Mindset & Goal-Setting Strategies For Even More Revenue Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down how to improve your mindset and goal-setting strategies for even more revenue. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-08-1255 min

The BreakdownHow Are You Creating Value in Your Firm? Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down how to use your law firm to create value — and something valuable — in your business. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-08-1243 min

The BreakdownThe Power of "Correct But Incomplete" and How It Can Transform Your Thinking Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down the power and nuances of the phrase "correct but incomplete" and how to use this principle to improve your thinking and decision-making as a firm owner. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-08-1259 min

The BreakdownMelissa's Top Lessons Learned During Her Work Break Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down the top lessons and insights and our co-host Melissa Shanahan learned while she took some time off work. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-08-1251 min

The BreakdownHow to Mitigate Risks in a Growth-Oriented Law Firm Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down how to mitigate risks in your firm. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-08-1242 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#165: Lessons Learned from June Strategic Planning Retreats (Part 1)Quarterly strategic planning with accountability and coaching in between is at the core of what we offer every single client, and this week, you get a sneak peek into the transformations happening in our community. Join Melissa as she offers 7 lessons learned that have come out of Mastery Group. These are gems shared by your peers who are currently doing the work to be the kind of law firm owner they need to be to grow their firms, and next week, you’ll hear more lessons learned from Melissa’s private clients. Get...2022-08-0921 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#163: 75 Hard: The Wins, The Fails, and Everything in Between with Chris NicolaysenMelissa’s guest on the show this week is no stranger to the podcast. Chris Nicolaysen is a private client and co-founder of Springs Law Group; a firm that has experienced tremendous growth over the three years they’ve worked together, and he’s back for the third time to have a slightly different type of conversation. Chris and Melissa are here to discuss a mental and physical challenge they’ve both gone through: 75 Hard. They’re diving into the benefits they’ve found on the other side of having completed it, the struggles, what they found su...2022-07-2649 min

The BreakdownThe Real Value of Time in Your Law Firm Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down the importance of understanding the dimension of time in your law firm. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-07-2551 min

The BreakdownPlanning for the Next Recession Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, Chris goes solo and breaks down how to think about and plan for the coming recession. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-07-2517 min

The BreakdownThe Value of Facilitation and 3rd-Party Strategists Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down the value of facilitation and third-party strategists. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-07-2555 min

The BreakdownThe Changing Nature of EmploymentWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down Chris's new article (!) on the changing nature of employment and how today's business owners should be thinking about giving their team and culture a facelift. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-07-2557 min

The BreakdownLive Updates & Biggest Insights from MaxLawCon 2022-07-2552 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#161: Strategies for Getting Your Brain Onboard with Your GoalsWelcome to the first episode of The Law Firm Owner Podcast! Melissa is giving you strategies to deal with your brain when it inevitably serves up skepticism, fear, and doubt about your ability to achieve the goals you’ve set. For any of you who haven’t yet set specific, measurable, realistic, and timely goals, this is your invitation to do so because, as you’ll find out, it’s essential for a healthy, thriving, and successful business. Join Melissa today to discover how to get your brain onboard with seeing your goals all the way throu...2022-07-1238 min

The Law Firm Owner PodcastWelcome to The Law Firm Owner Podcast: Start Here!Welcome to The Law Firm Owner Podcast, a show for owners who are ready to get clearer on their vision, really know their numbers, and leverage their mindset to build a successful firm. I’m your host, facilitator, coach, and founder of Velocity Work, Melissa Shanahan, and each week I will guide you through different tactics, tools and stories to get you the results you want. I created this podcast to help owners take their firms from unorganized and unsustainable to truly intentional, so you can experience growth with greater ease. If you are ready to...2022-07-0801 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#159: Finding Evidence That Your Future Self’s Thoughts Are Already TrueIt’s the turn of the quarter, which means Melissa is digging in with her clients, reviewing the quarter they’ve just had, while also planning for the rest of the year. However, you could have the best-laid plans in place, but without this one key component, you’ll set yourself up to lose. Listen in this week as Melissa lets you in on the secret behind being the kind of person who has the results you want and are working towards right now. You’ll learn why you don’t have to wait to feel peace...2022-06-2815 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#156: A Different Path Forward as a Law Firm Owner with Jeanette MoraSo often, we have this black-and-white view of what’s possible for us in terms of our careers. We think we have to either go and work for someone else or start our own firms. But the truth is there’s some middle ground to be explored here that can pay off for you in a big way, and Melissa’s guest on the show this week did exactly that. Tune in this week as Jeanette Mora and Melissa invite you to stop writing off all the possibilities available to you. Jeanette is giving you the 30,0...2022-06-071h 09

The BreakdownProfit vs. Access to Justice: Can Your Law Firm Achieve Both?Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around buildings your business so that you can achieve the profits of your dreams AND provide the access to justice for those who often don't have a voice in the legal system. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0459 min

The BreakdownCultivating Relationship During and After COVIDWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around going out there and connecting with people to build your business. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0458 min

The BreakdownOrganizing Your Team StructureWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around how to effectively structure and organize your team (or set up that structure ahead of time if you're solo). Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0457 min

The BreakdownHow We Handle Stress & Hard DaysWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around overcoming stress, anxiety, and tough days. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-041h 00

The BreakdownWhat If We Had to Start All Over From Scratch?Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down what we'd do differently if we had to start our businesses over again from scratch. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0435 min

The BreakdownHow to Be a Better Boss, Leader, and Biz OwnerWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around mindset shifts to improve as a boss, leader, and business owner. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0449 min

The BreakdownMental Health MattersWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned mental health in the law firm world. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0458 min

The BreakdownRemoving Mental Blocks to Reach Your VisionWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around how to ultimately get to where you want to be in life and business. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0459 min

The BreakdownQuarterly Planning ROCKS!Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around quarterly planning, especially as Q1 of 2022 wraps up. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-041h 03

The BreakdownHow to Run Your Firm in an Hour a WeekWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around increasing your firm's worth by making it firm less dependant on you. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0438 min

The BreakdownCreating Leverage to Grow & Scale Your FirmWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around a powerful term, "leverage." Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-041h 01

The BreakdownHow to Network Better & Make It More FunWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around networking. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-041h 03

The BreakdownWhich Comes First, Sales or Marketing?Welcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around marketing, sales, and how to strategically prioritize between the two. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-041h 00

The BreakdownLeveling Up Your Identity as You GrowWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around evolving your mindset as you and your firm grow. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0456 min

The BreakdownHow to Cultivate Stronger TeamsWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down our biggest lessons learned around team building in a law firm setting. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0458 min

The BreakdownHost Spotlight: Going Deep with Chris WhiteWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, Joey interviews Chris to break down his background and biggest lessons learned. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-041h 02

The BreakdownHost Spotlight: Going Deep with Melissa ShanahanWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, Chris interviews Melissa to break down her background and biggest lessons learned. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0454 min

The BreakdownHost Spotlight: Going Deep with Joey VitaleWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, Chris interviews Joey to break down his background and biggest lessons learned. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0450 min

The BreakdownThe Practice of Law vs. The Business of LawWelcome to The Breakdown! In this episode, we break down the important distinctions between the PRACTICE of law and the BUSINESS of law. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-041h 02

The BreakdownWelcome to the Breakdown!Welcome to The Breakdown! In this first episode, the hosts Chris, Melissa, and Joey break down their vision and excitement for this new series. Join law firm owners & consultants Melissa Shanahan, Christopher M White, and Joey Vitale every Wednesday at 2pm ET live in The Breakdown Facebook Group.2022-06-0458 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#149: Hiring the Right People for Your FirmThere are some simple but often overlooked things we need to discuss that everyone should be doing when it comes to hiring, as well as some things Melissa has come across that we should probably be avoiding. Tune in this week to discover how to stand out from the crowd when you’re advertising for a position in your firm. Melissa shares how to appeal to your ideal candidates and draw in the high-quality talent without spending a fortune, and how to get your job listing in front of the people who need to see it. ...2022-04-1923 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#144: Use Your Calendar to Strengthen Self-TrustUse your calendar as a tool to elevate what you believe about yourself. This week Melissa shares a tactical way to set yourself up so that it is easy to believe what you want to believe about yourself and the growth of your law firm. Velocity Work Podcast episode 142: Is Your Self-Image a Match for the Firm You're Building, spoke to evolving your self-image. And in this episode, #144 Use Your Calendar to Strengthen Self-Trust, Melissa reveals how setting-up and showing-up for your calendar is a valuable way to close the gap between where you are now and wh...2022-03-1514 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#140: High or Low Results Cycle - It's Your ChoiceIf you feel busy or overwhelmed but you are still producing adequate results, you may believe this is just the way it feels to grow your law firm. It does not have to feel this way. On this special Velocity Work Podcast episode, Melissa introduces the concepts behind her newest masterclass: How to Trade Being Busy for Actual Results. This episode offers a high level overview of: - What a High Result Cycle is and how to stay in one - What a Low Result Cycle is and how to avoid getting stuck her...2022-02-0825 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#135: Improve Your Relationship to WorkGuest Molly Sonsteng, Cofounder of Caveday, joins Melissa to emphasize the important skill of monotasking. We live in world constantly vying for our attention and from the pings, dings and buzzes, everything feels urgent. In this episode, Molly and Melissa get to the heart of taking control where you have control and using that to fuel your productivity. The two emphasize how protecting small amounts of time for focused work is a necessity for meaningful progress and why facilitation and community will improve your relationship to work. How do you differentiate between the urgent work of being an attorney and the...2022-01-0448 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#134: Reflect, Celebrate, OnwardOn this special episode, Melissa and her husband Derek take a look back at the origin story of Velocity Work and how it intertwined with major events in their personal lives. Melissa reflects on what it looked like to leave the security of a job with benefits in order to move Velocity Work forward and how the questions, what can I do, and how I provide value now changed the trajectory of the company. Derek offers insight all his own. With a career spent working in start-ups, business growth and marketing, he knows first hand...2021-12-281h 04

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#130: Question Your Default ModeIn this episode, Melissa answers a relatable question posed in Velocity Work’s private Mastery Group and her response serves up some lessons that will change your firm. They start with you. We all hit barriers or obstacles on the path to our goals. And at some point, most of us react with our brain’s default mode; we get tired, we don’t want to deal with it, we don't see a path forward and we create a mess of thoughts and ideas in our head. Sometimes we place blame ourselves, sometimes on other people, software or pro...2021-12-1415 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#120: Sneaky Unprofitability Is a silent killer lurking around your firm? In episode 120, Melissa rips the bandaid off on a topic that can be more than a little difficult to talk about. Is your firm ACTUALLY profitable? You’re collecting a paycheck, so you must be in the black, right? Eh, not so fast. Melissa discusses how even if you feel your firm is turning a profit, it might be in the red and how you need to focus on numbers, not hunches, and guide your firm on facts, not feelings. Did you know that you ca...2021-10-1917 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#115: Certainty Is For Suckers Is certainty for suckers? Mmhm. In episode 115, Melissa explains how embracing uncertainty can open you up for more success and a better chance of reaching your goals. Sure, we all crave reassurance, but the nature of being an entrepreneur is uncertain. Melissa also shares a story from attorney John Fischer about how taking chances doesn’t risk anything and how the risk is NOT taking chances. There are still spots available for our October sprint! Visit www.velocitywork.com/sprint for more information.2021-09-2824 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#112: LIVE with Chris White (Part 1) This is a big one, guys. So much so that we had to split it up into TWO parts. In Part 1, Melissa welcomes Chris White. Chris is an author, speaker, teacher, branding innovator, and attorney. Chris and Melissa discuss how using simple math is the best way to take risks, why taking a break from the daily grind is necessary, and understanding your target market correctly.2021-09-1647 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#108: The Wee Things Matter Melissa is joined by a special guest this week. Her husband, Derek! He and Melissa discuss what they thought of the documentary ”Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In,” about the legendary Aberdeen and Manchester United manager. They also dive into the psychology of what makes a great coach or manager. Derek shares his perspective as a former Division 1 soccer player at Stanford - that great coaches and managers develop a positive culture that extends off the field and molds your life. Be sure to check out www.velocitywork.com/sprint to be on our list for October’s Sprin 2021-08-3156 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#107: Leading Indicators vs. Lagging Indicators Sometimes the sequel is just as good as the first one. That is true for this week’s episode. Think of episode 107 as part 2. Last week, Melissa discussed goals and rocks. This week, she focuses on leading indicators vs. lagging indicators and how leading indicators can sometimes be rocks, but rocks aren’t always indicators. Sounds a tad complex? Don’t worry! Melissa cuts everything into easily digestible, bite-sized pieces. Did you know our Mastery Group is affordable? Lock in your rate now before our price increase. Sign-up today at velocitywork.com/join .2021-08-2419 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#106: Goals vs. RocksFor those about to set rocks and goals (We salute you). Melissa breaks down the difference between setting goals and rocks. Spoiler alert: Rocks are the steps you take to reach your goals. Do you learn how to swim by reading books about swimming? No, you need to jump in the water! The same goes for setting goals and rocks. So dive in and list out the rocks you need to reach your goals. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t reach your goals. We’re striving for progress, not perfection. After all, the only way...2021-08-1730 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#105: When To Shift Your Vision To Bigger-Scale ImpactWhen hard stuff happens, take a deep breath. Remind yourself that you can handle ALL of it. Melissa goes back to episode 96 on Focus Forward Framework, but this is far from a rerun. We know it's a loaded question but, what are you aiming for? Growth for your firm. But what do YOU want for yourself and your life? Clarity on this cuts through the noise and delivers you more quickly to success. So don't focus on the grand vision until you have the life you desire. Melissa also warns listeners on using "famed methodologies"...2021-08-1025 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#104: June Sprint Lessons Learned (extras!)We're giving you more than just pretty quotes that look good on a coffee mug. We're giving you DEEP LEARNING. Melissa closes out the month with the third batch of lessons from June's Sprint. Like a delicious gumbo, the theme is a little bit of this and a little bit of that. In this Miscellaneous lesson, we discuss how to confront fears head on to get what we want. And how success shouldn't be defined by a number, but rather when we take control. Melissa also waxes poetic about former Manchester United manager Sir Alex...2021-08-0321 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#103: June Sprint Lessons Learned re: Honoring the Plan“Delay is DOOM.” Sounds a bit frightening when we say it like that, huh? Don’t be scared; Melissa has your back. This week, Melissa continues with the second batch of lessons from the June Sprint participants about honoring your plan. She discusses how even the tiniest turtle steps can make you feel better about your day and how there’s a difference between how long it takes to do something compared to when it gets done. It’s also OK to feel proud about the small things moving you forward and to take time away from your plan...2021-07-2713 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#76: How to Determine Your ROI on an Idea with Moshe AmselThis week, Melissa is joined by Moshe Amsel for a discussion of entrepreneurship and IDEAS. Having an entrepreneur's brain means that ideas probably come to you naturally, but execution and follow-through might not. Melissa and Moshe cover: how to manage your new ideas, how to think and move intentionally when making decisions, and how to discern the good ideas from the bad. 1. Join Melissa and Moshe at the Law Firm Growth Summit: lawfirmgrowthsummit.com/velocitywork -- if you sign up through us, you'll be invited to an exclusive Tax Planning Workshop for law firm owners after the summit! 2. Learn more about...2021-01-191h 20

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#55: Decide the Result You're Going to Get Next MonthChoose one result that you're going to create next month. Just one. In this week's episode, Melissa offers a few strategies for picking your One Result, and explains how to set yourself up for success in crushing that One Thing. For more on constraint, listen to episode #40. Dig into these concepts more by watching Melissa's masterclass: How to Trade Being Busy for Actual Results. Go to: www.velocitywork.com/free-masterclass to sign up. Since this episode aired, the September Sprint has concluded. For more information on our most recent program, go to velocitywork.c...2020-08-2532 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#51: Future RegretsChange begins with taking responsibility for how things turn out, both right now and in the future. This week, Melissa helps listeners get really honest with themselves about what needs to change to avoid "future regrets." Show notes: 1. If you want to learn more about being an emotional adult, check out Episode 10 of the Velocity Work Podcast. 2. For more on self-reflection, check out Episode 20, where Melissa walks listeners through a contemplative exercise on discipline and delayed gratification. 2020-07-2816 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#44: CalendaringBusiness owners who find themselves with overflowing calendars week after week aren't just busier than other business owners. If your calendar is overfull, it's because you are overfilling it. Listen in while Melissa discusses the practice of calendaring, and how to make a schedule you can actually honor. Questions about calendaring? Email: melissa@velocitywork.com 2020-06-0918 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast[Announcement] Two Weeks of Daily Accountability with Melissa ShanahanTo 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!!2020-03-2905 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#31: Win/Win/Win -- A Decision Filter to Use on the RegularUse 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. 2020-03-1018 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#30: Joey Vitale -- Thoughts, Opinions, and Lessons LearnedMelissa 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. 2020-03-031h 22

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#29: Jordan Ostroff -- Real Relationships, Better ReferralsIn 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!2020-02-251h 15

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#10: How Being an Emotional Adult Will Supercharge Your FirmMelissa explains the difference between emotional childhood and emotional adulthood, and provides a self-coaching model to help owner-attorneys find power in their perspective. Show notes: 1. Since this episode aired, we're no longer using Speakpipe. However, if you want to send us a message, please email clients@velocitywork.com 2. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/meetvelocitywork 3. Instagram: @velocity.work 4. Self-coaching model as described by Melissa: Circumstances >>> Thoughts >>> Feelings >>> Actions >>> Results 2019-10-0834 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#9: Time to Push the Reset Button? The Importance of Not Leaving Yourself in the DustMelissa shares a recent realization and some reflective questions to help and/or prevent personal depletion. Show notes for Episode 9: Katie Kenny: Hair stylist and makeup artist (@lovekatiekenny on Instagram) Jim Hacking (Maximum Lawyer): hackinglawpractice.com Questions Melissa asked herself (that you can ask yourself too!) What are you deeply grateful for cultivating these last six months? When you look at that list (above), what stands out? What patterns, if any, emerge? Is your self-care routine supporting your physical, emotional, or mental awareness? (What is your routine? And is it working?) Where does your life...2019-10-0131 min

The Law Firm Owner Podcast#8: Four Kinds of LuckLearn about the four kinds of luck and how you can create more luck in your world with Melissa Shanahan.2019-09-2430 min