The Managing Partners Podcast: Law Firm Business Podcast

Running a law firm is about more than just practicing law—it’s about leadership, entrepreneurship, and growth. In this episode of the Managing Partners Podcast, Charley Mann breaks down the biggest mistakes attorneys make when running their firms, the mindset shift they need, and the systems that separate thriving firms from struggling ones.

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Scott Snellings is a Managing Partner and attorney at Snellings Law, based out of Frisco, Texas. His journey began in college with aspirations to become a doctor, but after not performing well in biology, he pivoted toward psychology and subsequently discovered a passion for law through an internship with a personal injury lawyer. Scott pursued legal studies at Baylor Law School, renowned for its practice court program, and since then, has climbed the ranks from working on General Motors cases at a product liability defense firm to starting his own firm in 2008. Scott is notable for his dedication to helping people through personal injury law, combining his love for medicine and desire to help those in difficult circumstances. In this invigorating episode of The Managing Partners Podcast, host Kevin Daisey welcomes Scott Snellings, a personal injury lawyer with a compelling narrative that has shaped his profession and the culture at his law firm, Snellings Law. As the conversation unfolds, Scott delves into his law journey, the transformations his career has undergone, and the principled approach he takes towards managing his law firm. The heart of the discourse concentrates on implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a holistic business model encapsulated in the book “Traction” by Gino Wickman. Scott eloquently explains how EOS has revolutionized his law firm, stressing the critical role of a structured meeting rhythm, accountability, data-driven decision-making, and the importance of maintaining a vibrant, shared culture. His firm’s success hinges on team collaboration, creativity, and guarding the core values that define their work ethic. This episode is a reservoir of insights, offering prudent counsel to law firm managers seeking sustainable growth and culture-focused entrepreneurship.

Brian Mattocks is a seasoned podcaster and a pivotal figure at Podcast Chef, a company that specializes in producing podcasts for business owners, particularly those looking to leverage podcasts as business development tools. With a couple of years under his belt as the host of the "Hard to Market" podcast, Brian possesses substantial operational experience and offers insights into using podcasting effectively for networking and business growth. In this episode of The Managing Partners Podcast, host Kevin Daisey welcomes fellow podcaster Brian Mattocks to delve into the strategic use of podcasting for law firms. Offering a blend of value and wisdom, the discussion orbits around how to deploy podcasting as a powerful networking and relationship-building tool. The conversation kicks off with insights into the common hurdles law firms encounter when starting a podcast, such as the quest for perfection and the unnecessary spending on equipment that can lead to failure without ever hitting record. Addressing the 'podcast graveyard,' Brian emphasizes the importance of simply getting started, learning the ropes, and improving over time. He advises that firms should focus on the relationship-building potential of podcasting, rather than fixating on metrics like download numbers. Further into the dialogue, Brian shares a strategic approach for both business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) law firms to cultivate their podcasts. He suggests B2C firms target channel partners and industry experts that can offer content beneficial to potential clients. He also points out that the authenticity and the strategic connections formed before and after the recording can bring substantial business benefits, transcending the value of the content itself.

Erik J. Olson talks to Troy McCollum, the Managing Partner of Layer 9 located in Virginia. For 19 Years, they have built something great as a team. Layer 9 is now listed on VA's Best Place to Work and a MSP 501 top company. Troy could not have done this without the entire team. He is proud of what they have done, the clients they continue to help. Their passion is helping companies leverage the technology they have and fill in the gaps of what they don't. They once were a break/fix computer company, now they have partnerships with clients and help workflow, risk, and assist with company decisions. They are now specializing in 3 verticals. Construction - Medical - Law. Learn from his expertise and what trends are helping grow his firm on this episode of The Managing Partners Podcast! —- Array Digital provides bold marketing that helps managing partners grow their law firms. arraylaw.com Follow us on Instagram: @array.digital Follow us on Twitter: @thisisarray Call us for a FREE digital marketing review: 757-333-3021 SUBSCRIBE to The Managing Partners Podcast for conversations with the nation's top attorneys.