
They Don't Teach This in Law School
Law Firm Alchemy LLC
I hear it all the time from the law firm owners I coach... "They didn't teach us this in law school!" With this show, I am set on bringing outside business ideas and advice into the world of entrepreneurial law firm owners... so join as we investigate new stories and strategies each week in They Don't Teach This in Law School!
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You're Losing $25k Per Employee Because of This (Also, More Elon Musk News!)
They Don't Teach This in Law School
10/11/22 • 47 min
Why do most businesses load up on this one useless part of the work week? It's like they're begging to lose a bunch of money through inefficiencies. What is the problem? Listen to this week's episode! Also discussed this week...
- What is a "superapp" and what does Twitter have to do with it?
- Lessons from the ongoing pickleball craze
- Why trying to cash in on crazes is often bad for business
All that and more on this week's episode!
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn
- Sign up for the Law Firm Alchemy email list

Lessons from Silicon Valley Failures! (Also, Are We in a Recession?)
They Don't Teach This in Law School
09/13/22 • 42 min
You should NOT rely on Lebron James to run your law firm. We're going deep on this sports metaphor and what it means for attracting talent. Plus...
- What are complementary colors and how do you make things look prettier?
- Some light and fuzzy recession talk
- Lots of tech layoffs recently... what does this mean for your law firm, and what lessons should you learn?
All that and more on this week's episode!
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn
- Sign up for the Law Firm Alchemy email list

Are You Running a "Red Flag" Law Firm? (Also, Competition is GOOD)
They Don't Teach This in Law School
08/30/22 • 41 min
After we kick off on a discussion about the basics of video, it's time to dig into the bigger stories for this week's episode:
- How are prospective employees evaluating your law firm based on what you say during the interview?
- Also, do you even want people working for you who are so judgmental?
- What does the hearing aid industry tell us about future competition in the legal profession?
All that and more on this week's episode!
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn
- Sign up for the Law Firm Alchemy email list

Television Advertising and The Easiest Way to Kill (or Boost) Productivity
They Don't Teach This in Law School
08/23/22 • 39 min
Feel like you aren't getting much done, even though you consider yourself a productive person? This productivity killer could be to blame...
Also on this week's episode:
- Billboards, buses, and benches, oh my! Are these three advertising formats just the worst?
- What is the "scatter market" for television advertising, and should your law firm be paying attention?
- Is now the best or worst time to push deeper into marketing?
All that and more on this week's episode!
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn
- Sign up for the Law Firm Alchemy email list

Conquering the CHAOS of Law Firm Growth with Maddy Martin
They Don't Teach This in Law School
06/11/24 • 36 min
Maddy Martin of Smith.ai comes on the show to discuss the importance of "business discernment" and the need for foundational education in sales and marketing. We also explore the waves of automation and delegation in the legal profession and how to measure the impact of those changes. And then we dig into how to be a great partner with your vendors... so you get the best possible outcome from the relationship!
- Learn more about Smith.ai
- Connect with Maddy on LinkedIn
- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

Building a Multi-Million Dollar Law Firm with Adam Rossen
They Don't Teach This in Law School
06/04/24 • 50 min
Adam Rossen gives many f***s. That's kind of the secret to his success. While he may come across as all business, he really cares about his clients, his team, and his community. This kind of empathy and passion is one of the things he sees not taught in law school.
We also stumble into a big coaching moment at the end of the call, so make sure you stay tuned!
- Learn more about Rossen Law Firm
- Connect with Adam on LinkedIn
- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

How to Create a Culture of Feedback and Accountability with Elise Buie
They Don't Teach This in Law School
05/28/24 • 40 min
We have Elise Buie on the show to discuss the importance of creating a culture of feedback and accountability within her firm, where direct compassionate feedback flows in all directions. We dig into how to lead an accountable team of high performers, and delve into Elise's incredible backstory.
- Learn more about Elise Buie Family Law
- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

PERSUASIVE Communication Tactics to GET More CLIENTS with Steve Richardson
They Don't Teach This in Law School
04/16/24 • 39 min
In this episode, Steve Richardson, founder of Richardson Law Offices, shares his insights on communication and persuasion skills that are not taught in law school. He emphasizes the importance of speaking to non-lawyers in a way that resonates with them emotionally. Steve also discusses the evolution of marketing in the legal field and the power of information-based direct marketing. He highlights the significance of building and nurturing a list and the benefits of automation and AI in marketing. Steve provides valuable advice on balancing automation and DIY marketing and shares his recommended resources for further learning.

CONQUERING BURNOUT as a Law Firm Owner with AJ Yolofsky
They Don't Teach This in Law School
04/09/24 • 47 min
With a firm that's been going strong for 10 years, AJ Yolofsky knows what it's like to handle the often Sisyphean task of running the firm. It can be tiring. And, at some point, you will burnout. How you handle that moment matters.
During this episode, we talk about:
- Leadership
- Setting boundaries
- Self-care
- Controlling your calendar
- And more!
Learn more about Yolofsky Law
- Connect with AJ on LinkedIn
- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

Become a Better Salesperson (in a Law Firm) with Adam Boyd
They Don't Teach This in Law School
05/07/24 • 39 min
Adam Boyd, an expert salesman and multifaceted entrepreneur, joins the show to discuss the lack of sales training for attorneys. Adam shares his journey of becoming a salesperson and the mindset shifts he had to make to succeed. We also explore the role of industrial psychologists in personal and professional development... never heard of an "industrial psychologist?" You're in for a treat...
- Learn more about The Northwood Group
- Connect with Adam on LinkedIn
- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy
- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn
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How many episodes does They Don't Teach This in Law School have?
They Don't Teach This in Law School currently has 147 episodes available.
What topics does They Don't Teach This in Law School cover?
The podcast is about Lawyer, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Law Firm, Podcasts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on They Don't Teach This in Law School?
The episode title 'Unraveling the Complexities of Law Firm Cash Flow with Ryan Kimler' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on They Don't Teach This in Law School?
The average episode length on They Don't Teach This in Law School is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of They Don't Teach This in Law School released?
Episodes of They Don't Teach This in Law School are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of They Don't Teach This in Law School?
The first episode of They Don't Teach This in Law School was released on Aug 18, 2022.
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