The 80/20 Principle

Wisper Flow is a no-fuss AI-powered dictation tool that helps you put words into documents or emails three times faster than typing. Because it's powered by AI, it can pick up your style and get better over time.

Also, it works fabulously with apps like ChatGPT and Perplexity. In this episode, you'll learn exactly how it can streamline your workflows and free your mind for higher-level work.

Resource links

• Wisper Flow (special discount link)

Other Resources

• The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter)
• The 5 Pillars of a Tech-Powered Law Practice
• The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers)

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Discover how legal research giants like LexisNexis and Westlaw are being disrupted by low cost AI tools like ChatGPT. Smart solo lawyers are ignoring overpriced AI tools favored by BigLaw in favor of cheaper, more innovative options.

Listen to find out which AI-powered legal research options that deliver speed, savings, and simplicity without bloated price tags.

Resources from this Episode

• Carolyn Elefant's LinkedIn Post 
• ChatGPT 
• Google NotebookLM 
• Midpage 
• Westlaw 
• LexisNexis
• CoCounsel (Thomson Reuters / Casetext AI assistant)
• Fastcase
• Vincent AI (Fastcase’s AI research tool)
• Clearbrief
• Microsoft 365 Copilot

Other Resources

• The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter)
• The 5 Pillars of a Tech-Powered Law Practice
• The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers)

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Thanks to the sponsor: Smith.ai

Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you’re hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.

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In a world where we rely on digital tools to remember things, the ancient art of memory training seems to have been forgotten. Which is a shame because memory training provides many advantages—especially for lawyers who need to retain vast amounts of information.

In this episode, memory expert Anthony Metivier explains how to develop extraordinary recall using personalized techniques that make memorizing more engaging and effective. 

If you’ve ever wanted a sharper memory and a stronger mind, you’ll relish what you'll learn in this episode.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Learn about memory palaces and association strategies for organizing and recalling complex information.
• Discover real-world applications of memory mastery, especially in professions like law, for better persuasion and connection.
• Personalization of memory techniques for effective long-term retention and practical everyday use.
• Embrace the transformative power of memory training for personal growth and cognitive enhancement.

Resources from this Episode

• About Anthony Metivier
• Magnetic Memory Course by Anthony Metivier
• Anthony's podcast:  Magnetic Memory Method
• My blog post on How to Improve Memory Using Proven Techniques

General Resources

• Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers
• Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle
• Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive
• Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
• Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch
• Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free)

Mathew Kerbis transitioned his billable hour practice to one that uses subscription pricing exclusively. Find out how he did this, and how subscription pricing works for transactional lawyers. Also discover how AI is making it work even better.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Transitioning from billable hours to subscription-based legal services
• Integration of AI tools to enhance legal workflows and client satisfaction
• Flexible pricing strategies and maintaining low operating expenses
• Insights from other entrepreneurs on technology-driven innovation
• Benefits of project-based tracking over traditional time tracking

Resources from this Episode

• Mathew's website: The Subscription Attorney
• Mathew's podcast: Law Subscribed
• Mathew's LinkedIn Profile
• Paxton.ai - Service Mathew uses and recommends
• Google Notebook LM Plus - Service Mathew uses and recommends
• Perplexity Pro - Service Mathew uses and recommends

General Resources

• Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers
• Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle
• Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive
• Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
• Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch
• Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free)

In this episode you'll meet an attorney named Ilona Anderson who was originally from Russia but came to the U.S. when she was sixteen and pursued her passion for law. You'll learn about her first job working in a big Miami firm, where she handled commercial litigation cases.

We discuss the importance of using systems and her interesting take on what good systems look like in a law practice. We talked about the best tools to store SOPs, and why she's exploring the use of a popular tool called Notion (and why I recommended she think that decision through carefully).

In this episode, you will hear:

• Ilona Anderson's journey from Russian immigrant to successful Miami attorney and entrepreneur
• Founding her own employment law practice after facing career challenges and denied flexible work arrangements
• Importance of systematization and delegation in law practice management
• Embracing technology and automation tools like MyCase, GoHighLevel, and AI to enhance legal practice
• Transition from litigation to trademark law to support entrepreneurs
• Radical responsibility and mindset shifts for personal and professional growth

Resources from this Episode

• Ilona's firm website
• Ilona's LinkedIn profile
• Ilona's Substack newsletter
• Anthony Metivier's free memory training course

General Resources

• Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers
• Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle
• Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive
• Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
• Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch
• Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free)

In this episode, you'll learn that you have a photographic memory without knowing it. Just like Baton Rouge attorney Tony Clayton who can remember names and faces instantly, which helps him recall details about jury pool members, even groups of 50 to 75 people. By the end of the episode, you'll understand how to unlock this skill to remember anything you want to and you'll be completely astonished.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Unlocking the potential of photographic memory through accessible techniques.
• Exploring the historical and modern relevance of the loci system, dating back to Simonides of Ceos.
• Using mnemonic devices and bizarre visual imagery to enhance memorization and retention.
• The transformative impact of memory mastery on personal and professional growth.
• Practical applications of memory techniques, including memorizing numbers and historical figures.

Resources from this Episode

• Moonwalking with Einstein, Joshua Foer
• Deep Work, Cal Newport
• The Memory Book, Harry Lorayne & Jerry Lucas

General Resources

• Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers
• Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle
• Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive
• Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
• Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch
• Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free)

Nancy Jeng, co-founder of Billables.ai, reveals how passive time-keeping is changing the game for lawyers—capturing billable hours with zero effort and tailoring entries to your style. Learn how this AI-powered tool integrates seamlessly with Clio, Microsoft, and more, while offering surprising benefits even for lawyers who don’t bill for their time. 

In this episode, you will hear:

• The transformative power of AI in legal timekeeping and billing
• Seamless integration of Billables AI with platforms like Clio, Microsoft, and Google
• Automation of time capture processes for precise and efficient billing
• Overcoming challenges in legal time management with AI-driven tools
• Versatility of Billables AI for various billing models, including flat fee and contingency-based firms
• Emphasis on personalization and adapting to individual user preferences in billing practices

Resources from this Episode

• Billables.ai website
• 1-Minute Video Demo of Billables.ai (YouTube)
• 2-Minute video from Nancy's demo to my Inner Circle
• Nancy's email address: nancy@billables.ai
• By the way, you’re eligible for a 50% discount for the first three months of Billables if you mention you came from my podcast.

General Resources

• Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers
• Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle
• Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive
• Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
• Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch
• Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free)

Want to harness the power of AI while at the same time minimize risk? Then learn to balance critical and creative thinking as you use AI in your law practice. Listen and get concrete recommendations for making this happen now.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Exploring AI's role in enhancing legal practice for solo and small firm lawyers
• Balancing critical and creative thinking in law with AI tools
• Practical steps for integrating AI, starting with low-risk tasks
• Importance of collaborative learning and peer insights in AI adoption
• Embracing AI's potential despite its flaws and imperfections

Resources from this Episode

• Inner Circle membership link
• Loom video of How to use a Custom GPT to improve Writing

General Resources

• Click for a list of the Best Tech Tools for Lawyers
• Subscribe to: The 80/20 Principle
• Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive
• Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
• Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch
• Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free)