Feeling like your legal career is on autopilot, yearning for more control and financial security? You might be surprised to know you have something in common with Dave Homyak. While Dave started as an engineer at General Motors, his story resonates deeply with lawyers seeking a path to escape the cycle of long hours and limited flexibility.

This episode of Life Beyond the Briefs is your roadmap to breaking free. Dave shares his unconventional journey from cautious real estate investor to building a thriving empire through strategic property choices and a game-changing virtual assistant (VA) company called Rockstar VAs.

Get ready to explore unconventional paths to success, and learn:

• Real Estate Revelation: Dave overcame his fear and found a property that replaced his income in just 11 months! Learn his secrets to finding hidden gems, using smart pricing, and turning properties into cash cows – from single-family homes to Smoky Mountain escapes or Ocean City beach rentals.
• Podcast Power: See how Dave leveraged his expertise on podcasts to attract clients seeking high-performing properties. Imagine turning your legal knowledge into a profitable side hustle!
• The VA Advantage: Discover how hiring a Rockstar VA (trained by Dave!) freed up his time and sparked a revolution. Rockstar VAs go beyond basic outsourcing – their intensive training ensures exceptional service, giving you back your time and a more balanced life.
• Beyond the Billable Hour: Hear Dave's inspiring story of escaping the grind, building a successful business, and giving back through charity. You too can find purpose beyond the courtroom!

Ready to trade long hours for financial freedom and building an empire? Hit play and let Dave Homyak be your guide. This episode is packed with actionable insights, a healthy dose of inspiration, and a free gift for the first 100 listeners!

Bonus! As a special thank you to our listeners, Rockstar VAs is offering a FREE Innermetrics test that unlocks your unique strengths and communication styles. It's a powerful tool used by Rockstar VAs to build dream teams, and it's yours for free! (Limited to the first 100 listeners, claim yours here: https://referral.therockstarvas.com/brian-glass/freegift)

Want to learn even more? Check out Rockstar VAs at https://therockstarvas.com/

Don't just dream of escape, make it happen! Grab your headphones and get ready to take notes.

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

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What if you could strike the perfect balance between your professional and personal life as a lawyer? Join us on "Life Beyond the Briefs" to master the art of time management using the transformative rocks, pebbles, and sand framework. Discover how prioritizing significant life activities like family time and personal development can profoundly impact your well-being, even amidst demanding professional duties. By sharing practical strategies such as leveraging a 365-day calendar, scheduling around school breaks, and dedicating time for rest, we challenge you to rethink your time allocation for a more fulfilling life.

In our second chapter, get a sneak peek of an exciting upcoming webinar where we reveal how our office achieved a remarkable 72% increase in signed PI cases year over year without spending a dime on digital marketing. Learn the secrets behind our success, including how we grew our caseload while turning off Local Service Ads (LSAs) and PPC ads. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to enhance your practice and personal life. For those who can't attend live, feel free to reach out to me for a recording. Enjoy your weekend and start making meaningful changes today!

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

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Feeling stuck as a lawyer? Drowning in cases and longing for a life beyond the billable hour? Thomas Tona, CEO of Tona Law, gets it. He built a thriving firm from the ground up, and now he's sharing the secrets to his success.

This episode is your roadmap to becoming the legal BOSS you were meant to be. We're talking:

• Lawyer to CEO Mindset Shift: Learn how Tom transformed his practice from a hustle into a well-oiled business machine (and gained time for his family in the process!).
• Unleash Your Inner Rainmaker: Master the art of targeted marketing, identify lucrative legal niches, and build a client base that fuels your growth.
• Turn Liabilities into Assets: Discover how Tom's innovative thinking turned software development and a printing company purchase into strategic advantages.
• The Power of People: From dedicated intake specialists to rockstar leadership teams, Tom reveals how investing in your human capital pays dividends.
• Never Stop Learning: Masterminds, conferences, and continuous education - Tom shares his strategies for staying ahead of the curve.
• Beyond the Billable Hour: Get a taste of the courtroom action and upcoming collaborations that will inspire your legal journey.

Ready to ditch the grind and build the legal empire of your dreams? Tom Tona's your guide. This episode is packed with actionable insights and a healthy dose of inspiration. Grab your headphones and get ready to take notes!

Want to connect with Tom and learn even more? Search for Tona Law on Google or LinkedIn, or connect with Tom directly on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tonalaw/

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

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What if the key to success lies not in your results, but in your actions? Welcome back to Life Beyond the Briefs! This week, we turn the spotlight on the unpredictable journey of the first half of the year at our law firm. The first quarter was a financial nightmare, yet when we stripped away the dollar signs, it became apparent that our team had achieved significant milestones. By the time we hit the second quarter, our consistent efforts began to bear fruit, culminating in two of our most successful months in years. This episode dissects why it's crucial to focus on controllable actions rather than just end results, especially in the rollercoaster realm of auto accident law.

Immerse yourself in our discussion on how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) has been a game-changer for us. We break down our scorecard metrics, emphasizing the importance of tracking actions like demand packages and intake efficiency over mere outcome-based goals. By honing in on these controllable factors, we've improved our conversion rates and expedited case resolutions. Tune in for a treasure trove of insights aimed at helping lawyers and law firm owners take the reins of their practice, regardless of the inherent uncertainties of the legal industry.

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

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Feeling stuck in a legal career that drains your soul?

What if you could build a thriving practice based on your values and ditch the pressure? ⚖️

Patrick Patino, The Newfangled Lawyer, throws away the old rulebook and shows you how to build a thriving law firm based on YOUR values.

This episode is packed with actionable advice, including:

• Breaking free from the "golden handcuffs" of traditional law and building a practice on your terms.
• The power of personal branding and how authenticity attracts the right clients.
• Crafting a client experience that fosters trust and referrals.
• Leveraging technology and remote work to build a flexible and fulfilling practice (goodbye, billable hour grind!).
• Patrick's Law Firm Launch Pad program - helping lawyers ditch the fear and launch their dream firms!

Ready to stop feeling like a cog in the machine and become the lawyer you were meant to be?

Hit play and unlock the secrets to practicing law YOUR way!

Feeling inspired? Patrick wants to keep the conversation going! Connect with him on LinkedIn: Patrick Patino's LinkedIn and explore his website, The Newfangled Lawyer: newfangled.legal

Need empowering and approachable bankruptcy services in Nebraska or Minnesota? High Five Legal is here to help! Visit their website: highfivelegal.com and take a fresh approach to your fresh start.

Got lingering questions? Shoot Patrick an email at patrick@newfangled.legal.

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

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In this episode of Life Beyond the Briefs, I'll walk you through our 2024 content strategy at Ben Glass Law, highlighting how to effectively generate and repurpose content across multiple platforms by leveraging AI as a supportive tool rather than relying on it completely.

Our primary driver: Avoid the pitfalls of leaning too heavily on external vendors and, instead, cultivate a robust in-house processes to elevate our firm's value.

And if you're serious about taking your law firm's marketing to the next level, we'll discuss the benefits of joining the GLM Bootcamp in Fairfax, Virginia. This episode is packed with practical strategies to boost your marketing results and elevate your practice. Don't miss out!

Interested in the Bootcamp? Code LBTB500 will save you $500 on the registration fee.

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

Want to connect with Brian?

Follow Brian on Instagram: @thebrianglass
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Struggling to attract high-value clients? Tired of the same old marketing routine? YouTube might be your secret weapon.

This episode with YouTube guru Ian Garlic will show you how to turn viewers into clients.

Here's what you'll get:

• Laser Targeting: Discover how to ditch the wasted marketing dollars and attract your ideal clients directly.
• The Client Story Goldmine: Unlock the power of authentic storytelling to build trust and explode referrals.
• From Tech Talk to Trust Talk: Learn how to transform your video content from dry to dynamic (no tech jargon required!).
• The YouTube Advantage: Find out why YouTube beats other platforms for long-term client acquisition.

Imagine:

• Building a steady stream of leads with engaging YouTube videos.
• Keeping clients informed and managing expectations through video updates.
• Boosting your firm's credibility and referral rates with powerful storytelling.

Stop spinning your marketing wheels. This episode is your roadmap to creating a YouTube channel that converts.

Tune in and transform your legal marketing strategy today!

Bonus: Dive Deeper with Ian Garlic!

• Connect with Ian:
  • Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/iangarlic
  • Website: www.videocasestory.com
  • Video Case Story Youtube: Focused on client stories & VideoCaseStory business - VCS Channel
  • Ian Garlic Personal Youtube Channel: Broader marketing theory & experimentation - Ian Garlic Personal Channel

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

Want to connect with Brian?

Follow Brian on Instagram: @thebrianglass
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Ready to break free from the grip of billable hours and take control of your law firm’s revenue? This episode of Life Beyond the Briefs is your guide to mastering the three pivotal levers that can make or break your top-line revenue: number, size, and speed. We guarantee you'll learn why honing in on just one or two of these factors can lead to better results without overwhelming your team. Discover how focusing on the number of cases, adjusting your average transaction size, or speeding up case completion can transform your firm's financial health, especially if you're in a contingency fee model.

Join us as we dissect the intricate balance of these levers, specifically for contingency fee law firms. Learn why increasing your case load might seem like a quick win but could actually harm your revenue. Understand the implications of lowering your case threshold and the potential necessity for a larger team, which in turn impacts your bottom line. This episode is packed with insights that will help you strategically grow your law firm's revenue without sacrificing efficiency or profitability. Tune in and take the first step towards designing a law practice that serves you.

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Brian Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. He is passionate about living a life of his own design and looking for answers to solutions outside of the legal field. This podcast is his effort to share that passion with others.

Want to connect with Brian?

Follow Brian on Instagram: @thebrianglass
Connect on LinkedIn