335. AMMA — Scaling Smart: Building Leaders and Teams That Perform

The Game Changing Attorney Podcast with Michael Mogill

How can a law firm transcend its current boundaries and manage the intricacies of organizational growth?

In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill breaks down the essential strategies for scaling a law firm, maintaining focus amid chaos, and developing the leadership skills necessary to drive sustained growth and innovation. Success isn’t about avoiding challenges — it’s about having the mindset and systems to adapt, execute, and thrive.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

• How assessing your progress early in the year can help you adapt and stay on track with your goals
• Why investing in team incentives and aligning them with personal and firm goals can enhance performance
• The importance of identifying whether your firm’s growing pains are due to capacity or capability

Growth in your firm isn’t just about solving a set of problems; it’s about cultivating a leadership mindset that constantly evaluates and evolves to new demands. By focusing on these core elements, you transform obstacles into opportunities for development, creating a robust foundation for enduring success and innovation in legal practice.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction

02:13 – Are You Sticking to Your 2025 Goals?

05:45 – Building a Brand That Earns Trust

09:49 – Why Honoring Your Commitments is Key

13:26 – How to Leverage a Strong Reputation for Growth

17:52 – The Power of Promotion: Making Your Brand Known

21:19 – Hiring the Right People to Support Your Brand

18:45 – The One Hiring Rule That Saves You from Bad Decisions

19:27 – Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O’Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more.

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• Episode 265 — Jessica Mogill — Streamlined Operations: Relentless Execution
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