In this episode, Molly addresses a common pain point for attorneys: how to move away from micromanaging and step into effective leadership to grow their law firm. She emphasizes the importance of hiring the right people, particularly a community outreach coordinator, to take over business development tasks that can free up the attorney to focus on what they do best—practicing law.
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Quote of the Show:
“Hire for the things that you’re maybe not best at or you love too much, but you don’t want to systematize.” – Molly McGrath
Takeaways:
- Hire a Community Outreach Coordinator: Bringing in a professional with business development expertise is crucial for growing your firm without shouldering all marketing responsibilities yourself.
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Systematize Your Referral Management: Implement a process where your team manages referrals and client intake smoothly, ensuring high-quality service and consistent follow-up.
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Strategic Marketing Meetings: Conduct regular meetings focused on marketing strategies and referral tracking to optimize what’s working and eliminate ineffective practices.
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Empower Your Team: Invest in training and development programs like The Law Firm Admin Bootcamp + Academy™ to build a skilled, autonomous team that can take ownership of their roles.
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Focus on Grassroots Marketing: Prioritize community connections and referrals over expensive digital marketing, which may not be as effective without a solid foundational system in place.
Ways to Tune In:
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- Website: https://hiringandempowering.com//
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- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hiring&empoweringsolutions/
- Law Firm Admin Bootcamp: https://www.lawfirmadminbootcamp.com/
- Emotional Intelligence Training for Law Firms: https://www.lawfirmadminbootcamp.com/Emotional-Intelligence
- Get Fix My Boss Book: https://amzn.to/3PCeEhk
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