School is out for a lot of you that are parents and for a lot of people, the warm months are the time of the year when they like to get away.

They like to lawyer at the beach, they like to do a lot of things that will support overall mental health, and they want to rejuvenate so that they can be their best selves.

And this is exactly why we want to make sure that you are planning your law firm in a way that allows you to be able to not just take time off and have your teams take time off, but to do that in a way that does not negatively affect your profits.

In this week’s episode of Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor, I will give you three easy strategies to plan for a successful summer, knowing that you're going to meet your numbers and hit your targets and also making sure that you are ahead of the curve for the fall ahead.

Listen in and learn:

• How to communicate and give realistic expectations on how the work this year is going to look like
• Why you need to stop and pause and remind your employees the metrics expected throughout the year
• The importance of planning around the ebb and flow of your work
• Why you need to share strategies that are conducive to the individuals that you work with

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

It’s summertime! (00:49)

Always communicate (01:38)

Be adaptable (06:43)

Plan around the productivity (11:31)

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Most law firm owners treat reference calls as a formality. Something you do at the end of the process, not something that actually matters. But you're missing a massive opportunity to get the real story behind your candidates if you do so.

In this episode of Crushing Chaos with Law Firm Mentor, I break down exactly why most reference checks fall flat and how to fix them. You’ll learn:

• The right way to ask questions that cut through the fluff
• How to extract useful feedback even the negative stuff
• The "Red Flag Funnel" technique that gets people to open up
• Why off-list references might be your secret hiring weapon
• How to assess whether someone will truly fit your firm’s culture

If you’ve ever been burned by a hire who looked great on paper but bombed in the role, this episode is a must-listen.

Don’t let another smooth-talking candidate skate by. Equip yourself with the tools to dig deeper, ask smarter, and hire better. Tune in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Common misconceptions about reference checks (01:51)

Be specific in reference questions (04:19)

The Red Flag Funnel (06:37)

Ask how the candidate will work for you (22:13)

How to handle reluctant references and off-grid references (25:41)

Additional Resources:

⚡ [Free Training] 5 steps to never stop growing: https://lawfirmmentor.net/go/

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Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor is a podcast aimed to help lawyers and law firm owners scale their business, make more money, and escape the 60-hour week grind for a life they love. Follow us wherever you get your podcasts so you don’t miss a thing!

Ever wondered why hiring the right people feels like an endless struggle?

It’s not just about finding someone who can do the job—it’s about finding someone who can hustle when the going gets tough. Someone who can think on their feet, solve problems without constant direction, and, most importantly, get things done.

If you’ve ever struggled with building a team that delivers results without handholding or felt like the hiring process just isn’t working, then this episode of Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor is for you.

In it, I share key strategies for hiring employees who can thrive in your law firm without the need for constant supervision. You'll learn:

• How to create realistic job simulations that test candidates' true abilities
• The importance of testing for resourcefulness and a "figure it out" attitude
• Why vulnerability and candor in your candidates can save you from costly mistakes
• The critical role of hiring for hustle in a small law firm setting

… and much more!

If you're ready to take control of your hiring process and stop wasting time on the wrong candidates, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you hire the best people for your team.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Want to hire for hustle? (01:01)

Trust in simulations (04:00)

Look for resourcefulness (15:20)

Don’t forget about candor and vulnerability (22:28)

Additional Resources:

⚡ [Free Training] 5 steps to never stop growing: https://lawfirmmentor.net/go/

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Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-firm-mentor-llc/

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Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor is a podcast aimed to help lawyers and law firm owners scale their business, make more money, and escape the 60-hour week grind for a life they love. Follow us wherever you get your podcasts so you don’t miss a thing!