Have you ever had someone accept your job offer, then bail before day one? Yeah, me too.

It’s one of the most frustrating things I’ve experienced as a law firm owner, and lately, it’s been happening more and more. I used to think it was something I was doing wrong. But when I started reaching out to other law firm owners, from solos to mid-size firms to folks managing entire departments in Big Law, I realized this is a trend that's not just affecting me.

In this episode of Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor, I discuss why candidates are backing out after signing offers. I also talk about the emotional, cultural, and psychological shifts that are changing how people think about work, and what it means for those of us doing the hiring.

You’ll hear about:

• Why counter-offers are exploding right now
• The rise of fear, overcommitment, and last-minute FOMO
• How ego, identity, and employee disconnection play into your hiring challenges
• The generational changes no one wants to talk about
• How quiet quitting has been affecting law firms everywhere

… and a lot more.

This is part one of a two-part series, so stay tuned for the second part, coming in a few days.

For now, tune in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

There’s a new trend on the market (02:24)

How counter-offers are changing everything (12:33)

What does job anxiety have to do with this? (16:53)

Let’s talk about FOMO (18:52)

The shift in workplace mentality (24:18)

Generational and cultural shifts (28:28)

People are overselling their dissatisfaction (32:54)

Additional Resources:

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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!

Have you ever felt like the more money your law firm makes, the more stressful it becomes?

I’ve been there, and I remember the panic I felt whenever our bank balance dropped below a certain number; that one simple thing would send me into full-blown anxiety. Even worse, I didn’t know what I was doing when it came to managing money.

A financial plan would have kept me from spiralling (and spiral I did, sometimes), and this is exactly why, in this episode of Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor, I decided to share with you the financial system that helped me go from terrified to in control.

Listen now and learn:

• The one number every law firm owner should always have at their fingertips
• Why cutting expenses isn’t the answer
• How to plan for income just like you plan for expenses
• Why financial anxiety creeps in even when there’s money in the bank (and how to overcome it)
• How focusing on producing more revenue leads to true financial freedom

… and so much more!

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by money or don’t know where to start when it comes to managing your law firm's finances, this episode is for you.

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Know your “one” number (04:03)

Create a plan (08:25)

Manage your expenses (11:42)

Make more, don’t spend less (20:38)

Additional Resources:

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

⭐ Connect with us on socials:

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawFirmMentor/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/law_firm_mentor/

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!

You opened your law firm to build something lasting, and let’s be honest, working from a closet probably wasn’t part of that vision.

But that’s exactly where I ended up when we outgrew our space. Literally. A supply closet.

This is why, in this episode of Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor, I share with you the seven most commonly overlooked strategies lawyers miss when signing for office space, and how to avoid those costly missteps (so you don't end up in the same situation I ended up in).

Whether you’re stepping into your first brick-and-mortar or leveling up to support a growing team, this episode will show you how to negotiate like the savvy lawyer (and business owner) you are.

Listen now and learn:

• Why a commercial broker is your secret weapon
• The math behind your total lease cost (spoiler: it’s not just rent)
• How to negotiate free rent and other hidden benefits
• What a competition clause is
• The critical clause that gives you room to grow and room to leave

If you’re thinking of signing a lease now, then this is the episode for you, so don't miss it!

Tune in now.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Use a broker (03:55)

Do your market research (07:12)

Calculate the total cost of the lease (08:49)

Negotiate tenant inducements (11:53)

Add a competition clause (15:26)

Plan for growth (18:48)

Don’t forget an exit clause! (22:25)

Additional Resources:

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

⭐ Connect with us on socials:

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawFirmMentor/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/law_firm_mentor/

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!