Lara talks with Gavin Walsh, CEO and Founder of Body Fixers, about how to balance a busy career with a healthy lifestyle.

Gavin talks about the importance of sleep in your routine, the difficulties of balancing a busy schedule with fitness as you progress in your career, and the return on investment to yourself that you will see the earlier you put small habits into action.

If you’re looking to improve your overall fitness in-between a busy schedule, be sure to check out Body Fixers to start your journey today, or connect with Gavin over on LinkedIn.

Gavin’s Recommendations

Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity by Dr Peter Attia

The Dr Hyman Show - Apple Podcasts - Spotify

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Adele Bebbington-Plant, Director at Cullimore Dutton, talks with Lara about the power of delegation and fostering connections within the workplace.

She also sheds light on what makes Cullimore Dutton stand out from the traditional law firm model, offering a fresh perspective on their innovative approach. Adele discusses how recent shifts in government and legislation could shape the legal landscape in the coming year - and why nurturing your team’s ambitions can lead to extraordinary success, both individually and collectively.

Be sure to check out Cullimore Dutton’s wide range of legal services, or connect with Adele directly via LinkedIn.

Adele’s Recommendation

Delegate Now To Supercharge Your Profits by Dan Warburton

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Lara sits down with Tom Blandford, CFO at SurSum Advisory, to discuss all things financial as we begin a new tax year.

Tom breaks down the differences between transactional and strategic finance and why they should always factor into your financial planning, the math behind calculating your firm’s next price increase, and Tom provides some key pointers to keep in mind over the coming financial year.

If you found this episode helpful but still think your business could benefit from some financial advice, get in touch with Tom at SurSum, or connect with him directly via LinkedIn.

Tom’s Recommendations

Traction by Gino Wickman

Books and Podcasts by Tim Harford

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Stephen Brown, Managing Director at Lights-On Consulting, talks with Lara about the importance of maintaining good IT practices within your law firm.

Stephen explains the process and benefits of overhauling your IT system to work for you and your firm, the things you and your IT department should never overlook, how good data management can improve your company as a whole, and the vital importance of a good cybersecurity system.

If you’d like to assess your firm’s IT situation, you can get in touch with Stephen and the team over at Lights-On, or connect with him directly via LinkedIn.

Stephen’s Recommendations

Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss

Wolf in CIO’s Clothing by Tina Nunno

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Lara and Alison Lee, Managing Director of Biscoes Solicitors, discuss burnout in the industry and how to maintain check and balance in our hectic lives.

Alison talks about her difficult journey and relationship with work over the last year, how to shake off the bad habits that lead her to this point, and how she’s working to improve things for herself and employees.

You can get in touch with Alison and the team over at Biscoes Solicitors, or connect with Alison directly via LinkedIn.

Alison’s Recommendations

Steven Bartlet’s Diary of a CEO with Dr Sarah Berry - Spotify - Apple Podcasts

Patrick Lencioni’s Books and Podcast

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Lara chats with close friends Grant Sanders, Partner and Practice Manager at Stephen Rimmer, and Andrew Hiesley, Property Practice Group Leader at Herington Solicitors, on the importance of collaboration in the legal sector.

Learn why communication is so important in an industry where firms are particularly cautious of one another, the benefits of seeking advice from supportive networks such as LawNet and Bold Legal Group, and how law firms could learn a lot from the more corporate aspects of similar businesses on the high street.

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Grant and Andrew’s respective firms are Stephen Rimmer and Herington Solicitors, both of which would be more than happy to help you with any issues you may have.

Alternatively, if you’d like to connect with them directly, they can both be found on LinkedIn as Grant Sanders and Andrew Hiesley.

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Why is starting out in a law firm such a daunting prospect? Join Lara and Susan Glenholme, managing partner of Debenhams Ottaway Solicitors, as they discuss their experiences of working their way up through a law firm.

Learn about the women who are still having to prove themselves in the world of law, how flexible working has changed over the years, as well as how to get the most out of your time as a law firm trainee.

Susan also gives her take on asking AI the right questions and the challenges facing law firms in 2025.

You can contact Debenhams Ottaway for advice on a wide range of legal issues or get in touch with Susan directly via LinkedIn.

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Psychological Safety is today’s Buzzword! Join Lara and Nadine Stanton, CEO of Professional Training, as they assess all the things companies should be doing for their staff.

Nadine champions the working conditions for all employees as she breaks down why retention strategies should be more of a priority within law firms, the extra steps involved with hybrid working to maintain meaningful connections with your colleagues, as well as the importance of feedback in our fast paced world.

Head over to Professional Training if you’re interested in leadership coaching or other productivity and retention courses for your business, or connect with Nadine directly via LinkedIn.

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