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The Renegade Lawyer Podcast
I am more convinced than ever that nothing that traditional bar organizations are doing is going to move the needle on the sad stats on lawyer happiness ...
The root cause of all lawyers' problems is financial stress. Financial stress holds you back from getting the right people on the bus, running the right systems, and being able to only do work for clients you want to work with. Financial stress keeps you in the office on nights and weekends, often doing work you hate for people you don't like, and doing that work alone.
(Yes, you have permission to do only work you like doing and doing it with people you like working with.)
The money stress is not because the lawyers are bad lawyers or bad people. In fact, most lawyers are good at the lawyering part and they are good people.
The money stress is caused by the general lack of both business skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.
Thus, good lawyers who are good people get caught up and slowed down in bringing their gifts to the world. Their families, teams, clients, and communities are not well-served because you can't serve others at your top level when you are constantly worrying about money.
We can blame the law schools and the elites of the profession who are running bar organizations, but to blame anyone else for your own woes is a loser's game. It is, in itself, a restrictive, narrow, mindset that will keep you from ever seeing, let alone experiencing, a better future.
Lawyers need to be in rooms with other entrepreneurs. They need to hang with people who won't tell you that your dreams are too big or that "they" or "the system "won't allow you to achieve them. They need to be in rooms where people will be in their ear telling them that their dreams are too small.
Get in better rooms. That would be the first step.
Second step, ignore every piece of advice any general organized bar is giving about how to make your firm or your life better.
Episodes
253 episodes
Ep. 253 – Likes Don't Pay the Bills
Likes and followers don't automatically grow your business. Know what you're investing, what result you expect, and whether that investment is actually bringing business back.
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Ep. 252 – Be Ruthless With Your Time
Being ruthless doesn't mean being mean. It means paying attention. Ben Glass explains why leaders must be ruthless with their time, priorities, and decisions—and intentionally architect their lives instead of letting their calendars control the...
Ep. 251 – Renegade Lawyer Marketing (Audio Book) – Chapter 26: Stop Wasting Money on Marketing
Great marketing isn't just about the ad. In Chapter 26 of Renegade Lawyer Marketing, Ben Glass shares four questions every lawyer should answer before launching a campaign—and explains how better follow-up, systems, and referral relati...
Ep. 250 – Kill Your To-Do List
Forget the endless to-do list. Ben Glass explains why every important task should earn a place on your calendar—and how this simple rule forces you to prioritize, delegate, and protect your time from work that doesn't deserve it.
Ep. 249 – “I’ll Just Do It Myself” Is Killing Your Growth
“If I want it done right, I’ll do it myself” is the ultimate growth limiter. Ben Glass explains why better delegation starts with better communication—and why leaders need to look at themselves first when the result doesn’t match what they had ...
Ep. 248 – Five Minutes Is Never Just Five Minutes
That “quick five-minute question” is costing you more than five minutes. Ben Glass explains why he stopped taking unplanned calls, how he protects deep-work time, and why team members should bring solutions—not just problems. Protect your ti...
Ep. 247 – Take Responsibility. Then Take Action.
Stop waiting for the perfect plan. Ben Glass explains why responsibility, clarity, and action are the real drivers of progress. Take the shot, get the results, learn from the data, and adjust—because ideas mean nothing until you execute.
Ep. 246 – Adapt or Get Left Behind
The legal industry is changing fast. Ben Glass explains why lawyers who embrace AI, delegation, new ideas, and smarter systems will have the advantage. The opportunities already exist—the question is whether you're willing to adapt and go find ...
Ep. 245 – Your Circle Determines Your Growth.
You weren't meant to do hard things alone. Ben Glass shares why accountability, coaches, mastermind groups, and the right people in your corner can change your trajectory. Find people who challenge you, cheer for you, and push you to become ...
Ep. 244 – Stop Guessing. Track Everything.
What separates smart marketing from expensive marketing? Tracking. Ben Glass and patent attorney John Rizvi discuss branding, direct-response marketing, lead attribution, physical mail, podcast content, and why law firms need to know exa...
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Ep. 243 – Luck Isn't Luck
Luck isn't always random. Ben Glass explores why “lucky” people tend to see opportunities others miss, take action instead of overthinking, and expect good things to happen. Stop asking, “What if it fails?” and start asking, “What i...
Ep. 242 – Be Known for More Than What You Do
Your reputation should go beyond your job title. Ben Glass shares how a relationship with a doctor across the hall became something much bigger than legal referrals—and why being known for what you stand for can create opportunities to lead, se...
Ep. 241 – You Did Everything Right. So Why Are You Miserable?
What happens when you do everything you're told will make you successful—and you're still miserable? Ben Glass shares a conversation with a young lawyer who followed the traditional path to success and discovered it wasn't enough. The reminder:...
Ep. 240 – One Room Can Change Your Life
One room can change the trajectory of your life. Ben Glass shares three experiences that transformed his family, business, and future—and why showing up with an open mind can expose you to the idea, person, or opportunity you didn't know you ne...
Ep. 239 – The Pause Changes Everything
The problem isn't always what happens—it's how you respond. Ben Glass shares why pausing, looking at the facts, and searching for opportunity can change everything. He also explains how books, coaches, and mastermind groups have helped reshape ...
Ep. 238 – Stop Feeling Guilty About Your Success
Success isn't just money or possessions. It's having the freedom to choose who you work with, how you spend your time, and the life you build—and not feeling guilty for creating it.
Ep. 237 – Renegade Lawyer Marketing (Audio Book) – Chapter 25, Part 2: Stop Giving Up on Your Leads
In Chapter 25, Part 2 of Renegade Lawyer Marketing, Ben Glass explains why most lawyers give up on leads far too soon. From personalized follow-up and print newsletters to referral systems and “shock and awe” packages, discover how con...
Ep. 236 – Prioritize Yourself. Period.
You are the priority. In this episode, Ben Glass explains why taking care of yourself physically, mentally, spiritually, financially, and emotionally isn't selfish—it's essential. Protect your time, prioritize what gives you energy, and everyth...
Ep. 235 – Build a Business, Not Another Job
Building a successful law firm requires more than great legal skills—it requires leadership. In this episode, Ben Glass shares the four stages of business freedom and explains why the biggest shift for any law firm owner is moving from practici...
Ep. 234 – Design a Life That Gives You Energy
What if every area of your life added energy instead of taking it away? In this episode, Ben Glass shares his framework for designing a life with intention that fuels his purpose, happiness, and success—and why work-life balance isn't the goal....
Ep. 233 - From Typewriters to AI
What does 40 years in law teach you? In this episode, Ben Glass reflects on his journey from typewriters and fax machines to today's AI-driven world. He shares lessons on adapting to change, starting a law firm without marketing experience, and...
Ep. 232 – Stop Marketing to Everyone
What if your marketing isn't failing because you're spending too little—but because you're trying to reach everyone?In this episode, Ben Glass explains why the most successful law firms don't market to the masses. They know exactly who t...
Ep. 231 – The One Question That Stops Conflict Cold
What can 50 years as a soccer referee teach lawyers, leaders, and entrepreneurs?In this episode, Ben Glass shares lessons from officiating more than 2,000 soccer matches and explains why the best leaders don't rush to prove they're right...
Ep. 230 – Renegade Lawyer Marketing (Audio Book) – Chapter 25, Part 1: Your Book Is Your Best Marketing Tool
In Chapter 25, Part 1 of Renegade Lawyer Marketing, Ben Glass explains why a book is far more than a credibility piece—it's one of the most effective marketing and referral tools a law firm can have. Learn how books lower a prospect's ...
