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282: Sensible & Satisfying Productivity (with David Sparks)
281: The 5 Biggest Mistakes in Using Technology (and How to Avoid Them)
280: Update on Generative AI Chatbots & How Lawyers Can Use Them Safely
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278: How to Get More Out of Podcasts You Listen to (Snipd)
277: Traction Business Coaching for Law Firms (w/ Kellam Parks)
276: Privacy vs Security: Top Tips to Avoid Hackers
275: Frictionless Scheduling (with Calendly, etc.)
274: The Year of Ninja Lawyering
273: Digital Nomadism - Part 2 (with Megan Hargroder)
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271: Automating Documents & Productizing Your Services (with Dorna Moini)
270: Build a Successful Law Firm and Run it While Living in Europe
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268: Modern Note-Taking for Lawyers with Obsidian
267: Getting The Most out of Microsoft 365 - Part 2
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265: Digital Nomadism for Lawyers (with Megan Hargroder)
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