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The 80/20 Principle

Ernie Svenson
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Generative AI Chatbots
Smith AI
Legal Practice
Digital Nomadism
Remote Work
Automated Scheduling
Networking
Linkedin
Catherine Forrest
Ethan Mollick
Overseas Virtual Assistants
Philippines
Cybersecurity
80-20 Principle
Virtual Receptionist Services
Law Practice Efficiency
Time Management
Smith.ai
Paul Weiss

This podcast is for lawyers who want more freedom, flexibility, and control over their practice. Ernie focuses on the 20% of tools and strategies—especially AI—that deliver 80% of the results. No buzzwords. No hype. Just clear, practical insights on using AI, automation, outsourcing, marketing, cybersecurity, and smart systems to reduce friction, streamline workflows, and run your practice your wa... more

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Latest Episodes

Email isn’t dead—it’s dominating. In this episode, email marketing expert Tyler Cook explains why email remains the highest ROI marketing channel for lawyers (and just about everyone else). You'll learn:

• Why email still outperforms social media... more

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There’s a better way. In thi... more

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When big news drops—whether it’s politics, celebrity scandal, or the launch of GPT-5—the internet spins into a frenzy of hot takes, half-truths, and hype.

In this episode, we discuss the rollout of GPT-5 as a case study in how to filter out bad inf... more

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Recent Guests

Tyler Cook
Email marketing expert
Episode: 315: Email is the Most Under-leveraged Marketing Channel for Lawyers (with Tyler Cook)
Wilson Zehr
Entrepreneur and marketing expert with a background in technology and finance.
ZairMail
Episode: 310: The Power of Direct Mail for Lawyers: Insights from Wilson Zehr
Lee Rudin
A personal injury lawyer based in New Orleans.
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Episode: 309: Tech-Driven Insights from Solo Lawyer Lee Rudin
Anthony Metivier
Memory expert and educator
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Episode: 305: Improve Your Memory using Proven Techniques (with Anthony Metivier)
Nancy Jeng
Co-founder of Billables AI
Billables AI
Episode: 301: Stop Losing Billable Hours: How AI Simplifies Time-Keeping & Billing for Lawyers
Jeff Austin
Estate planning attorney and remote practitioner.
Solo practice in Durham, North Carolina
Episode: 297: A Year of Remote Lawyering: How Jeff Austin Took His Practice to Patagonia
Deb Feder
Former high-stakes business attorney who now coaches business owners and attorneys.
Episode: 295: Deb Feder, a Business Attorney Now Helps Professionals Grow Their Businesses
Brian Dixon
A lawyer practicing as a digital nomad
Episode: 293: Want to Travel the World While Practicing Law? Here’s How Brian Dixon Made It Happen
Ross Guberman
Founder and CEO of Legal Writing Pro, expert in legal writing
Legal Writing Pro
Episode: 292: The Keys to AI-enhanced Legal Writing (with Ross Guberman)

Host

Ernie the Attorney
Host who provides practical insights into running a successful law practice by focusing on efficient systems, legal technology, and actionable strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Case Management Program versus Alternative

    Solo here. Love the show. Interested in a segment that pros/cons over committing to a Clio, MyCase, PracticePanther, etc. versus applying custom script or tying together specialized programs like those showcased on this pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WMD 38
    United States2 years ago
  • Just subscribe, you won't regret it!

    I wish this podcast had been around when I started my business. Sheila really gets how business owners feel and helps you to use those feeling to improve (as a person and business owner) and grow your business

    There's more wisdom in one episode of her podcast than in entire books I've read. Her episode on pricing was stellar!

    Just subscribe already, you won't regret it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amp110114
    United States3 years ago
  • Gets to the Point

    Ernie's approach is to explain various approaches to an issue - software, hardware, marketing, for example - and then tell you what he has done or would do. He is the uncommon attorney who actually says "do this." I appreciate his candor, easy going manner and succintness.

    I have been following ERNIE for many years. I usually listen to his podcast on another platform; however the most recent one on kaizen was so superior I wanted to give it a five star review for the world to see.

    Thank you E... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dwightro
    United States4 years ago
  • Every episode is helpful

    Ernie’s podcast provides a great mix of his own personal insight and perspective from his guests. Everyone on this podcast is either an attorney in the trenches or someone helping attorneys in the trenches.

    The podcast also has an amazing blend of information and entertainment. And every single episode is helpful in some way.

    I highly recommend this podcast to any solo or small firm attorney. But don’t just listen to the podcast. Take the info Ernie shares and apply it to your business/pract... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris_Esq
    United States5 years ago
  • Every new solo attorney needs to listen

    There is an incredible variety of topics that Ernie touches on that every solo or small practice attorney needs to know. A firm can be run more simply and effectively than most do, and he gives you the tech know-how to make your life easier.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dina Cataldo
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many find the content so beneficial that they feel it significantly impacts their practices and personal development.
Reviews highlight the podcast's ability to simplify complex legal strategies into usable insights for solo and small firm lawyers.
Overall, listeners recommend this as a must-listen for anyone in the legal field looking to innovate and streamline their practice.
Listeners appreciate the practical and actionable advice provided, specifically on legal management and technology use.
The host is praised for a candid and straightforward approach, making legal concepts accessible and relatable.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

315: Email is the Most Under-leveraged Marketing Channel for Lawyers (with Tyler Cook)
Q: What are the three kinds of email automations that every lawyer should set up?
The three critical campaigns are the welcome flow, the sales funnel, and long-term nurture.
310: The Power of Direct Mail for Lawyers: Insights from Wilson Zehr
Q: What are the key steps to running a successful direct mail campaign?
The key steps include targeting the right audience, creating a compelling offer, and ensuring a strong creative approach.
310: The Power of Direct Mail for Lawyers: Insights from Wilson Zehr
Q: Why is direct mail still considered effective in this digital age?
Direct mail allows proactive communication and precise audience targeting, reaching every household and business, which many digital channels cannot replicate.
303: From Russia with Passion & Drive - Miami attorney Ilona Anderson
Q: What is your opinion on AI and its role in the legal profession?
I think it's silly not to be, right? I mean, those who don't use AI will be left behind.
303: From Russia with Passion & Drive - Miami attorney Ilona Anderson
Q: So what does that look like for you, like Nuts and Bolts?
I use Claude for content creation, and I use Perplexity day to day.

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Content is centered around providing practical insights and strategies for lawyers aiming to gain more freedom and efficiency in their practices. The focus is on identifying and implementing the crucial 20% of tools and approaches that yield the majority of results, particularly emphasizing the application of artificial intelligence and automation in legal workflows. Topics often include marketing strategies, data security, and systematizing operations to enhance client service and operational efficiency. Unique to the content is the commitment to actionable advice that avoids industry jargon and hype, allowing practitioners to simplify complexities in their practices and reach their professional goals more effectively.

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1. Tyler Cook
2. Wilson Zehr
3. Lee Rudin
4. Anthony Metivier
5. Nancy Jeng
6. Jeff Austin
7. Deb Feder
8. Brian Dixon

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