When Brian Dean was searching for SEO advice back in 2012, he found a lot of generic to-do lists, with no real direction about how to execute. Deciding that a change was needed, he created a platform to provide others with the information he wished had been available to him. Nine years later, Backlinko is providing next level SEO training and link building strategies to some of the biggest companies in the world. On top of that, Brian’s latest venture, Exploding Topics, allows marketers to add y...
Nov 04, 2021•40 min
Jeremy Harms is the co founder of Core Contact, a Legal Customer Experience (CX) service that helps firms impress their clients out of the gate, and maintain strong communications throughout the journey. In this episode, Jeremy shares some of his best tips for leveling up your client communications, and breaks down how to turn those happy customers into your own grassroots marketing team! What’s In This Episode? Who is Jeremy Harms? Why is CX so important to the legal industry in particular? Wha...
Oct 28, 2021•41 min
Elliot Roe discovered the potential power of hypnotherapy whilst searching for a solution to his own mental obstacles, and, wanting to share the resource with others, swiftly trained in the craft himself. Having spent over a decade developing a unique coaching style that incorporates mindset training, high performance training, and hypnotherapy, Elliot now coaches top performers in a variety of high stakes industries, and is considered one of the best mindset coaches in the world. In this episod...
Oct 21, 2021•38 min
In many industries, acquisitions are a familiar route for those planning their retirement, yet when Jeremy Poock looked at the legal industry in the 2010s, he found the practice to be far less common. Instead, senior attorneys were more often opting to hand the kingdom keys over to an internal successor, or to shut up shop and divide up the clientele. Adamant on ensuring senior attorneys receive the rewards they deserve, Jeremy set about researching how best to facilitate acquisitions for law fi...
Oct 14, 2021•41 min
From perfecting the yellow pages promotion strategy, to mastering the modern marketing ‘Holy Trinity’ of radio, TV and web, Marc Anidjar has always been interested in making the most of advertising. As his practice, Anidjar & Levine, has gone from strength to strength, Marc has been able to experiment with his marketing strategy, while also developing his managerial style for an ever expanding team. In today’s episode, Marc shares with us his do’s and don’ts for marketing a law firm, his app...
Oct 07, 2021•35 min
Having created his practice’s first website while waiting on his bar results, Russell Nicolet wasted no time in founding Nicolet Law. With a passion to help people and a drive to expand, Russell went from having just three office appliances, to leading three companies, teaching himself each aspect of the businesses along the way. Now surrounded by a first class team, Russell is able to step back and focus on the areas that invigorate him the most. In this episode, Russell shares his motivations ...
Sep 30, 2021•46 min
Matt Wolfe is one half of the dynamic duo that hosts the spectacularly successful Hustle & Flowchart podcast. Described by the pair as ‘A Life Improvement Podcast Masquerading As A Business Podcast’, the show is jam packed with advice on a wide range of topics, provided not only by the guests, but by the hosts themselves. Matt’s background in blogging pairs perfectly with co-host Joe Fier’s visual media experience, and having spoken to Joe last week, it’s a pleasure to hear Matt fill in the ...
Sep 23, 2021•37 min
Joe Fier and Matt Wolfe have been working together since the very start of their careers. In 2017, their partnership led to both the founding of Evergreen Profits, and the launch of the Hustle & Flowchart Podcast. Four Hundred episodes later, the show has seen an impressive range of guests, from some of the biggest names in marketing to hugely successful entrepreneurs. In this two part special, we get the rare opportunity to chat individually with each of the hosting duo, and learn about the...
Sep 16, 2021•38 min
To his 600,000+ Instagram followers, Ali Awad, of Ali Awad Law, is best known as the CEO Lawyer. His entertaining and educational content, perfected over 5 years of development, exemplifies how personal injury attorneys can harness social media to maximize their visibility. In this episode, Ali shares with us his best tips and tricks for using Instagram to grow your business, as well as his ethos for building and scaling a great team.
Sep 09, 2021•40 min
Mark Kosieradzki is a Minnesota-based attorney whose practice is dedicated to fighting for senior citizens against nursing home abuse and neglect. Mark is also the preeminent scholar on Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 30(b)(6), which allows prosecutors to depose corporations more thoroughly and efficiently. 30(b)(6) is an important part of your arsenal as a prosecutor, and Mark’s here to show you how to use it best. In this episode, we discuss how 30(b)(6) can be an invaluable asset, as well as ...
Sep 02, 2021•41 min
There’s a reason that Gary Sarner named his media strategy company ROI360+. It’s because he’s focused on strategies that will maximize his clients’ return on investment. These strategies center around under-utilized channels that deliver more bang for your buck—channels like radio. After all, accidents happen on the road, and there’s no television in your car! In this episode, we talk radio, the media powerhouse that’s hiding in plain sight, and how to construct a strategy that will make you com...
Aug 26, 2021•38 min
Mike Budny is Co-Founder and Chief Influence Officer at Influex, a digital marketing company that is reinventing the personal brand landscape. They do this by identifying and communicating the essence of the brands they work with through beautiful websites and strategic copywriting. Mike and I chatted about why personal branding is so important, how web design can maximize the impact of your copy, and the key mistakes to avoid when creating a website.
Aug 19, 2021•33 min
Glen Lerner has built an everyman reputation with his delightful Lerner & Rowe TV ads and no-nonsense style. But it isn’t just anyone who can build the 2nd biggest personal injury firm in the US. On this episode, Glen shares his keen observations on the competitive state of the PI industry, where the smart money is buying ads, and why Wall Street consolidation is coming to law firms. Plus, a masterclass on how to approach a negative review.
Aug 12, 2021•43 min
A year ago, we talked to Seth Godin, legendary marketer and entrepreneur, about how to apply his philosophies to your practice. In 2021, that discussion is more relevant than ever, so we're releasing a new cut of this episode, with even more insights from Seth and Chris. Seth will change the way you think; not just about marketing, but people, communication, and how the world works. He is an elite entrepreneur and the author of 19 best-selling books, including The Dip, Purple Cow, and, most rece...
Aug 05, 2021•32 min
Dave Thomas didn’t start out in legal marketing, but he’s made a home here. As the National VP of Business Development at Law Tigers, he’s constantly finding new ways of expanding America’s largest network of motorcycle accident attorneys. Law Tigers has been able to grow because they’ve specialized in motorcyclists; they’ve built knowledge and trust in a passionate community. In this episode, Dave and I discuss the power of niching down, handling referrals differently, and how to generate tract...
Jul 29, 2021•34 min
Maria Monroy is the Co-Founder of LawRank, a San Diego firm that helps lawyers of all disciplines reach the front page of Google. As Director of Client Relations, it’s Maria’s job to translate to clients the invisible factors that dictate page rankings. It’s a rare pleasure to have a fellow legal SEO authority on the podcast. We got deep in the weeds of local SEO, including exclusivity, and the importance of physical branch location.
Jul 22, 2021•33 min
Mike Papantonio is a living legend. His work on mass torts with Levin, Papantonio, Raferty has helped tens of thousands and his media has reached millions more. He’s one of the only living people to be inducted into the National Trial Lawyers Hall of Fame and several of his cases have been made into Netflix documentaries. We were honored to have the chance to sit down with Mike and pick his brain about his conference, Mass Torts Made Perfect, and how he approaches media.
Jul 15, 2021•32 min
Shay Rowbottom is the authority LinkedIn video marketing. Through her firm, Shay Rowbottom Marketing and her LinkedIn Bootcamp, she’s sharing the techniques that have gotten her millions of views from her 630K followers. More than anyone, Shay’s got her finger on the pulse of LinkedIn. So we sat down to discuss what content plays well on LinkedIn, how businesses can approach video, and where the site is headed.
Jul 08, 2021•35 min
Harry Morton runs Lower Street, an audio production company that focuses on branded podcasts for businesses across the globe. He’s launched podcasts for some of the biggest names in tech, as well as hosted his own daily podcast, Work From Home. Harry lives and breathes audio. So we caught up with him to discuss its benefits as a marketing channel and the easy ways you can make your podcast better.
Jul 01, 2021•32 min
John Jantsch has spent over 35 years teaching small and local business owners how to make effective marketing a core part of their business. His Duct Tape Marketing method, (now a book, a business, and a consulting network) breaks down how to systematize your advertising into tangible, manageable steps. Duct Tape Marketing is also about creating trust and relationships with customers, and growing your business to meet their needs. To this end, John has also started Podcast Bookers, which allows ...
Jun 24, 2021•33 min
Steve Pockross is the CEO of Verblio, a company that connects businesses with high-quality, on-demand content. Having cut his teeth in tech and crowdfunding, he’s a newcomer to digital marketing, with fresh ideas on how to make content quick, effective, and adaptable to your business. Good quality content is both an art and a science. Steve thinks he’s found the secret to both, combining experienced writers with a system that rewards high-engagement articles. We talk about responsible outsourcin...
Jun 17, 2021•30 min
James Farrin runs The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, North Carolina's most preeminent personal injury firm, which has recovered more than a billion dollars for over 50,000 clients. If you’ve been to North Carolina, chances are, you’ve seen a James Farrin TV ad. He’s also the Founder and CEO of GrowPath, a company that creates case management and client intake software for plaintiff firms like theirs. Farrin has grown his practice from just a few employees to over 200. He’s done that by elimi...
Jun 10, 2021•36 min
Shaina Weisinger is the founder and CEO of Repurpose House. She’s pioneering the field of content repurposing, the art of taking the content you make and creating a bevy of microcontent specifically tailored to different marketing channels. In this episode, Shaina walks us through what makes good microcontent and how to format your content properly. Plus, we consider the strengths of different platforms and the tools Shaina uses to keep her social media from becoming unwieldy.
Jun 03, 2021•31 min
We’ve got exciting news: we’re rebranding! The Rankings Podcast is now Personal Injury Marketing Mastermind (or PIMM for short.) We’ve heard what you had to say, you want a show that’s 100% focused on Personal Injury Marketing. This is that show. Each week, we’ll be talking to PI all-stars to hear the marketing strategies that they rode to the top, all to get you more clients and more cases. It’s not just SEO anymore; we’re talking everything marketing. You’re going to get the whole nine yards. ...
May 27, 2021•1 min
If you want to know about digital marketing, you go to Neil Patel. He’s the co-founder of Neil Patel Digital and Forbes has called him one of the top 10 marketers in the country. He’s helped everyone from Amazon to Zappos grow their business. In this episode, we discuss how UX design affects your SEO and how to restructure your content strategy. We also dive into alternatives to Google where Neil has found success generating organic traffic and geek out about content delivery networks.
May 20, 2021•27 min
Michael Rose is a founding partner of Hach & Rose and a leading Manhattan personal injury lawyer for over 25 years. He is a 7-time New York Super Lawyer and was featured in New York Magazine’s Top-Rated Attorneys in the New York Area. We talked about delivering first-class customer service and how that impacts everything from your referrals to your search rankings. Listen in to learn about the importance of integrity in your practice and how to and how to establish lasting relationships with...
May 13, 2021•26 min
Brian LaBovick is the founder and CEO of LaBovick Law Group in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Since 1991, his firm has won more than $400 Million for clients across a range of practice areas. His tenacity and commitment to being a “Warrior for Justice” has caused Brian to emerge as a leader, both in the personal justice field and his community. Join us on this episode of The Rankings Podcast as we dive into Brian’s journey from a high schooler fighting a traffic ticket to one of the top lawyers in...
May 06, 2021•35 min
Steven Gursten is managing partner at Michigan Auto Law. Over the past 28 years, Steven has catapulted his and his firm’s reputation to new heights thanks to his laser-like focus on becoming the best auto accident lawyer and legal practice in the country. Join us on this episode of The Rankings Podcast as we discuss how Steven became the premier auto accident lawyer, what clients are looking for when they choose an attorney, and how you can position yourself as the best in your field without com...
Apr 29, 2021•41 min
James Ashcroft is a businessman and certified coach for the Entrepreneurial Operating System, a framework that businesses, including law firms, can use to create healthy workplaces in order to help them achieve their goals. As an EOS coach and implementer, James has helped countless business owners to establish their vision and gain traction, including our very own Rankings.io. In this episode of The Rankings Podcast, James tells us all about his coaching journey and how both seeking and deliver...
Apr 22, 2021•41 min
Gary Falkowitz is a man of many talents. He’s an attorney, author, consultant and the CEO of Intake Conversion Experts, an external phone answering service for law firms that facilitates lead follow-up, mass tort campaign retention, lead resurrection and more. On today’s show, Gary shares with us his journey from lawyer to independent consultant to CEO of one of the most invaluable services for law firm owners around the country. We discuss where most firms fail when it comes to their intake dep...
Apr 15, 2021•40 min