The Practice Playbook Podcast with Susan Guthrie
Welcome to The Practice Playbook Podcast, the go-to show for legal and dispute resolution professionals who want more than just survival in their practices; they want strategy, sustainability, and success. Hosted by best-selling author, attorney, mediator, and practice development expert Susan E. Guthrie, this podcast brings you straight-talking insights, actionable tips, and real-world advice on what it takes to thrive in today’s evolving professional landscape. Whether you're a lawyer, mediator, coach, or consultant, you'll learn how to build a business that reflects your values, supports your lifestyle, and positions you as a trusted expert. Each episode pulls from the strategies in The Practice Playbook book series, featuring topics like: Ditching the billable hour and implementing flat fees with confidence Building a thought leadership brand that attracts ideal clients Using AI and technology to streamline your workflow and boost productivity Mastering client experience, referrals, and pricing strategy Real-world case studies, expert interviews, and practice-building stories From the creator of The Flat Fee Playbook, The Thought Leadership Playbook, and The Practice Accelerator membership community - this is your weekly shot of clarity, confidence, and momentum. Your practice doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It just needs a better playbook.
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The Top 3 Must-Dos for Modern Marketing in Dispute Resolution on the Practice Playbook Podcast #546
Most professionals in dispute resolution don’t start out dreaming of marketing strategies and social media plans, they become mediators, arbitrators, and facilitators because they want to help people resolve conflict, not “sell” themselves. Marketing done right isn’t about selling at all, it’s about educating, connecti
Early Wins: How Adding EDR Can Accelerate Your Practice Growth with Anne Jordan on The Practice Playbook Podcast #545
If you’ve been looking for ways to expand your services, stand out in a competitive market, and deliver greater value to your clients, this week’s conversation is for you. Early Dispute Resolution (EDR) is transforming the way practitioners help clients resolve cases, faster, more cost-effectively, and with higher sati
Understanding Your Perfect Client: The Key to a Thriving Practice with Susan Guthrie on The Practice Playbook Podcast #544
Susan Guthrie welcomes you back to The Practice Playbook Podcast with a focus on one of the most important shifts you can make in your business: moving from chasing clients to attracting your perfect clients. When you’re chasing, you’re hustling, discounting, and saying yes to everyone. It keeps you stuck in scarcity a
Is LinkedIn Trying to Tell You Something? Why Your Old Videos Are Suddenly Going Viral with Susan Guthrie on The Practice Playbook Podcast #543
Have you noticed something strange happening on LinkedIn lately? Old videos from months ago are suddenly resurfacing and getting traction? That’s not a glitch, it’s the algorithm talking to you. And if you’re not paying attention, you could be missing one of the biggest visibility opportunities available right now. In
Susan Guthrie is back with some big news: the podcast has a new name! Welcome to The Practice Playbook Podcast, your hub for building a smart, sustainable, and fulfilling practice. And what better way to kick things off than by tackling one of the most powerful (and most avoided) topics out there: finding your niche. N
Build It Like a CEO: The Tech You Need to Run a Successful Practice with Melissa Brogdon, CEO of FourthParty on Make Money Mediating #541
Melissa Brogdon, CEO and co-founder of Fourth Party, joins me today for a must-listen conversation on the backbone of every successful mediation practice: your backend systems. Whether you're launching your practice or trying to fix one that's stalled, chances are the issue isn’t with your logo or your website colors—i
