Episodes

  • Ep 56: Mastering ABA TECHSHOW 2025: Smart Strategies with Mitch Zoll & Beau Atkins
    Apr 1 2025
    Attending ABA TECHSHOW 2025? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, making the most of a legal tech conference requires the right strategy. In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers sits down with two legal innovators—Mitch Zoll, founder of Zoll Firm PLLC, and Beau Atkins, CEO of Evolve Family Law—to share expert insights on navigating TECHSHOW like a pro.Discover how to maximize your time, connect meaningfully with other attendees, and leverage both high-tech and low-tech strategies to make this conference a game-changer for your practice. From must-know networking tips to the best ways to integrate what you learn into your business, this episode is packed with practical takeaways.Tune in for an inside look at how top legal professionals approach TECHSHOW—and walk away with actionable steps to power up your conference experience.🔗 Connect with our guests:Mitch Zoll: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellzoll/Beau Atkins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beau-atkins-105a273b/📌 Join the conversation in our Power Up Your Practice community!Hosted by Ruby Powers, your guide into the heart of law practice management. Each week, learn insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who provide you with actionable advice, out-of-the-box solutions, and a fresh perspective on running your firm more effectively and efficiently.Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level. Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice on:Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com YouTube: / @powersstrategygroup LinkedIn: / rubypowers Facebook: / poweruppractice Website: https://rubypowers.comWebsite: https://rubypowerslaw.comConnect and learn more from your host, Ruby Powers:Ruby's Book: Power Up Your PracticeAvailable on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-...
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    45 mins
  • Ep 55: Feeling Overwhelmed by Automation? Simplify with Expert Strategies with Wendy Wylde
    Mar 19 2025

    In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers sits down with Wendy Wylde, CEO of Matter Flow Advisors, to dive into the power of automation and how law firms can optimize their processes with Lawmatics.🔹 Discover the top mistakes law firms make with automations — and how to avoid them. Wendy shares insights on why overcomplication, poor training, and lack of customization hold firms back.🔹 Get practical advice for beginners looking to implement Lawmatics — from automating simple tasks to understanding platform capabilities.🔹 Learn how to maximize existing automations for firms that aren’t getting the results they expected. Wendy walks through key strategies like workflow audits, staff feedback, and continuous system refinement.🔹 Explore how automation transforms law firm operations — creating more efficiency, improving client experience, and helping attorneys focus on high-impact work.💡 Plus, Wendy reveals her favorite board game and the unexpected business lessons it teaches — and shares her #1 habit for success.📌 Connect with Wendy Wylde:🔗 Website: https://www.matterflowadvisors.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-wylde/🎙 Welcome to Power Up Your Practice!Your go-to podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business — not just in it. Hosted by Ruby Powers, we bring you insights from legal trailblazers and industry experts to help you optimize, scale, and future-proof your firm.📌 Watch more episodes:🌐 https://www.powersstrategygroup.com/▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup📌 Connect with Ruby Powers:🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/🔗 https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice🔗 https://rubypowers.com/📚 Power Up Your Practice – The Book:📖 https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-Practice-Deserve/dp/B0DJB1FL5R🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments!

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    47 mins
  • EP 54: Beyond Billable Hours: How Automation Is Reshaping Law Firms with Brittany Hernandez
    Mar 18 2025

    In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers welcomes Brittany Hernandez, lawyer and Head of Legal Innovation at Gavel, to explore how legal tech and document automation are revolutionizing the way attorneys work.🔹 Discover Brittany’s journey from IP & entertainment law to legal tech leadership and how she helps lawyers scale their firms.🔹 Learn why document automation is one of the most powerful tools for efficiency and profitability in legal practice.🔹 Understand how AI and automation are reshaping legal billing, client service, and firm scalability.🔹 Gain insight into the latest tech trends and how attorneys can leverage AI-driven tools to stay ahead.📌 Connect with Brittany Hernandez:🔗 Website: https://www.gavel.io🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanylhernandez/🎙 Welcome to Power Up Your Practice!Your go-to podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not just in it. Hosted by Ruby Powers, we bring you insights from legal trailblazers and industry experts to help you optimize, scale, and future-proof your firm.📌 Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice:🌐 Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup📌 Connect with Ruby Powers:🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/🔗 Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice🔗 Website: https://rubypowers.com/📚 Power Up Your Practice – The Book:📖 Get it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-Practice-Deserve/dp/B0DJB1FL5R🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments!

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    47 mins
  • Ep 53: Women Leading Legal Tech with Nadine Heitz
    Mar 4 2025

    In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers welcomes Nadine Heitz, immigration attorney and Co-Founder & CEO of Case-Flow, a groundbreaking case management solution designed to help lawyers optimize their workflows and take control of their data. Nadine shares her journey from running her own immigration law firm to developing Case-Flow and how leveraging technology can transform law practices.🔹 Discover how Case-Flow was built on monday.com to streamline case management and boost efficiency.🔹 Learn how immigration attorneys can use legal tech tools to stay organized, manage leads, and improve client communication.🔹 Gain insights on avoiding burnout, staying productive, and navigating challenges in a fast-paced legal environment.🔹 Explore Nadine’s advocacy for women in legal tech and her advice for female attorneys looking to embrace innovation.Whether you're looking to scale your firm, implement smarter systems, or future-proof your practice, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you power up your law firm.📌 Learn more about Nadine Heitz:🔗 Website: https://workiflow.com/solutions-caseflow/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadineheitzesq/🎙 Welcome to Power Up Your Practice!Your go-to podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not in it. Hosted by Ruby Powers, we bring you insights from legal trailblazers and industry experts who share real-world strategies for running a law firm efficiently.📌 Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice:🌐 https://www.powersstrategygroup.com/▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup📌 Connect with your host, Ruby Powers:🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/🔗 https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice🔗 https://rubypowers.com/📚 Ruby’s Book: Power Up Your Practice📖 Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-Practice-Deserve/dp/B0DJB1FL5R🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and shar

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    45 mins
  • Ep 52: Master Your Finances and Learn How to Retire on Your Terms with Donald Fonseca
    Feb 25 2025

    In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers welcomes Donald Fonseca, a serial entrepreneur dedicated to achieving financial independence and helping others do the same. Donald shares his journey toward financial clarity, wealth-building, and cultivating an abundance mindset, offering practical strategies for law firm owners and entrepreneurs looking to take control of their financial future.


    🔹 Set clear financial goals and determine your FIRE number (Financial Independence, Retire Early).

    🔹 Learn how to redefine your relationship with money and break free from limiting beliefs.

    🔹 Discover the importance of an abundance mindset and how it influences wealth accumulation.

    🔹 Explore proven wealth-building strategies, including passive income and strategic investments.

    🔹 Avoid common financial mistakes that keep professionals stuck in a cycle of overwork and stress.

    🔹 Gain insights into financial discipline, consistency, and long-term success.


    Whether you're looking to scale your law firm, build a sustainable business, or create a roadmap to financial independence, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you get there.


    📌 Learn more about Donald Fonseca:

    🔗 https://www.truthsbook.com/


    🎙 Welcome to Power Up Your Practice! Your go-to law practice management podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not in it.

    Hosted by Ruby Powers, we bring you insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who share actionable advice, innovative strategies, and a fresh perspective on running your firm efficiently.

    📌 Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice:

    🌐 Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com

    ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup


    📌 Connect with your host, Ruby Powers:

    🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/

    🔗 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice

    🔗 Website: https://rubypowers.com

    📚 Ruby’s Book: Power Up Your Practice

    📖 Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-Practice-Deserve/dp/B0DJB1FL5R


    🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and let us know your thoughts!

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    52 mins
  • Ep 51: From $1.50 to Financial Freedom: Thriving as a Business Owner with Mills Bender
    Feb 18 2025

    In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers welcomes Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, a company dedicated to empowering individuals and business owners with financial literacy tools and guidance. Mills is a Fractional CFO, speaker, and author who turned her financial struggles into a mission to help others manage their money with confidence.

    🔹 Mills shares her personal journey—from having just $1.50 to becoming a financial expert.

    🔹 Learn how to shift from owning a job to owning a business.

    🔹 Discover the role of a CFO and how to be your own Chief Financial Officer.

    🔹 Get practical strategies for maximizing sales while maintaining financial stability.

    🔹 Avoid common financial pitfalls that can derail your business.

    🔹 Learn how financial literacy can empower employees and create a stable workplace.


    Whether you're a law firm owner, entrepreneur, or business professional, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build a financially sustainable and thriving business.

    Learn more about Mills Bender:

    🔗 Website: https://millsknowsbills.com/

    🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameliabender/


    Welcome to Power Up Your Practice!Your go-to law practice management podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not in it.

    Hosted by Ruby Powers, we bring you insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who share actionable advice, innovative strategies, and a fresh perspective on running your firm efficiently.

    📌 Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice:

    🌐 Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com

    ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup


    📌 Connect with your host, Ruby Powers:

    🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/

    🔗 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice🔗 Website: https://rubypowers.com

    📚 Ruby’s Book: Power Up Your Practice

    📖 Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-Practice-Deserve/dp/B0DJB1FL5R


    🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and let us know your thoughts!

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    41 mins
  • Ep 50: The Business Secret Every CEO Needs to Know with Jen Goldman
    Feb 11 2025

    In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers welcomes business transformation expert Jen Goldman, who has spent over 25 years helping 660+ businesses streamline operations, increase profitability, and build sustainable success.Jen shares her proven strategies for reducing overwhelm, optimizing team performance, and embracing change with ease. From her IDEOS process to practical steps for improving time, energy, and leadership skills, this episode is packed with actionable insights for law firm owners and professionals looking to scale smarter.Tune in to discover:* How to manage your firm with ease while empowering your team* The power of visualization in leading change and achieving long-term goals* Strategies for balancing business success with personal well-beingLearn more about Jen Goldman:🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifergoldman/****************************************************Welcome to Power Up Your Practice, the go-to law practice management podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not in it.Hosted by Ruby Powers, your guide into the heart of law practice management. Each week, learn insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who provide you with actionable advice, out-of-the-box solutions, and a fresh perspective on running your firm more effectively and efficiently.Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level. Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice on: * Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroupConnect and learn more from your host, Ruby Powers: * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice * Website: https://rubypowers.com * Website: https://rubypowerslaw.comRuby's Book: Power Up Your PracticeAvailable on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-Practice-Deserve/dp/B0DJB1FL5RSee you next time!

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    48 mins
  • Ep 49: The Future of Legal Practices with Matt Thelen
    Feb 4 2025

    In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers sits down with Matt Thelen, an attorney and startup leader, to discuss the future of law practice management and how attorneys can leverage technology to grow their firms through referrals. Matt is the CEO and Co-Founder of Attorney Share, a platform designed to maximize the value of attorney referrals. Tune in to this episode to hear about: →How attorneys can grow their practice through referrals and why they are such a powerful tool for growth in today’s legal market →How Attorney Share supports both attorneys and clients, improving the attorney-client experience and simplifying practice management →What makes Attorney Share stand out compared to other platforms in the legal space →The role technology will play in the future of law and how attorneys can integrate tech into their practice without feeling overwhelmed Learn more about Matt Thelen: •Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattthelen/ •Visit Attorney Share: attorneyshare.com ***************************************************** Welcome to Power Up Your Practice, the go-to law practice management podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not in it. Hosted by Ruby Powers, your guide into the heart of law practice management. Each week, learn insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who provide you with actionable advice, out-of-the-box solutions, and a fresh perspective on running your firm more effectively and efficiently. Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level. Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice on: •Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com •YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup Connect and learn more from your host, Ruby Powers: •LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/ •Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice •Website: https://rubypowers.com •Website: https://rubypowerslaw.com •Ruby's Book: Power Up Your Practice Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Up-Your-Practice-Deserve/dp/B0DJB1FL5R See you next time!

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    38 mins