

The 80/20 Principle
Ernie Svenson
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 way—from anywhere.
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 way—from anywhere.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Jan 2, 2024 • 30min
274: The Year of Ninja Lawyering
Explore the concept of 'ninja lawyering' which focuses on efficiency and leveraging technology. Discover transformative tools like Loom, ConvertKit, and ChatGPT. Learn how Loom can improve asynchronous video communication and reduce meetings. Maximize outcomes with minimal resource investment using the 80/20 principle. Get tips on adopting technology strategically and recommendations for outsourcing phone answering services and referrals.

Dec 19, 2023 • 43min
273: Digital Nomadism - Part 2 (with Megan Hargroder)
Megan Hargroder, a digital nomad, shares insights on living and working from anywhere. Topics include alternatives to Airbnb, safety tips while traveling abroad, and money management strategies. They also discuss co-working spaces, language barriers, and cultural etiquette. Personal experiences with petty crime and perceptions of Americans as poor travelers are shared. Overall, the episode offers practical advice for remote work and digital nomadism.

Dec 5, 2023 • 53min
272: Legal Malpractice Insurance Made Easy
This engaging podcast explores the intricacies of malpractice insurance, cyber attacks, and employment claims in the legal field. The potential of artificial intelligence in cutting costs, increasing efficiency, and enhancing client services is also discussed. The podcast covers topics such as the importance of insurance coverage, the use of AI in legal practice, alternative billing structures for law firms, and the significance of laughter in challenging situations. Tune in to gain insights on technology, insurance, and the transformative potential of AI in the legal industry.

10 snips
Nov 21, 2023 • 47min
271: Automating Documents & Productizing Your Services (with Dorna Moini)
Attorney Dorna Moini explains how her product, Gavel, enables full intake and workflow automation. She discusses the importance of automating repetitive tasks and how innovative document automation revolutionizes traditional legal services. The concept of productizing legal services and using integrations is explored. The role of artificial intelligence in workflow development is discussed along with the importance of quick adaptation in automation projects.

Nov 7, 2023 • 1h 6min
270: Build a Successful Law Firm and Run it While Living in Europe
Lawyer Sheila Wilkinson shares her journey from building a multi-million dollar law firm to practicing law from coffee shops in Europe. She emphasizes the importance of clarity, confidence, and mental processes in overcoming hurdles. The episode also discusses risk aversion in decision-making, embracing individuality, and the challenges and advantages of living and working remotely in Europe.

6 snips
Oct 24, 2023 • 58min
269: Master of Tech, Deficient in Delegation (Interview with lawyer Brandon Siegal)
In this episode, Brandon Siegal, a seasoned Canadian tax specialist who is comfortable using technology but finds delegation more challenging, discusses software tools he uses, frustrations with Clio, benefits of the Microsoft ecosystem, inbox management strategies, setting up a second brain system, voice to text dictation with Audio Pen, Text Blaze for document organization, and technology recommendations for lawyers.

7 snips
Oct 10, 2023 • 50min
268: Modern Note-Taking for Lawyers with Obsidian
Learn about the power of digital note-taking for lawyers and the rise of Obsidian as a free and efficient note-taking app. Explore the concept of Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) and the advantages of using Obsidian, including seamless integration with markdown language and useful plugins. Discover the limitations and friction points of Obsidian, and explore resources like Obsidian University for learning and support. Also, learn about the benefits of creating multiple vaults in Obsidian and how lawyers can benefit from quick and frictionless note-taking.

9 snips
Sep 26, 2023 • 39min
267: Getting The Most out of Microsoft 365 - Part 2
In this episode, Ben Schorr, senior-level product manager for content at Microsoft, discusses various topics such as exploring Microsoft 365's mobile app, leveraging Office.com, utilizing the Quick Access Toolbar, email management and learning resources, and Windows Speech Recognition and Dictation Options.

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Sep 12, 2023 • 39min
266: Getting The Most out of Microsoft 365 - Part 1
Ben Schorr, senior-level product manager for content at Microsoft, provides insights on getting the most out of Microsoft 365 tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Topics include navigating documents in Word, building fluency and habits, Excel tips and tricks, PowerPoint's speaker coach, and using flags and drag-and-drop in Outlook.

Aug 29, 2023 • 41min
265: Digital Nomadism for Lawyers (with Megan Hargroder)
Join seasoned digital nomad Megan Hargroder as she shares the challenges and freedoms of her unique lifestyle. Topics include navigating time zones, managing remote work, cyber security, and evolving a contractual role into a full-time position. Discover the benefits of a WeWork All-Access membership and learn about staying connected with virtual SIM card app Airalo. Explore the importance of automation and outsourcing, as well as the significance of a systematic onboarding process.


