What’s the most valuable asset in your law firm? It’s not your brand, your office, or your processes—it’s your people. In this episode, Greg Lois breaks down why hiring is the single most important decision you make as a law firm leader.
You’ll learn:
- Why 80% of turnover is caused by bad hiring decisions.
- How to shift your mindset from “selling” your firm to “filtering” for fit.
- A step-by-step walkthrough of the Predictive Hiring Model by Chad Carter.
- The 5 C’s of hiring: Character, Calling, Chemistry, Competence, and Contribution.
- Practical interview questions that reveal alignment, mission, and work ethic.
This episode is a must-listen for any law firm owner, manager, or partner who wants to build a team that sticks and a workplace that thrives.
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What is “Running the Defense”?
“Running the Defense” is a podcast about transitioning from lawyer to business owner where we talk about the fundamentals of running a law firm as a business, leadership and team building, creating a differentiated service in a crowded market, and succession.
Host Greg Lois brings unparalleled subject-matter authority and real-world firm leadership experience. His voice resonates with ambitious insurance defense lawyers and emerging firm leaders—making him the perfect guide for a podcast dedicated to building, scaling, and leading the successful defense firm.
