035: How Cancer Helped Me Have a Great Practice and a Great Life with James Joseph
As Steve sat down with James Joseph, a globally acclaimed matrimonial attorney, his personal journey of battling cancer while building a successful law practice will leave you deeply inspired.
James’ remarkable courage, resilience, and relentless pursuit of growth, even during a year-long sabbatical for recovery, is a testament to his indomitable spirit. His exploration of his own strengths and weaknesses, coupled with his astute understanding of time management, resulted in the rise of a mission-focused firm dedicated to helping individuals cope with the complexities of divorce.
James’ story unravels the fascinating process of creating a thriving law firm from scratch, where he discovered the power of delegation and the importance of hiring a well-rounded team. He touches on the dangers of the “hero” mentality prevalent among lawyers and its potential harm to both personal well-being and organizational growth. His candid discussions around recognizing our limitations, investing in the right team members, and the necessity of taking time off for oneself are powerful reminders of the importance of work-life balance, even in demanding professions.
In this heartfelt conversation, James shares how he transformed adversity into opportunity, creating a sustainable law firm and a fulfilling life. Steve and James explore the idea of being a “hero,” the significance of delegation, and the skill sets required for managing, leading, and training a team. They delve deeper into the concept of building a sustainable law firm and recognizing and overcoming our own arrogance.
James’ journey is awe-inspiring, a living testament to the power of resilience, courage, and the will to make a difference. Join in as Steve uncovers the extraordinary story of James Joseph.
In this episode, you will hear:
- James’ journey from battling cancer to building a successful matrimonial law practice, highlighting his courage, resilience, and relentless pursuit of growth, even during adversity
- The process of creating a thriving law firm from scratch, including the power of delegation and the importance of hiring a well-rounded team
- The dangers of the “hero” mentality prevalent among lawyers and its potential harm to both personal well-being and organizational growth
- The importance of recognizing our limitations, investing in the right team members, and taking time off for oneself to maintain work-life balance in demanding professions
- The concept of building a sustainable law firm, including the necessity of delegation, management skills, and overcoming one’s own arrogance
- James’ candid discussions on transforming adversity into opportunity, creating a sustainable law firm, and leading a fulfilling life
Follow and Review:
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple ‘+‘ in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
Supporting Resources:
James Joseph: Adjunct Practice Advisor and Attorney
Steve Riley
Certified Practice Advisor & Attorney
Steve Riley has coached attorneys for more than 20 years. His one-on-one coaching focuses on a limited number of top producing attorneys committed to taking their practices to new levels of excellence, profit, and personal success. He also presents at group coaching workshops around the country for individual law firms, state bar associations, and other legal organizations.