This Legal Life: Lessons Learned from a Life in Legal

Launching new initiatives can be an exhilarating yet daunting journey. In this episode, our host, Ben Chirigoba, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, is joined by John Eix, Director at Crowe & Dunlevy , to explore the power of the ripple effect and how it emphasizes the impact of small actions and the importance of authenticity. Drawing inspiration from John's experience of starting a nonprofit, they...

On this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga sits down with Michelle Woodyear, Principal Consultant at Mount Insights. Michelle and Ben delve into the key pillars of creative problem-solving and their application across industries, including the legal field, to drive innovative solutions. They also explore practical techniques for overcoming creative blocks and highlight the importance o...

In this episode of This Legal Life, Raya Blakely Glover, Global Head of Business Development for Markets and Business Relationships at Bird & Bird, joins host Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, to dive into the power evolution of client-facing business development teams. Raya and Ben share how law firms' approach to business development has changed over the years, particularly in the...

Get ready for an engaging episode of This Legal Life as we welcome Allan Carton (Lead Consultant, Carton & Co) and Paul Roberts (CEO & Co-Founder, MyCustomerLens). Allan and Paul join host Ben Chiriboga (Chief Growth Officer, Nexl) to dive into the transformative power of client listening. In this episode, Allan and Paul share their expertise and insights on why law firms need to shift fro...

In this episode, our host Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, is joined by Natasha Tucker, Director, Business Development Operations at Bennett Jones SLP, to dive into the transformative power of embracing change within team relationships. Ben and Natasha share strategies for building resilience, including fostering a supportive team culture and encouraging personal growth. Together, we w...

Welcome back to another episode of This Legal Life. In this episode, our host, Chief Growth Officer Ben Chiriboga, sits down with the Director of Media Relations at Haynes and Boone, Jacob Bourne. Jacob and Ben dive into the world of collaboration and how you can create a culture of collaboration within your law firm. About Jacob: Jacob Bourne is the media relations director at Haynes Boone, an Am...

In this special edition of This Legal Life, we're bringing you the audio edition of our latest #OneFirm Webinar: Conference ROI.Want to make the most out of the 2023 event season? Join us for an exclusive #OneFirm Webinar audio version where our Chief Growth Officer Ben Chiriboga teams up with Anne Heathcock , Managing Director of Marketing at Winston & Strawn LLP , to unlock the secrets of ma...

In this thought-provoking episode of This Legal Life, our host, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl Ben Chiriboga is joined by the Director of Marketing & Communications at Crumiller , Jacob Eidinger . Ben and Jacob delve into the power of emotional investment in career growth and how it influences motivation, passion, and commitment. They explore the concept of emotional investment in the context of...

In this episode of This Legal Life, our host Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl sits down with the Director Of Knowledge Management at Levenfeld Pearlstein, Rebecca Holdredge. Together they dive into Rebecca's incredible career journey and what it takes to become the hero of your own story.

In this episode of This Legal Life, join host Ben Chiriboga (Chief Growth Officer at Nexl) as he sits down with Managing Principal at LEAP Legal, James Stapleton, for an in-depth discussion on navigating and managing conflict.

In this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga is joined by Legal Business Consultant Simon Tupon to challenge traditional notions of leadership and delve into the evolving landscape of the legal profession. Ben and Simon explore how leaders within the legal field can make their mark and redefine the conventional understanding of what it means to lead. Join us on this captivating journey a...

Join our host, Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, and Mari Cruz Taboada, Partner and Head of Client Management & Legal Innovation LEXINGTON CONSULTANTS, for an engaging conversation where they delve into the world of event networking and explore how to transform connections into valuable clients. Ben and Mari Cruz unravel the secrets of event networking, helping you navigate the art...

In this episode of This Legal Life, our host, Ben Chiriboga (Chief Growth Officer at Nexl), sits down with William M. Washington III, Global Chief Financial Officer at Baker McKenzie, about what it's like being an introvert in the legal and business world. Take a moment to read William's recent article with FORTUNE: https://fortune.com/2023/08/21/baker-mckenzie-cfo-william-m-washington-iii-embraci...

In the kick-off to season two, our host, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, Ben Chiriboga, is bringing you with him into the heart of #ILTACON2023. Ben connects with Ana Reyes, Assistant Director of Practice Group Management at Mayer Brown, Jack Davidson, Director, End User Services at Jackson Walker, Olga Mack, Vice President & CEO of CounselLink CLM at LexisNexis, Steven Lerner, Senior Reporter a...

Join host Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl and our guest Tahisha Fugate, Sr. Marketing & Business Development Manager at Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP in this transformative episode as they explore the pillars of advocacy - overcoming fear, building confidence, and embracing empathy. Discover practical tips, strategies, and tools to become a powerful advocate, including persuasive comm...

In this episode, our host Ben Chiriboga is joined by Ben Paul, CEO of The BD Ladder to explore how in order to grow and do business development successfully lawyers need to start embracing change.

Have you ever wondered why sales seem to be taboo in the legal world? In this episode, our host Ben Chiriboga is joined by Steve Freztin, President of FRETZIN, INC., to explore why many lawyers and law firms view sales as unethical.

What does it take to really grow? A team. In this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga is joined by Christine Liæker Lindberg, Director of Marketing and Communication at Wiersholm. Christine and Ben are diving into what it really takes to assemble a growth initiative team that will propel you and your firm to the next level.

Mohib Qidwai, Senior Manager of Business Development, Intellectual Property and Technology Disputes at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP joins host Ben Chiriboga for an insightful conversation on creating impactful content.---This Legal Life explores the human side of law, focusing on the dynamics between people. Host Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, invites guests to dive deep into vari...

This Legal Life explores the human side of law, focusing on the dynamics between people. Host Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, invites guests to dive deep into various relationship topics often overlooked in legal circles. The show tackles various issues affecting the legal profession, from overcoming silos and fostering collaboration to battling toxic work environments and building st...

On this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga is joined by Valerie Brennan, Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer at Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP. Ben and Valerie are diving into the captivating world of brand identity and its relevance in the legal profession.

On this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga is joined by Kelly Harbour, Chief Business Development Officer at Goulston & Storrs. Kelly and Ben have an in-depth chat about the meaning of success. They dive into challenging traditional measures of success, exploring personal fulfillment, and overcoming obstacles.

On this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga is joined by Lee Peretz, Director of Marketing & Business Development at Farrell Fritz. Lee and Ben have an in-depth chat about the power of collaboration within law firms. How can law firms collaborate better? What are the benefits of collaboration? And can collaboration foster better relationships?

In this special edition of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga sits down with some of our favourite connects from this year's Legal Marketing Association conference . Ben is joined by: Roy Sexton - Director of Marketing, Clark Hill Law Danielle Lopez - Director of Marketing, Brouse McDowell Purnima Gupta - Business Development Specialist, Greenberg Glusker LLP Betty Burns - Marketing & Public...

Sneha Ashtikar Roy (Head of Marketing at Jus Mundi & Jus Connect ) joins This Legal Life to explore the power of community in the legal world. Sneha and Ben discuss how collaboration and support can strengthen legal organizations and improve client outcomes. They dive into the importance of professional development for legal professionals and how communities can facilitate this. Ben and Sneha...