https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/state-bar-of-michigan-on-balance--6804459enCareersCopyright Spotlight Media Studioshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/819e5355ddd37da39849fb64a6b6e465.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/state-bar-of-michigan-on-balance--6804459Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:58:59 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosSpotlight Media Studiosfeeds@spreaker.comBrought to you by the State Bar of Michigan, this podcast provides legal professionals in Michigan with insights and strategies to help you improve your practice and protect your well-being. Join us as hosts Molly Ranns and Savanna Polimeni talk with...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-4-why-pro-bono-matters-with-ashley-lowe--73016305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73016305Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLegal representation can make all the difference in court, but it is simply too expensive and out of reach for many in Michigan. Hear Lakeshore Legal Aid CEO Ashley Lowe, talk about the importance of pro bono work and its crucial role in providing...1317false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-3-facing-the-scary-with-valerie-newman--71929264https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929264Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:00:02 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosChange can be scary — but it is worth it. Listen to June’s episode of MiLawyer Podcast to hear famed conviction integrity attorney Valerie Newman’s advice on how attorneys can face the fear of changing practice areas and pivot into a career path that...1887false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-2-legal-storytelling-with-michael-j-steinberg--71929263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929263Wed, 13 May 2026 11:56:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosStorytelling isn’t just for screenwriters. It’s an important skill for attorneys to have, too. Michael J. Steinberg, a civil rights attorney, law professor, storyteller with NPR’s “The Moth Radio Hour,” and this year’s GLLC keynote speaker, explains...1344false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-1-real-talk-with-chief-justice-megan-cavanagh--71002315https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71002315Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosStruggling to balance the stress of your legal career? You’re not alone. Hear how Chief Justice Megan Cavanagh built her work-life balance, including her personal wellness practices, the tools she uses to stay grounded, and how she manages her...1814false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introduction-to-milawyer-podcast--71002314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71002314Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:02 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThe State Bar of Michigan understands the unique challenges Michigan attorneys face — and we’re here to help! Our all-new, monthly MiLawyer Podcast offers the chance to not only hear from colleagues who have been in your stressed-out shoes but also...246false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meaningful-wellbeing-in-work-life-imbalance--68726160ae2196de-8c19-11f0-bf34-17946680db1bMon, 08 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosPursuing perfect “balance” in our work and personal lives may not actually be a reasonable goal. There will inevitably be times when either work or home needs more of your attention, and that’s okay. Instead of striving for an elusive sense of...1787false1115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/record-retention-guidance-for-your-law-firm--68726168091e6dda-764b-11f0-af84-17f967c248a9Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLaw firms deal with a mountain of sensitive documents and communications, so knowing how to manage them appropriately—and ethically—is a must for every attorney. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome Alecia Chandler to discuss how to develop a robust...2086false1114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/under-pressure-confronting-the-mental-health-crisis-in-law--68726190ce14f622-6070-11f0-afd1-2322d25afb47Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWe see higher rates of mental illness, divorce, alcoholism, and more in the legal profession, but what can we do to change it? In the difficulties of the practice of law, some attorneys struggle to care for themselves in the midst of the critical care...1844false1111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-untold-secrets-to-thrive-as-a-lawyer-with-judy-selby--687261626d2071c0-44e1-11f0-ae63-0fe87c044ca4Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosDrawing from over 30 years experience in legal practice, Judy Selby’s newest book offers a wealth of knowledge for attorneys looking to move forward with confidence in their legal career. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway sit down with Judy to learn her...1637false1108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-new-study-on-lawyer-mental-health-and-wellbeing--68726165dad0453e-2ece-11f0-b56d-9fa4ab79bf5dMon, 12 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosAfter the ABA’s 2016 study of mental health and substance use disorders among lawyers, it became well known that lawyers face particular challenges concerning addiction and wellbeing and that there were often barriers to recovery. Now, nearly 10 years...1661false1111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-ai-legal-impacts-all-lawyers-should-know--687261635b3d8a5e-18e7-11f0-9313-df9849eef0c9Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWith the explosion of AI products, apps, software integrations, and more., many attorneys have no small amount of nervousness about whether they should trust this technology and, if so, how to use it to their advantage. To discuss AI’s current place...2130false1110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/managing-menopause-for-women-in-law-reclaiming-confidence-in-your-career--68726164daca215e-fdb9-11ef-9823-235e057b38a6Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:30:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThe stresses and demands of a legal career take their toll on all attorneys, but women lawyers face the additional challenge of navigating menopause in the midst of their professional journey. After a difficult personal experience with menopause...2168false1109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/previewing-aba-techshow-2025--687261844fb580fc-e763-11ef-a67f-0f5630c6169fMon, 10 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWith TECHSHOW coming up on April 2-5, Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome conference co-chairs Julie Bays and Stephen Embry to learn more about the offerings for 2025 attendees. TECHSHOW is unique amongst many legal tech conferences in that it is...1859false1108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-you-can-t-afford-to-have-a-bad-day-confidential-lap-support--687261937acc65bc-d133-11ef-9071-c741862c1a5cMon, 13 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLawyers, amongst other “safety-sensitive” professionals like doctors, police officers, etc., aren’t allowed to have a bad day at work. If you aren’t doing your best, someone could get hurt, and the weight of that responsibility can lead to mental...1624false1107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-promote-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-legal-workplaces--68726241596e39e2-b63d-11ef-9155-170ddc6fb058Mon, 09 Dec 2024 15:10:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosOur country has become increasingly diverse, but the legal profession often does not reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome Gregory Conyers to learn about his efforts toward increased diversity,...1915false1106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-lawyering-cultivating-values-and-compassion-in-the-legal-profession--68726174a582c340-9e1c-11ef-aa16-63986078ebbcMon, 11 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosUsing positive psychology tailored to the unique needs of lawyers and law students, attorney Jordana Confino helps others in the profession improve their wellbeing and thrive in legal practice. JoAnn Hathaway and Molly Ranns talk with Jordana about...2167false1105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/succession-planning-updates-for-rule-21--687261806a09a01a-8817-11ef-bb6b-bbb58893a61dMon, 14 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWhat’s next for Rule 21? After a year of progress, JoAnn Hathaway and Molly Ranns welcome April Alleman back to the podcast to learn about the updates for important elements of Michigan’s succession planning requirements. Planning for the future of...1693false1104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/balancing-wellbeing-professionalism-and-civility--68726166a1916c90-6e4d-11ef-9465-7732c408a61bMon, 09 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosBetween forty and seventy percent of all malpractice claims and disciplinary proceedings are directly related to untreated mental health or substance abuse issues. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway discuss the intersection of wellbeing and...1572false1103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-enhance-your-legal-services-with-microsoft-copilot--68726201fd337c90-5747-11ef-b708-0f282fe4227bMon, 12 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosIs AI coming for your job as an attorney? Ben Schorr of Microsoft has the short answer—no! But, AI can come alongside you to help you do your work even better. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Ben about ways lawyers can implement Microsoft...1089false1102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-health-resources-with-joe-ankus--687261924a05dd3e-3cd5-11ef-8696-5b8c988e9586Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosDue to his lived experience with stress and anxiety in the practice of law, Joe Ankus was inspired to get involved in mental health education in the legal profession. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Joe about his passion for coming alongside...2204false1101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-dissect-and-understand-your-cyber-insurance-policy--687262027b10001c-26af-11ef-88fb-8370bc9eb89dMon, 10 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosCyber threats abound in our modern world, and lawyers and law firms are prime targets due to the sensitive nature of the information they hold in trust for clients. As such, cyber insurance is becoming a necessity for attorneys, but many feel...1792false1100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-better-perspective-how-mindset-shifts-can-enrich-life-and-legal-practice--68726206ddea7eea-0eec-11ef-a375-cfb1372dc855Mon, 13 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLegal practice can be stressful, and it is all too common to go through difficult seasons which, in turn, lead to negative impacts on our overall wellbeing. But, there are ways to equip lawyers with the skills to mindfully combat this tendency. Molly...1803false199fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-lawyers-can-enhance-legal-services-and-stay-ahead-in-the-industry-with-ai--687262204a92603a-f39a-11ee-9102-8fe01e56b4a9Mon, 08 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLeveraging AI in your practice can help you create better client experiences and become a more efficient lawyer. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Mitch Jackson about ways to integrate AI into your practice to speed up legal service delivery....2124false198fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/managing-the-transition-to-life-after-legal-practice--687262002784c00a-df28-11ee-8395-378f555ec398Mon, 11 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosIt is important to attorneys to build a rich career, but just as important is the time they put into life outside of legal practice. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Kevin McGoff about his recently published book, Find Your Landing Zone: Life...1471false197fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unraveling-the-legal-tech-ecosystem-how-people-processes-and-tech-work-together--6872618894b7b950-c79c-11ee-b5c7-df07ac0ac59cMon, 12 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosTechnology can help you solve problems in your law firm, connect with clients, save time and money, and so much more. But, how do you know what tech will work best for your practice? Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Colin Levy about...970false196fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addiction-recovery-and-lawyer-wellbeing--6872620898084382-ac11-11ee-8d9b-d3c54306a24aMon, 08 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThe legal profession as a whole now has a heightened awareness of the fact that wellbeing is a critical piece in the life of a lawyer, but rates of addiction, depression, anxiety, and other mental health struggles are still high. How can we support...1275false195fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/insights-on-clio-s-2023-legal-trends-report-with-joshua-lenon--6872621419105468-9544-11ee-9fb4-3f1599b97affMon, 11 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosClio’s Legal Trends Report has given us a whole new perspective on many aspects of the profession since its inception in 2016, and the latest report has new insights in store. JoAnn Hathaway and Molly Ranns talk with Joshua Lenon about the 2023...2153false194fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recommendations-from-the-task-force-on-well-being-in-the-law--68726203dc1eec7a-8235-11ee-8c13-eb464cb5f40bMon, 13 Nov 2023 15:30:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosIn August of this year, the Michigan Task Force on Well-Being in the Law released a comprehensive report outlining current recommendations for supporting law student, lawyer, and judicial wellness. JoAnn Hathaway talks with co-chairs of the task force...1645false193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tech-foundations-and-recommendations-for-a-successful-law-firm--687262169515e3b2-6663-11ee-bb8a-c347409773d6Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWhether you’re setting up a new law firm or trying to get your current firm up to modern standards, technology absolutely must be a foundational element. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Adriana Linares about what software and tools attorneys...2407false192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bringing-transparency-to-judicial-clerkships--6872621734562b24-4e6f-11ee-82ce-abc066e6b95aMon, 11 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThe legal profession places an enormous premium on getting judicial clerkships, which usually offer both valuable learning experiences and a major boost to a young lawyer’s future prospects. But, are there potential downsides to clerkships? Some law...1721false191fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-do-more-in-less-time-with-dan-siegel-allison-johs--68726234159d0b24-3ab2-11ee-841b-3fe0d4c377bfTue, 15 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosProductivity practices are essential—even life-changing—in legal practice. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, that your time is not your own, hopelessly behind on technology, or that you just can’t seem to balance work and life, learning productivity...1729false190fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-mindfulness-in-law-movement-with-dr-nehal-patel--687261992f9e292e-1d23-11ee-b899-0308d59e58b0Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosMindfulness refers to our ability to maintain our present-moment awareness without drifting unhelpfully to the past or future. That might sound like a heady concept, but a focused, steady mind truly is helpful in life, and its applications in legal...2412false189fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lawyer-well-being-in-biglaw--68726248204cbc68-06d2-11ee-be13-bb34faf9356aMon, 12 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosIn Biglaw, there is a natural inclination amongst attorneys to build a reputation for being the best, but too often this comes at the expense of mental health and overall wellness. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Anthony Sallah and Stacy...2016false188fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rule-21-law-practice-succession-planning--68726197b5643cc8-eb6f-11ed-8362-f3c67d9b7146Mon, 08 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosNew rules effective in September 2023 will require Michigan attorneys to name a person with knowledge of their practice as well as an interim administrator in their succession plan. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome April Alleman and Alecia...2014false187fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-and-chatgpt-s-impacts-on-the-legal-profession--68726252385fa24a-dd36-11ed-bbac-2bd62b526f25Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosRapid new developments in AI and ChatGPT, especially, have given rise to many questions across the legal industry about how to use this technology both effectively and ethically. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway turn to Nicole Black for insights on the...2163false186fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/law-student-well-being-advocating-for-student-mental-health--68726218ef23df08-bf97-11ed-a8b4-374fff72dcc3Mon, 13 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThere are still significant issues surrounding law student mental health, and the pandemic added even more layers to these wellness concerns. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome David Jaffe and Janet Stearns to discuss their research and advocacy...1735false185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-women-can-speak-up-and-stand-out-with-confidence--68726251b6fa4e1a-a99d-11ed-ab02-5b9bd85d255eMon, 13 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosSome of the unique challenges women face in their careers may actually stem from differences in the ways men and women communicate in the workplace. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with bestselling author and executive coach Dr. Lois Frankel about...1633false184fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mindfulness-and-emotional-intelligence-with-katie-stanley--68726227dd702afa-8fd6-11ed-ab02-17c78fd3507bMon, 09 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosPursuing wellbeing through mindfulness helps legal professionals thrive in practice, and part of that focus should be kindness, not just to others, but to ourselves. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Katie Stanley about how caring for ourselves...2071false183fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/backups-for-your-law-firm-recovering-from-human-error-disasters-hackers-and-more--6872626766d17c5a-7a32-11ed-9928-97fdf146c352Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLawyers spend a lot of time gathering data and creating content in the course of legal practice, and losing that data could prove disastrous or even catastrophic to their firm and clients. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with John Simek to learn...1713false182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/empowering-working-parents--68726223467d8056-62a5-11ed-b7e3-7bcaec9ebc29Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosAs a mother and a professional, Lori Mihalich-Levin experienced the many challenges of working parents firsthand and discovered that there is all too often very little support for parents transitioning back to the workplace after the birth of a child....1139false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/untangling-fear-in-lawyering-with-heidi-k-brown--68726246ba4ee4ea-4813-11ed-aecd-cbe0636d0d45Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosAddressing fear and anxiety with societal mantras like “fake it ‘til you make it” or “face your fears” isn’t all that helpful, and might even be harmful to many of us. Tune in as Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Heidi K. Brown about her book,...2019false180fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-you-need-to-know-about-trauma-informed-lawyering--68726231ad987b50-2fb1-11ed-9b95-978f6274a3e3Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosUnderstanding the impact of trauma helps lawyers to better connect with and care for clients. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Aylysh Gallagher and Alexander Rusek about their recent article, An Introduction to Trauma-Informed Lawyering, to...2014false179fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-iolta-trust-account-questions--68726254f52dbc2a-16be-11ed-b54b-b7562148f154Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosTo help attorneys understand the particulars on IOLTA accounts, Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome Robinjit Eagleson to answer IOLTA inquiries commonly received by the State Bar of Michigan Ethics Helpline. Robinjit outlines the financial...982false178fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-creation-of-sustainable-healthy-and-inclusive-workspaces--68726266ccc15d4a-0459-11ed-9b19-0b1d7d6e71e7Mon, 18 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosHealthier indoor spaces are good for both you and the environment! On Balance hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Molly Ranns get a unique perspective on sustainable, inclusive, and more climate-friendly workspaces from Nicole DeNamur. Indoor spaces impact our...1417false177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-health-challenges-facing-the-legal-profession-today--687262539e57aa0e-e8fc-11ec-9e32-cf0107c04d42Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosUnique stressors that frequently accompany the life of a legal professional can still be major triggers for depression and other mental health issues. What work still needs to be done to address legal industry health and wellness? On Balance hosts...1221false176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-delta-model-lawyer-readiness-and-competency-post-covid--68726265d6cdc688-d877-11ec-859e-fb54b48caa7fMon, 23 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThe pandemic made many things change at a rapid pace, but even with this evolution, the same competency areas are still needed to thrive in the practice of law. On Balance hosts Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome Cat Moon to discuss the practice,...1626false175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/succession-planning-for-your-law-firm--687262633445111a-b936-11ec-84ac-9f238cf0c9b2Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosSuccession planning is critical for ensuring the protection of lawyers, clients, and the public; but does every lawyer need a plan? Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Alecia Chandler about how to figure out what type of plan you need and the...1370false174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditation-and-mindfulness-practices-for-legal-professionals--68726229cd056bc2-a3a9-11ec-bc15-bf8715176825Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:30:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosNegative perspectives on the legal profession can sometimes affect lawyers more than they realize, as unrealistic expectations, pressure for perfection, and even tacky lawyer jokes work against their mental health. In this On Balance podcast, Molly...2056false173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ethical-wellness-in-your-law-firm--68726259a1fdf344-8d16-11ec-b51c-0b8294b3c009Mon, 14 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLegal professionals tend to focus on rules, policies, oaths, etc., but this isn’t enough when it comes to ethical decision-making. JoAnn Hathaway and Molly Ranns welcome Victoria Vuletich to explain the components of ethical wellness and a variety of...1477false172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suicide-prevention-in-the-legal-community--687262649266fc08-7008-11ec-b1f1-27cae7ecee2eMon, 10 Jan 2022 15:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosSuicide has been a pervasive issue in the legal profession for many years, but the more we understand and talk about this issue, the more help we can give to those at risk. JoAnn Hathaway and Molly Ranns talk with Erica Grigg about her personal...1574false171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/collaboration-tools-technology-and-tips--68726271ea8a753a-59de-11ec-a42b-2fbb806f6d6dMon, 13 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosCollaboration tools, technologies that people use in order to work with each other, are useful for law firms of all sizes, and they don’t need to break the bank! Helping attorneys to communicate, meet, create and work on documents, share files, and...1746false170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gray-area-drinking-in-the-legal-profession--68726287acf821c2-4025-11ec-a358-c78b6ec6da05Mon, 08 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosHow does someone know if they have an alcohol problem? In the legal profession, alcohol consumption has long been the norm, but, for some, healthy limits become blurred and unhealthy patterns emerge. On Balance hosts Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway...1893false169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coping-with-stress-in-the-legal-profession--68726239dd63b642-2a3f-11ec-b0f8-0759f44c15c7Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosAdapting and growing through stressful circumstances creates more resilient lawyers. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway get some positive tips from Anne Chambers about how lawyers can not only cope, but learn to thrive in the face of stress. Anne focuses...1155false168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/supporting-resilience-and-mental-health-for-law-firm-employees--68726260e63ef1b0-14c7-11ec-b864-cb86af73e0c7Mon, 13 Sep 2021 19:30:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWith ongoing concerns about COVID-19 and new uncertainty arising from the Delta variant, many attorneys are feeling stuck, unsure how and when to move forward in both their personal and professional lives. So, how can lawyers and law firms alike start...1382false167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/personal-branding-tips-for-lawyers--6872624374d4c4de-f8af-11eb-85a0-7b95d3b80748Mon, 09 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosAs a lawyer, developing your personal brand may actually have the potential to improve your legal practice in more ways than you realize. 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From the NEXT Conference 2018, hosts Rob Mathis, Samantha Meinke, and Laurence Colletti talk to Clio CEO Jack Newton about 2018...1957false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-set-up-a-lean-law-firm--6872631372252d2e7c234bc092901b4ce7f29da3Tue, 18 Sep 2018 21:36:12 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThere’s a lot more to running a lean law firm than just cutting costs. Hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent talk to Larry Port about what it means to be a lean law firm, addressing common misconceptions and the core ideas that make the system...1388false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/must-do-business-development-and-marketing-activities--68726299d49d9951f7094c13a40da019698603f4Tue, 14 Aug 2018 17:20:42 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWhile both can benefit a practice, lawyers often get marketing and business development confused. 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In order to actually save time and energy, you need to train your firm's employees to use the technology correctly, whether it's Microsoft Office, Adobe, or even an...1730false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bringing-e-filing-to-michigan-courts-with-imagesoft--68726275362cbe82c5f49669b627424e29662e70Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:20:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosIn an effort to increase efficiency and improve the service of trial courts, technological advances are being implemented in the state of Michigan. 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In this episode of On Balance, hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent talk to Justice McCormack about the benefits to...916false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-skillsets-involved-in-arguing-supreme-court-cases--68726307a0f9173ff1859b5c5e3008f65310bb59Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:50:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosWhat equips a lawyer to effectively argue in the Supreme Court? In this episode of On Balance, hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent talk to Justice Wilder about what it’s like to argue cases in the Supreme Court and the different skillsets involved....817false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tomasik-exoneration-part-2--687263203c6ac1bd1e34af30204996f908f39d4dTue, 16 Jan 2018 14:40:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosIn the retrial of Dennis Tomasik, the jury only deliberated for 19 minutes before acquitting Dennis, who had been wrongfully imprisoned for close to nine years. In this episode of On Balance, hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent talk to Takura...1574false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tomasik-exoneration-part-1--6872628888baf63496c99063909f58e636b536a4Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:30:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosDennis Tomasik was wrongfully imprisoned for close to nine years before his retrial and subsequent exoneration. In this episode of On Balance, hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent talk to Kris and Marty Tieber, the attorneys who helped reconstruct...1183false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-overview-of-the-2017-next-conference--68726279a9fad7a563e24cfdfbb925b50d17ba5eTue, 16 Jan 2018 14:20:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosThe goal of the NEXT Conference is to bring lawyers together from all across Michigan in order to share ideas, make connections, and discuss the future of law. In this episode of On Balance, hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent talk to Samantha...517false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exploring-the-tension-between-lawyers-and-the-media-with-abc-s-dan-abrams--6872629013aab74c89eeab3d98583743babbea07Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:10:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosLawyers and the media may not be enemies, but they’re certainly not friends. In this episode of On Balance, hosts JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent talk to ABC’s Dan Abrams about the tension between lawyers and the media. In their discussion, they cover...589false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/teaser-introducing-the-state-bar-of-michigan-s-on-balance-podcast--68726289b9d530c5174d73dcd6ae66daccb46726Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:00:00 +0000Spotlight Media StudiosBeing a lawyer is stressful. Many struggle to balance their physical health and wellbeing with the demands of their profession. 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