Balancing Creativity and Compliance in Modern Law Firm Marketing
Speaking with Steph
This week, Stephanie Rodin talks with her guest, Lauren Lynch. They discuss the evolution of marketing in the legal world, the challenges of balancing creativity with compliance, and the importance of cultivating a strong organizational culture. In this episode, we discuss: How internal compliance and technology safeguards work together, Lauren details protocols for automatic disclaimers on firm websites and educational outreach to ensure all attorneys understand and meet ever-changing regulatory requirements. What sets legal marketing apart from other industries, including strict...
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Smart Hiring in the Age of AI: Insightful Tools and Techniques for Employers
Speaking with Steph
Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I address the growing impact of artificial intelligence on the modern workplace and on hiring practices. As AI is increasingly used to draft written work, refine application materials, and support other aspects of the job search, employers are confronting new challenges and opportunities in evaluating candidates and assessing the authenticity of their qualifications. In this episode, we discuss: How artificial intelligence is increasingly being used in the hiring process, including resume enhancement and...
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Building Strong Financial Foundations for Private Practices: Strategies and Stories from Sarah Webb
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This week, Stephanie Rodin talks with her guest, Sarah Webb. They discuss real-world financial challenges faced by private medical practices, best practices for accounting and cash flow management, and strategies to prevent and detect both internal and external fraud. In this episode, we discuss: Sarah's team assists with fraud prevention and cyber risk mitigation, outlining best practices for internal controls, detection of cybercrime, and real-world examples of risk management in professional settings. What common financial challenges arise for physicians and practice owners, including...
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Understanding Noncompete Updates: New Trends and Enforcement in 2025
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Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about non-compete clauses in your contracts. In this episode, we discuss: How the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has dropped its appeal on the full ban of a nationwide non-compete, but they are now challenging non-compete agreements against larger companies and sending warning letters to major healthcare facilities and staffing firms. The change in non-compete enforcement involves the FTC shifting from supporting a broad nationwide ban to focusing on particular companies that use...
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Avoiding Disaster: How Cyber Insurance Protects Against Financial and Legal Risks
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This week, Stephanie Rodin talks with her guest, Sean O’Rourke. They discuss the evolution of cyber insurance from basic coverage to advanced policies, highlighting risks like ransomware, data privacy, and social engineering. They also cover claim denials and AI's growing role in cyber risk, providing a concise overview. In this episode, we discuss: Cyber insurance is a business policy designed to help companies recover from technology and data risks, such as ransomware, data privacy breaches, wire fraud, and other cyber threats. The growing use of technology and AI, combined with the rise...
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Building Trust Online: Properly Handling Feedback and Negative Reviews
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Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about online reviews. In this episode, we discuss: You can handle negative reviews by recognizing each platform’s guidelines (Google, Yelp, Facebook, etc.) and asking for their removal if a review breaks those rules. Not all negative reviews are harmful; some may represent genuine feedback, and having a few isn't necessarily bad—it's a sign of authenticity. As a healthcare practice, responding to reviews must be in a HIPAA-compliant manner and reaching out privately for...
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Empowering Patients: John Samuels on Advocacy, Planning, and Best Practices in Healthcare
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This week, Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, John Samuels. The two chat about the critical role of healthcare advocacy, the process of guiding clients to the appropriate specialists, and how Wellworth supports individuals navigating complex medical systems. In this episode, we discuss: How Wellworth evaluates client needs What sets Wellworth apart How Wellworth builds trust when resistance to help appears, often waiting until a safe “fail” encourages acceptance The importance of a multidisciplinary team Who typically initiates contact Why healthcare navigation is essential ...
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Mergers, Growth, and Serving Clients: Behind the Scenes with William Barrett of Mandelbaum Barrett PC
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This week, Stephanie Rodin sits down with William Barrett, CEO of Mandelbaum Barrett PC, to talk about his journey from big law to building a client-focused, entrepreneurial firm. They cover the unique services the law firm offers to healthcare professionals, and the stories and lessons behind Bill’s bestselling books for dental practitioners. In this episode, you’ll hear: How an accidental speaking engagement at a dental trade show led to serving over 2,000 doctors nationwide. Why the firm’s 30+ practice areas make it a true full-service platform for both business and...
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The Top Four Essentials for a Successful Practice Merger or Sale
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Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about something that I recently went through, which was merging or selling your practice. In this episode, we discuss: Merging or selling your healthcare practice involves careful planning around contracts, employees, ongoing work, and accounts receivable to ensure a smooth transition. Start by reviewing all third-party contracts, decide which ones transfer to the buyer, which need cancellation, and check required notice periods or detailed language. Evaluate contracts,...
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A New Chapter: Joining Mandelbaum Barrett PC
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In this special solo episode of Speaking with Steph, host and attorney Stephanie Rodin shares a major career update. After years of leading her own successful firm, Rodin Legal, P.C., Stephanie is thrilled to announce that she is joining Mandelbaum Barrett PC as a Corporate Healthcare Partner as of August 1st. Stephanie reflects on the journey that brought her to this new opportunity and what this change means for her clients. With deep roots in the medical and dental communities, her passion for supporting healthcare providers remains stronger than ever. Now, as part of a full-service law...
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This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Ivy Slater. The two chat about the four pillars of a business - finance, team, marketing, and sales - and offers a deep expansion on all topics, offering the tools for business’ alignment, growth, and scalability, and peace.
In this episode, we discuss:
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What Slater Success does, and how they help their clients to scale, ensure long-term growth, and set them up for succession planning
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What business owners should be looking to run a “good, solid company”
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What four parts of a business determine scalability
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How to make sure your marketing is working with your growth and sales
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Why infrastructure is so important to where your business is and where it’s going
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How to bob and weave with your obstacles, and how to override fear and uncomfortability
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What you’ll find in Ivy’s new book, releasing soon
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A tip from Ivy on owning a business and keeping it in growth
Ivy Slater is a professionally certified business coach, speaker, best-selling author and podcast host. After owning and operating a 7-figure printing business, having been in the industry for 20 years, she started Slater Success which focuses on developing great leaders and facilitating business growth and expansion. Ivy holds masterminds and retreats with her private client base and corporate training on communication and strategic planning. She speaks nationwide on the topics of leadership, sustainable growth, relationships and sales.
Best Selling Author of From the Barre to the Boardroom
Website: https://slatersuccess.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivyslater/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SlaterSuccessCC
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ8b1sGnADlpFE2NrqUfToQ?view_as=subscribe
Her Success Story Podcast: https://slatersuccess.com/podcasts