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From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)
You started your law firm for more freedom, control, income, and flexibility. But somewhere along the way, the business started running you. From Esq. to Owner is a practical podcast for solo and small firm attorneys who are great at practicing law but are still figuring out how to lead, manage, hire, delegate, market, and grow. Hosted by Jordan Ostroff, the Hawaiian-shirt-wearing Lawyer with a Life, this show brings practical solutions with a side of candor, humor, and the occasional pop…
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From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: The Benefits of Being You feat. Bryan Haskins
I’m joined by Bryan Haskins on The Lei’d Back Life to dig into The Benefits of Being You. 🌴 Bryan’s story is proof that authenticity isn’t just about feeling…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: The "Present" of AI for Business and Life feat. Carolyn Elefant
AI isn’t just the future anymore—it’s here, shaping how we work, lead, and live right now. In this episode, Jordan sits down with Carolyn Elefant—lawyer…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: Becoming a Resilient Business Owner
In this episode of The Lei’d Back Life, I’m joined by David Lawson to talk about what it really takes to become a resilient business owner. We dig into the…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: Being a CEO
Running a business isn’t just about titles, revenue, or strategy — it’s about balance, leadership, and building a life you actually want to live. In this…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: Human Connection in the Age of AI
In a world where AI is everywhere, how do we keep our human connections strong? Mike Whelan joins me to talk about the balance between tech and relationships…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: Q&A with Jordan Ostroff feat. Victor Medina
In this special Q&A episode of The Lei’d Back Life, Jordan Ostroff sits down with estate planning attorney and financial expert Victor Medina to talk all…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: How To Actually Plan Recording
On this episode of The Leid Back Life, we’re talking about how to actually plan your content so you’re not winging every recording. Whether it’s for your…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life Podcast: Mind Like Water. Flow, Focus, Freedom
This special episode of The Lei’d Back Life features Jordan Ostroff diving into the concept of Mind Like Water—and how it can completely transform the way you…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: How to Build a Business That Allows for Vacations
Imagine a business that runs and grows while you're on vacation. Sounds like a dream, right? In this episode, Jordan sits down with Jayden Doye CPA…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Leid Back Life: Build a Business That Lets You Travel More and Stress Less
On this episode of The Lei’d Back Life, Jordan Ostroff sits down with entrepreneur and travel-lover Rory Safir to talk about building a business that doesn’t…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Lei’d Back Life: Creating a "Family" Business
What does it look like to build a business with your family—not just for them? In this episode of The Lei’d Back Life Podcast, I sit down with Adam Williams to…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Lei’d Back Life feat. Darren Wurz
Want to make work optional? 👀 Darren Wurz breaks it all down on this episode of The Lei’d Back Life!" We’re talking financial freedom, intentional living, and…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Lei’d Back Life feat. Rachel McGary
On this episode of The Lei’d Back Life, I’m joined by Rachel McGary to break down how systems aren’t just for business, they’re the foundation for a better…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Find Your People, Live a Great Life feat. Billie Tarascio
This week on The LEI'D Back Life, I’m hanging out with Billie Tarascio — founder of Modern Law and a true pioneer when it comes to innovating law firms…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Making Travel Part of a Great Life feat. Seth Price
In this episode, I’m joined by Seth Price, CEO of BluShark Digital and founding partner of Price Benowitz LLP. Seth has helped hundreds of law firms grow their…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Assistance/Assistants of a Great Life feat. Brett Trembly
Today, I’m joined by Brett Trembly, attorney, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Get Staffed Up, to talk about building your business with assistants. Brett’s…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Build a Great Life with Social Media feat. Ana Juneja
In this episode of The LEI'D Back Life, I sat down with Ana Juneja, an award-winning intellectual property attorney and the founder of Ana Law, the first and…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The Time is NOW, The Place is HERE feat. Christopher Nicolaysen
Today, I’m chatting with Christopher Nicolaysen, founding partner and CEO at Springs Law Group and a total pro when it comes to helping business owners build a…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Making Time for What/Who Matters feat. Craig Goldenfarb
In this episode of The LEI'D Back Life, I am joined by the CEO of GOLDLAW: Craig Goldenfarb. He’s made a serious shift toward prioritizing what really matters…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The 6 Pillars of a Great Life feat. Jennifer Gillman
This week on The LEI'D Back Life, I sat down with Jennifer Gillman, the founder of Gillman Strategic Group, LLC, who’s helping lawyers live better lives on…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)A Stoic Life is a Happy Life feat. Gyi Tsakalakis
In this episode, I sat down with Gyi Tsakalakis—lawyer-turned-digital marketer and the founder of AttorneySync—to talk all things marketing, mindset, and…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Organization of a Great Life
This week, we're pausing from guest interviews and diving into something I believe is essential for building a business and life you love: the organization of…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Walking Your Self-Development Journey feat. Beau Atkins
In this episode, I chat with Beau Atkins, founder of Evolve Law and a family law attorney who’s flipping the traditional firm model on its head. We dig into…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The 5 Systems of a Great Life feat. Andie Herrick
In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Andie Herrick—an executive and systems strategist who helps people create sustainable success by designing lives…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Learning Your Way to a Great Life feat. Russell Knight
In this episode of the LEI'D Back Life, I sit down with Russell Knight, an experienced family law attorney with a unique approach to running his practice. We…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Parenting Children When Your Privilege Changes feat. Ron Payne
In this episode, I sit down with Ron Payne, an attorney who recently transitioned from running his own firm for 13 years to joining a new law firm. We dive…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Living a LEI’D Back Life from the Road feat. Kristen David
In today’s episode, I sit down with Kristen David, the powerhouse behind Up Leveling Your Business, a coaching group designed to help business owners create…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)How To Spend Money the RIGHT Way (Because There is No Right Way) feat. Rho Thomas
In today’s episode of The LEI’D Back Life, I sat down with Rho Thomas, attorney, financial coach, and host of the Personal Finance for Lawyers podcast, to talk…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)What You Need to Have an Empowered Life feat. Elise Buie
In this episode of the LEI’D Back Life, I sit down with Elise Buie, founder of Elise Buie Family Law, to talk about the balancing act of entrepreneurship…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Podcasting to a Great Life (Part 2) feat. Josh Pies
In this episode of The LEI’D Back Life, I sit down with Josh Pies, the Hippie Capitalist at C47 Films Digital Studios and host of the Bootstrapped Unicorns…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Podcasting to a Great Life (part 1) feat. Josh Wilson
In this episode of the LEI'D Back Life, I sit down with Josh Wilson, a licensed real estate broker, investment banker, and host of The Deal Scout podcast, to…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)The $ # of a Great Life feat. Chelsea Williams
In this episode of The LEI'D Back Life, I welcome Chelsea Williams, the founder of Core Solutions Group, Money Mastery, and the Always and Never About Money…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Setting Boundaries for a Great Life feat. Chris Guymon
Welcome back to another episode of the LEI'D Back Life! This week, I’m joined by Chris Guymon, founder of Time Freedom Lawyers, to dive into the art of…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Finding your Passion outside of Work feat. Ryan McKeen
Welcome back to another episode of the LEI'D Back Life! Today, I sit down with Ryan McKeen, co-founder of Best Era Consultancy for law firms, to talk about…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Using Your Business to Build the Freedom You Want feat. Moshe Amsel
In this episode of the LEI'D Back Life, I sit down with Moshe Amsel for a heartfelt and insightful conversation on using the business you have to build the…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Stories from 2024
In this New Year's episode of the LEI'D Back Life, I’m joined by my assistant, Olivia, to chat about the lessons we learned in 2024. We dive into favorite…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)How to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet
In this special Christmas episode of the LEI'D Back Life, I take the mic solo to dive deep into how we can all set the foundation for making 2025 our best year…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Automating Your Way to a Great Life feat. Dan Schnurbusch
In this week’s episode, I sit down with attorney Dan Schnurbusch to explore how AI and automation have revolutionized his legal practice, allowing him to…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)3 Steps to Afford a GREAT Life feat. Terrell Turner
Welcome back to the LEI’D Back Life! In today’s episode, I am joined by Terrell Turner to discuss how to finance your LEI’D Back Life. Terrell is a husband, a…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)3 Steps to a Referral Generating Life feat. Stacey Brown Randall
In this episode of the LEI’D Back Life, I’m joined by Stacey Brown Randall to discuss making business referrals both efficient and enjoyable. Stacey Brown…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)10 Tips for Gift Giving
Welcome back to the fifth episode of the LEI'D Back Life! With the holiday seasons right around the corner, you may have already begun purchasing gifts for…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)4 Steps to Creating Your Life Scoreboard feat. Victor Medina
Welcome back to the fourth episode of the LEI’D Back Life. In today’s episode, I welcome guest Victor Medina, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Palante…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)Building an Intentional Life feat. Jay Ruane
Welcome back to the third episode of the LEI’D Back Life podcast! Today, I am joined by Jay Ruane, family man who also practices CEOship with way too many…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)(Biz) Developing Your Way To A Great Life feat. Steve Fretzin
Welcome back to the second episode of the LEI’D Back Life podcast! This week, I am joined by four-time author, podcast host, and legal business development…
From Esq. to Owner (Powered by Atticus)LEI'D Back Life - Introduction
Welcome to the first episode of the LEI'D Back Life podcast! I know too many business owners who don't enjoy running a business, don't use their business as a…