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Are you playing the long game or the short game? Melissa asks this critical question in Episode 111. If you’re out of breath and don’t get to appreciate reaching goals and milestones, you’re playing the short game. If you have the freedom to take a step back and look at the whole picture, you’re playing the long game. In most scenarios, the long game is better. Why? When you’re focusing on the so-called small things when playing the long game, you’re setting and building the foundation to continue to grow. Sign up for our Mastery Group if you’re a fan of the show and want to network with other attorneys seeking to better their firm. Lock in your rate now before our price increase. Sign-up today at: www.velocitywork.com/join

Introducing Velocity Work LIVE, our new live interview series. This series focuses on the human behind the business and discusses growth without the grind. We’re honored to have Joey Vitale, the owner and founder of several business enterprises including the Chicago-based firm, Indie Law as our first guest. Joey discusses his journey as a business owner and how he learned how to think like Link (Yes, the character from Zelda).

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You know the person who asks if you’ve watched a particular television or movie because they love it so much and they want to share it with you? That’s Melissa when it comes to the documentary, “Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In.” Are you missing out on opportunities? The sad reality is that you may not get more. Are you playing the long game, or are you stuck craving quick results? Everyone wants success to happen in a snap, but the rewards for playing the long game are much, much richer. Want to join a group of like-minded and goal-oriented individuals? Sign up for our Mastery Group! Lock in your rate now before our price increase. Sign-up today at: www.velocitywork.com/join

Melissa is joined by a special guest this week. Her husband, Derek! He and Melissa discuss what they thought of the documentary ”Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In,” about the legendary Aberdeen and Manchester United manager. They also dive into the psychology of what makes a great coach or manager. Derek shares his perspective as a former Division 1 soccer player at Stanford - that great coaches and managers develop a positive culture that extends off the field and molds your life. Be sure to check out www.velocitywork.com/sprint to be on our list for October’s Sprint!

Sometimes the sequel is just as good as the first one. That is true for this week’s episode. Think of episode 107 as part 2. Last week, Melissa discussed goals and rocks. This week, she focuses on leading indicators vs. lagging indicators and how leading indicators can sometimes be rocks, but rocks aren’t always indicators. Sounds a tad complex? Don’t worry! Melissa cuts everything into easily digestible, bite-sized pieces. Did you know our Mastery Group is affordable? Lock in your rate now before our price increase. Sign-up today at velocitywork.com/join .

For those about to set rocks and goals (We salute you).   Melissa breaks down the difference between setting goals and rocks. Spoiler alert: Rocks are the steps you take to reach your goals. Do you learn how to swim by reading books about swimming? No, you need to jump in the water! The same goes for setting goals and rocks. So dive in and list out the rocks you need to reach your goals. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t reach your goals. We’re striving for progress, not perfection. After all, the only way you fail to reach your goals is if you completely quit. It’s official! We’re hosting another FREE Masterclass. Join Melissa on August 19th at 2:00 PM EDT to discuss staying focused on what matters most to grow your firm. Register now at https://www.velocitywork.com/

When hard stuff happens, take a deep breath. Remind yourself that you can handle ALL of it. Melissa goes back to episode 96 on Focus Forward Framework, but this is far from a rerun. We know it's a loaded question but, what are you aiming for? Growth for your firm. But what do YOU want for yourself and your life? Clarity on this cuts through the noise and delivers you more quickly to success. So don't focus on the grand vision until you have the life you desire. Melissa also warns listeners on using "famed methodologies" as gospel, especially if you haven't created the life you want for yourself. Our September Sprint is sold out, but check out www.Velocitywork.com/sprint to be on our "first to know" list for October's Sprint!

We're giving you more than just pretty quotes that look good on a coffee mug. We're giving you DEEP LEARNING. Melissa closes out the month with the third batch of lessons from June's Sprint. Like a delicious gumbo, the theme is a little bit of this and a little bit of that. In this Miscellaneous lesson, we discuss how to confront fears head on to get what we want. And how success shouldn't be defined by a number, but rather when we take control. Melissa also waxes poetic about former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson about how to "make chances" to create opportunities. Our September Sprint is already sold out, but check out www.velocitywork.com/sprint to be on our "first to know" list for October's Sprint!

“Delay is DOOM.” Sounds a bit frightening when we say it like that, huh? Don’t be scared; Melissa has your back. This week, Melissa continues with the second batch of lessons from the June Sprint participants about honoring your plan. She discusses how even the tiniest turtle steps can make you feel better about your day and how there’s a difference between how long it takes to do something compared to when it gets done. It’s also OK to feel proud about the small things moving you forward and to take time away from your plan to gain focus and clear your head. After all, clarity helps you see further down the road. Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join The September Sprint is full! Get on the waitlist for the October Sprint; the final Sprint of the year. www.velocitywork.com/sprint

This week concludes the lessons learned from the June Sprinters. Melissa talks about planning. There are nuggets of wisdom documented here, so I’m pumped to be able to share them with you. Soak them up! Book your seat for September Sprint: www.velocitywork.com/sprint Join Mastery Group here: www.velocitywork.com/join

This episode revolves around the 3 Stages of Awareness. You have to have the awareness to create a new normal for yourself. Melissa explains how to increase your awareness and change how you operate with a given scenario. Tuning into today’s episode will help you develop new normals more quickly because you’ll understand where you are on the awareness spectrum.  Book your seat for September Sprint: https://go.velocitywork.com/sprint-1 Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join

Today’s episode is focused on how amazing it feels after achieving big milestones. Melissa will be sharing the tips to get in the position of being successful with total control over your schedules and goals. Tune in to know more about getting closer to your goals without exhaustion and burnout. Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join

This episode revolves around the time management difference between litigation and transactional firms. Melissa explains how you can approach planning your days/weeks no matter what type of law firm you run; it is always in your hands to manage things the way you like. Tune into to learn more about mastering your time while you achieve big! Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join

Here is the third of a mini-series about the Focus Forward™ Framework. Melissa has talked about the importance of how aiming with specificity can make you achieve what you want. This comes in various stages from making a plan to honoring your plan. Tune in to cover the HONOR stage in this episode. Want in on the magic? Join the mastery group at: www.velocitywork.com/join and let’s go.

Join us for the second installment of our mini series about the Focus Forward™Framework. If you didn't catch last week's episode, listen here. This week, Melissa delves into the second step of the framework: making a plan.  Join Mastery Group: velocitywork.com/join

Aiming high can drive you to greater heights. Melissa talks about the importance of having an aim to push yourself for bigger and more stable goals. Listen to get more insights for this new mini-series called the Focus Forward™ Framework. Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join

Spending time away from work--doing what you enjoy--alleviates everyday stress. This week, Melissa talks about the importance of free time to maintain your momentum, energize, and inspire you. Listen in for more. Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join

Continuous improvement for the sake of improvement is not always necessarily the right call. Instead of always thinking in terms of tweaks and changes, think instead in terms of transformation. What in your firm needs to be not just tweaked and changed, but transformed? What needs to be reinvented? Listen in for more.  The June Sprint is the last Sprint we’re running before September! End Q2 strong. Sign up here: velocitywork.com/sprint Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join

When working with a team, clear communication is necessary to make headway on your goals. This week, Melissa shares insights on how to make specific requests with clear deadlines, as well as effective promises that inspire action. Watch our most recent Masterclass: https://go.velocitywork.com/5-11-masterclass1 Join Mastery Group here: velocitywork.com/join