In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers sits down with Holly Draper, CEO and Managing Partner of the Draper Law Firm, to discuss the operational and financial evolution of the modern law firm. Holly, a board-certified family law and appellate attorney, reveals why the traditional hourly billing model is hitting a breaking point in the age of AI.

Holly shares a jaw-dropping case study where she used AI to analyze 1,000 pages of evidence in just 10 minutes—a task that previously required 20 hours of manual reading. This efficiency doesn't just save time; it fundamentally challenges how attorneys charge for their expertise. They also explore Holly's "rebel" hiring strategy and her mission to build a firm that is a truly saleable asset.

Together, they explore:

✅ The Billable Hour Crisis: Why extreme AI efficiency is making hourly billing obsolete and how to successfully transition to flat fees.

✅ 20 Hours in 10 Minutes: A deep dive into using AI to replace manual research and evidence analysis in complex litigation.

✅ Hiring for Freedom: Holly’s strategy of hiring five lawyers before her first paralegal to ensure the firm runs autonomously while she travels.

✅ The Saleable Firm Mindset: How to design your practice today so it becomes a valuable institution that can operate—and eventually be sold—without you.

✅ CliftonStrengths for Leaders: Why identifying whether you are a "strategic thinker" or an "executor" is the key to delegating effectively and scaling faster.

📌 Connect with Holly Draper:🔹 LinkedIn: Holly Draper🔹 Website: draperfirm.com

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers sits down with Dominika Staniewicz (known as Brain Coach D), a TEDx speaker, certified brain health coach, and award-winning entrepreneur, to explore the intersection of neuroscience and leadership. With over 5,000 hours on global stages, Dominika specializes in helping leaders rewire their brains for peak performance and mental resilience.

They dive deep into how entrepreneurs and lawyers can navigate ADHD—or symptoms that look like it—and why optimizing your brain biology is the ultimate competitive advantage in a high-stress industry. Dominica challenges the traditional approach to mental focus, offering a blueprint for transitioning from a "scattered brain" to a focused, strategic leader.

Together, they explore:

✅ The Biology of Performance: Why you should audit your nutrition, sleep, and habits before jumping to any diagnosis, and how simple biology determines your firm's success.

✅ The ADHD Superpower: Why you might not want to "get rid" of all your symptoms. Dominica explains how to leverage unique brain traits to scale your business while hacking the parts that don't serve you.

✅ Rewiring for Results: How to use neuroplasticity to program your brain to notice opportunities and stay calm while others are in "doomsday" mode.

✅ "Human Being" vs. "Human Doing": A deep dive into the psychological necessity of detaching your personal identity from your firm’s daily chaos to prevent burnout.

✅ Your 2026 North Star: How to align your strategic business goals with your brain’s true capacity for long-term resilience and fulfillment.

If you are ready to stop operating in survival mode and start leading with biological precision to reclaim your time and focus, this conversation is your guide to mastering the engine behind your practice.

🎧 This episode is sponsored by Pipefile

📌 Connect with Dominika Staniewicz:🔹 LinkedIn: Dominika Staniewicz🔹 Website: yourbraincoachd.com

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers sits down with Jennifer Kaplan, President and CEO of Evolve PR and Marketing, to discuss the transformative power of Public Relations for law firms. As the leader of Arizona’s largest PR firm, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge on how to stop just buying attention and start earning authority.

Jennifer and Ruby explore the critical difference between static advertising and the dynamic nature of Earned Media. They dive into the "Perception is Reality" principle and explain why a media interview carries far more weight than a billboard. Whether you are a solo practitioner or a large firm owner, this conversation provides the blueprint for building a brand that clients already trust before they even walk through your door.

Together, they explore:

✅ Earned vs. Paid Media: Why Public Relations is the ultimate complement to your advertising budget and how it builds long-term credibility.

✅ Get Rich in Your Niche: The importance of staying in your lane to become the "go-to" expert that reporters (and clients) call first.

✅ The Trust Factor: Understanding the parasocial connection—how seeing you on the news creates an instant bond of trust with potential clients.

✅ Strategic Protection: Navigating "off the record" moments, protecting client anonymity, and managing your reputation during a crisis.

✅ PR on Any Budget: How small firms can leverage local news desks and award submissions to raise their visibility without a massive marketing spend.

If you’re ready to move beyond basic lead gen and build a brand that stands out in a crowded market, this masterclass on Public Relations is for you.

📌 Connect with Jennifer Kaplan:

🔹 LinkedIn: Jennifer Kaplan

🔹 Website: evolveprandmarketing.com

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Hosted by Ruby Powers, your guide into the heart of law practice management. Each week, learn insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who provide you with actionable advice, out-of-the-box solutions, and a fresh perspective on running your firm more effectively and efficiently.

Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level.

Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice on:

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📺 YouTube: @powersstrategygroup

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• Stafi

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