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Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson

The Paralegals on Fire podcast show is hosted by Ann Pearson, former paralegal and paralegal manager, turned entrepreneur. Join us each week to get actionable strategies to fast-track your paralegal career. We"re going to do that with informative interviews, behind the curtain tips from management, and solo episodes where we take deep dives into areas that matter most to paralegals. Our mission is to give you tangible things that you can walk away with each week that add value to your paralegal

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12:16

Some big announcements!

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/06/04

Be the first to get notified of the AI bootcamp by going here. Learn how to make money on the side by applying to develop a course here. If you're interested in guest hosting, reach out to Ann on LinkedIn here. In this episode, Ann delivers a series of exciting announcements, including a switch to Tuesday releases, the introduction of guest hosts on the podcast, plans to start recording video episodes, updates on new courses, and an intriguing project on creating online courses for paralegals. From

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17:03

You Made a Big Mistake at Work. Now what?

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/05/14

In this episode, host Ann discusses the topic of making mistakes as a paralegal and how to handle them. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and assessing the mistake, notifying the attorney, fixing the mistake, and reflecting and learning from it. Pearson shares a cautionary tale of a secretary who tried to hide a mistake and the negative consequences that followed. Key Takeaways: Mistakes happen to everyone, even attorneys, and it's important to acknowledge and address them rather than

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17:38

From Panic Mode Paralegal to Confident Case Strategist

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/04/29

What is Panic Mode Paralegal? It's that state you're in when you're new to your career, you haven't had any kind of structured on-the-job training, the attorney brings you another last-minute piecemeal project that needs to be done, and you panic, wondering and guessing if you're doing it the right way or not. It doesn't have to be that way! In this episode, Ann discusses the Litigation Paralegal Career Accelerator method that helps new litigation paralegals move from Panic Mode Paralegal to

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14:12

Everything Doesn't Have to be a Rush Project

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/04/22

Attorneys have a reputation for being procrastinators. We’ve all seen the memes and jokes about it. They’ve all seen them too. So we assume that’s just the way it is. It’s always been that way, and we have to get used to it. What if it didn’t have to be that way? Can you prevent all rush projects with what I’m going to talk about today? No. But what if you could reduce them by 50%? Even more of a reduction would be better, but imagine if you’re currently dealing with one rush project per day, and

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19:05

How to Get Promoted to a Paralegal Position

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/04/15

Join the FREE live training Ann mentions in this episode, the Roadmap to 6-Figure Earnings: Insider Strategies for New Litigation Paralegals, here: https://paralegal-bootcamp.com/Roadmap In this episode, Ann shares actionable strategies for legal assistants or other legal professionals who want to get promoted to a paralegal position. She emphasizes the importance of exceeding expectations in your current role, taking on paralegal projects, getting additional training beyond your paralegal

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25:11

Be Willing to Pivot for Career Growth - An Interview...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/04/08

About the Guest: Lewanda Franklin is an experienced paralegal with over 20 years of experience in the legal field. She has worked in various practice areas, including family law, civil litigation, government affairs, and personal injury. Lewanda is known for her ability to pivot and adapt to different practice areas, continuously expanding her knowledge and skill set. She is currently working on launching her brand, "The Proper Paralegal," which aims to help paralegals achieve work-life balance and

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43:10

Can You Make Any Money as a Freelance Paralegal? An...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/04/01

Use Code "bootcamp" to get 10% off Jaclyn's 1 day live freelance paralegal marketing mastermind that's happening on April 8, 2024 at https://FreelanceParalegalMarketing.com. About the Guest(s): Jaclyn Foster is dedicated to empowering freelance paralegals nationwide, helping them achieve their entrepreneurial dreams in the legal industry. As a former paralegal turned multiple six-figure entrepreneur, Jaclyn's journey from subcontracting to founding her own successful freelancing

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08:07

Quick Resume Tips

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/03/25

Episode Summary: In this episode, Ann provides quick resume tips to help paralegals in their job search. She emphasizes the importance of the name and format of the resume file, using numbers to showcase experience, keeping the resume length concise, using action verbs, and avoiding repetition of bullet points from previous positions. These tips will help paralegals create effective resumes that stand out to potential employers. Key Takeaways: Use a simple and clear file name for your resume, such

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27:11

Let's do a 5-Day Paralegal Challenge

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/03/18

Go to Paralegal-Bootcamp.com/challenge to join the challenge discussed in this episode. In this episode, Ann discusses the Paralegal Bootcamp's five-day challenge. Designed primarily for new litigation paralegals, this challenge aims to provide valuable tips and strategies to fast track their careers. Ann emphasizes the importance of mindset, managing priorities, taking ownership of work, embracing technology, and creating a written plan for career success. Each day of the challenge focuses on a

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36:40

You Have a Right to Pursue Happiness - An Interview...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/03/11

In this episode, Ann interviews Tony Sipp, Practice Assistant Director at Kirkland and Ellis. Tony shares his insights on knowing when it's time to make a career move and offers advice for paralegals considering a change. He emphasizes the importance of pursuing happiness and finding a job that aligns with your goals and values. Tony also discusses the evolving landscape of the legal profession, including the shift towards remote work and the increasing demand for diverse talent. Key Takeaways:

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23:19

A Paralegal Student Interviews Me

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/03/04

In this episode, Ann is interviewed by paralegal student Kristy Medo. This was a class assignment for Kristy to interview someone and then present the interview to her class. Instead of just choosing to do a phone interview and use PowerPoint slides for her presentation to the class, Kristy reached out to Ann to see if she could take a step farther! This is our first ever flipped interview style in which Ann is the person being interviewed on the podcast. Key Takeaways: Ann initially pursued a

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20:05

You Are Worth More Than $15 Per Hour

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/26

In this episode, Ann discusses the concerns paralegals have about their jobs being replaced by overseas virtual legal assistants and AI. She reassures listeners that the types of paralegal jobs that can be taken by overseas assistants are typically low-paying and repetitive tasks. Ann provides actionable strategies to protect paralegals' job security and increase their value in the legal profession. Key Takeaways: Paralegals should aim to work in positions that involve tasks requiring

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22:30

Your Paralegal Skills Can Lead to This - An Interview...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/12

Click here to view Teas' "10 Essential Tips for Paralegals to Ensure a Successful Process Service" About the Guest: Tea Godfrey is a former litigation paralegal who now owns her own company, Solid Serve Legal, where she provides process service and private investigation in the state of Oregon. With her background in litigation and her expertise in investigation and surveillance, Tea specializes in serving hard-to-reach defendants and conducting workplace investigations, civil litigation, and

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04:13

BONUS Pitfall For New Paralegals to Avoid

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/07

Announcement for our podcast listeners! The Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp is currently open for enrollment! This is the only online course and coaching program of its kind that walks litigation paralegals through every phase of a litigation case and cuts YEARS off your learning curve. It also includes monthly live group coaching calls with Ann Pearson. Learn more about joining at https://LitigationParalegalBootCamp.com Enrollment closes on Thursday, February 8th!

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05:14

Pitfall 5 - Quit the Profession Because of One Bad...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/06

Announcement for our podcast listeners! The Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp is currently open for enrollment! This is the only online course and coaching program of its kind that walks litigation paralegals through every phase of a litigation case and cuts YEARS off your learning curve. It also includes monthly live group coaching calls with Ann Pearson. Learn more about joining at https://LitigationParalegalBootCamp.com Enrollment closes on Thursday, February 8th!

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05:00

Pitfall 4 - Focus on the Number of Years

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/05

Announcement for our podcast listeners! The Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp is currently open for enrollment! This is the only online course and coaching program of its kind that walks litigation paralegals through every phase of a litigation case and cuts YEARS off your learning curve. It also includes monthly live group coaching calls with Ann Pearson. Learn more about joining at https://LitigationParalegalBootCamp.com Enrollment closes on Thursday, February 8th!

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10:36

Pitfall 3 - Neglect Your Soft Skills

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/04

Announcement for our podcast listeners! The Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp is currently open for enrollment! This is the only online course and coaching program of its kind that walks litigation paralegals through every phase of a litigation case and cuts YEARS off your learning curve. It also includes monthly live group coaching calls with Ann Pearson. Learn more about joining at https://LitigationParalegalBootCamp.com Enrollment closes on Thursday, February 8th!

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05:01

Pitfall 2 - Not Building a Professional Network

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/03

Announcement for our podcast listeners! The Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp is currently open for enrollment! This is the only online course and coaching program of its kind that walks litigation paralegals through every phase of a litigation case and cuts YEARS off your learning curve. It also includes monthly live group coaching calls with Ann Pearson. Learn more about joining at https://LitigationParalegalBootCamp.com Enrollment closes on Thursday, February 8th!

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05:42

Pitfall 1 - Stay in Your Lane

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/02

Announcement for our podcast listeners! The Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp is currently open for enrollment! This is the only online course and coaching program of its kind that walks litigation paralegals through every phase of a litigation case and cuts YEARS off your learning curve. It also includes monthly live group coaching calls with Ann Pearson. Learn more about joining at https://LitigationParalegalBootCamp.com Enrollment closes on Thursday, February 8th!

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08:44

Bonus Podcast Series Announcement

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2024/02/01

Announcement for our podcast listeners! The Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp is currently open for enrollment! This is the only online course and coaching program of its kind that walks litigation paralegals through every phase of a litigation case and cuts YEARS off your learning curve. It also includes monthly live group coaching calls with Ann Pearson. Learn more about joining at https://LitigationParalegalBootCamp.com Enrollment closes on Thursday, February 8th!

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