Best Business Formation Lawyer Podcasts (2025)

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Evergreen Retainers, Revenue Leakage & Holidays on Holiday (with Jonathon Fishman) 1:06:19

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Jared is joined by Jonathon Fishman, CEO & Co-founder of LeanLaw, to talk about law firm finances, retention, and defunct holidays. First, Jared shares his monologue on law firm retention strategies. He argues that the market is too tight to run your firm on "vibes" and offers seven tips to keep your best people, including the need for transparent …

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We Are Feeling Machines That Think 33:54

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Short Summary Why do so many high-achieving professionals feel unfulfilled? In this profound conversation, Pankaj and Sahil talk with Judith Gordon, a lawyer-turned-UCLA professor and mindfulness expert, about the missing ingredient in demanding careers: emotional intelligence. Judith dismantles the myth of pure logic (we are "feeling machines that…

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Kiersten Fortson 58:27

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We continue our Space series with Kiersten Fortson, Senior Counsel for Launch Operations at Relativity Space and former FAA counsel. Kiersten shares how an unexpected moot court competition on international space law sparked her passion for the field, setting her on a path from the Pentagon to the FAA, where she worked on the landmark Part 450 laun…

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When My Article on ILPs Sparked Conversations I Never Saw Coming (S4E33) 42:54

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Being a trusted adviser to our affluent clients for over two decades, our wealth management philosophy—making life decisions before money decisions—is rooted in our experience of managing over S$1 billion worth of our clients’ hard-earned assets. In this week’s Money Wisdom episode, our co-host Isaac chats with Chris about the article that unexpect…

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Micro-Hard for Microsoft: AI, Copilot & The Future of Legal Tech (Feat. Ben Schorr) 57:06

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Welcome back, late nighters! Make sure the kids are asleep, because we're going hard this week. Or kinda of micro-hard, specifically. This week, Jared is joined by Ben Schorr, Innovation Strategist at Affinity Consulting, who spent nine years working at Microsoft. First, Jared shares his monologue on the seminal sci-fi anthology series, The Twiligh…

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The Devil's in the Details: How to Negotiate With Your Landlord 24:37

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Signing a commercial lease is one of the biggest financial commitments an entrepreneur will ever make, and treating it like a simple apartment rental is a catastrophic mistake. In this episode, Pankaj and Sahil are joined by real estate law expert Robby Pinnamaneni (formerly of LinkedIn, Salesforce, and Facebook) to pull back the curtain on commerc…

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Rachel Williams 44:47

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Rachel Williams, Executive Director of the Open Lunar Foundation, shares her path from a space startup to a lunar governance nonprofit. Along the way, she shares leadership lessons and tips for navigating career transitions and finding your way to a meaningful next step in your career.

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Living a Good Life: Courage, Style, and Entrepreneurship After 60 (S4E32) 33:29

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In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by the lovely Ms Ong Bee Yan, who shares how she blossomed from a shy young woman with low self-esteem into the face of ageless fashion. Joining her is Christopher Tan, our Founder and CEO, who has been a trusted adviser to our affluent clients for over two decades. Bee Yan started her modelling career…

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Jared Live! at Lex Summit: AI, LinkedIn Hell, & Dumb and Dumber 47:12

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Welcome to our first ever episode recorded LIVE in front of an audience! Host Jared Correia, on stage at Filevine's Lex Summit user conference, is joined by a massive panel from Filevine to discuss the future of legal tech and the genius of Jim Carrey. First, Jared shares his monologue on his worst-ever LinkedIn messages, naming and shaming spammer…

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The $28 Million Freshman: Inside the NIL Gold Rush and the Future of College Sports 13:42

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In this conversation, Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudhary discuss the evolving landscape of college sports, particularly focusing on the recent changes in regulations that allow athletes to be compensated for their name, image, and likeness (NIL). They explore the investment opportunities in college sports, the complexities of NIL agreements, and the …

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Victoria Samson 1:10:28

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Space security shapes everything from global stability to everyday life on Earth, and it needs leaders who can bridge disciplines and drive collaboration. As part of our Space series, Victoria Samson, Chief Director of Space Security and Stability at the Secure World Foundation, shares her unconventional journey from international relations to spac…

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I’m in My 60s—Here’s the Advice I Wish I Knew in My 50s (S4E31) 20:15

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Welcome to the fourth and final episode of our Milestones by Decade mini-series! We’re excited to continue this journey with more insightful conversations with our Client Advisers. In each episode, we reflect on the lessons and advice they wish they’d received a decade ago, offering practical tips for navigating key milestones, from your 20s to you…

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A "Gateway" to AI: Why Lawyers Need to Get Creative with Tech (with Ernie Svenson) 46:46

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Jared and special guest Ernie Svenson, of LawFirm Autopilot and Ernie the Attorney fame, are here to talk about everything from AI for law firms to where Jared has been traveling. First, Jared goes full stream of consciousness in his monologue, starting with a recent concert in Boston, which leads to him recounting two times he was held up at gunpo…

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Public Airwaves vs. Private Platforms: The Real Fight for Free Speech 22:33

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, hosts Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry delve into the recent controversies surrounding freedom of speech in media, focusing on the case of Jimmy Kimmel and Disney. They discuss the implications of public airwaves versus private platforms, the future of broadcasting in a streaming-dominated world, and the impact o…

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Living a Good Life: Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path (S4E30) 19:22

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“A lot of people have thought about happiness and what it means to have a good life, and I would subscribe to this: We only have one life to live, and what can we do that would outlast our lives in the next 50-60 years?” We are glad to share part three, the final episode of our Providend Conversation with Jeshua, a 28-year-old who travelled during …

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Vetting AI for Law Firms, Drunk Business Advice & Celebrity Shenanigans (Feat. Kristin Kenzy) 46:22

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Jared Correia and special guest Kristin Kenzy, the voice behind Drunk Business Advice, are here to discuss everything from AI vetting to celebrity drinking stories. First, Jared shares his monologue answering a crucial question: "How do law firms vet AI tools?" He breaks down a three-part strategy, covering data security, AI-specific risks, and pra…

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Elon Musk’s X Lawsuit: Trademark Lessons for Business Owners 18:17

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, hosts Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry discuss the complexities of trademarks and branding, focusing on a recent trademark lawsuit involving Elon Musk's rebranding of Twitter to 'X'. They explore the legal implications of trademark infringement, the importance of having a strong trademark, and strategies for prot…

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The Path to Space Law: A Compilation Episode 55:01

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This compilation episode features some of our guests who focus on Space Law - in academia, private practice, and government. Michelle Hanlon, Caryn Schenewerk, Franceska Schroeder, Ruth Pritchard-Kelly, and Bailey Reichelt share their paths to the law and the growing field of Space Law specifically.

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Finding Your Ikigai: Shulin's Shift from Burnt-Out Lawyer to Meaningful Work (S4E29) 59:03

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Welcome to the sixth episode of our miniseries on Finding Your Ikigai, where we invite a series of guests to explore what it truly means to live a good life, incorporating the concept of Ikigai alongside Providend’s Philosophy of Sufficiency. As trusted advisers to affluent clients for over two decades, we’ve always advocated that clients prioritis…

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Why Law Firm Customer Service Sucks (and the Technology That Can Fix It) 46:01

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Jared welcomes special guests Matt McClellan and Manny Griffith, co-founders of Hona, to talk about everything from AI in law to the absurdity of the internet. First, Jared shares his monologue on his strange YouTube obsession with disturbing camping and caving videos, which leads him to question his own mental health. He warns listeners to stay on…

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Trademark Watch: The Secret Weapon Every Brand Needs 13:44

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry discuss the critical importance of trademarks and brand protection for business owners. They delve into the necessity of monitoring trademarks to prevent loss of rights, the compliance requirements set by the USPTO, and the significant costs associated with enforcement if proactiv…

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Christine Calve 59:39

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As part of our Space series, Christine Calvé, General Counsel of the Canadian Space Agency, joins the podcast to share her career journey from ballet to the law, the importance of mentorship to career success, and the value of taking on stretch opportunities.

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Getting Paid; Leslie Witt of 8am; and Dazed & Confused with Gyi Tsakalakis 58:38

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In honor of 8am's recent Kaleidoscope Conference in Austin, Texas, Jared's joined not by one, but TWO guests. Leslie Witt of 8AM and Gyi Tsakalakis of AttorneySync. First, Jared shares his monologue on law firm collections, explaining the two best ways to get paid: having a structured, escalating collection process and, even better, avoiding collec…

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A16Z Takeaways: How Founders Win in Today’s Capital Markets 14:00

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What does it take to raise capital and scale in today’s market? In this episode of Letters of Intent, Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry unpack key takeaways from a recent Andreessen Horowitz (A16Z) event in Los Angeles. They dive into the realities of today’s capital markets, why defensible revenue matters more than ever, and the common legal pitfalls…

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Stacy Bratcher 51:59

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Stacy Bratcher, General Counsel of Cottage Health, and now host of the acclaimed The Legal Department podcast, in conversation with host M.C. Sungaila, shares her journey to in-house leadership and dives into the role of bar associations in shaping professional connections, skills development, and career advancement. She also discusses the pivotal …

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Purposeful Succession: Planning for the Next Generation (S4E28) 39:30

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Being a trusted adviser to our affluent clients for over two decades, our wealth management philosophy—making life decisions before money decisions—is rooted in our experience of managing over S$1 billion worth of our clients’ hard-earned assets. In this week’s Money Wisdom episode, our co-host Isaac chats with Chris about the importance of plannin…

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Billy Joel's Pain = Perfection, The Death of Litigation, and Those "Majestic" Horses 55:40

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In this jam-packed episode, we tackle Billy Joel's tortured past, a corporate fraud scandal that's straight out of a movie, and the future of law itself. Jared Correia kicks things off with his "Perfect Albums" monologue, adding two classics from Billy Joel's back catalog—the under-appreciated "Streetlife Serenade" and the technically perfect "An I…

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What Every Business Owner Should Know About Trademark Infringement 28:46

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, Sahil Chaudry and Pankaj Raval discuss the intricacies of intellectual property, focusing on trademarks and copyrights. Pankaj shares his journey in founding Carbon Law Group and emphasizes the importance of protecting brand identity through trademarks. The conversation covers the differences between trademarks…

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Kathleen O'Leary 38:55

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This is a reprise of an earlier episode which we are featuring upon the retirement of Kathleen E. O'Leary, the former Presiding Justice of the California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Three, and the former Presiding Justice of the Orange County Superior Court-- and the first woman to hold both positions. Justice O’Leary has a…

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Living a Good Life: Taking the ‘Shortcut’ to Filmmaking and Creativity (S4E27) 34:04

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“It’s not about the ability to retire but also how we utilise the time while we are on this planet. In the last three years, I was travelling with just one backpack. Every item I buy has to fit in that backpack. If I buy something new, it means that I have to give up something else.” We are back with part two of our Providend Conversation with Jesh…

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AI Can't Replace Your Content Writer: Tips for Lawyers + How to Write a Book (Feat. Adam Kosloff) 40:59

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Jared and special guest Adam Kosloff of Virtuoso Content are here to discuss everything from content marketing and AI to the truly bizarre (and disgusting) world of Urban Dictionary. First, Jared hits the three things you need to be a content marketing monster, focusing on anchor content, a content calendar, and learning how to write for AI. Then, …

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Money Wisdom Special: Celebrating Providend’s 24th Birthday (S4E26) 41:31

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Being a trusted adviser to our affluent clients for over two decades, Providend celebrates its 24th birthday this year, a milestone that reminds us just how far we’ve come! In this special Money Wisdom episode, we sat down with three of our leaders: Christopher Tan (Group CEO), Moon Shary (Group COO & Executive Director), and Evelyn Goh (Deputy CEO…

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Think Like an Entrepreneur: BizDev, Career Transitions & The Tech You're Ignoring (with Steve Seckler) 52:04

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Host Jared Correia and special guest Steve Seckler of Seckler Attorney Coaching are here to deliver a masterclass in legal business, career development, and rock & roll history. First, Jared shares his "Missing Links" monologue, revealing the underutilized features in the software you're probably using every day. He exposes why so many firms are st…

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From Immigrant to Advocate: Daven Ghandi’s Journey to the American Dream 28:27

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, hosts Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry engage with Daven Ghandi, an immigrant attorney and content creator, who shares his personal journey navigating the U.S. immigration system. David discusses the challenges he faced as an international student, the importance of empathy in legal practice, and how he uses soci…

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Your Law Firm's AI Blind Spot & The Future of Notarization (Eli Angote of the Best Notary) 55:07

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Jared Correia issues a strong warning to law firms and legal tech vendors about the ethical and professional responsibility risks of AI virtual receptionists, including the potential for unauthorized legal advice and data mismanagement. The conversation shifts with guest Eli Angote of The Best Notary, who shares his entrepreneurial journey and how …

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Tariffs, IPOs & Raising Capital: Lessons from India’s Market Boom and U.S. Trade Shifts 23:38

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, hosts Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry discuss Sahil's recent trip to India, focusing on the IPO of his father-in-law's company amidst significant tariff announcements from the U.S. They explore the implications of these tariffs on U.S.-India relations, the resilience of the Indian market, and the importance of f…

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I’m in My 50s—Here’s the Advice I Wish I Knew in My 40s (S4E25) 31:36

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Welcome to the third episode of our Milestones by Decade mini-series! We’re excited to continue this journey with more insightful conversations with our Client Advisers. In each episode, we reflect on the lessons and advice they wish they’d received a decade ago, offering practical tips for navigating key milestones, from your 20s to your 50s. As t…

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The Modern Law Practice Playbook: Rethinking Law Firm Efficiency with Chad Burton 53:36

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In this episode, host Jared Correia sits down with legal technology and management expert Chad Burton, co-founder of Modern Law Practice. They explore how law firms can leverage technology and smart management to increase efficiency and profitability, discussing everything from the future of AI to the intricacies of phone intake systems. The conver…

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Scaling Businesses with Jeff Baldassari: Leadership, Mindset, and Breaking Growth Roadblocks 37:54

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In this conversation, Pankaj Raval and Jeff Baldassari explore the intersection of law, business, and leadership. Jeff shares his journey from practicing law to becoming a successful CEO, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, communication, and understanding the dynamics of people in organizations. They discuss the challenges of transitioning f…

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Living a Good Life: Lessons from Travelling 50 Countries on $3,000 (S4E24) 38:37

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“Some of the guesthouses are closed due to the pandemic, so I had to pitch a tent along the road to stay a night.” In this three-part episode, we are joined by Jeshua, a 28-year-old who travelled during the COVID-19 pandemic to over 50 countries, in a span of three years! He navigated through the uncertainty of vaccinations and avoided quarantines …

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AI Takeover of Search: How to Adapt Your Law Firm + Intake Tips & "Hard Work" with Nick Werker 49:32

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Thanks to those supporting this episode: Assembly Neos. Visit assemblysoftware.com to learn more and schedule your consultation today. Captain Compliance. Visit captaincompliance.com to easily manage your company's privacy compliance. Attorney at Work. Head to Attorney at Work for your one really good idea each day. Check out their new podcast Atto…

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The Future Is Creative: AI, Storytelling & Big Deals with Tony Ringor 25:53

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, hosts Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry engage with Tony Ringor, a creative visionary with a rich background in branding, advertising, and technology. The conversation explores Tony's journey from his early days in comics to his impactful experiences at Disney, including a memorable presentation to Steve Jobs. The…

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Army Brotherhood and Beyond: Finding Ikigai in the SAF and in Fatherhood (S4E23) 1:11:22

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Welcome to the fifth episode of our miniseries on Finding Your Ikigai, where we invite a series of guests to explore what it truly means to live a good life, incorporating the concept of Ikigai alongside Providend’s Philosophy of Sufficiency. As trusted advisers to affluent clients for over two decades, we’ve always advocated that clients prioritis…

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Document Automation & AI: The Future of Legal Tech with Andreas Becker 53:19

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Thanks to those supporting this episode: Assembly Neos. Visit assemblysoftware.com to learn more and schedule your consultation today. Captain Compliance. Visit captaincompliance.com to easily manage your company's privacy compliance. Attorney at Work. Head to Attorney at Work for your one really good idea each day. Check out their new podcast Atto…

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The Big Beautiful Bill: What Founders and Startups Need to Know 10:07

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, Pankaj Raval and Sahil Chaudry discuss the implications of a significant new tax bill for entrepreneurs and business operators. They explore various aspects of the bill, including immediate cash flow benefits from capital expenditures, R&D expensing, qualified business income deductions, childcare credits, and …

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Living a Good Life: Steering Life’s Transitions with Purpose (S4E22) 40:51

3M ago40:51

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“At some point in time, we see the higher purpose of why we are doing certain things.” This reflection sets the tone for our latest episode, where we are glad to sit down with Terence Quek to hear about his journey to discovering his life purpose—and how he is living it out today. As the leading fee-only wealth advisory firm in Asia, we’ve always b…

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ABA Young Lawyer Rising - Master Lawyer Business Growth Now with Jared Correia 39:31

3M ago39:31

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Thanks to those supporting this episode: Assembly Neos. Visit assemblysoftware.com to learn more and schedule your consultation today. Captain Compliance. Visit captaincompliance.com to easily manage your company's privacy compliance. Attorney at Work. Head to Attorney at Work for your one really good idea each day. Check out their new podcast Atto…

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Law Meets Lights, Camera, Action: London Lewis Breaks It Down 34:07

3M ago34:07

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In this episode of Letters of Intent, host Pankaj Raval and corporate attorney Sahil Chaudry welcome London Lewis (Wright-Pegs), a veteran legal executive in the entertainment industry. They explore London's journey from growing up in Windsor Hills to becoming a prominent figure in entertainment law, her transition into producing and screenwriting,…

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Marisa Cianciarulo 52:24

3M ago52:24

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Marisa Cianciarulo, Dean of Western State College of Law in Orange County, California, discusses her journey to academia, her role managing faculty, students, and various stakeholders as a law school dean, and the importance of female role models in her career development.

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Finding Your Ikigai: Choon Jin’s Wake-Up Call to Live with Intention (S4E21) 56:59

3M ago56:59

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Welcome to the fourth episode of our miniseries on Finding Your Ikigai, where we invite a series of guests to explore what it truly means to live a good life, incorporating the concept of Ikigai alongside Providend’s Philosophy of Sufficiency. As trusted advisers to affluent clients for over two decades, we’ve always advocated that clients prioriti…