The Josh Schachnow Show
Every Sunday I share a quick update from my last week in business as a Canadian family lawyer and cofounder of my legal tech company (Visto.ai), including the best stories, lessons learned, key takeaways, book(s) I'm reading and more. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss it! And make sure to join the substack so you never miss an episode here: https://joshschachnow.substack.com/
Episodes
Josh records a car update on his way to the office to explain why his podcast/vlog and Substack have slowed down. He shares that he’s been busy balancing work as a Canadian immigration lawyer and tech co-founder, parenting his 18-month-old daughter, and navigating recent professional changes.
After pivoting into family law about a year and a half ago, he decided it wasn’t for him due to the stress, emotional intensity, ...
The AI Hack That Saved My Law Practice 40+ Minutes Per Day! As a busy attorney, last week nearly broke me (multiple court appearances + family commitments!). But I discovered a simple AI workflow for lawyers that instantly freed up valuable time. If you're struggling with legal research, drafting, or summaries, this video is your blueprint for productivity.
In this episode, Josh shares the exact tools and strategies he used to auto...
Welcome to the Weekly Vlog! Josh explains why he's exceptionally tired this week due to a packed schedule. He discusses attending and speaking at two conferences on AI for legal professionals, preparing for upcoming court appearances, and his thoughts on the book he's reading, '33 Strategies of War' by Robert Green.
Josh also shares plans to hold a webinar on building custom GPTs for legal professionals. Tune in to get all th...
In this episode, I delve into the future of the business of law with advancements in AI, sharing a story about a lawyer creating his own AI platform. I also cover how I think AI might change the business of law moving forward.
The book review of the week is 'The Tao of Charlie Munger,' a book compiling insightful quotes from Berkshire Hathaway's vice chairman. Stay tuned for insights on technology's role in legal practice and lesso...
Join Josh, a Canadian family lawyer and tech co-founder, as he dives into his experiences practicing family law in Ontario. In this episode, he shares the highs and lows of court proceedings, offering insights and stories from his time in court.
Learn about the challenges of scheduling, dealing with unreasonable parties, and the mental stimulation of engaging with sharp judges. Whether you're a legal professional or just curi...
In this episode, Josh discusses his perspective on how AI and advanced technologies in platforms like Google Workspace and Microsoft Office could potentially render general-purpose legal CRMs like Clio and PracticePanther obsolete.
Josh shares insights from his experience in family law and how he's been able to automate numerous tasks using these workstations. He highlights the cost-effectiveness and efficiency of using integ...
Join Josh in this week's episode of the Weekly Vlog as he explores three compelling topics. First, he delves into how technology is transforming the court system in Canada, discussing whether this shift towards virtual appearances is beneficial.
Second, he examines the impact of advancing AI and technology on career and business planning, especially in the legal field.
Lastly, Josh shares his latest reads, including his...
Why You Need to Build Niche, Vertically Integrated Tech in 2025 and Beyond | Weekly Business Vlog 36
Join Josh in this week’s vlog as he shares updates on his busy life balancing a family law practice and co-founding a tech company in the Greater Toronto Area. Josh discusses the ebb and flow of litigation work, details his tech firm's advancements in automated immigration forms, and highlights his thoughts on the importance of niche solutions in tech development.
Additionally, he reviews the books 'Crushing It' by Gary...
Join Josh in his latest vlog as he returns to weekly updates, sharing why he transitioned to family law after years of practicing immigration law. Josh discusses his dual roles as a Canadian tech founder and lawyer, the importance of focus for entrepreneurs, and how he balances his career with content creation.
He offers insights into his decision-making process, the valuable mentorships he's received, and how he's leveraging...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast, Josh welcomes John from Think It, Be It. John shares his transformative journey from being an unsatisfied CPA to a highly successful entrepreneur, thanks to an epiphany triggered by the classic book 'Think and Grow Rich.'
At 50, facing personal and professional challenges, John discovered the book’s secret and developed a 12-minute daily technique that skyrocketed his su...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast, host Josh is joined by Emily, founder of Female Founder Space. Emily shares her journey from various corporate roles to becoming an operations consultant for small business founders with a focus on marketing agencies.
She delves into the challenges and strategies of transitioning from corporate work to solopreneurship, emphasizing the importance of networking, sales, and under...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind podcast, host Josh Schachnow chats with Sam Anthony, founder of YourNews.com, about the future of news media and entrepreneurship. Sam discusses his venture into a hyper-local news platform, covering everything from local events to national news.
He explains the downfall of traditional media, the transition to digital platforms, and the new ways to monetize news through local journalis...
Join us in this engaging episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast where Josh interviews Cathy Mitchell from WP Barista. Get insights into Kathy’s journey from starting a WordPress-focused agency in 2008 to evolving her business with the changing digital landscape.
Kathy shares her initial struggles, adapts to market changes, and provides valuable advice for content creators and solopreneurs on leveraging AI and maintain...
Join Josh on the Solopreneur Grind Podcast as he chats with Jacky, the founder of AnswerHQ, an AI customer service assistant that significantly reduces customer support questions for small businesses and startups.
Jacky shares his journey of creating AnswerHQ as a side hustle while working full-time, his approach to time management, and the tools and strategies he uses to operate efficiently. This episode delves into key aspe...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind podcast, I talk to Joe Rando, the CEO and founder of Lifestarr.
Joe shares his unique career journey from obtaining a degree in physics and developing shopping centers to founding successful companies like Trade Area Systems and now Lifestarr.
We discuss the challenges and strategies for solopreneurs, including lead generation, productivity, and the importance of having clear goa...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast, I talk to Lucas Root about:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:20 Lucas Root's Background and AI Journey 04:31 The Evolution of AI and ChatGPT 09:26 AI Agents and Their Practical Applications 21:59 Using AI to Optimize Workflows 29:25 Top Tools for Non-Coders 33:07 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
And much more. --- Want to get even more solopreneur podcasts, content and the ...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast, I talk to Matthew Stafford about:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:24 Matthew Stafford's Background and Entrepreneurial Journey 01:26 First Business and Transition to Online Sales 04:17 Insights on Sales and Marketing 05:52 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 09:21 Daily Routine and Personal Productivity Tips 17:18 Building a Successful E-commerce Business 22:58 Tools and Resou...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast, I talk to Gal Ratner about:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:13 About Shop Snap: A Unique E-commerce Platform 00:57 The Origin Story of Shop Snap 01:59 Team and E-commerce Industry Insights 03:26 Steps to Start a SaaS Business 10:56 Challenges and Advice for Entrepreneurs 13:51 The Role of AI in Software Development and Marketing 17:52 Conclusion and Contact Information
And m...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast, I talk to Philippe Burns about:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:15 Philip's Background and Tech Thursday's Origin 01:04 Scaling Tech Thursday and Neo Financial Experience 05:45 The Importance of In-Person Events 08:33 Starting an In-Person Event Business 12:29 Challenges and Business Model 16:19 Future Plans and Market Expansion 19:41 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs...
In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind Podcast, I talk to Ryan Cote about:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:27 Ryan's Background and Family Business 02:00 Starting the Side Business 04:10 The Evolution of SEO and Digital Marketing 07:26 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 12:26 Balancing Multiple Businesses 18:07 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
And much more. --- Want to follow along on my solopreneur journey and get ...
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