{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Successful Barrister","title":"Ep. 2 - How to Get a Grip on Your Law Practice Using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2282,"description":"In the second episode of The Successful Barrister, Marc Whitehead and Diana Berry discuss the implementation of EOS, or the Entrepreneurial Operating System, at Marc Whitehead & Associates. Implementation takes place over two years and is facilitated by a certified implementer. Learn about the six core components that make up EOS, the tools to implement the system, and the simplicity of implementation. Dive into the origins of EOS in Traction by Gino Wickman – and maybe even email Marc Whitehead for a summary of the book. For detailed show notes, read below and use the timestamps to navigate the episode: [1:16] EOS, or the Entrepreneurial Operating System, is making the news as over 40,000 companies are currently using it. The genesis of EOS is from Traction by Gino Wickman, and Marc Whitehead & Associates is currently implementing EOS in its practice.[2:18] EOS gained traction in the legal industry. It helps Marc Whitehead & Associates focus on leadership and team building.[4:10] When you grow a business, you have to scale and hire more people. The more you grow, the harder it is to ensure that all employees share the same vision. EOS helps foster a collective vision between employees. [5:44] According to Diana, the beauty of EOS is its simplicity. It has clearly defined Diana’s role as the integrator and Marc’s role as the visionary, and where their roles start and end. The process also encourages accountability. [8:29] Scaling Up was written by Verne Harnish, whom Geno Wickman once worked for. Scaling Up and EOS are direct competitor systems. Marc considered both systems for Marc Whitehead & Associates, but chose EOS because of its simplicity and compatibility with the size of the firm. Scaling Up is best for much larger companies. [10:43] Christine Spray is a licensed EOS implementor. Her job is to help Marc Whitehead & Associates implement EOS. The process is a two-year commitment. [12:37] One of the first steps organizations must take within the EOS system...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Z3RXucwshxpw-Muy18ILlgR1sYl6tBEMs9ha8xpK1jA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82ZGY3/NWZkMWQ2MWMyODlk/OGYxYjY0ZjIwYmY1/YWU3Ni5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}