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083. Delivery Debt is as Bad as Financial Debt, and Your Law Practice May Be Drowning in It

083. Delivery Debt is as Bad as Financial Debt, and Your Law Practice May Be Drowning in It

Update: 2025-08-19
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In this episode, I’m revisiting the concept of delivery debt: the promises you’ve made that remain unfulfilled. Just like financial debt, taking on too much delivery debt can snowball and overwhelm your firm. And it’s not just about the practical cost; it’s also psychological. The mental load of these unfinished commitments affects your focus, your decision-making, and ultimately, your practice’s efficiency.

I’ll share practical steps to help you clear delivery debt by addressing unfulfilled commitments that are draining your capacity. You’ll also learn how to prioritize your existing work and make intentional decisions about what to let go of to protect your firm’s ability to take on the right cases. This approach will give you the tools to balance your commitments with your firm’s capacity, allowing you to avoid overwhelm and be more proactive as you head into the busy fall season.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.agileattorney.com/83

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083. Delivery Debt is as Bad as Financial Debt, and Your Law Practice May Be Drowning in It

083. Delivery Debt is as Bad as Financial Debt, and Your Law Practice May Be Drowning in It