Hey Powerhouse! This week, we are talking with Anthony Gorospe about what led him to start his own firm [05:26]. Anthony transitioned into firm ownership after taking stock of where he was in life. Married with no children is a pretty decent place to be to take a leap of faith [12:45]. Believe it or not, your best market research for your own firm is the one you work with now! Anthony shares key lessons for preparing for solo practice [15:52]. Then ladies, we get a unique perspective: what challenges are men seeing for women in law? [22:41] It gets tricking being a woman firm owner, even in marketing [28:02]. So, we have all of this information and motivation. Now do you stay put, go for the partner track, or go out on your own? [34:10] Regardless of what you choose, building a community and referral network is the foundation of your launch pad! [36:16] Then we wrap up with a Legally Blonde Moment. The prank was so good, we’re still finding Jessica Simpson pictures 10 years later. [44:12] __________ Mentioned in this Episode The relentless demands of the profession often leave even the most accomplished legal minds feeling like they're drowning. It doesn't Have to be this way, that's why I created thePowerHouse Brain Dump https://www.eringerner.com/sales-page-3d84f6b7-92c8-4796-89e2-196e732b2a7c Join us at the Powerhouse Lawyers Retreat September 27-30 at the Miraval Resort in Austin, Texas. This community is designed just for YOU, the ambitious and forward-thinking female lawyer who craves meaningful connections, desires career advancement, and is committed to supporting and empowering each other in both professional and personal aspects of their lives.https://www.eringerner.com/powerhouse-lawyers-retreat-september Powerhouse Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1074826730426201/?ref=share&mibextid=K35XfP__________ Connect with Anthony GorospeWebsite: gorospelaw.com Stay connected with Erin GernerWebsite https://www.eringerner.com/    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gerner/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/erin.w.gernerInstagram https://www.instagram.com/eringerner/?hl=en