E75: Mike Spivey Founder, Partner, and CEO of Spivey Consulting Group

Mike is a Vanderbilt University graduate and currently works as the Founder, Partner, and CEO of Spivey Consulting. In this episode, we dive into the winding journey of Mike, a testament to our core belief that there’s no single path to the law—just your unique journey.Mike’s story begins at Vanderbilt University, where we discuss his undergraduate experience and the pivotal moments that shaped his direction in life. His quest for knowledge led him to earn an MBA from the University of Alabama before returning to Vanderbilt to embark on a career in law school admissions.But Mike’s story doesn’t stop there. An entrepreneurial itch that never subsided led him to explore online forums on law school admissions, where he uncovered a disturbing trend: students who hadn’t even secured a spot in law school were dishing out advice—misleading advice. Determined to bring clarity and truth to the process, Mike launched the Spivey Consulting Group. Over the past 12 years, this venture has grown into a powerhouse, offering expert law school admissions advice to students nationwide.Our conversation also delves into Mike’s podcast, Status Check with Spivey and his blog. We cover essential topics like mentorship, decision-making frameworks, hiring strategies, and what defines Mike’s ideal client. True to the spirit of this show, we also explore the four categories of esteem, with a special focus on forth kindness and its profound impact on life.Mike rounds out our discussion with a treasure trove of podcast and book recommendations, highlighting the importance of curating the content we consume. His deep insights into law school admissions and the broader questions of life make this episode a rich, rewarding listen for anyone interested in law or personal growth.Don’t miss out on Mike’s wealth of knowledge—check out his website, podcast, and more below. This is an episode brimming with wisdom that you won’t want to miss!Mike’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mpspiveyMike’s website: spiveyconsulting.com/Mike’s Blog: spiveyconsulting.com/blog/Be sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course! Get full access to Lawyers in the Making Podcast at lawyersinthemaking.substack.com/subscribe