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Your hub for published articles showcasing the game-changing impact of our virtual staff on small businesses and the legal industry.
Highlights from the Stafi team around the web
Welcome to “Stafi in the News” – Explore our thoughts and ideas that have been published in online magazines like Forbes, HR Daily, Lifewire, and more, highlighting how outsourcing, time management, delegation, and AI are transforming law firms.
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Published: 11/14/2025
Episode 305 of the Grow Your Law Firm Podcast features Raquel Gomes, CEO of Stafi, discussing how smart delegation, training, and 24/7 support are helping law firms scale faster and more sustainably. She also shares insights on offshore staffing, data security, and the role of AI in modern legal operations.
Listen to the full episode to learn how top firms are transforming their growth.
Published: 10/17/2025
In this episode, Steve Fretzin talks with Raquel Gomes, CEO of Stafi, about escaping burnout by setting boundaries, delegating with trust, and building systems that run without you. Learn how time audits, clear onboarding, and consistent communication fuel growth, and why “rest is revenue generated as well.”
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Published: 08/28/2025
Many law firm owners feel trapped in endless administrative work, sacrificing nights, weekends, and personal fulfillment. In this podcast, Raquel Gomes, CEO of Stafi, shares how she’s helped over 250 firms grow through smart delegation, mindset shifts, and practical systems that free up time while boosting revenue.
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Published: 07/15/2025
When it comes to recruiting nearshore talent, there is a right way and a wrong way to do it. In this episode, Raquel Gomes, Founder & CEO of Stafi, walks through how her company approaches vetting and supporting remote staff, from privacy and security audits to university training to emotional support.
Raquel also shares where many law firms fall short in their recruiting and training processes and how hiring the right talent can change your life!
Published: 04/30/2025
In this inspiring episode of the Managing Partners Podcast, Raquel Gomes shares her journey from Brazil to entrepreneurship, highlighting how law firms—and especially women leaders—can thrive through effective delegation. She dives into the power of virtual assistants, the value of Latin American talent, and the importance of mindset, training, and building strong processes.
Published: 04/22/2025
Looking to scale your law firm without the overhead of traditional hiring? Don’t miss Episode 98 of the Personal Injury Marketing Minute podcast, where Stafi’s CEO, Raquel Gomes, shares how virtual legal assistants are transforming law firm operations.
In this insightful episode, Raquel dives into how firms can delegate intake, marketing, legal admin, and more! all while reducing costs and increasing efficiency. From bilingual support to highly trained remote professionals, learn how Stafi helps law firms delegate smarter and grow faster
Published: 04/03/2025
Stafi Featured on the LMI Podcast at ABA Tech Show 2025.
During the 2025 ABA Tech Show in Chicago, Demetrio Rico joined Mac Pierlouie on the LMI Podcast to talk about how Stafi helps law firms delegate day-to-day tasks through highly trained virtual staff and its powerful Legal Delegation Hub.
“Our mission is to make lawyers happy.”
Watch the full interview on YouTube and learn how Stafi is changing legal support.
Published: 03/14/2025
In episode 270 of Grow Your Law Firm, Ken Hardison sits down with our CEO, Raquel Gomes, to discuss how virtual staffing is reshaping the legal industry. With a background in psychology, corporate leadership, and technology, Raquel shares insights on overcoming burnout, scaling efficiently, and finding the right support to grow a thriving law firm.
Published: 02/03/2025
Too many business owners feel they have to choose—between career and family, ambition and balance, success and well-being. But what if they didn’t?
In this podcast, Stafi’s CEO, Raquel Gomes, shares her journey of overcoming work-related guilt and how Stafi’s hands-on methodology is helping law firm owners delegate with confidence. Because true success isn’t about doing it all—it’s about having the right support.
Published: 02/14/2024
Hosted By Ruby L. Powers – Law Practice Management Podcast.
In this this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Raquel Gomes, CEO of Stafi, shares insights into overcoming delegation challenges and prioritizing mental health in the workplace. Tune in to the episode to hear about…
Published: 08/02/2023
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Published: 12/18/2023
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Chief of Operations & Founder of Stafi, Demetrio Rico & Raquel Gomes.
Demetrio explained that Stafi’s vetting and screening process is incredibly rigorous, with only 1% of applicants cutting. This ensures that only the best and most qualified individuals are hired.
Stafi takes pride in training its staff in-house and providing ongoing support to ensure they add value to the law firms they are paired with.
Published: 12/26/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Burnout is reshaping the legal profession.
As demands rise and resources tighten, stress is becoming a systemic risk for law firms, not just a personal one. This article examines how burnout affects performance, retention, and well-being, and why sustainable legal practice requires intentional change.
Read the full article to explore the data, warning signs, and paths forward.
Published: 11/13/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Latin America is emerging as a powerful hub for remote talent, offering bilingual professionals, strong productivity and high ROI for companies worldwide. In our latest Forbes article, we break down how LATAM is reshaping the future of remote staffing and why more firms, especially in the legal space, are turning to the region for scalable support.
Read the full article on Forbes to learn more.
Published: 08/07/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
“Onboarding is more than a first-day formality; it’s a cost-saving strategy.”
In this Forbes article, Raquel Gomes explains how a well-structured onboarding process can reduce overhead, improve retention, and set your team up for long-term success.
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Published: 06/25/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
A growing number of female attorneys are leaving the legal profession, not because of lack of ambition, but due to the overwhelming difficulty of balancing demanding legal careers with caregiving responsibilities. This article by our CEO Raquel Gomes explores how rigid workplace structures and outdated expectations are driving a silent exodus of talented women from law firms.
Discover what’s behind this trend and what law firms must do to retain top female talent.
Published: 05/28/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Rejection isn’t the end, it’s often the beginning of a smarter, stronger approach. This article explores 20 practical ways entrepreneurs can use rejection to grow, improve decision-making, and build resilience. Whether it’s learning from feedback or refining your pitch, each “no” can move you closer to a better “yes.”
Published: 05/22/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Strong leadership starts from within. In this new Forbes edition, our Co-founder and CEO Raquel Gomes highlights why mental health is no longer optional in the legal world—it’s a cornerstone of effective leadership. From building emotionally intelligent teams to creating psychologically safe workplaces, she explains how mental wellness drives lasting success.
Published: 05/01/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Want to make your business more financially resilient? In this edition, our Co-founder and CEO Raquel Gomes shares 20 practical steps every entrepreneur can take to build a stronger financial foundation—from using the Profit First method to creating key client and vendor partnerships.
Published: 04/08/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
In this Forbes article, our CEO Raquel Gomes examines the evolution of work-life balance, questioning whether it has always existed or is a modern idea. She discusses how societal changes in the 20th century made the concept more prominent and how technology and globalization have blurred the lines between work and personal life.
Raquel advocates for revisiting workplace policies to prioritize employee well-being, which in turn can boost productivity and job satisfaction.
20 Tips For Aspiring Women Leaders To Overcome Professional Challenges
Published: 02/03/2025
Women have now made significant progress in the workplace, being widely recognized for their work and celebrated as leaders for their achievements. While this progress bodes well for a more equitable workplace environment, obstacles are still a common experience for women in leadership roles.
From feeling undervalued, overlooked and unable to get ahead, these are just a few challenges female professionals face when attempting to advance their careers and move up the corporate ladder. Here, 20 Forbes Business Council members offer advice to help aspiring women leaders overcome career obstacles.
Published: 01/24/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Want to build a happier, more resilient legal team?
Discover how purpose-driven leadership can transform your firm’s culture and boost satisfaction across the board. Don’t miss this insightful Forbes article featuring key strategies for legal industry leaders.
Published: 01/02/2025
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Feeling the pressure of legal work? Learn how mastering stress can lead to greater success and well-being. This Forbes article offers practical insights for legal professionals looking to thrive in high-stakes environments.
Published: 12/03/2024
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Strategic preparation is key to staying competitive in 2025.
This Forbes article outlines how law firms can stay ahead by embracing innovation, refining operations, and investing in talent. A must-read for firms planning sustainable growth in the year ahead.
How to Combat Meeting Overload in Your Company
Published: 10/09/2024
Written by Forbes Council Members
Meetings are meant to foster collaboration, but too many can become a major productivity hazard. In fact, 78% of employees feel overwhelmed by meetings, often leading to working overtime just to catch up. Learn how to shift from micromanagement to empowering your team and reclaim valuable work hours.
Published: 08/04/2023
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
As a woman in business, I have felt the frustration of working with a limited amount of time. I was told at a young age, “It’s not possible to have everything.” As I became an adult and struggled to be a successful CEO, wife and mom, I often heard these words ringing in my ears.
Stafi is thrilled to announce Dana Cosby as our new Vice President of Coaches! With years of experience in leadership, coaching, and organizational growth, Dana will play a key role in strengthening how we support law firms through strategic delegation and performance coaching.
Her vision aligns perfectly with Stafi’s mission to empower legal teams with world-class virtual support.
Written by Stafi CEO, Raquel Gomes
Women face exceptional challenges in the workplace. To succeed, women must understand that they can have it all by defining their “why.”
Part of the reason it may be hard for some entrepreneurs to delegate is that they have trouble finding the right people to delegate to. Hiring someone new presents a huge new undertaking, as there’s not only writing the job description, but also listing it on websites and going through the hundreds of resumes that stream in. Vetting the candidates can seem like an endless chore, much less putting the finalists through several rounds of interviews.
StafiLIVE Announces Jacobo Ramos as New Managing Partner at 2024 AILA Annual Conference
StafiLIVE, a subsidiary of Stafi, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jacobo Ramos as its new Managing Partner. This exciting partnership is being announced at the 2024 AILA Annual Conference. As a premier provider of high-quality, 24/7 bilingual intake and virtual receptionist services for law firms, StafiLIVE welcomes Jacobo Ramos, a Telecommunications Engineer with over 20 years of expertise in…
