Firm Leadership, Professional Development, Strategic Planning

Overcoming Networking Challenges in a Hybrid World: Tips for Business Lawyers

International Lawyers Network on 9/3/2024

The shift to virtual and hybrid networking has brought both opportunities and challenges for business lawyers. While virtual connections can broaden your reach, they also come with unique difficulties, such as screen fatigue...more

Be On Time, Every Time!

Jaburg Wilk on 8/2/2024

Poor time management limits success more than people realize it does. The people you work for, whether bosses or clients, will notice if you show up late or miss a deadline. When you do, it reflects poorly on you and your...more

Lee Grunnell of Womble Bond Dickinson on The Importance Of Advertising in Professional Services - Episode 150 of the Passle CMO...

Passle on 7/30/2024

In the world of B2B professional services, advertising is frequently one of the least utilized marketing tools. Earlier this year, Thompson Reuters published their "State of Global Legal Marketing & BD" report, revealing that...more

Market Leaders Podcast Episode 93: “Building High-Performance Teams: Strategies for Success” with guest Courtney Beauzile

The Market Leaders Podcast on 7/2/2024

In this episode of the Market Leader’s Podcast, host David Ackert engages in an insightful conversation with Courtney Beauzile, the head of Marketing, Business Development, and Communications at Robins Kaplan. Courtney shares...more

10 Years Later: It’s Still Minders Over Matters

LawVision on 6/25/2024

What difference does a decade make? In the legal industry, which has often been voted ‘Most Resistant to Change,’ a lot and not much all at once. Ten years ago – almost to the day – I wrote a blog titled Law Firm Client...more

Successfully integrating new partners

IR Global on 6/21/2024

In this new issue of Insights, dedicated to the integration of new partners in legal organizations, we will look at the many benefits of successfully integrating new partners, but also the many risks incurred by an...more

The Dawn of Product Management in Legal

JD Supra Perspectives on 5/15/2024

The second in series of four Experience Management articles by Rachel Shields Williams, Rachel Cohee, and Kieron Champion....more

State of the Legal Industry: the Key Word is “Adaptation”

International Lawyers Network on 5/1/2024

Recently, I noticed an EXPLOSION of interest in my post from last year on the state of the legal industry, where we talked about relaxing because the industry was familiar with contractions. This is still true, but the word...more

Do You Elevate the Performance of the People Around You or Only Your Own Results?

Jaburg Wilk on 4/22/2024

Elevating the performance of those around you versus solely focusing on your own results is a critical distinction in personal and professional development. When you prioritize lifting others, you contribute to a...more

How GCs Will Choose Law Firms in 2024

Firesign | Enlightened Legal Marketing on 3/29/2024

It’s not your imagination: Legal business development in 2024 is harder. In a January survey by BTI Consulting, 53 percent of lawyers and law firm leaders said business development would get harder this year. And it’s...more

What Gives You Hope?

Jaburg Wilk on 3/21/2024

Hope is a powerful force that drives all of us in all facets of our lives. In the realm of business, hope often manifests as the belief in innovation and the potential for growth. Entrepreneurs embark on new ventures with the...more

Responsiveness: The Overlooked Key to Building Successful Client Relationships in the Digital Age

International Lawyers Network on 3/5/2024

In today’s hyper-connected world, our devices keep us tethered to work even during off-hours. While taking breaks is crucial for well-being, being responsive remains a cornerstone of client and business relationships. Yet,...more

What Stands in the Way Becomes the Way

Jaburg Wilk on 3/4/2024

When you let a thought, an insecurity, or something you think you can’t do block your progress toward a goal, whether in your career or in your personal life, it is one manner of letting what stands in the way become the way....more

Study Minimalism: Make More Room for Good Things in Your Life

Jaburg Wilk on 3/4/2024

When I say study minimalism, I’m referring to the value in adopting a lifestyle philosophy that encourages you to declutter your life and focus on quality over quantity. By embracing minimalism, you eliminate excess and...more

Unlocking Success: A Guide for Lawyers to Secure Referrals

DRI on 2/12/2024

Building a thriving practice often hinges on one crucial factor: referrals. Referrals not only bring in new clients but also serve as a testament to your credibility and expertise. Developing a robust referral network is a...more

Client Corner: Gio Traverso’s Journey Starting Biotech Companies

Mintz on 1/17/2024

Our Client Corner: Perspectives from Founders, Financiers, and Friends podcast series hosted by Mintz Member Joshua Fox explores the challenges and rewards associated with starting and running a business and investing in a...more

Don’t Compare Yourself to Other People

Jaburg Wilk on 10/6/2023

This concept sounds so easy but is very difficult for many people. It carries great significance in personal development and mental well-being. This simple yet powerful mantra encourages you to focus on your own journey and...more

Don’t Play the Hypothetical Game

Jaburg Wilk on 10/6/2023

You need to focus on the present and concrete realities of a situation or event rather than getting lost in speculative scenarios. Constantly dwelling on hypothetical situations can lead to unnecessary stress and anxiety....more

Market Leader's Podcast Episode 84: “Change Agent: Establishing True Innovation Goals Within a Law Firm,” with Roberto Pont

The Market Leaders Podcast on 10/5/2023

In this episode of the Market Leader’s Podcast, join David Ackert and special guest Roberto Pont, Chief Strategy and Operations Officer at McInnes Cooper, as they engage in an enlightening conversation regarding innovation...more

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