2019
Small Claim Savvy: Should You Take the Case?
By Kelsey Heino – October 31, 2019
Be sure you and your client carefully weigh the pros and cons before you take on the matter.
Ditch the Handbook? Personal Interaction over Policies
By Stephanie Richards – August 27, 2019
Instead of a policy that may do nothing, interact directly with your team and make sure they understand the importance of their actions
Office R&R—Retreat and Rebuild
By Stephanie Richards – August 27, 2019
Retreats help your team build relationships, clarify goals and renew a sense of purpose, and align future efforts.
Perfect Pitch: Four Tips to Hit the Right Notes with Your Presentation
By Kelsey Heino – July 22, 2019
What you should remember the next time you’re preparing for and presenting a client pitch.
Crossing Boundaries: Should You Take that Out-of-State Case?
By Kelsey Heino – July 22, 2019
Taking cases in foreign jurisdictions and serving as local counsel expand your opportunities, but it is important to analyze the pros and cons of each engagement.
The Argument for EI: Why Emotional Intelligence Is as Important as IQ
By Josh White – June 3, 2019
Having social and self-awareness and being skilled in relationship and self-management will help you succeed in the legal industry.
What Do You Want? Twelve Questions to Help You Create Your Future
By Paula Black – June 3, 2019
Creating goals and strategy for your business and personal development helps you to set your course, helps you articulate your commitments, and fosters a sense of accomplishment.
Turning Compassion Into Action
By Dr. Crystal J. Davis – April 18, 2019
Setting aside time to help better the world around you will help you, your team, and your practice thrive.
Four Tips for Concise Communication
By Christie Finnegan – April 18, 2019
Keep in short and simple, and improve communication within your office and, more importantly, with your key clients.
Look Before You Leap: Five Things to Do Before Opening Your Own Firm
By Elizabeth Miller – March 11, 2019
Take these tools and pull the trigger. There is no better time than the present to start living your dream and opening your own law firm!
Five Tips to Make Bill Collection Bearable
By Kelsey Heino – January 31, 2019
While it may seem unavoidable for some of your firm’s accounts to be in delinquency at any given time, there are steps to keep that to a minimum.
Oh, Baby! Accommodating Parental Leave in Your Small Firm
By Kelsey Heino – January 31, 2019
A few suggestions for handling the impact of a missing employee.
2018
Hey Computer: Make My Law Firm Run Smoother
By Kelsey Heino – December 31, 2018
Three trends in legal technology you should consider in 2019.
Get the Most Out of Your Firm’s Google My Business Page
By Kelsey Heino – December 31, 2018
Three tips to get your firm name out there and make sure potential clients get the best possible first impression.
6 Phrases Servant-Leaders Can Use to Encourage Innovation
By Dr. Crystal J. Davis – November 26, 2018
Employees who sense that the boss cares for and supports them are happier, more engaged, more productive, and it shows up on the bottom line.
Here’s Your Smart Legal Marketing Template
By Wendy Witt – November 12, 2018
Get the right people at the right time in front of the person who does your intake.
3 Firm Policy Ideas from Recent #MeToo Legislation
By Kelsey Heino – October 24, 2018
Tips for avoiding sexual harassment and discrimination in your workplace.
“That’d Be Great”: 5 Tips to Successfully Share Office Space
By Cindy Albracht-Crogan – October 15, 2018
While the benefits of banding together with other solo attorneys can be plentiful, there are several considerations to be addressed before signing that lease.
Five Tips for Starting 2018 with Success
By Linda G. Yang – January 30, 2018
Ideas to help start 2018 at the top of your game.