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The Art of the Ask: How to Request Business Favors Without Sounding Desperate

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In the world of business, knowing how to ask for help can make or break your professional relationships. Whether you’re seeking an introduction to a key client, requesting a deadline extension, or hoping for mentorship from a...more

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Skipping Through the Years: A Conversation About Changes with Courtney Hollins

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It was a sunny and busy day in the middle of May, and I'm sitting across the table from Courtney Hollins at Midtown Cafe. Almost exactly three years ago, I sat down with Courtney at this same restaurant when the two of us...more

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The Generational Edge: How Diverse Legal Teams Better Serve Clients

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In today's legal landscape, multi-generational teams are not just common – they are a source of strength. For the first time in history, the United States workforce is made up of four generations: Baby Boomers (1946 – 1964),...more

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The Power of Influence: Leading Without a Title

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Not all superheroes wear capes…and not all leaders carry a leadership title. Sometimes we are asked to lead an initiative or chair a committee with a team of people that are not our direct reports. Sometimes we must step up...more

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Building Your Future at Holland & Knight: The Summer Associate Experience

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Through our Summer Associate Program, Holland & Knight provides dedicated law students an opportunity to gain real-world experiences and explore different practice areas within our firm, preparing them for a successful and...more

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Up Close: Baker Donelson Shareholders on Leaving a Legacy

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Reflecting on the distinguished careers of Sr. Counsels Craig Holden, Phillip Sharp, Pete Ezell, and Jan Hayden at Baker Donelson, it is apparent that their collective legacies transcend mere professional accomplishments....more

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Tips for Building a Legacy, Ten Minutes at a Time

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I have a confession to make. During my 28 years of practicing law, I never intentionally thought about "building a legacy." For me, the type of people who build legacies are trailblazers who endure great hardship and make...more

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How to Build a Legacy by Asking, "What's Next?"

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When I was asked to write about my legacy, my first reaction was, am I old enough for that? But then I thought about the hip replacement I had last year. I've been going through old files and boxes lately, finding things...more

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Q&A with Jennifer Keller, Susan E. Rich Award Recipient

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Abby Nix sits down with Baker Donelson's President and Chief Operating Officer, Jennifer Keller, for a candid and insightful conversation about leadership, legacy, and the unexpected turns of a career in law....more

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Baker's Dozen: What Does Leaving a Legacy Mean to You?

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What does it mean to leave a legacy? For some, it’s about mentorship and creating opportunities for those who follow. For others, it’s about building relationships, shaping a culture of inclusion, or making a lasting impact...more

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Success is a Series of Small Actions Taken Everyday

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In the demanding worlds in which we all work, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by ambitious goals and high-stakes outcomes. Many professionals fixate on major victories—landing the prestigious customer, client, or sale;...more

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Perspectives on ATIXA’s Mentor Match Program 

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Title IX work can be challenging, isolating, and sometimes overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. Through ATIXA’s Mentor Match program, Title IX professionals like us—Amy and Susanne—have found not only guidance but also...more

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Where Do You Want to Be in Five Years? Building The Career You Deserve

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Ten years into my career, someone asked me a pivotal question that completely reframed how I thought about work and professional development: "Where do you see yourself in five years?" I had no answer. My focus was locked on...more

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Common Ground

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Allison Kennington and Kylei Sarwar were summer associates at Baker Donelson who volunteered to participate in an episode of Diversity Ever After, Baker Donelson’s D&I podcast. They had not met previously but during the...more

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EDRM Mentorship in Action: Holley Robinson’s Path in eDiscovery

ComplexDiscovery OÜ’s Editor’s Note: EDRM’s commitment to mentorship is a key driver of success in the eDiscovery industry. Holley Robinson’s story highlights the importance of community, collaboration, and support in...more

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Leadership Lessons I Learned from ABC's Lost

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From 2004 through 2010, I was transfixed (and probably a little addicted) to the ABC hit show Lost. From the pilot episode, Ellen and I were hooked. You likely remember Lost, which is built around a commercial airline that...more

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A Tale of Two Leaders: What Leadership Has Taught Me

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Showcasing how leaders come in various shapes and sizes is the common thread throughout this issue. We interviewed two Baker Donelson women leaders – Martha Boyd, chair of the Firm's Labor & Employment Group, and Jennifer...more

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What I Learned About Leadership This Summer

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Each year, our Baker Women team makes a point to engage with our summer associates, particularly getting them involved in some of our signature projects, such as our leadership issue of Strive. For this article, we tasked...more

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Essential Traits for Success: Persistence, Learning, and Strong Support

In today’s dynamic work environment, one of the key questions I often get is about the essential skills people need to thrive. In my view, achieving success involves three key elements: resilience, a commitment to continuous...more

International Lawyers Network

Mastering Virtual Presentations: Five Strategies to Enhance Your Online Delivery Skills

Pre-pandemic, we were discussing the crucial skills young lawyers needed to master for success, and it’s striking to think that one of those was in-person presentation skills. While we have returned to face-to-face...more

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Common Ground

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Last summer, our Firm's Diversity and Inclusion Committee featured a special interview, titled "Common Ground" between Baltimore Shareholder Alison Schurick and Baltimore Associate Stefanie Doyle in an issue of our Firm's...more

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Baker's Dozen: How to Create Meaningful Mentorships

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We recently asked the Baker Donelson community to share "one tip or piece of advice on how to create meaningful mentorships." 1. I had the good fortune as a senior associate and young shareholder to work closely with John...more

Legal Internet Solutions Inc.

One More Thing | Creating an Authentic, Purpose-Built Network for Professional Women with Lavinia Calvert

On this episode of “All the Things,” CMBDO Robyn Addis chats with Intapp’s Lavinia Calvert about her company’s WIN Initiative — an internal program focused on developing, growing, and promoting strong connections for women...more

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Words of Wisdom - January 2023 | Issue No. 207 - Women Leaders in Fund Finance Share the Keys to Success

At the beginning of the year, everyone’s LinkedIn newsfeed was flooded with alerts about members of their network updating their profiles with new titles following end-of-year promotions. As newly promoted women partners on...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Five Tips to Demystify Networking

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Networking requires energy and can feel “icky” at times, but putting it into practice in your daily life can increase your comfort and help you build connections with new people you meet....more

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