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Wherever You Invest Your Energy, That Is Your Day: Treat Your Time Like the Luxury Item It Is

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I never know where I will find ideas or take inspiration from for my blog posts. Inspiration for this one came from an unlikely source, Taylor Swift. More specifically it was from something she said on her recent appearance...more

IR Global

Establishing a Client Advisory Board

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Accounting business leaders need an excellent understanding of the MARKET to make good decisions on new services, marketing, communications, branding, Client service, pricing and even hiring. One of the best sources of...more

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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

Baker Donelson

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

Copo Strategies + Law Firm Editorial Service

What Do You See When You Look in Your Thought Leadership Mirror?

Take a look at what your thought leadership says about you. If you’re not happy with what it says, do something about it. Before we venture out into the world each day, we tend to look at ourselves in the mirror to make...more

Baker Donelson

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

Copo Strategies + Law Firm Editorial Service

Treat thought leadership like the compounding asset it is

In this video, Wayne Pollock (Founder of Copo Strategies and the Law Firm Editorial Service) explains why thought leadership is a compounding asset whose benefits increase in value over time. Those benefits include audience...more

Good2bSocial

How to Create the Perfect LinkedIn Profile for Lawyers in 12 Steps

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With more than 1 billion users globally, LinkedIn remains the premier platform for professional networking. But while I know from my own experience that a strong LinkedIn presence can help lawyers attract new clients and...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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Why Great Marketing Teams Share Their Secrets

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Long ago, the partner in charge of marketing at a Big Four accounting firm discovered that several members of his team had joined the Association of Accounting Marketing Executives. Not only were they attending meetings, but...more

JD Supra Perspectives

Diversify or Die: Why Law Firm Attorneys Must Master More Than One Business Development Skill

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If you work in a law firm and don’t understand how to bring in business, you’re leaving your future in someone else’s hands. John Eix explains....more

EDRM - Electronic Discovery Reference Model

Staying Curious: One Practical Defense Against Creative Burnout

In the high-stakes convergence of business, technology and law, creative burnout isn’t just an individual challenge—it’s a systemic risk. The relentless push for efficiency, digital acceleration and hyperspecialization can...more

Jaburg Wilk

Elevate Everyone You Encounter

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I had coffee with a managing partner last week who made an observation that stuck with me. He said he could predict which attorneys in his firm would become rainmakers by watching how they treated the receptionist, the...more

Copo Strategies + Law Firm Editorial Service

The four reasons why, with thought leadership, the best ability is availability

In this video, Wayne Pollock (Founder of Copo Strategies and the Law Firm Editorial Service) walks through four reasons why, as is the case with sports, with thought leadership, the best ability is availability: -...more

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The Untapped Power of Law Firm Alumni Programs

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In an era where relationships drive business, law firms are increasingly recognizing the strategic value of alumni programs, not just as a goodwill gesture, but as a powerful engine for growth, brand loyalty, and revenue...more

International Lawyers Network

The Evolving Role of Lawyers as Geopolitical Analysts

With recent shifts in trade policies and tariffs, lawyers are increasingly called upon to navigate complex geopolitical landscapes. We’ve long recognized that today’s legal advisors must act as business partners to their...more

Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.

That 401(k) Conference: Sponsoring While Not Burning You Out

When I first started my law practice, I’d get invited to sponsor networking events or plan sponsor forums. They’d ask for a check, promise big exposure, and deliver… almost nothing. The room would be filled with the wrong...more

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Service, Sacrifice and the Rule of Law, May 2025 - A Veteran’s Voice in Law

For many Americans, Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer – neighborhood pools open, patriotic decorations ornament yards, and friends and family gather for barbeques and outdoor fun. Amidst the three-day weekend, it’s...more

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Friends Are All You Need, May 2025 - A Note to My Younger Self: Friends

Oh, the places you will go and the people you will meet! This work thing can be so all-consuming that your first years as an associate leave no room for much of anything (well, other than work). Then, you will make partner...more

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Remembering Justice David Souter - SCOTUS Today

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The U.S. Supreme Court did not publish any opinions last week, but I note with sadness the death of retired Justice David Souter on May 8. I got to know Justice Souter first during his vetting in 1990....more

International Lawyers Network

Want to Be a Better Lawyer? Start by Being a Better Communicator

Being a good communicator is central to being a good lawyer. Last month, I sat in on a fireside chat between President Obama and the president of my alma mater, Hamilton College. As someone widely regarded as one of the most...more

International Lawyers Network

What President Obama Taught Me (Again) About Bridging Gaps

Last week, many people tuned in to hear former President Barack Obama speak during an hour-long fireside chat filled with thoughtful insights and meaningful advice. What many don’t know is that this powerful conversation took...more

Jaburg Wilk

A Walk with a Friend: Networking Beyond the Conference Room

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In the high-stakes world of business, happily not all professional interactions are confined to conference rooms or phone calls. Sometimes, the most transformative conversations happen during something as seemingly casual as...more

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Building Bridges: How Attorneys Can Leverage Business Development Coaching for Long-Term Growth

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In the competitive legal industry landscape, attorneys often must go beyond providing excellent legal services to thrive. Business development coaching has emerged as a pivotal tool for attorneys aiming to enhance their...more

Baker Donelson

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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