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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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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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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

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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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Sidebars Podcast | Vision 2022 | Take Charge of Your Career

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In this episode, guest host Stephanie Sanders, Global Patent Operations Chief at Kilpatrick Townsend, speaks with two professional development experts about how to become the CEO of your legal career....more

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