You should be talking about philosophies—not just tactics—in your thought leadership
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In this video, Wayne Pollock (Founder of Copo Strategies and the Law Firm Editorial Service) explains the benefits of attorneys talking in their thought leadership about their philosophies regarding solving clients' legal and...more
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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
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
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
Effective thought leadership makes clear the people producing it are relevant, not just knowledgeable and wise. Many professionals in the legal and broader professional services worlds misunderstand the purpose of thought...more
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I appreciate the lengths some attorneys are wiling to go to inject creativity into their thought leadership to make it more enjoyable for their audiences to consume. Referencing pop culture or using trendy slang words is a...more
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