Dr Karen Kahn of Threshold Advisors on Bridging the Cross-Selling Gap - Passle's CMO Series Podcast
Courtney Beauzile of Robins Kaplan on Building High-Performance Marketing & BD Teams in Modern Law Firms - Passle's CMO Series Podcast
These are the six ways thought leadership will support your firm's strategic plan
Treat thought leadership like the compounding asset it is
8 Key Takeaways | Strategies to Drive Influence With and Without Authority
Want to use a positioning cheat code? Try "early bird" thought leadership.
You should be talking about philosophies—not just tactics—in your thought leadership
6 Takeaways | From Tension to Teamwork: Real Strategies for Legal Collaboration
The four reasons why, with thought leadership, the best ability is availability
Jason Levin of Ready, Set, Launch on The Key to Cross-Selling: Building Real Human Connection - Passle's CMO Series EP174
Compliance tip of the Day: Communication Through Persuasion
What Law Firm Clients Really Want: Relationships, Reputation, and Responsiveness - On Record PR
Take your relationships to another level by co-authoring thought leadership with clients and referral sources
Hsu Untied interview with Ben Roth, Partner at Wachtell Lipton
DE Talk | A Focus On Veterans: Supporting Compliance, Recruitment, Candidate Experience & Beyond
CMO Series EP105 - Megan Senese of Stage on taking a client-first approach to legal business development
Taking Control of Your Practice by Setting Boundaries | Kiele Linroth Pace | Texas Appellate Law Podcast
Michelle Murray on Key Client Programs: What Your Firm Needs to Know - Passle's CMO Series Podcast
Podcast Episode 183: Initiating Change
Podcast Episode 175: The Importance of Being More Thoughtful, Empathetic, and Following the Platinum Rule in Business
Law firms continue to struggle with getting their lawyers to cross-sell effectively, leaving significant revenue untapped. The good news is that with the right strategic shift, firms can close the gap between their...more
In today’s legal market, mid-size firms are proving they can punch well above their weight, and the secret often lies in bold, strategic marketing leadership. In this episode of the CMO Series Podcast, Charles Cousins speaks...more
In this video, Wayne Pollock (Founder of Copo Strategies and the Law Firm Editorial Service) explains six ways thought leadership can support your firm's strategic plan. 1. By covering issues or developments regarding the...more
No matter your title at Baker Donelson or how senior you are, you will play the role of leader at times. A leader is anyone who has the capacity to shape mindsets and behavior in furtherance of a shared goal. Moreover, even...more
What if the biggest leadership breakthrough wasn’t in getting louder—but in getting clearer? In the world of law firm leadership, power often masquerades as pressure. High expectations are seen as synonymous with...more
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
If the revenue now brought in by senior partners is not replaced by the time they retire, their firms will inevitably contract. David Wood looks at the importance of BD coaching...more
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
Coaching younger lawyers on BD is an obvious way to grow future rainmakers, but it should never be limited to partners in the first half of their careers....more
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
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
In the grind of the day-to-day, it can sometimes be easy to forget who is at the center of everything we do – our clients. I’d like to offer you two contrasting stories that serve as a reminder of putting clients first (which...more
Each year, we conduct an industry-wide survey to better understand where our clients and partners stand on issues important to the legal industry and litigation support. This summary breaks down some of the most important...more
True greatness is based on our ability to unleash the potential of those around us. To do this you have to shift your focus from personal accomplishments to enabling others’ success. If you do so, your actions will have an...more
This past weekend I was reading something and saw the phrase “be the change you want to see.” I’ve heard it before and have written about the benefits of change. It struck me as I believe change and trying new things is the...more
The eDiscovery community is experiencing a mental health crisis that can and should be solved by senior stakeholders who control the economic foundations of our industry. Poor mental health has a number of potential taproots;...more
The landscape of networking has shifted significantly in recent years, driven in large part by the pandemic. This period has accelerated changes that were already underway, such as the rise of virtual meetings, remote work,...more
Whether you’re confident in your social media skills or still think it’s something “the kids use,” social media can give your networking efforts a significant boost. Social media is just one tactic in your toolbelt, and how...more
Building Exceptional Firms: From Rainmaking to Culture Building, What Makes Great Firms Stand Out? What Iconic Consulting Firms Do to Grow in a Post-COVID Era - Consulting Magazine held the “2024 Best Firms to Work For”...more
Success comes from constantly assessing the results from actions you take and adjusting, depending on what is or is not working. If something you’re doing is not successful, you need to change it or try something new. The...more
Each of us is a part of a group in relation to our work. You are a part of the company where you work. And you are probably part of smaller formal groups comprised of you and co-workers, as well as part of other...more
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
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
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
The shift to virtual and hybrid networking has brought both opportunities and challenges for business lawyers. While virtual connections can broaden your reach, they also come with unique difficulties, such as screen fatigue...more