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The Secret Science of Mingling for Lawyers

Networking is terrifying and dumb. Good news: Bull Garlington is here with a list of proven behaviors and tricks he's deployed in the field (or brazenly pilfered from experts) to get you over the hump.

Bull Garlington - July 9, 2026
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Sell Yourself One Hour of Your Time Every Day

Jay Harrington | A goal without action is merely a dream. Use these simple tools to set a big ambitious goal, then sell yourself an hour each day to work toward achieving it.

Jay Harrington - July 8, 2026
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Running a Client Team

Sally Schmidt: Much has been written and said about the value of forming client teams, but not all lawyers understand what that actually means.

Sally J. Schmidt - June 30, 2026
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AI Training for Lawyers: Why One Skill Beats Nine Prompts

Ernie Svenson: Most AI training aimed at lawyers is shiny-object stuff. That's exactly why none of it sticks.

Ernest Svenson - June 26, 2026
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Demolish Your Opponent’s Argument With These Very Specific Adjectives

Teddy Snyder | Sometimes you just run out of ways to say somebody’s trying to peddle a lie, but a real advocate never runs out of the right vocabulary.

Theda C. Snyder - June 24, 2026
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Did You Know Being a Terrible Guitar Player Could Make You a Better Lawyer?

Your brain doesn’t care if you are any good at your creative hobbies. Karen Skinner explains why being terrible may actually make you a better lawyer.

Karen Skinner - June 22, 2026
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The Lost Art of Having Fun: 5 Ways to Have More Fun This Summer

Jamie Spannhake | When was the last time someone asked you what you do for fun? Not what you do for work. Not what you do to stay healthy. If you can’t remember, read on for five ways to add a little fun to your life this summer.

Jamie Spannhake - June 19, 2026
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Legal Marketing Strategy Made Simple: What, Who, Where, How and When

Jay Harrington | You need a simple strategy — a one-page marketing plan — that prioritizes rapid action you can build on.

Jay Harrington - June 17, 2026
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Social Media for Law Firms: Still Driving Clients to Law Firms in 2026

Annette Choti | In 2026, social media is still one of the most effective tools you can use to build credibility and attract new clients. Here's how to make the most of the top platforms.

Annette Choti - June 16, 2026
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Stop Planning, Start Doing: The 15-Minute Daily Habit for Solo Lawyer Business Development

Don't let billable fire drills and constant task-switching stall your growth. Discover how a simple 15-minute daily micro-habit strategy maximizes solo lawyer business development while protecting your sanity and work-life balance.

Jared Correia - June 16, 2026
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