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The Path to Partnership: Embracing the ‘P’ Word Is the Key to Law Firm Growth

Brooke Lively says that with clear, measurable requirements, you can choose new partners wisely and with less fear. Here are three things that make a good partner.

Brooke Lively - July 22, 2025
Everything Works Out for the Best
Everything Works Out for the Best — Skeptical? Here Are 5 Reasons It Might Be True

Jamie Spannhake | There’s a difference between things working out and things working out for the best.

Jamie Spannhake - July 18, 2025
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The 95:5 Rule for Lawyers: Why Business Development Is a Long Game

Jay Harrington | You're not pushing people down a funnel. Most of the people won’t move until they’re ready. But you can catch them as they fall.

Jay Harrington - July 14, 2025
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Microsoft Word Keyboard Shortcuts: Handy Keyboard Tricks

One way to increase your efficiency is to learn a few handy Microsoft Word keyboard shortcuts. So you can format as your fingers fly. One sure way to save time in Microsoft Word is to keep your hands off the mouse as much as possible. To do ...

Deborah Savadra - July 11, 2025
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Lawyers, Are Your Emotional Walls Holding You Back?

Gray Robinson says the walls think protect you are likely keeping you from the things you want most. Instead, focus on building character.

Gray Robinson - July 9, 2025
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Stop Looking Like a Hostage on Camera: The Attorney’s Guide to Professional Video Presence

Kerry Barrett | Welcome to the world of attorney video anxiety — where brilliant legal minds suddenly feel like they’re being held for ransom by their own webcam.

Kerry Barrett - July 8, 2025
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This Is How to Make Friends in Three Easy Steps

There's no magic spell for how to make friends, but there is a proven formula that's one part authenticity and two parts patience.

Bull Garlington - July 2, 2025
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How to Say ‘No’ When ‘No’ Is What You Want to Say

Merrilyn Astin Tarlton | Who knows why we do it, but most of us tend to say “yes” to things when we should say "no."

Merrilyn Astin Tarlton - June 30, 2025
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The AI Adoption Divide Dominates the 2025 Future of Professionals Report

The clock is ticking for law firms without a clear AI adoption strategy. Highlights from the Thomson Reuters Future of Professionals Report.

Joan Feldman - June 26, 2025
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Don’t Be Afraid to Rely on Intuition

Your intuition can steer you to new inquiries, positive reactions, and feelings that make you frown and squirm. Pay attention.

Theda C. Snyder - June 25, 2025
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