I'm honored to share that I've begun my term as Chair of the American Bar Association Career Center Board. It's a privilege to follow in the footsteps of so many dedicated leaders who've built this [...]
Would you ever consider skipping an oil change? Your car needs regular maintenance to run smoothly. Without it, you may find yourself in the breakdown lane. Likewise, law firms —and the people who power them—need [...]
Want to be a better manager (and communicator)? Try excising the phrase “you should...” from your vocabulary. None of us like being told “you should…” It brings us back to being a kid and hearing, [...]
"Why should I delegate this? I can get it done quicker and better myself—and actually, it’ll take a lot longer if I have to fix what my associate gives me." Sound familiar? I hear that [...]
Have you ever noticed how dogs react to praise? Just a simple “Good boy!” and their tails wag, their energy lifts, and they’re ready to do even more to make you happy. Here’s the thing—humans [...]
As we step into a new year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on how we approach leveraging our time . One lesson I keep coming back to is this: when delegating, focus on the [...]
One weekend this past summer, I was leaving New York after a nice visit with my mother’s 98 year old cousin. I was not in a particular rush. It was a very nice visit. So [...]
One of the occupational hazards of being a professional is that people are paying us for our knowledge and wisdom. This is particularly true in the practice of law where the ability to argue or [...]
As lawyers, we are trained to be thorough. Mastering detail is part of our job. Getting ready for trial or for a closing requires a lot of follow-up. But when it comes to marketing, follow-up [...]
On this President’s Day , I wanted to share some thoughts on leadership. We can learn a lot from Abraham Lincoln’s leadership style which was characterized by his empathy, humility, and ability to listen to [...]
