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How to Say It For Women
June 1, 2010
“Phyllis Mindell, an acclaimed expert on professional communications, shows women how to transform themselves by transforming their language; shed weak words, phrases, and gestures; empower themselves to win attention and respect; and get their ideas across with confidence and power. Perhaps the best teacher of how the power of language can transform is an unexpected […]
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Selling the Invisible
June 1, 2010
A comprehensive guide to service marketing furnishes tips and advice on how one can apply one’s business knowledge to any area of sales and marketing, from a home-based consultancy to a multinational brokerage firm. Read more or buy it…
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The Myth of Multitasking
May 31, 2010
This is a great, quick read and totally debunks the idea that any of us can effectively multitask. “In a compelling business fable, The Myth of Multitasking confronts a popular idea that has come to define our hectic, work-a-day world. This simple yet powerful book shows clearly why multitasking is, in fact, a lie that […]
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Today’s Forecast: Cloudy with a chance of great web-based law practice management systems.
May 22, 2010
Until recently, law firms that wanted to implement practice management software had to invest in programs that would run on their office network. These programs are often expensive and require that you purchase additional support plans and pay for upgrades. But now there is an alternative to law practice management software. Several companies have developed […]
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Your law practice may be killing you.
May 17, 2010
It’s not enough to be busy. The question is: What are we busy about? – Henry David Thoreau It has always been a badge of honor for lawyers to work ridiculously long hours. The law firm culture says work late, every night, no matter what you are working on. This has long been a recipe […]
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How are you riding your elephant?
May 5, 2010
When my clients talk to me about changing their way of work, they often tell me how frustrating the process is. They do fine for a while, then fall back to their old habits. Truth is – the cycle of changing and then falling back to our old behavior – and then changing again- is […]
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Innovation = Systems = Beauty
April 18, 2010
I just returned from the Atticus 2-day attorney boot camp officially known as The Practice Builder. I spent Friday and Saturday with my fellow Practice Advisors and over 50 awesome attorneys from all across the country. The Practice Builder is designed not merely to motivate and inspire participants, although it certainly does that. It is […]
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Two things you can do today to increase your productivity.
April 6, 2010
First, a disclaimer, I have absolutely no relationship with the companies or products I’m about to recommend. Well, other than the fact that I use them. I’m talking about these two products because I want you to try them out. If you’re using Outlook as your case management, contact management and calendaring system, I can […]
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Double your pleasure. Double your fun.
March 29, 2010
Do you remember that catchy slogan for Wrigley’s Double Mint gum? Way back when, “the Double Mint twins” used to sing about the joys of all things “double.” Well, I have something to add to their list: double monitors. If you’re still working with only one computer monitor, you’re limiting your productivity more than you […]
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What are your business cards saying about you?
January 19, 2010
Have you taken a good look at your business card lately? In this era of electronic everything, your little old business card can still speak volumes about you and your practice. A well-designed business card is like having your laser talk in your pocket – or purse. Maybe you’re thinking, “But I don’t have a […]
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Practice Notes

The Law Practice Blog

How to Say It For Women

Selling the Invisible

The Myth of Multitasking

Today’s Forecast: Cloudy with a chance of great web-based law practice management systems.

Your law practice may be killing you.

How are you riding your elephant?

Innovation = Systems = Beauty

Two things you can do today to increase your productivity.

Double your pleasure. Double your fun.

What are your business cards saying about you?

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