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Attorney Misconceptions In Networking (Part Two)
Many attorneys use the opportunistic or, as it is commonly referred to, the hit-and-miss approach to networking. Typically, attorneys attend an event , strike up a conversation , talk about…
Networking Misconceptions Held By Attorneys (Part 1)
For many attorneys, the word “networking” conjures up trepidation and concern about their own inadequacies about not being able to “schmooze,” coupled with misconceptions ranging from not having enough time…
Tidbit: Resources for Firms Wanting to Expand Overseas
In recent years, top global law firms have been ramping up their practices in emerging markets, particularly in Dubai, China and India. For medium sized law firms, also wanting a…
8 Ways to Improve your Legal Practice in an Economic Downturn.
The last couple of months has seen increasing focus and coverage on the state of the American economy. According to economists, the economy is in a far worse…
Honing Your Rainmaking Skills
Whether you are a solo practitioner, an associate or a partner, the ability to bring in business is fundamental to the success of your professional life. The more business you…
Networking: Keeping Your Circles Alive
“Seek first to understand and then be understood,” states Steven Covey author of Seven Habits of Highly Effective people. In essence that is precisely what good networkers do: they make…
Networking: It’s Not What You Can Get – Its How You Can Help?
To my mind networking has always conjured up sleezy car salesmen, people mindlessly exchanging cards, having to put on ‘the face’ for your employer, or the other extreme, the old…
The Art of Changing Perceptions And Public Relations
Public relations is the art of changing perceptions. One is either managing, building and/or changing perception with groups or stakeholders whom the success of a business is highly dependent on….
