Content Marketing is a generally unfamiliar term to law firms, but should be at the forefront of all marketing plans. Since most consumers spend much of their time finding lawyers by researching online, content marketing is a great way for lawyers to reach out and offer something consumers want – advice, tips, and basic information […]

As rezoomers we are blessed, we think, with 20/20 hindsight. If I had only done this, then I would be further along with my return to the practice of law.  If I had only I’d gotten to that meeting, had lunch with that person or written an article for this publication I would be further […]

Jumping headfirst into succeeding at a career without doing some in depth self-assessment – in advance and along the way – is like driving fast in the dark with your low beams on.  You can feel really confident about moving forward at a fast pace as far as you can see, but the road could […]

This week Little Miss started summer camp. I have never seen her happier or dirtier.  Yesterday she looked like she was going out to play left tackle for the New England Patriots with mud covering each cheek.  (Honestly, I can’t imagine how dirty she would be if she didn’t swim twice a day.)  She jumps […]

The countdown to the bar exam has started and I’m hearing about stressed out law grads. I frequently get calls from lawyers who need new tools for coping with stress. Sometimes, even as a coach, I get overcommitted or “life happens” and I find myself feeling cranky, anxious and struggling to sleep. Stress negatively impacts […]

A question came in the other day concerning the value of non-engagement letters. You know the one. It’s that letter that says thanks for checking us out but we’re not able to take your case. Over the years I have found a real disparity among attorneys as to their willingness to use such a letter. […]