Sleep. We all know it’s important. But, there is so much to do and no time to do it. Where do we steal the time? From our sleep, right? We tell ourselves that we can function on 6, 5, or 4 hours of sleep. We’re kidding ourselves—we can’t. Watch Matt Walker’s TedTalk and you may
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“I Am, Because of You”
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Posted in Inspired Thought
In the celebration of Nelson Mandela’s life we learned an African word… “ubuntu.” It is defined as “I am, because of you.” Of all the stories I heard in the steady stream of heart felt illustrations, there is one story that stands out…Take 15 minutes to listen to this TED Talk, a very special illustration…
Legal Business Development: What is Your Body Language Communicating?
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We all know the lawyer who walks into a room and and owns it. There is no mistake that his body language is saying… “I’m in charge.” So, what if your body language isn’t as commanding… can you change it? Well, according to Harvard professor and researcher Amy Cuddy, the answer is… YES! And a…
Legal Business Development: Referrals – Connect. Ask. Trust.
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Posted in Building Relationships
Building a network of referral sources isn’t easy. In fact it’s harder than passing the bar. Why would I say that? Because I see it every day… lawyers, bright and knowledgeable in their practice areas, that have few relationships that send them work. So the logical conclusion… it must be harder than passing the bar! Wouldn’t…
Legal Business Development: What We Can Learn From One Passionate Young Women!
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Posted in Branding and Positioning
Mother’s day is next Sunday and Seth Godin recommends a TRUE JEWEL… I know because last year I discovered the very talented Sarah Kay on TED. I sent her book to my Mom, sister and nieces… it is a poignant little book.
But more than that Ms Kay delivers a powerful 18…