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Are you pursuing your dreams like Paul Potts did?

December 24, 2008 21:08

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The principle of accelerating acceleration

December 16, 2008 20:42

In "The Slight Edge," Jeff Olson talks about the power of doing "the little things" over and over again, consistently, over time, until the compounded effect of those small efforts produces dramatic change. Brian Tracy, in "Create Your Own Future: How to Master the 12...

Social media marketing for attorneys

December 12, 2008 00:32

This isn't an attorney but he offers a cogent explanation of how social medial should fit into an attorney's marketing mix. What's that? You don't have a mix? Oh my, you really should have a mix. . . [media:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zn1cspHx7DU]This isn't an attorney...

What could you do if you didn't know any better?

December 03, 2008 01:02

This clip, from the movie, "Facing The Giants," is a poignant reminder that we can do more than we think we can. It also shows you why you should never give up. If you need a bit of inspiration, or a kick in the seat, watch this clip and ask yourself, "What could I do if [...]This...

The ABA Journal wants to know what lawyers think about the economy. I don't.

November 19, 2008 19:34

How's business? The ABA Journal wants to know. They are surveying lawyers on the job market and the state of the economy. They've asked me to mention this on my blog, so here it is: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=9Dhw2g7bX_2bxfq4mW8eB1Cg_3d_3d Surveys are interesting, but guess...

Never, Never, Never, Never give up!

November 04, 2008 22:23

Where would our world be if these people gave up? Think about these people the next time you're thinking about quitting. As a young man, Abraham Lincoln went to war a captain and returned a private. Afterward, he was a failure as a businessman. As a lawyer in Springfield, he was too...

Lawyer marketing 101: The basics of niche marketing

August 27, 2008 17:56

Q: I'm starting a solo practice. How do I compete with larger firms who use TV ads? A: TV ads target everyone, and therefore, no one. The consumer markets are vast and expensive to reach, especially via TV. If you aren't prepared to go head to head with big budget advertisers, I'd...

Lawyer marketing 101: The basics of networking

August 06, 2008 20:51

Experts tell us that 85 percent of success in the business and professional worlds is accomplished through personal contacts and word of mouth. The more people you know, then, the more chances you have of meeting people who can and will further your career. One of the best ways to develop more...

Abraham Lincoln advertised his law practice; why don't you?

July 28, 2008 18:14

Okay, I'm not going to get into a rant on why lawyers who don't advertise shouldn't denigrate lawyers who do. I'm just going to present this ad by one Linclon & Herndon, Attorneys and Counsellors At Law in Springfield, Illinois, who advertised their availability for hire in...

Lawyer marketing 101: the basics of getting articles published

July 22, 2008 21:10

Getting exposure via published articles has long been a marketing mainstay for lawyers. In the age of the Internet, there are even more opportunities than ever as the need for quality content has multiplied. Many books have been written on writing and publishing articles. If you are serious about...