Two people can look at the exact same contract, the same set of facts, the same business opportunity, and come away with completely different interpretations. It’s not that one person is right and the other is wrong. It’s...more
The most expensive problems my clients face aren’t complex or sophisticated contract disputes. They’re conversations that never happened. The partner who should have been confronted about their underperformance three years...more
10/16/2025
/ Business Partners ,
Business Strategies ,
Career Development ,
Conflict Resolution ,
Contract Negotiations ,
Contract Terms ,
Corporate Culture ,
Dispute Resolution ,
Human Resources Professionals ,
Internal Communications ,
Leadership ,
Performance Reviews ,
Professional Development ,
Risk Management ,
Suppliers ,
Talent Management ,
Workplace Communication
John Wooden, the legendary UCLA basketball coach, once observed that “It’s the things that you learn after you know it all that count.” This profound insight strikes at the heart of a dangerous trap that ensnares countless...more
10/16/2025
/ Artificial Intelligence ,
Best Practices ,
Business Development ,
Business Strategies ,
C-Suite Executives ,
Change Management ,
Corporate Culture ,
Innovative Technology ,
Leadership ,
Mentors ,
Professional Development ,
Talent Management ,
Thought Leadership
There’s an old saying that “strangers are just friends you haven’t met yet,” and after decades of practicing law, I can tell you this isn’t just feel-good philosophy, it is sound business strategy. Every interaction you have,...more
In the relentless hustle of modern business including my world, legal practice, there’s a dangerous trap that snares even the most ambitious professionals: confusing motion with progress. You know the type—the executive who...more
10/3/2025
/ Best Practices ,
Business Development ,
Business Operations ,
Business Strategies ,
Career Development ,
Client Services ,
Law Practice Management ,
Leadership ,
Professional Development ,
Strategic Planning ,
Time-Management
In the world of business , I’ve seen countless entrepreneurs and executives make decisions that were technically legal but strategically disastrous. The phrase “just because you can doesn’t mean you should” isn’t just...more
10/2/2025
/ At-Will Employment ,
Best Practices ,
Employee Handbooks ,
Employee Retention ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Employer Responsibilities ,
Employment Contract ,
Employment Litigation ,
Employment Policies ,
Hiring & Firing ,
Non-Compete Agreements ,
Non-Disclosure Agreement ,
Restrictive Covenants ,
Risk Management
Every decision carries an invisible weight that most professionals never fully grasp until it’s too late. When you agree to take on that additional client project, you’re simultaneously declining other opportunities such as...more
9/15/2025
/ Best Practices ,
Business Development ,
Business Operations ,
Business Strategies ,
Decision-Making Process ,
Entrepreneurs ,
Leadership ,
Productivity ,
Professional Development ,
Professional Networking ,
Resource Management ,
Strategic Planning ,
Stress Reduction ,
Time-Management
I never know where I will find ideas or take inspiration from for my blog posts. Inspiration for this one came from an unlikely source, Taylor Swift. More specifically it was from something she said on her recent appearance...more
In the world of business, knowing how to ask for help can make or break your professional relationships. Whether you’re seeking an introduction to a key client, requesting a deadline extension, or hoping for mentorship from a...more
In the world of modern business, there’s a dangerous misconception that continues to undermine effective leadership and sustainable success. Too many executives, managers, and even seasoned professionals operate under the...more
In the fast-paced world of business and law, we’re conditioned to focus relentlessly on outcomes. Quarterly earnings, case verdicts, deal closures, and client acquisitions dominate metrics and conversations. Yet the most...more
8/14/2025
/ Best Practices ,
Business Operations ,
Business Strategies ,
Due Diligence ,
Leadership ,
Legal Project Management ,
Litigation Strategies ,
Process Improvement ,
Professional Development ,
Risk Assessment ,
Risk Management ,
Strategic Planning ,
Trial Preparation
The alarm goes off at 6:30 a.m., and you already know the client meeting at 9 is going to be challenging. The contract review is behind schedule, opposing counsel sent another aggressive email late last night, and your...more
Every professional knows the feeling. You’re staring at a complex negotiation, facing a high-stakes client meeting, or preparing for a board meeting that could make or break your company’s future. Anxiety creeps in like fog,...more
7/29/2025
/ Business Litigation ,
Business Strategies ,
Career Development ,
Decision-Making Process ,
Leadership ,
Legal Ethics ,
Mental Health ,
Professional Development ,
Risk Management ,
Stress Reduction ,
Thought Leadership ,
Young Lawyers
We all struggle in business and life, trying to carve a path and do our best. A lot of us feel guilty about taking time for ourselves and following our interests. Spending time “just reading” articles that seemed tangentially...more
7/11/2025
/ Business Development ,
Business Ownership ,
Business Strategies ,
Career Development ,
Entrepreneurs ,
Innovation ,
Leadership ,
Problem Solving ,
Professional Development ,
Strategic Planning ,
Thought Leadership
I had coffee with a managing partner last week who made an observation that stuck with me. He said he could predict which attorneys in his firm would become rainmakers by watching how they treated the receptionist, the...more
6/26/2025
/ Business Development ,
Career Development ,
Client Services ,
Firm Leadership ,
Law Practice Management ,
Leadership ,
Professional Development ,
Professional Networking ,
Professional Services Companies ,
Rainmakers ,
Relationship Development ,
Reputation Management ,
Thought Leadership
Constant and deliberate education remains the ultimate appreciating asset. Education is not a one-time transaction but rather a flower that requires ongoing nurturing, attention, and care to fully bloom. The more you learn,...more
Countless professionals have sabotaged their own careers without even realizing it. They make decisions that seem logical in the moment, then spend years wondering why they’re stuck in positions that don’t fulfill them or...more
As an attorney, I often focus on the immediate task at hand – reviewing the revised document from opposing counsel, the brief due next week, the client meeting tomorrow, or the upcoming deposition. Over time I’ve learned that...more
6/11/2025
/ Business Development ,
Business Strategies ,
Career Development ,
Client Services ,
Content Strategy ,
Ethics ,
Law Practice Management ,
Leadership ,
Professional Development ,
Professional Networking ,
Thought Leadership
I was speaking with someone recently who told me “You find time to do what is important to you” and it struck me. It speaks to all facets of life from family to business to hobbies. The list is specific to you. This statement...more
All of us have been conditioned to worship at the altar of efficiency. I’ve watched countless people try to optimize their schedules down to the minute, transforming their professional lives into a series of predictable...more
Get out and do things with other people. We live in a large world and the pleasure of experiencing new people, places, and things provides energy, ideas, and motivation. This also includes going away and hopefully...more
In the competitive landscape of business, we often become consumed by working harder and longer than others as some type of badge of success. In the legal profession this comes in the form of billable hours, client demands,...more
Many times, when a new client walks into my office, they’re avoiding something. Maybe it’s a tough conversation with a business partner, a challenging negotiation with a vendor, or that dreaded discussion about succession...more
In the high-stakes world of business, happily not all professional interactions are confined to conference rooms or phone calls. Sometimes, the most transformative conversations happen during something as seemingly casual as...more
A fundamental truth that separates successful ventures from failed ones is that when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, the only viable path forward is straight through the difficulty. This isn’t just motivational...more