Hsu Untied interview with John Wayne Horton, Partner at Lowenstein Sandler
Market Leaders Podcast Episode 96: “Cultivating Client Trust: The Intersection of Law, Sales, and Business Development” with Guest Sian Story
Hsu Untied interview with Casey McCracken, Partner at Gibson Dunn
Hsu Untied interview with Jason Hirsch, Partner at Nixon Peabody
Hsu Untied interview with David Niemeyer, Partner at Skadden
Hsu Untied interview with Lily Zhang, Partner at Jones Day
Hsu Untied interview with James Abe, Partner at Alston & Bird
Hsu Untied interview with Al Araiza, Partner at Perkins Coie
Hsu Untied interview with John Hueston, Founding Partner at Hueston Hennigan
Hsu Untied interview with Laurie McNamara, Partner at Wilson Sonsini
Hsu Untied interview with Bobby Malhotra, Partner at Winston & Strawn
Market Leaders Podcast Episode 95: Navigating the legal landscape: The Big Four vs. Traditional law firms with Guest Chris Pullen
Hsu Untied interview with Scott Luftglass, Partner at Fried Frank
Hsu Untied interview with Eric Sibbitt, Partner at Paul Hastings
Tim Mullane of Wilson Elser on How to Align Budgets with Your Firm’s Growth Strategy - Passle's CMO Series Podcast
Hsu Untied interview with Mike Burshteyn, Partner at Greenberg Traurig
Hsu Untied interview with Tim Best, Partner at Gunderson
Hsu Untied interview with Joe Santiesteban, Partner at Orrick
Hsu Untied interview with Joe Meckes, Partner at Squire Patton Boggs
Hsu Untied interview with Jake Kling, Partner at Wachtell Lipton
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JW Way Fundamental #8: Act with integrity. "Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing in very action you take and in every decision you make. Own up to your own mistakes and apologize. If you make a...more
JW Way Fundamental #18: Speak constructively. "Address issues in a candid, direct, kind and respectful manner with those involved or affected. Be courageous enough to say what you believe should be said. Ask questions,...more
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JW Way Fundamental #9: Leave your ego at the door. "At all times, stay focused on serving the needs of the client, and our firm, rather than on serving your ego. Remember – it’s about the client and our firm, not you!"...more
JW Way Fundamental #25: Candidly discuss, then align - "Healthy, respectful discussion creates better solutions. Discuss concepts without personal attacks. Check your ego and search for the best solution rather than...more
JW Way Fundamental #26: Show heartfelt appreciation "Recognize positive contributions of others. Regularly extend meaningful acknowledgment and appreciation. Give sincere, authentic praise."...more