Hsu Untied interview with Benjamin Sadun, Partner at Dechert
Industry jargon is your clients' and referral sources' love language
From Dashboards to Data-Driven Decisions – The Evolving Role of Technology in Legal Marketing & BD
Hsu Untied interview with D'Lonra Ellis, CLO of Oakland A's
Law School Toolbox Podcast Episode 507: What Do I Need to Do Before the First Day of Law School? (1L Summer Series)
The Three C’s for Addressing Prior Inconsistent Statements
Hsu Untied interview with Cyndie Chang, Partner at Duane Morris
Law School Toolbox Podcast Episode 506: Exploring the Increase in Law School Applications (w/Anna Ivey)
Amend (Don’t End) DEI: What SHRM’s BEAM Framework Means for Law Firms - On Record PR
Key Discovery Points: Do Your Best to Avoid Discovery Shenanigans!
Hsu Untied interview with Ed Reines, Partner at Jones Day
Are you using thought leadership as "after hours" client advocacy?
Maximizing Opportunities: Advice for Summer Associates
Innovation in Compliance: Break the Five Lies - A Conversation with John Kormanik
Law School Toolbox Podcast Episode 505: Breaking ADHD Barriers with the Help of AI (w/Lindsay Scola)
Great Women in Compliance – Compliance is the Floor, Ethics is the Ceiling with Ellen Hunt
Podcast - What Healthcare Providers Should Be Telling Students and Interns About HIPAA and Snooping
Sunday Book Review: May 18, 2025, The Books on Engaged Training Edition
12 O’Clock High, a podcast on business leadership: Empowering Female Entrepreneurs - A Conversation with Linda Fisk
Consider angles when mapping out your thought leadership strategy, not just topics
Effective thought leadership makes clear the people producing it are relevant, not just knowledgeable and wise. Many professionals in the legal and broader professional services worlds misunderstand the purpose of thought...more
On May 22, 2025, Brodie Erwin (Raleigh litigator) and Colleen Bear (Senior Manager Talent Management and Coach) co-hosted Kilpatrick’s bi-monthly virtual roundtable discussion with in-house counsel. This month’s installment...more
I appreciate the lengths some attorneys are wiling to go to inject creativity into their thought leadership to make it more enjoyable for their audiences to consume. Referencing pop culture or using trendy slang words is a...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
In the competitive legal industry landscape, attorneys often must go beyond providing excellent legal services to thrive. Business development coaching has emerged as a pivotal tool for attorneys aiming to enhance their...more
If the revenue now brought in by senior partners is not replaced by the time they retire, their firms will inevitably contract. David Wood looks at the importance of BD coaching...more
Coaching younger lawyers on BD is an obvious way to grow future rainmakers, but it should never be limited to partners in the first half of their careers....more
At this fall’s Decipher Talent Economics Roundtable, hosted by Baker McKenzie in Chicago, we showcased the critical role operations teams play in driving law firm profitability. While investment in human capital (lateral...more
A new year presents a valuable opportunity to strengthen client relationships and ensure alignment with their evolving needs. As a trusted advisor, it’s essential to proactively engage with clients to understand their goals,...more
I was an early adopter of virtual networking. As an introvert and remote worker, for me, the ability to connect from my computer from wherever I am has a variety of benefits and always will – I know that I’m not alone in...more
On January 9, 2025, Joe Dowdy (Raleigh Partner) and Colleen Bear (Senior Manager Talent Management and Coach) hosted the first of Kilpatrick’s monthly virtual roundtable discussions with in-house counsel to develop strategies...more
In the grind of the day-to-day, it can sometimes be easy to forget who is at the center of everything we do – our clients. I’d like to offer you two contrasting stories that serve as a reminder of putting clients first (which...more
Nearly 20 percent of lateral partner candidates neglect to provide a comprehensive list of their clients to their prospective firms, according to Decipher Investigative Intelligence research. This means that law firms that...more
It should go without saying that understanding your client’s experience with your firm is critical to understanding how to continue impressing this client as well as future clients. (Or to understand what needs to be fixed.)...more
True greatness is based on our ability to unleash the potential of those around us. To do this you have to shift your focus from personal accomplishments to enabling others’ success. If you do so, your actions will have an...more
Every day is a good day to think about and set goals. These can be short or long-term goals. Many people write New Year’s Resolutions and view that as the time to set goals or challenges. A lot of those same people are the...more
This past weekend I was reading something and saw the phrase “be the change you want to see.” I’ve heard it before and have written about the benefits of change. It struck me as I believe change and trying new things is the...more
The landscape of networking has shifted significantly in recent years, driven in large part by the pandemic. This period has accelerated changes that were already underway, such as the rise of virtual meetings, remote work,...more
Whether you’re confident in your social media skills or still think it’s something “the kids use,” social media can give your networking efforts a significant boost. Social media is just one tactic in your toolbelt, and how...more
Building Exceptional Firms: From Rainmaking to Culture Building, What Makes Great Firms Stand Out? What Iconic Consulting Firms Do to Grow in a Post-COVID Era - Consulting Magazine held the “2024 Best Firms to Work For”...more
In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, relationship marketing remains a cornerstone for business development. However, the strategies that worked in the past need to be updated to resonate with the expectations of...more
Success comes from constantly assessing the results from actions you take and adjusting, depending on what is or is not working. If something you’re doing is not successful, you need to change it or try something new. The...more
Accountants can advise Clients on Leadership and Management to improve organizational success. Leadership is the ability to influence, motivate, and enable others to contribute to the organisation’s success. Management is the...more
Each of us is a part of a group in relation to our work. You are a part of the company where you work. And you are probably part of smaller formal groups comprised of you and co-workers, as well as part of other...more
The shift to virtual and hybrid networking has brought both opportunities and challenges for business lawyers. While virtual connections can broaden your reach, they also come with unique difficulties, such as screen fatigue...more