Linked In Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules

There is an etiquette to everything.  Whether in a business or personal setting, it is important making a good impression is often the foundation of ongoing relationships. Social networking has experienced exponential growth and we use online tools for almost everything. Just as in face-to-face interactions, there are expected behaviors online that aren’t published hard and…

The Art of Small Talk

It is summer and the social calendar is booked with all kinds of activities!  Whether you are attending a business event or a personal BBQ, you will be in face-to-face situations where you will need to strike up a conversation.  This prospect strikes fear in many people. I often hear that people say they “dread small…

Building Transition into Long-Term Succession Plans

As the year gets to its mid-point, I often get questions related to retirement from senior-level attorneys.  The story is pretty typical. They want to slow down, relieve some of the demands of their practice, but still keep their clients happy and well cared for.  Perhaps most importantly, they want their clients to stay with their firms.…