The Art of Starting Conversations

September is just around the bend, and with it comes a new beginning for building business relationships. The fall is a great time to get involved with a new group or revive your activities with an existing organization. Often, industry groups get started with networking events in the fall, which then kick off a series…

The Essential Quick Pitch

Everyone needs a quick pitch and summer is a super time to develop it.  No, I am not talking about baseball, nor am I referring to a sales pitch. I am talking about a very brief sentence or two that you use to introduce yourself in a casually, socially acceptable way.  Summer is a great…

Why Law Firms Need to Use Social Media

There are many compelling reasons driving law firms to use social media in their marketing mix.  If you are still having trouble getting your firm on board, here are a few things to share with your leadership. Keep pace with the competition. Although I never advocate for firms to undertake initiatives just because everyone else…