Set your people up to succeed – Every last one of them was published by CBA PracticeLink. Below is a short exert: Have you ever wondered how far the people at your law firm could go if they were set up to reach their highest potential? Is it even feasible to consider doing this for […]
Mindfulness: Ultra light to the max!
You’ve been hearing a lot about mindfulness over recent years. You know that it, supposedly, can help to reduce your stress and make you feel more content. You’re still not exactly sure how it works or what it really means. But your curiosity is peaked! For all the lawyers, accountants, consultants and other professionals out […]
Does Your Law Firm Need More Leadership?
Does Your Law Firm Need More Leadership, was published by SlawTips. Below is a short excerpt: While interest in the role and importance of leadership in law firms continues to grow and solidify, it may not yet be obvious to many when investing in such improvements should become priority. If you’re starting to wonder if […]
Lawyers, Don’t Miss This Step in Your Marketing Plan
Lawyers, Don’t Miss This Step in Your Marketing Plan, was published by SlawTips. Below is a short excerpt: How is marketing a law firm different from marketing a packaged goods business? Instead of creating desire for a product, you are creating connection with people. So, it stands to reason that the basic structure of a […]
Planning a law firm retreat [presentation slides]
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Planning a law firm retreat (presentation slides) from Sandra Bekhor This past January, I spoke about law firm retreats at the OBA (Ontario Bar Association) Managing Partner Roundtable Breakfast Series. Here are my slides and a brief outline of the seminar, as a resource to law firms that are planning their own retreats. This session […]
Thank you for your generous (and quiet!) insights, Joseph Goldstein
From left to right: Joseph Goldstein, Sandra Bekhor I spent the weekend at a mindfulness retreat in Montreal. It was a roaring success… as ‘roaring’ as 300 meditators can get, that is! While there was lots to learn and think about. One insight has lived on for me in particular. The seeing meditation. Or, mindful […]
Anyone go into their retreat KICKING AND SCREAMING?
Here I am, planning away at my annual firm retreat… HAPPY AS A CLAM! So, how did that come to pass? Well it may have something to do with trading my suit for a hoodie (not gonna lie) and being in the countryside (also nice). But if that were it, there wouldn’t be much of […]
Are You Avoiding Succession Planning? (for lawyers)
Are You Avoiding Succession Planning?, was published by SlawTips. Below is a short excerpt: Lots of baby boomers are avoiding succession planning. One can only assume that at least some of them are lawyers! So, for today’s tip, I’ll give you 5 good reasons to stop procrastinating… Read article. — Related articles: Statistics […]
Dance your way to leadership!
Have you ever experienced disengagement or disorder in your teams? Who hasn’t, right? Well this week, I had the privilege to witness two dear friends and consultant clients, Edy Greenblatt and Mark Federman teach a group of MBA students all about leadership and functional team dynamics, through dance (at the University of Toronto -Rotman School […]
Can Lawyers Benefit From Business Coaching?
Can Lawyers Benefit From Business Coaching?, was published by SlawTips. Below is a short excerpt: Think about all the aspects of your job that you weren’t trained for. Delegating Managing people Priority management Developing job descriptions Interviewing Performance management Leadership Business planning Retreats Marketing How much of your day is spent on this list and […]
