Here are helpful lessons I learned during the massive social disruption of Hurricane Katrina that are relevant and helpful to you during the Covid-19 situation.

The current pandemic is forcing many of us to work from home in isolation. We need to become adept at working remotely and collaborating virtually. Here are 3 vital things that will help you do that better.

• Twitter; - sign up for an account and use it to follow high-value information sources like Tim Ferriss' Twitter list of Covid-19 sources.
• Follow me on Twitter if you want to get my quick takes and short advice.
• Join my private Facebook group if you're like to use Facebook to gather and share information.
• Read my article about why Slack is valuable as a form of group chat.
• Sign up for a Zoom account and learn how to do virtual meetings with video.
• Get my free Tech Resource Guide for solo and small firm lawyers.
• Signup for the (now) 100% Virtual Small Firm Bootcamp

General Resources

• Learn to use technology to reduce friction & gain freedom with this resource: https://www.the8020lawyer.com/
• Focus on these essential tech tools for maximum traction in your practice.
• Take this short law practice assessment to identify your main strengths & weaknesses.

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