As rising professionals, it’s important to learn that both building relationships and serving your clients are major parts of growing your business. On the show today we welcome James Reid, a partner with Dinsmore & Shohl, a national law firm based out of Cincinnati, Ohio. James is based out of metro Detroit, and his practice focuses on labor law and dispute. Throughout his career, James has done a phenomenal job of not only going above and beyond for his clients and providing that superior service that is needed as a professional but has also built up his network along the way. During our conversation, we will be discussing advice for rising professionals who are looking to grow their networks and establish strong relationship foundations while also putting their clients at the forefront of their mission. We talk about managing your time to optimize outcomes, leveraging your networking, practical tips to help you succeed, dealing with change, and much more! So stay tuned and don’t miss out on this insightful episode!

Key Points From This Episode:

• James shares some steps and thought processes he went through to establish his career. 
• He explains the magic number of 5.
• Tips on how to manage your time and how to drive the best result outcomes with your time.
• How to leverage your networking to get a return on your investment. 
• Not defending your network: A mindset to embrace.
• The importance of using your electronic calendar and how to make it work for you.
• The power of LinkedIn with regards to networking and the trusted advisor role.
• James talks about finding his focus and the mistakes he made along the way.
• The above and beyond factor: Giving 110% all the time.
• How to deal with change and remain adaptable.
• Advice James would give his younger self.

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