The Productive Attorney

Growing up without technology makes me appreciate just how good I have it now. In 1988, lawyers had to go to a physical library to research law, and now information is at your fingertips. In this episode I will share with you the technology I use that has been worth using. I will give you information I have shared in lectures I gave on the topic of technology. I will cover my preferred computer, monitor, printer, mouse, keyboard, scanner, shredder, check scanner, and backups to your computer information.

This episode is about marketing basics for any attorney that is just starting out or for current attorneys that want a quick refresher. Marketing can be very complex and expensive, but the basic marketing is easy and can be free. I will share with you how to utilize this method and maximize your passion into bringing you cases. I will explain the difference between marketing and sales and how to apply it to your practice

Understanding your core values is how you start your focus or re-focus in a law firm. Understanding your core values provides your definition of professional identity. This gives your peers and clients an idea of the type of attorney you are wanting to be. This is talking about internalizing your principles and values so that your professional conduct is a natural outgrowth of your internal moral compass.

Working to live is different from living to work. I want to share with you how to be a more productive attorney. Working to live is about having the right business plan. If done right then this plan will assist you in being organized, efficient, and productive. My business plan helped to gain the much-needed free time with my family. It forced me to think about my goals and solidify in my mind the direction that I was going and the direction that I want to go for my business. Listen to the road map that helped guide my success.