Public Speaking Tips: Presenting Awards

business development, career management

In the last several months I’ve seen numerous lawyers present awards at various events. Simply put, we can all improve. For some people, improvement starts with these basic do’s and don’ts. How to Present an Award: Do prepare by researching the award...

Elevator Speeches & Lawyers

business development

What is an elevator speech and why do you need one as a lawyer? Never mind why it’s called an elevator speech, just remember two things: It is a short, memorable description of what you do and for whom. It is a marketing tool. You need to have it ready for any...

Marketing 101 For Lawyers Without a Marketing Plan

business development

Here are marketing basics I discussed with a group of 12 mediators-in-training today. The group was a mix of lawyers, educators, accountants, business people and others, all of whom had loosely formed ideas about how they want to use their mediator skills. Our time...

October is Pro Bono Month

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October has been designated Pro Bono Month by the ABA, the State Bar of Michigan and many other states to highlight the need for and importance of pro bono legal assistance. As a result of a pledge by the Board members of the Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association,...

Job Searches: Stand Out From The Crowd

career management

Writer Mike Scott interviewed me for today’s Detroit Legal News article for law students and new lawyers about standing out in today’s tight job market. When he called me, I thought of all the law students and recent graduates who spend most of their job...