Executive Summary The food and grocery industry feels threatened by Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods, but it faces a bigger but quieter threat: the long-term decline of people’s interest in cooking. Instead of ignoring this behavioral shift, food companies should become more proactive by exiting categories that have no future, focusing on super-premium products, and using […]
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Prioritize Your Opportunities with This Checklist
Executive Summary How do you evaluate the myriad of business opportunities you face every day? Should you speak at that event? Author a book? Attend a strategy summit? As you face an opportunity, or as you seek the opportunities you’d like to pursue, try ranking them according to five critical factors. 1.) Will this opportunity […]
Leaky gut: What is it, and what does it mean for you?
Before the medical community had better understanding of the mechanisms that cause disease, doctors believed certain ailments could originate from imbalances in the stomach. This was called hypochondriasis. (In Ancient Greek, hypochondrium refers to the upper part of the abdomen, the region between the breastbone and the navel.) This concept was rejected as science evolved […]
Transcending Either-Or Decision Making
Jennifer Riel, an adjunct professor at the Rotman School of Management, presents a model way to solve problems: integrative thinking. It’s taking the best from two inadequate options to come up with a successful solution. She gives examples from the film industry to show how CEOs have put the process to work. Riel is the […]
How to Help an Employee Who Rubs People the Wrong Way
If you’ve ever cringed in a meeting when your direct report was talking, you know how tough it can be to watch a team member undermine themselves. Maybe the person is interrupting colleagues too often. Or being condescending, or even combative. No matter the specific behavior, your employee is clearly rubbing people the wrong way. […]
Do Tech Companies Really Need All That User Data?
Executive Summary The online economy — from search to email to social media — is built in large part on the fact that consumers are willing to give away their data in exchange for products that are free and easy to use. But a new working paper, released this week by Lesley Chiou of Occidental College and Catherine Tucker […]
Top Green and Environmental Cities for Tourism
In a survey released Tuesday, RewardExpert, a company that helps travelers maximize their mileage and points for travel, looked at 53 top destinations to see which one takes the prize as the greenest big city in the U.S. To make the determination, no plane trips were required. Data was gathered from the U.S. Census Bureau, Alliance […]
Best Time to Buy Cheap Thanksgiving Plane Tickets
If you wait until the last minute (zero to six days out), you’re likely to shell out more than 20 percent over the average ticket price. “Timing is a big factor in getting a good deal on airfare,” Sarah Gavin, vice president of global communications at Expedia, said in a statement. “People typically know pretty […]
Vacation Ideas and Places to Go – Tours, Trips to Plan- AARP
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
Men (back) at work
My father was ecstatic when he retired from the US Postal Service after 30 years. But it didn’t take long before he began to miss the packlike male bonding he took for granted: group lunches, team projects, water cooler banter. When they were gone, it left a big hole in his life. “Men acquire friends […]
What parents should know about tattoos
Follow me on Twitter @drClaire These days, tattoos are increasingly common. According to a 2015 Harris poll, three in 10 American adults have a tattoo — up from two in 10 in 2012. They are particularly popular in young people; among Millennials, nearly half have a tattoo. In most states, you have to be at […]
FBI Negotiation Tips for Navigating High-Pressure Situations – SPONSOR CONTENT FROM HBX
Your success at the negotiation table requires a blend of different techniques. Chris Voss, former lead international kidnapping negotiator for the FBI, spent his career navigating high-pressure situations. While most individuals will never be bargaining to save a human life like Voss did, each of us negotiates daily with colleagues, vendors, friends, and family members. […]
Midwest Cities to Visit – Heartland Vacations
A city is never all about one neighborhood, but an old German area in Cincinnati called Over-the-Rhine has managed to turn this town around — encouraging investment and drawing new residents to its gentrified coolness. OTR, as locals call it, is now a vibrant, carefully cultivated 319-acre mix of condos, apartments, restaurants, bars and shops, […]
Indoor Water Parks to Visit During Fall and Winter – AARP
Age doesn’t matter at Splash Lagoon. From spinning in the new Aqua Tumble to floating down the lazy river, there is plenty to do at this waterpark in Erie, Pa. Splash Lagoon has nine water slides, a wave pool, rope courses and much more. And to prove it’s a park for all ages, there’s Paradise Cove, a secluded whirlpool for adults […]
Why does hair turn gray?
Follow me on Twitter @RobShmerling If you look at photos of President Obama taken before he ran for president and since he left office, you’ll notice a distinct difference: where there used to be only dark brown hair, there is now far more gray than brown. It seems that the stress of running a country […]
Is There An Echo In Here? What You Need To Consider About Privacy Protection
An “Echo Dot” device, left, and an “Echo” device stand on display during the U.K. launch event for the Amazon.com Inc. Echo voice-controlled home assistant speaker in London, U.K., on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016. The Seattle-based company today announced that its Echo product line will be available in the U.K. and Germany starting in the […]
Is There An Echo In Here? What You Need To Consider About Privacy Protection
An “Echo Dot” device, left, and an “Echo” device stand on display during the U.K. launch event for the Amazon.com Inc. Echo voice-controlled home assistant speaker in London, U.K., on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016. The Seattle-based company today announced that its Echo product line will be available in the U.K. and Germany starting in the […]
Travel Tips, Vacation Planning and Advice for the 50-Plus Traveler …
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
Budget Travel – How to Save on Hotels, Flights, Cruises – AARP
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
Road Trip Planner – How to Prepare for a Long Drive – AARP
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
Cruise Trips and Tips – Ships, Tips, Trips, Cruise Lines, Safety, Tours
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
Romantic Getaways, Trips and Vacations – AARP
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
A blog post on blog posts: Fact, fiction, and friction
A blog by definition is a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an individual or group, and is written in an informal or conversational style. As with any conversation, there is usually a blend of fact and opinion. In the case of a blog on medical topics, frequently the opinions are […]
Feeling okay about feeling bad is good for your mental health
When you have a negative emotion, are you upset or disappointed in yourself? Do you feel “bad” or “guilty” about this emotion? If so, you may be at risk for poorer longer-term psychological health. A study in the July 2017 Journal of Personality and Social Psychology looked at the psychological health of people who accept, […]
Cruise Lines Re-Routes Ships West After Hurricane Irma
Some lines have been diverting ships to deliver relief supplies to the most-devastated areas. Meanwhile, the big lines, such as Carnival, Disney and Norwegian, are “rejiggering their schedules,” says Chris Gray Faust, senior editor at CruiseCritic.com. One alternative to sailing the eastern Caribbean is to move upcoming sailings westward. While hugely popular cruise destinations in those eastern […]
Helping Women Over 50 Face Their Financial Fears
After hearing too many stories of women who had ignored their finances until they became widows, a publicist and an insurance executive decided to get them talking about it. Source: NYTimes Helping Women Over 50 Face Their Financial Fears
Helping Women Over 50 Face Their Financial Fears
After hearing too many stories of women who had ignored their finances until they became widows, a publicist and an insurance executive decided to get…
Forecast for Fall Foliage Promises Beautiful Views
“It’s the most optimistic forecast I’ve had in a couple of years,” Jim Salge, who tracks annual autumn foliage for Yankee Magazine, told the Associated Press. “The biggest thing that can go wrong with foliage is a really wet couple of weeks leading up. We’ll really need that typical fall weather in New England — warm, […]
Orlando and Naples Ranked Amongst Best Cities to Retire
WalletHub also provided rankings on factors important to older Americans. Plano, Texas, for example, has the highest percentage of older people in its workforce, while Los Angeles offers the highest share of recreational and senior centers. Laredo, Texas, has the lowest cost for home health services. In its rankings, SmartAsset focused on a narrower range […]
$1M in Retirement Savings Lasts 20+ Years in Mississippi
The spread was significant: According to the study, $1 million will run out in less than a dozen years in Hawaii (which has extremely high food and housing costs) but will last more than 26 years in Mississippi (which, not unexpectedly, has exactly the opposite situation). The gap between Hawaii and the second-most-expensive state (California) […]
Places to Visit – Best Vacation Spots, Travel Destinations – AARP
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
Car Rental Deals for Trips Down South – AARP
A number of rental car companies have dropped some one-way East Coast rentals to as little as $5 per day. There are some additional fees and taxes, but it’s still a good deal. During a quick search, we found Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar all running specials for weeks in the fall. For example, a three-day rental from Portland, Maine, to […]
States Mandating Access to Retirement Savings Plans
But there is a hitch: These attempts are likely to be challenged in court for allegedly violating federal pension laws. According to the Journal, Oregon and other states are hiring lawyers to declare that their plans don’t hold the employer liable if something goes wrong and employees sue. Some experts say the courts may ultimately […]
10 Facts About the History of Social Security Benefits
In honor of its 82nd anniversary, here are 10 interesting facts about Social Security. (Sign a birthday card to help keep the program strong.) 1. When Social Security legislation was approved in 1935, the minimum monthly benefit was $10 and the maximum was $85. Average monthly benefit check in 2017: $1,323, or about $15,881 a year. For […]
Five Key Questions To Ask When Creating Law Firm Equity Agreements
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the Managing Partner at Bend Law Group, PC, a law firm focused on advising small business owners. Shutterstock </div> </div> <p><span>When drafting an equity agreement, partners need to […]
Five Key Questions To Ask When Creating Law Firm Equity Agreements
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the Managing Partner at Bend Law Group, PC, a law […]
Iceland Vacation Ideas – Destinations to Visit in Ireland – AARP
Vacation Deals Members save up to $570 on vacation packages at the AARP® Travel Center Powered by Expedia®. Liberty Travel Members receive discounts on select vacation packages and assistance from travel agents. Hotel Discounts Members save at Best Western, Hilton Hotels, La Quinta, Wyndham and more. Source: AARP Travel Iceland Vacation Ideas – Destinations to […]
What to Expect at the Taste of West Cork Food Festival – AARP
The festival, which runs this year from Sept. 8 to 17, is increasingly known as a must-do for foodies, yet it’s also an opportunity for any visitor to dive into local culture in a unique (and tasty) way. Events are spread out through eight islands and 33 towns and villages. They include walking tours and street […]
Employers Slash Retirement Benefits Spending
The retirement cost cuts came as employers shifted from defined benefit retirement plans to defined contribution plans such as 401(k)s. “Beyond the overall increase, there has been a seismic shift that can be characterized as a tale of two benefit programs,” John Bremen, managing director of human capital and benefits for Willis Towers Watson, said […]
Cooking Classes and Cuisine Tours Around the World – AARP
“Today’s travelers are experiential,” says Erik Wolf, executive director of the World Food Travel Association, a nonprofit educational organization whose community of food-focused travel professionals numbers 48,000, according to Wolf — up from 18,000 in 2013. “People want to get out of the bus or the car and actively participate and learn and do.” Epitourean, a Colorado-based […]
Social Security COLA Projected to Rise 2 Percent
It would be the largest increase since 2012, when the COLA rose 3.6 percent. Social Security recipients received no cost-of-living adjustment in 2016 and just 0.3 percent in 2017. If the trustees’ projections are correct, on average, beneficiaries would receive an additional $28 a month. The Medicare Part B standard monthly premium is expected to […]
Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Tips, Where to See Eclipse – AARP
Homestead National Monument, Neb. (eclipse: 1:02 Central Time) Bill Nye the Science Guy leads the cheers on eclipse day at Homestead, which is about 50 miles south of Lincoln. Visitors can make pinhole viewers to safely watch the partial phases of the eclipse. NASA scientists will talk about subjects like space exploration and astronaut training, and another […]
Midwest States Best for Adults Near Retirement Age
The top-ranked state is Nebraska, which scored A ratings in financial issues and community quality of life, though it pulled C’s in health care, employment and housing. Runner-up Michigan scored B’s in financial issues and health care, and C’s in the rest. The remainder of the top 10, in order: Minnesota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Tennessee, […]
8% of Multi-Employer Pension Plans At Risk of Defaulting
Rich worked from 2013 to 2016 for the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. (PBGC), the federal agency that insures pension plans. He predicted problems in particular for multiemployer plans, in which employers in unionized industries contribute to a single plan. Rich said he expected that close to 8 percent of those plans will default over the […]
2 Essential Paths to a Secure Retirement
Our interactive guide helps you see into your financial future. If you stay on the green path as you move down the page, congratulations, your retirement plan is sound! If you find yourself on the red path, don’t worry — there’s still hope! Just follow the tips in the guide and at aarp.org/retirement to get you back […]
The Top Mistakes Of Selling A Business And How To Avoid Them
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug is the founder of Bend Law Group, PC, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Shutterstock </div> </div> <p>If done correctly, selling your business, just like selling […]
The Top Mistakes Of Selling A Business And How To Avoid Them
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug is the founder of Bend Law Group, PC, a law firm focused […]
More Boomers Aging in Place, Not Retiring in the South
The study, by Washington, D.C.-based real estate research firm CoStar Group, looked at data from 17 major real estate markets. CoStar found that over the past seven years, 80 percent of people 55 and older who’ve moved to another home stayed within their county or state. As a result, a rising number of boomer retirees […]
Ace Your Retirement With New Digital Coaching Tools, Resources …
“Retirement planning can sometimes leave people anxious, confused or even paralyzed,” said Debra Whitman, AARP executive vice president and chief public policy officer. “This campaign will break down retirement savings into easy, actionable steps for all Americans.” AceYourRetirement.org features a digital retirement coach named Avo, a chatbot that will ask the user questions about their […]
Is Text Messaging The Next Frontier In Marketing For The Legal Industry?
Chair of Stevens & Lee’s Energy, Communications and Public Utility Group and creator of The Connection College. Shutterstock </div> </div> <p>Attorneys are now using SMS (short message service) to communicate with clients and prospects. Before you start thinking that lawyers are on the cusp of a cutting-edge communications style, let me remind you that SMS is […]
Is Text Messaging The Next Frontier In Marketing For The Legal Industry?
Chair of Stevens & Lee’s Energy, Communications and Public Utility Group and creator of The Connection College. Shutterstock Attorneys are now using SMS (short message service) to communicate with clients and prospects. Before you start thinking that lawyers are on the cusp of a cutting-edge communications style, let me remind you that SMS is also known […]
Cryptocurrencies As Legitimate Asset Protection Tools
Shutterstock Despite some misconceptions, using bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies for asset protection in connection with offshore planning may be an effective strategy. A crucial facet to using foreign trusts to protect wealth is ensuring that the trustee and trust assets remain outside of any jurisdiction where the grantor might be sued. Some U.S. states may […]
Cryptocurrencies As Legitimate Asset Protection Tools
A crypto-currency transaction is transparent and decentralized, making this an effective tool for asset protection.
How the Wealthy Talk to Their Children About Money
Some children don’t want to hear about it, and others want to know more than their parents would like to divulge. Source: NYTimes How the Wealthy Talk to Their Children About Money
How the Wealthy Talk to Their Children About Money
Some children don’t want to hear about it, and others want to know more than their parents would like to divulge.
Wills Can Avert Family Warfare, but Have Their Own Hidden Traps
Without a clear, updated estate plan, there can be chaos after an accident or a death. Here’s how to avoid common problems. Source: NYTimes Wills Can Avert Family Warfare, but Have Their Own Hidden Traps
Wills Can Avert Family Warfare, but Have Their Own Hidden Traps
Without a clear, updated estate plan, there can be chaos after an accident or a death. Here’s how to avoid common problems.
The Myth Of Using Cryptocurrencies For Asset Protection
The Great Recession of the mid-2000s forced us to view economics, banking, wealth and security in new ways. The concept of asset protection, already a growing area, saw an explosion in popularity, which has given rise to an ever-evolving cat and mouse game between creditors and debtors and their respective advisors. Meanwhile, distrust in banks […]
The Myth Of Using Cryptocurrencies For Asset Protection
The Great Recession of the mid-2000s forced us to view economics, banking, wealth and security in new ways. The concept of asset protection, already a growing area, saw an explosion in popularity, which has given rise to an ever-evolving cat and mouse game between creditors and debtors and their respective advisors. Meanwhile, distrust in banks […]
Five Ways Lawyers Can Add Value To Their Client Relationships
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Doug Bend, Joshua Lenon, Lawrence Buckfire, Linda […]
Five Ways Lawyers Can Add Value To Their Client Relationships
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
Four Negotiation Tactics Leaders (And Lawyers) Can Use To Their Advantage
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Matthew Digesti, Peter Minton, James Goodnow, Anthony […]
Four Negotiation Tactics Leaders (And Lawyers) Can Use To Their Advantage
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
Five Reasons A Legal Expert Should Be Reviewing Your Business Documents
As a business owner, it’s easy to want to sign off on every last document that comes across your desk. But scanning through contracts and agreements that affect your own business could cause you to have a narrow view — focusing too much on the little details and not enough on the important details. Below, […]
Five Reasons A Legal Expert Should Be Reviewing Your Business Documents
As a business owner, it’s easy to want to sign off on every last document that comes across your desk. But scanning through contracts and agreements that affect your own business could cause you to have a narrow view — focusing too much on the little details and not enough on the important details. Below, […]
Filing A Large-Loss Insurance Claim? Six Things You Can Expect From Your Attorney
Bringing his expertise to the practice of residential, church and commercial insurance law in the Houston area. The Voss Law Firm, P.C. <p><strong>2. They’ll be your guide through the process. </strong>When you hire an attorney to help you with your claim, he or she should be there to answer all of your questions, provide you with […]
Filing A Large-Loss Insurance Claim? Six Things You Can Expect From Your Attorney
Bringing his expertise to the practice of residential, church and commercial insurance law in the Houston area. The Voss Law Firm, P.C. Large-loss property insurance claims can be confusing to anyone. Whether you’re the owner of a restaurant, an executive, or even an attorney, dealing with large-loss insurance claims can be frustrating and difficult to […]
Six Of The Top Pitfalls Of Buying A Business And How To Avoid Them
Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. <p><strong>3. Research the company’s financial history. </strong></p> <p>Have a CPA "kick the financial tires" of the business to make sure the purchase price is supported by the company’s revenue and expenses. A solid CPA can not only help you determine […]
Six Of The Top Pitfalls Of Buying A Business And How To Avoid Them
Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Buying a business is similar to buying a home. If done correctly, it can have a daily positive impact on your life and increase your net worth. But just as you wouldn’t purchase a lemon for a home, if […]
Practical Considerations For Using Self-Settled Trusts
Sophisticated clients and advisors implement legal tactics to prudently preserve and protect wealth. One strategy growing in popularity is the “self-settled” trust for asset protection — but is it the right move for you?
Why You Should Get Around to Drawing Up a Will
Many Americans don’t have wills, but should. You can do it yourself online, but consulting a lawyer is often a safer bet. Source: NYTimes Why You Should Get Around to Drawing Up a Will
Why You Should Get Around to Drawing Up a Will
Many Americans don’t have wills, but should. You can do it yourself online, but consulting a lawyer is often a safer bet.
Five Steps You Can Take Now To Protect Your Company's Trademark
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: David Nied, Brian Igel, Victor Cardona, Doug […]
Five Steps You Can Take Now To Protect Your Company's Trademark
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
Death Is Inevitable. Financial Turmoil Afterward Isn’t.
Preparing for the death of a spouse or partner and its ramifications may be an unhappy task, but doing so can ease some avoidable financial sorrows. Source: NYTimes Death Is Inevitable. Financial Turmoil Afterward Isn’t.
Death Is Inevitable. Financial Turmoil Afterward Isn’t.
Preparing for the death of a spouse or partner and its ramifications may be an unhappy task, but doing so can ease some avoidable financial…
Respect Your Clients' Time: What Every Law Firm Should Learn From The Four Seasons
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Jeff Unger is the founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. He is a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree and a graduate of Babson College. <p><span style=”font-weight: 400″>Here are some ideas […]
Respect Your Clients' Time: What Every Law Firm Should Learn From The Four Seasons
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Jeff Unger is the founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. He […]
Six Things Lawyers Want Business Owners To Know About Them
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Jeff Coppaken, Linda R. Evers, Dan Hussain, Anthony Johnson, Victor Cardona, David Nied. All photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> <p><strong>1. Not All Attorneys Are Created Equal </strong></p> <p><span>Attorneys are a […]
Six Things Lawyers Want Business Owners To Know About Them
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. Attorneys have a wealth of knowledge under their belt, but how much do you really know about the matters they’re experts in? From tips that can improve your business to how you can form a better relationship […]
How To Successfully Transition From A Law Firm To A Solo Practice (According To The Experts)
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: David Nied, Victor Cardona, Doug Bend, Anthony […]
How To Successfully Transition From A Law Firm To A Solo Practice (According To The Experts)
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
How Technology And Automation Enable Lawyers To Deliver Personalized Service
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. Jeffrey is a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree and a graduate of Babson College. <p>I had no idea that I would end up spending that […]
How Technology And Automation Enable Lawyers To Deliver Personalized Service
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. Jeffrey is a three-time Inc. 5000 […]
Plans for Uncertain Times
An introduction to the industrial certainty complex, a reminder to stay the course on investments and thoughts on retirement savings. Source: NYTimes Plans for Uncertain Times
Plans for Uncertain Times
An introduction to the industrial certainty complex, a reminder to stay the course on investments and thoughts on retirement savings.
The Future Of The Legal Industry
From automation to concierge-level support of clients, the legal industry is changing, and changing fast. In the last several years, employment opportunities have fluctuated, with the number of legal jobs pre-recession still down by 55,000. We asked three prominent leaders in the field to comment on where they see the legal industry going. Peter Prestley, […]
The Future Of The Legal Industry
From automation to concierge-level support of clients, the legal industry is changing, and changing fast. In the last several years, employment opportunities have fluctuated, with the number of legal jobs pre-recession still down by 55,000. We asked three prominent leaders in the field to comment on where they see the legal industry going. Peter Prestley, […]
Supreme Business: Why The Justices Picked By The Next President Will Impact Your Business
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by James Goodnow Attorney James Goodnow, a Harvard Law graduate, is a shareholder at Fennemore Craig, P.C., and a member of the firm’s management committee. <li><strong>Scope of intellectual property rights</strong>. Regardless of the nature […]
Supreme Business: Why The Justices Picked By The Next President Will Impact Your Business
Five Ways Law Firms Can Develop New Business Opportunities
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Linda R. Evers, Doug Bend, Lawrence Buckfire, […]
Five Ways Law Firms Can Develop New Business Opportunities
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
The Four Layers Of Defense For Your Small Business
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Our firm has counseled hundreds of business owners. But the ones who sleep […]
The Four Layers Of Defense For Your Small Business
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on […]
Five Things To Remember When Updating Your Company's Privacy Policy
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Jeff Coppaken, Linda R. Evers, Tracy Gray, […]
Five Things To Remember When Updating Your Company's Privacy Policy
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
It Pays to Be Wary When Hiring an Estate Sales Agent
After their mother’s death, two siblings found that an agent they hired to conduct a sale of belongings did not keep up her end of the bargain. Source: NYTimes It Pays to Be Wary When Hiring an Estate Sales Agent
It Pays to Be Wary When Hiring an Estate Sales Agent
After their mother’s death, two siblings found that an agent they hired to conduct a sale of belongings did not keep up her end of…
It Pays to Be Wary When Hiring an Estate Sales Agent
After their mother’s death, two siblings found that an agent they hired to conduct a sale of belongings did not keep up her end of…
Six Common Pieces Of Legal Advice That No Longer Apply
Whether it’s about your cybersecurity plan or your business entity, you probably hear a lot of advice when it comes to running your business. But from a legal standpoint, what you hear isn’t always true (or at least not anymore). Laws change, and what was once a sensible solution for your business may not do […]
Six Common Pieces Of Legal Advice That No Longer Apply
These words of advice may have been true in the past, but they aren’t legally benefitting you or your business anymore.
How Business Leaders Can Attract And Motivate Millennial Workers
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by James Goodnow Attorney James Goodnow, a Harvard Law graduate, is a shareholder at Fennemore Craig, […]
How Business Leaders Can Attract And Motivate Millennial Workers
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by James Goodnow Attorney James Goodnow, a Harvard Law graduate, is a shareholder at Fennemore Craig, P.C. and a member of the firm’s management committee. ” readability=”49.615682895304″> Millennials, like myself, have gotten a bad […]
Just Starting Out As A Lawyer? Seven Tips From The Experts
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. You’ve graduated from law school, accepted an offer, and are ready to kick-start your legal career. But while it may look like it’s smooth sailing from here, you still have a long road ahead of you, with plenty […]
Just Starting Out As A Lawyer? Seven Tips From The Experts
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Doug Bend, Lawrence Buckfire, Victor Cardona, Anthony Johnson, Fatima Khan, Matthew Digesti, Peter Minton. All photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> <p><strong>1. Give Before You Take</strong><span> </span></p> <p><span>The best way to […]
Five Things You Should Know Before Starting Your Own Law Firm
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
Five Things You Should Know Before Starting Your Own Law Firm
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Doug Bend, Victor Cardona, Lawrence Buckfire, Anthony […]
How a Will Treating Children Differently Can Still Be Fair
Dividing an estate unevenly is likely to result in hurt feelings at the least. But honest discussions ahead of time can solve many problems. Source: NYTimes How a Will Treating Children Differently Can Still Be Fair
How a Will Treating Children Differently Can Still Be Fair
Dividing an estate unevenly is likely to result in hurt feelings at the least. But honest discussions ahead of time can solve many problems.
Six Compliance Issues Your Business Could Face
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. From employee wages to privacy regulations, businesses face a dizzying number of potential legal issues these days. And while it […]
Six Compliance Issues Your Business Could Face
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. From top left to right: Matthew Digesti, Fatima Khan, Lawrence Buckfire, Doug Bend, Kelsie Ackman, Steven Heath. Photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> <p><strong>1. Distinguishing Contractors Versus Employees</strong><span> </span></p> <p><span>In today’s environment, businesses need to […]
Hiring A Contract Worker? Avoid These Five Common Mistakes
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Whether you need temporary help on a new project or you’re looking to hire someone based on a […]
Hiring A Contract Worker? Avoid These Five Common Mistakes
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. From top left to right: Victor Cardona, Lawrence Buckfire, Brian Draves, Kelsie Ackman, Tracy Gray. Photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> 1. Not Starting With An Intellectual Property Agreement If your outsourced project is a […]
Five Tips For Approaching The Media With Valuable Legal Commentary
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Providing legal commentary to the media is an invaluable way to educate your local community, and maybe even […]
Three Things To Consider Before Using Online Legal Templates
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. As a business owner, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Creating documents tailored to all your various legal […]
Five Benefits Of Hiring In-House Counsel
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. As your company continues to grow, you may start wondering whether it’s time to hire in-house counsel. Between acquisitions, contracts, personnel and finances, an in-house attorney could handle nearly all of your business’s growing legal matters, and may […]
Seven Important Questions To Ask Your Attorney When Raising Capital
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Was Your Business Threatened With A Lawsuit? Six Next Steps To Consider
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
Prince Needed a Will, but Maybe You Don’t
Wealthy people with complicated estates need much more than a simple will. But many Americans don’t need a will at all. Source: NYTimes Prince Needed a Will, but Maybe You Don’t
Prince Needed a Will, but Maybe You Don’t
Wealthy people with complicated estates need much more than a simple will. But many Americans don’t need a will at all.
Seven Legal Issues Business Owners Must Navigate With Care
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From the day you first open the doors to your new business, having an attorney you trust to help you navigate legal issues is crucial. Whether they’re providing guidance on intellectual property or helping you craft an […]
Want New Clients For Your Law Firm? Stop Networking And Start Providing Value
Chair of Stevens & Lee’s Energy, Communications and Public Utility Group and creator of The Connection College. Lawyers with large books of business are considered law firm royalty. In this economy, many skilled lawyers find themselves worried about job security because while developing the skills to become a great lawyer, they had little time to […]
Five Important Things To Consider Before Hiring An Attorney
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Six Questions To Ask Before Choosing A Law Firm
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Five Business Metrics That Every Law Firm Should Track
Award-winning Michigan personal injury lawyer and the managing partner and lead trial attorney at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Running a law firm is no different than running any other type of business. Even though the legal business is a service business, the operational aspects should be treated similarly to other business enterprises, like retail stores, online […]
Five Reasons You Might Need A Trademark Attorney
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Six Ways A Bootstrapped Startup Can Find Great Legal Representation
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
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