The Grocery Industry Confronts a New Problem: Only 10% of Americans Love Cooking

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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.&nbsp;</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 […]

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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.&nbsp;Research the company’s financial history.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Have a CPA &quot;kick the financial tires&quot; 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 […]

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 […]

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Five Steps You Can Take Now To Protect Your Company&#039;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 […]

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 […]

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Respect Your Clients&#039; 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&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><span>Attorneys are a […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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, […]

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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 […]

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, […]

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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 […]

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, […]

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Five Things To Remember When Updating Your Company&#039;s Privacy Policy

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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 […]

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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>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span>The best way to […]

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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 […]

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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>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span>In today’s environment, businesses need to […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Five Reasons You Might Need A Trademark Attorney

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Six Ways A Bootstrapped Startup Can Find Great Legal Representation

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