Is your email inbox a stress-inducing mess of unanswered emails? Here’s something you can try to put it in order and keep it that way. Inbox Zero is a time management and email productivity strategy developed by productivity expert Merlin Mann. The concept revolves around the idea of keeping your email inbox empty or close to empty by consistently processing and … [Read more...] about Try the Inbox Zero method to bring those emails under control
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Harnessing voice technology for seamless operations
In the realm of modern legal practice, the integration of technology has become increasingly crucial for optimizing operations and maintaining a competitive edge. Among the array of technological innovations available, voice technology has emerged as a game-changer for law office administrators. Consider the ways in which voice technology can be harnessed to streamline various … [Read more...] about Harnessing voice technology for seamless operations
Work junkies: Unwilling to disconnect on vacation
By Lynne Curry Question: My husband gets furious when I bring my laptop on our Hawaiian vacations, but I enjoy vacations more if I remain connected. I run a small law office, and like to stay on top of things and let my employees know I’m there for them. Part of the issue is that I love my work and my husband hates his job. If I have my laptop with me, I can check in with … [Read more...] about Work junkies: Unwilling to disconnect on vacation
You can run, but you can’t hide from Gen Z
By Lynne Curry “I simply don’t hire them.” According to research, that’s the attitude of 94 percent of business leaders who avoid hiring Gen Z employees, those born between 1997 and 2012. Why? According to 1,243 recently surveyed business leaders, Gen Zers bring with them have a sense of entitlement, a deficient work ethic and sub-par communication skills. Half of these … [Read more...] about You can run, but you can’t hide from Gen Z
10 ways to reduce time-wasting meetings
Meetings are an essential part of the collaborative work environment in a law office. However, excessive and unproductive meetings can lead to wasted time and hinder the efficiency of your legal team. As a law office administrator, it is crucial to optimize staff time and resources. In this article, we will explore practical strategies to help law office administrators reduce … [Read more...] about 10 ways to reduce time-wasting meetings
Feeling burned out? You and 40% of professionals
Burnout is a problem that just won’t go away, research from global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half shows. In a survey of 1,132 professionals, 36 per cent of respondents reported being more burned out now than a year ago. Workers said the most common factors contributing to burnout today are: Heavy workloads (54 per cent) … [Read more...] about Feeling burned out? You and 40% of professionals
5 basics to get you started on succession planning
By Brenda Barnes From solo practitioners to attorneys in large firms, all attorneys must prepare for the days they are no longer able to practice law. Succession planning proactively protects clients and colleagues in the event of an attorney’s death or incapacitation. Only four states require private practice attorneys to plan for an end-of-career transition by … [Read more...] about 5 basics to get you started on succession planning
Do you have a work spouse?
By Lynne Curry He, or she, enlivens your workdays, becomes the person with whom you share casual but important stories about your personal life. It begins as a typical workplace friendship. One day when you both head out the door at the same time for lunch and discover you love the same lunch wagon, you decide to drive together and eat on a bench shivering in the … [Read more...] about Do you have a work spouse?
6 ways to dodge the dreaded performance review
Performance reviews: You don’t like to do them, employees dread them and they may not be all that effective in improving work behavior. Here are five alternatives to an annual performance review. Regular feedback sessions: Instead of a once-a-year review, schedule regular feedback sessions throughout the year to discuss performance and provide feedback. These sessions … [Read more...] about 6 ways to dodge the dreaded performance review
An inexpensive organizational fix: communication
By Dr. Steve M. Cohen I’ve found that most organizations can benefit significantly from a simple, low-cost change in their operations: more two-way communication. For busy law office managers, time can be among their most valuable commodities so I don’t make this recommendation lightly. But even a few minutes each day to foster better communication with your staff can … [Read more...] about An inexpensive organizational fix: communication