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Creating culture change: a case study of how one firm made technology training a priority

March 16, 2018

By Doug Striker  bio Recently, I was speaking with a colleague who provides contract technology training services to law firms, much like we do at Savvy. She told me about a year-long experience that she recently had with a firm and it was so universally applicable that we agreed to share it as a case study. Here are the facts in a nutshell: The challenge: … [Read more...] about Creating culture change: a case study of how one firm made technology training a priority

2 proven ways to build staff morale fast

March 16, 2018

What builds staff morale? Letting staff participate in the office's operations, getting their ideas, and using their suggestions are good for morale. And there are two ways to achieve these ends: One is to survey staff on their attitudes and opinions; the other is to set up a suggestion program. These simple actions work because people want to be listened to. Your staff want … [Read more...] about 2 proven ways to build staff morale fast

Six easy ways to open the door to a malpractice claim

March 2, 2018

Answering a malpractice claim is a wretched experience that worsens as it goes along, because once a client files a malpractice claim, “there’s a high possibility that an ethical grievance will come from the same incident,” says Nancy Byerly Jones, a management consultant who focuses on preventive management, mediation, and dispute resolution. … [Read more...] about Six easy ways to open the door to a malpractice claim

Is this the most valuable perk for your employees?

February 23, 2018

Flexible work hours are the perk that influences employee satisfaction the most, according to a new survey by Clutch, a B2B research firm. More than 40% of the full-time U.S. employees surveyed say that flexible hours are the most important perk they receive, and over half (54%) say it's the perk that matters most to their job satisfaction. Professional development is the … [Read more...] about Is this the most valuable perk for your employees?

17 quick tips for law firm leaders

February 16, 2018

By Robert Denney  bio Here are some quick pointers to keep in mind, whether you've been a firm leader for decades or are new to the position. Have a vision. If you don't know where you're going, you'll never get there. Develop a strategic plan and follow it. Hell is paved with good intentions and business plans that were never implemented. … [Read more...] about 17 quick tips for law firm leaders

Donʼt get into a merger without smoothing out these rough spots

February 16, 2018

A merger can bring in more clients, give the firm a presence in a new geographic area, and add depth to an existing practice area. It can also be the downfall for the merging parties, says Allan Hodgart, a strategic development advisor and managing director in the London office of Huron, an international management consulting organization. To be successful, both parties need … [Read more...] about Donʼt get into a merger without smoothing out these rough spots

10 traits to look for in your firm’s next partner

February 9, 2018

By Bianca Moreiras  bio Think you've found the perfect candidate for your firm's next partner? Before you make the offer, make sure the candidate has these 10 traits.  1. Honesty We would hope that all attorneys are honest; however, even stretching the truth when keeping timesheets is an act of dishonesty. Missing deadlines and making excuses perhaps is an oversight … [Read more...] about 10 traits to look for in your firm’s next partner

Sexual harassment in the workplace: how your practice’s policy can make a difference

February 2, 2018

Employees are more likely to report sexual harassment they witness at work when there is a zero-tolerance policy in place, according to a new study conducted by Florida International University (FIU). The study's findings show that companies where zero-tolerance policies are a top-priority are particularly effective in increasing the reporting of the most common forms of … [Read more...] about Sexual harassment in the workplace: how your practice’s policy can make a difference

The surprising answer to what your staff really wants

February 2, 2018

Flexible work arrangements are often at or near the top of survey lists. And yes, money matters. But, perhaps surprising, career development also gets top rankings. Employees want to acquire knowledge and learn new skills in order to do their jobs and advance their careers. What's more, development opportunities play an important role in keeping staff members – and … [Read more...] about The surprising answer to what your staff really wants

The value of your personal information and how to protect it online

January 20, 2018

Technology makes it easy to connect to the virtual world around you. While an invaluable part of our lifestyle, our connected devices contain enormous amounts of personal data about us, our friends and family. This information—which includes contacts, photos, videos, location, health and financial data—is being collected by advertisers, tech companies and others, and … [Read more...] about The value of your personal information and how to protect it online

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