It would be great if after hitting “publish” on a new piece of content that your connections will notice it and it will be widely read. But in reality, it
The savviest social media marketers only craft social media posts with a strategic mindset to support their firms’ and their lawyers’ business development efforts. If the post doesn’t support your firm’s strategic goals, immediately abort mission.
Now, that being said, not every post you create should solely focus on your firm’s work and its substantive news, events and publications – that can make your firm seem dry and devoid of personality and heart.
…if the post doesn’t support your firm’s strategic goals, immediately abort mission.
Firms should also showcase their “softer” side, which can support their business development efforts as well, because clients want to see that their outside counsel has multidimensions to their firm.
Showcasing the softer side of your law firm humanizes your firm and makes your lawyers more relatable. For example, intersperse posts about firm life, pro bono and community service activities, as well as profiles on current lawyers and alumni, and photos from firm events depicting individuals at the firm engaging with each other socially.
I am thrilled to be featured in a recent Practising Law Institute (PLI) #inSecuritiesPod podcast along with Deborah Farone.
In the podcast, Deborah and I discussed the strategies and…
As so much writing is being done right now during the COVID-19 outbreak, causing a content tsunami for clients who likely feel overwhelmed at the sheer volume of options to…
It’s a challenging time for everyone in terms of generating new business right now. Some clients are reluctant to engage with outside counsel and certain matters have been put on hold with the world being in such flux.
If you are a senior associate or junior partner who has lost momentum on building your book of business and/or brand due to the pandemic, or you’re just starting to think about developing new business, I have a few ideas. Consider doing these now to lay the groundwork, put yourself in a strong position in the future when it comes to lead generation.
I love this infographic by Gittings Legal Photography on how to look your best on virtual meetings. I also love the colorful and easy-to-read visual they created to showcase their…
I hope you’re all doing well in spite of these difficult times. I wanted to let you know about a free virtual program I’m doing tomorrow June 4 at 1pm…