April was National Lawn Care Month. And though the event is now over, recent research shows that yards are too important for real estate professionals to ignore: 79% of Americans…
Raising Awareness of Fair and Equitable Housing Issues
The Fair Housing Act (FHA) was passed over 50 years ago, but we continue to recognize its importance each year during the month of April. The significance of this legislation…
The Thrifty Traveler: 4 Low-Cost Alternatives to Hotels
In February, I introduced a new blog series, The Thrifty Traveler. In case you missed it, each post focuses on ways to save money while satisfying your wanderlust. Last time,…
Lawyers are known for their stressful profession—the demanding hours and struggle for work-life balance. That's why being family-friendly has even become a recruiting point for some firms. But what if…
Last month, the internet turned 30. And while it can be hard to remember life before the World Wide Web, the way the internet has completely transformed businesses across the…
How to Ensure a Five-Star Rating for Your Internship Program
Most of us can probably recall that internship in college when we made coffee, moved boxes, and filed endless stacks of paper. We added it to our resume, but did…
When was the last time you laughed? I mean, really laughed? Was it a giggle, chortle, guffaw... or maybe even a snort? How did it make you feel afterward? If…
March is women's month, and we can't let it pass without giving a shout out to all the fierce ladies slaying the real estate industry one property at a time.…
Ever feel the urge to better yourself, only to become overwhelmed by the prospect? After all, self-improvement encompasses the hopes and dreams we have about our future. Trying to transform…
What does the future hold for women in law? Check out our infographic to see the current representation of women in the legal field and how law firms are addressing…
The Thrifty Traveler: How to Save Hundreds on Airfare
This month, I’m introducing a new blog series entitled The Thrifty Traveler. Each post will tackle a different travel subject—from booking cheap flights, to saving on lodging, to finding deals…
When we think of volunteering, it's often in the context of not having enough time–time to find something we'd like to do and then to show up. It makes it…
Tax season officially started on January 28. …cue hair pulling and pillow screaming… Okay, maybe that's over-exaggerating just a bit. But we're sure you've had moments during tax season where…
As real estate agents, it's your business to know what's trending in the marketplace, so it's probably not a surprise to hear today's home buyers are attracted to a balance…
The life of a lawyer is a busy one. So busy, in fact, that stealing a few minutes for yourself throughout the day can feel impossible. But what about those…
Secure Your Future with Effective Succession Planning
Who Are Your Firm's Future Leaders? For many senior professionals, thinking about who will succeed them and determining their exit plan and next phase of their life often brings about…
Do you ever feel like your attention is being pulled in a hundred different directions? Thanks to our hyperconnected world, staying focused on what matters can be a daunting task.…
Don’t leave the future to chance. Succession planning has been an important topic for many years, but it's become a bigger concern as Baby Boomers retire. Just look at an…
Lesson one: Don’t thrive… just survive. When you’re a new parent, it’s extremely difficult to pinpoint exactly how you’re feeling at any given time. Because, if you’re anything like me,…
The 2018 housing market was a roller coaster ride of highs and lows. It started off strong with low mortgage rates and escalating home prices. But rising interest rates, a…
Striking the Right Balance Can Re-energize Your Life
Being busy seems to be the newest symbol of status and importance. If you're not juggling your phone, laptop, dozens of projects at work, and multiple volunteer commitments at your…
3 Inspirational Accountants to Motivate You in the New Year
With 2019 just around the corner, chances are you’ve started reflecting on the past year and making resolutions for the future. To help inspire you as you prepare your New…
Complete everyday tasks on the go. Client meetings. Travel. Court appearances. Emails. Long phone calls. Document reviews. Research. Sound familiar? If your typical day contains any of the above items,…
Ready or not, the holidays are upon us. For many, “Tis the season to be jolly,” but for others, “Bah, humbug.” The difference in mood could depend on your expectations…
Ah… is there anything better than making a few (thousand) easy bucks doing something that’s already in your career’s wheelhouse? Thanks in part to television shows like those found on…
“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” – Buddha As Buddha famously put it, you are worthy of your own love. In a…
I Quit Streaming TV for One Month and This Is What Happened
It was a Sunday in September. I decided to ease into the day with an episode of Shameless. “Just one episode,” I lied to myself, “and then I’ll be productive.”…
Rethinking how we live indoors and out. Most of us equate our homes with warmth, safety, and security. It's often the one place we feel most comfortable and able to…
Don’t get caught off guard. Our economy grows more reliant on technology by the day, and there’s no sign of it slowing down. While our hyperconnected world provides plenty of…
As the legal industry continues to change, creativity will be key to survival. It’s no secret that lawyers are witnessing a rapid metamorphosis in the industry. Changes in the economy,…
