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Managing the Thrill of the Chase: 5 Psychological Hacks to Help You Spend Your Money More Wisely
Explore five psychological hacks to spend wisely amid high inflation and stagnant wages. Learn to manage finances and avoid overspending effectively.
Celebrating a Decade of the My Brother’s Keeper Alliance: What Is It and How Can You Get Involved?
Reflecting on 10 years of My Brother’s Keeper: President Obama’s initiative for young men of color. Learn how it’s shaping futures and how you can help.
From Awareness to Action: Four Things You Can Do to Make a Positive Impact in Your Community Through Civic Engagement
Empower your community through civic engagement. Step up, get involved and transform lives including your own
Risky Business: Four Social Media Actions That Can Lead You Directly to the Unemployment Line
Explore key social media missteps that can cost you your job and learn how to maintain a positive digital footprint in the professional world.
Job Trends to Keep Your Eye On in 2024, According to U.S. News and World Report
Exploring 2024 workplace trends: RTO policies, hybrid models, DEI focus shift and job stability. Key insights for adapting to evolving demands.
From Intentions to Achievements: 10 Quick Tips for Resolution Success
The holiday season is a time to celebrate, shop and give generously. Unfortunately, it’s also a time when scammers become more active, preying on the holiday spirit and our desire to find the perfect gifts for friends and family.
Future-Proof Your Career: How to Remain Valuable and Marketable in the Workplace
The holiday season is a time to celebrate, shop and give generously. Unfortunately, it’s also a time when scammers become more active, preying on the holiday spirit and our desire to find the perfect gifts for friends and family.
Shop Smart, Stay Safe: Your Essential Holiday Scam Defense Plan
The holiday season is a time to celebrate, shop and give generously. Unfortunately, it’s also a time when scammers become more active, preying on the holiday spirit and our desire to find the perfect gifts for friends and family.
The Future of Work in 2024: The Top Three Trends You Need to Know [+ How to Use Them to Your Advantage]
As we prepare to put 2023 in the history books, we must look ahead to next year. After all, it’s important to stay ahead of the curve especially when it comes to managing our professional lives. Here are three trends you should know if you want to take control of your career in 2024.
Unlock Your Full Potential: 10 Signs It’s Time to Leave Your Job
Unlock your full potential! While making the decision to leave a job can be filled with uncertainties, it can also be an incredible opportunity to grow - personally and professionally. If you’ve been thinking about leaving your corporate or law firm job to pursue a...
From Conflict to Collaboration: Practical Tips for Dealing with Difficult People at Work
Get practical tips for dealing with difficult people at work! I am sure it wouldn’t take long for you to name one or two colleagues - or clients - who fall into the ‘difficult personality’ category. Dealing with difficult people is an inevitable challenge you will...
More Than A NBA Mom: 7 Facts About Wanda Durant You Should Know
Wanda Durant is more than an international basketball star’s mom. She is a philanthropist, speaker, and an overcomer. Here are 7 facts about Wanda Durant your should know.
5 Tips About Creating Generational Wealth From the Teachings of Dr. George C. Fraser
Looking for tips to build generational wealth and impact your community? Explore these 5 tips about creating wealth from the teachings of Dr. George C. Fraser.
Leading by Example: 9 Strategies Big Law Can Implement to Retain [+ Promote] Women Attorneys
Lead by Example. Why are women attorneys leaving Big Law at an alarming rate? What actions can law firms take to keep them? It isn’t enough for Big Law to hire women attorneys. They must get serious about transforming their workplace culture into an environment in...
Elevate Your Earnings: 7 Insider Tips to Master the Art of Salary Negotiation for Women Lawyers
Elevate Your Earnings! It’s time to revisit a topic that impacts every attorney at law firms and in corporate America: compensation. Particularly, how to get paid what you’re worth through strategic negotiations. As lawyers, we invest countless hours perfecting our...
Stepping Into Greatness: How to Stop Playing Small and Achieve Big
Step into greatness! Are you tired of settling for less than you know you're capable of – in your personal life and legal career? Do you find yourself trapped within the confines of your comfort zone, yearning to break free and make a significant impact? Well, you're...
The Next Generation of Women Lawyers: Embracing Opportunities [+ Key Strategies to Prepare for Them]
Explore the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation of women lawyers. Discover how women lawyers can navigate the obstacles they will encounter and achieve success in a rapidly evolving industry.
Meet Ben Crump: Renowned Civil Rights Trailblazer and 2023 Corporate Counsel Men of Color Conference Speaker
“We cannot allow the injustices of today to be the injustices of tomorrow.” Ben Crump – Civil Rights Attorney, Activist and Author Ben Crump is a renowned civil rights attorney whose voice rises above the rest and produces lasting results. Throughout his legal career,...
The Rise of Legal Entrepreneurship: Women Lawyers as Founders and Innovators
Read this article to learn how legal entrepreneurs are transforming the legal industry. Discover the success of challenger businesses and three women of color legal entrepreneurs who are charting their own courses.
Women of Color Influencers: 7 Attorney Executives Who Are Leading DEI Initiatives in Their Organizations
Vanessa Abrahams-John Title: Senior Vice President, Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Company: Adidas Role: Develop/Execute strategies that foster an inclusive culture and develop/retain best talent. Education: BS – University of Western Ontario; JD – Howard...
Finding Your Way: Career Transition Advice for Men of Color
Career transitions can be challenging for anyone, but for men of color, the obstacles can be even greater. The statistics are sobering: men of color are more likely to face discrimination and limited opportunities for career advancement. Despite these challenges, many...
Climb Higher – Faster: 5 Tips to Shine as a Junior Associate at Your Law Firm
Your role as a junior associate is critical to your law firm’s success. Whether you’re reviewing documents or conducting legal research, your work must be stellar if you want to get ahead. Looking for strategies to help you stand out and get promoted to more complex...
7 Must-Reads for Women Lawyers Who Want to Advance (or Make Changes) in Their Careers
Ready to make bold moves in your career or life in general? Here are 7 must reads for women lawyers who want to advance or make changes in their career. The Introverted Lawyer: A Seven Step Journey Toward Authentically Empowered Advocacy by Heidi K. Brown This book...
Rising Above Impostor Syndrome: Strategies to Help Men of Color Succeed at Work
"Impostor Syndrome is the feeling that you're not supposed to be where you are, or that you're not good enough to do what you're doing. It's something that I've struggled with throughout my career." - Neil deGrasse Tyson How many times have you felt like you didn't...
Overcoming Career Obstacles: What to Do When You’ve Been Labeled as Difficult in the Workplace
Workplace labels can be challenging obstacles to overcome. Here’s what to do when you’ve been labeled as difficult in the workplace.
See You At the Top: Three Women of Color Attorneys Who Are Making History (and What We Can Learn From Them)
Andrea Joy Campbell, Leesa Manion and Sandra Douglass Morgan are three women attorneys of color who are making history. Here’s what we can learn from them.
5 Excuses That May Be Holding You Back From a Successful Mid-Career Change
If you're thinking about making a mid-career change, it's essential to be aware of the five excuses that may be preventing you from achieving your goals. 1. You’re too old to change careers. This is the most common reason people give as to why they can't make the...
Want to Gain a Competitive Edge in the Job Market? Highlight These Soft Skills on Your Resume
One of the most effective ways to stand out when applying for a new job is by highlighting soft skills on your resume that are in high demand. These skills include communication, client services and time management. In fact, seventy-seven percent of employers look for...
Legal Tech Trends in 2023: Five Software Solutions for Law Firms and In-House Counsel
Looking for ways to streamline workflows in your legal department? Here are five technology and software solutions for law firms and in-house counsel.
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