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For over a year, I have been working on a significant project for my law firm. It is now in the final stages, and if everything goes as expected, I will be able to share more in the coming weeks. Lately, though, my thoughts have moved past the finish… Read More

The world is full of business clichés. “Think outside the box.” “Move the needle.” “Low-hanging fruit.” But the one that misses the mark for me is: “It’s not personal. It’s just business.” Real life is not that simple. In 2025, b… Read More

The NCAA basketball tournaments always deliver: buzzer-beaters, full-court presses, and plenty of unpredictable moments. But the move that shows up again and again, often unnoticed, is the pivot. A player gets trapped. Options disappear. The shot clo… Read More

Most days, I feel like I am juggling two competing forces—building my business for the future while handling everything that needs to get done today. My long-term vision calls for strategic planning, but my inbox demands immediate attention. There… Read More

I attended a retreat in Ojai last week with a dozen other attorneys. Yes, I know—cue the jokes. But believe it or not, attorneys are people too. We breathe the same air, drink the same overpriced lattes, and occasionally take a break from legal jar… Read More

I found myself driving more than usual this past weekend, including a trip to downtown San Diego to see Wicked (great show!). As I cruised along the freeway at 70 miles per hour, I started thinking about how much trust exists between drivers. One une… Read More

A small business service provider lands a big opportunity—a carefully negotiated master services agreement (MSA) with a new client. Excitement is high, work begins, and the relationship starts strong. But over time, friction builds. A dispute arise… Read More

Many years ago, I attended a legal conference for small and solo law firms. A networking breakfast was on the agenda one morning, so I went, hoping to make new connections. Walking into a nearly empty room of unfamiliar faces felt overwhelming. Clear… Read More