Variable Pay Strategies to Boost Work Motivation
May 18, 2022
If HR specialists were alchemists, their philosopher’s stone would be work motivation. Unlocking the secret to limitless engagement and productivity is the ultimate dream and ambition of anyone in the hiring business and yet, of course, there’s no easy recipe. Creating a motivated workplace isn’t quite as difficult as unlocking the key to eternal life, but it can sometimes feel close. Small businesses feel the impact of employee turnover or underperformance in acute ways and yet are limited by having fewer resources than their big-league counterparts. Luckily, strategies exist that allow them to punch far above their weight and compete for top market talent. Variable pay is one example.
Be Successful at Work by Leading with Authenticity
May 5, 2022
If you’ve ever had a job interview then you’re familiar with the stress of wondering what to say, how to dress, which questions to ask (and not to ask), and even how to hold yourself. You probably recall rehearsing with friends or mentors and may even still be able to recite some of the lines you committed to memory. You also probably shudder at the thought of ever having to do it again. But guess what? You never do, not even if you lose your current position and have to start from scratch. After all, the answer to how to be successful in a job interview or at a job has nothing to do with putting on an act. If this is news to you, don’t worry, you’re far from alone.
Reviews of Attorneys Boost Law Firm Marketing Results
March 17, 2022
Every entrepreneur knows that before you can promote your product, you need to ensure all your T’s are crossed and your I’s are dotted. If your operation isn’t buttoned-up, presenting it to the public will do more damage than good. This is as true of law firm marketing as it is of any other field, which is why improving your firm's internal processes, developing team members, and increasing productivity is step one.
Once these aspects are locked in, step two is getting out there and getting seen. Here, reviews of attorneys play an essential role. In the present digital age, 92% of customers read reviews before making a purchase. This is as true of those looking for legal services as it is of those making impulse Amazon purchases. Over the past decade, testimonials have become a core element of digital marketing for law firms. Below we explain why.
Legal Staffing Trends: How Small Firms Can Lead the Market
February 2, 2022
Where innovation is concerned, it’s rarely large, unwieldy institutions that lead the charge. In tech, for instance, start-ups drive new ideas while behemoths in the field rely on vast cash reserves to buy out innovation when it grows hot. Think Amazon snapping up Zappos in 2009, or Facebook purchasing Instagram in 2012. In the world of media, the same is true. Condé Nast bought Reddit in 2006. Axel Spring snagged Politico last year. In law, however, this doesn’t happen…and small firms ultimately pay the price. Nowhere is this more evident than where legal staffing is concerned.
Leadership Retreat Planning: Five Steps to Boost Success
January 19, 2022
January is the month of Janus, the Roman god of new beginnings, gates, and transitions. If there were ever a month to plan a leadership retreat aimed at refreshing your firm, then, this is it. Executive team building retreats are like nitrous oxide for an engine: a power boost if used properly, and a liability if not. Ensure yours is the former instead of the latter by taking the following five steps.
Year-End Law Firm Goals: Finish Strong with These Proven Tips
October 15, 2021
Most small law firms and solo practitioners have year-end goals they’d like to achieve before the fourth quarter comes to a close. While 2021—much like 2020—has forced business owners to continue to adapt to ever-changing social dynamics and, of course, a seemingly endless global pandemic, there is absolutely no reason your firm can’t finish the year strong. When it comes to accomplishing your year-end goals, the following tips will support your firm’s success.