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You need to build credibility to win. That’s true for trial lawyers, of course, but it’s also true for parents, partners, real estate...

For as long as I can remember, I’ve believed in the power of the mind . Mind over matter, visualization, belief leading to reality–I...

I once heard an interview with the singer Fergie where she said that she worked out every day to earn her own self esteem. (It seems her...

I had just finished speaking to an audience of 350 people on the ways they could use advocacy skills to be on their own side, use their...

Technology has the power to save lives, and to take them. That isn’t a stretch or an exaggeration. This week I gave a keynote to over...

Later today, I am giving a talk on mindfulness to a group of about 400 lawyers. How am I going to sell mindfulness to a group of...

The Elegant Warrior-How to Win Life’s Trials Without Losing Yourself comes out on Tues. Chapter 3 is “Be Curious”. And in that chapter,...

This week I want to share an email I received from my friend, and someone who inspires me every day, Zena. She has used the advocacy...

Today I want to talk to you about four words that could change your relationships with the people you serve . Whether you are a real...

A few weeks ago I told you that I was a salad girl when I was young, but I didn’t tell you why. The reason I was a salad girl was that I...

“Is someone shooting at you?” Last week I mentioned, in passing, that my mentor often asked me that question. John was my friend, my...

When I was a young associate, I’d often get frustrated with opposing counsel. They wouldn’t return my calls about a late expert report,...

Last week we said complaints are a call to action . This week, I want to urge you to be sure you’re taking aim before you act. Cross your...

I used to hate complaints. When I was young, my first job was as a salad girl, and if someone said I cut the onions too slow, or didn’t...

Do you watch the TV show Bull? I don’t because….well let’s just say that for someone who has spent 20 years picking real juries in real...

Before you tell your story, and help them to believe, you have to ask some questions. During jury selection in medical malpractice...

Stories are having a moment, especially in business. Go to any business conference, and you’ll likely hear someone talk about ways to...

Medical malpractice cases are fascinating and tragic. Two people who have known each other, trusted each other, and touched each other,...

When I was a young lawyer, I didn’t have the confidence to say “thank you”. Don’t get me wrong. I said it to my juries, both in my...

New Year’s Resolutions are dangerous. They are enticing…….”when I’m done partying and eating my face off I will eat less, move more, get...