August 25, 2022

Miss the NABE Annual Meeting? Search #NABE2022Annual for key takeaways, event pictures and more! Save the dates for our next two in-person events: the 2022 NABE Communications Section Workshop taking place September 20-23 in Minneapolis, and the 2022 NABE Governmental Relations Section Workshop taking place November 30-December 2 in Washington, D.C.

                Of Interest

Productivity Over Perfection
When it comes to getting things done, aiming for perfect can be the enemy of productivity. Harvard Business Review writer Alice Boyes says, “Three aspects of perfectionism can interfere with your ability to prioritize the most important tasks.” Read more here.
 
You Don't Need to Be a DEI Expert to Create Impact
“The pursuit of diverse, inclusive and equitable workforces will forever evolve, and as a result can be as complicated and intimidating as good as it is for business," writes Byron Slosar of Hive Diversity. "But not everyone needs to be a DEI expert to create impact." How can you create a more diverse and inclusive workplace? In this Inc. article, Slosar offers “four ways to broaden and enhance your perspectives on recruitment efforts specific to diversity and representation in your company."

Heads Up - Phishing Scams Surface
Phishing scams often involve emails seemingly sent from individuals (including NABE leaders) whom you are affiliated with, though they are part of a more nefarious plot. Learn how to spot phishing expeditions and how to protect yourself from scams in this Microsoft article.

Share with Your Members

Bar Pros: Is there an article in your journal or another publication that might benefit lawyers throughout the country? If you have an article that would make for a great "Share with Your Members" piece, email a link to Karen Korr at Karen@FullKorrPress.com.
Capping Billable Hours for
Lawyer Well-Being

The New York State Bar Association Task Force on Attorney Well-Being recently released a report urging law firms to cap billable hours, encourage attorneys to take full vacations, and manage client expectations in order to prioritize lawyer wellness. Read more about the report in this ABA Journal article.
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Stats from Wells Fargo's Legal Specialty Group Report
“Law firms aggressively built up their attorney ranks in 2021 amid a boom in corporate work. But softening client demand means those hires may not have enough work to keep them busy through the remainder of 2022, according to new data on the first half of this year from Wells Fargo’s Legal Specialty Group.” Reuters reporter Karen Sloan shares more details and analysis of the report here.
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Not-to-Be-Missed NABE Events

NABE Community Roundtable - Relocating
Post-Pandemic: September 8

Join your NABE peers at this hour-long roundtable meeting, where we will discuss opportunities, challenges, and the state of our bar associations related to relocating post-pandemic.



2022 NABE Communications Section Workshop, Minneapolis: September 20-23
Join your bar communications friends back in person for the 2022 NABE Communications Section Workshop – You’re Gonna Make It After All, in Minneapolis!



2022 NABE Governmental Relations Section Workshop, Washington, DC, November 30-December 2
Register now and join your GR Section peers in Washington, DC, for this year's GR Section Workshop.

Steal This Idea: Pro Bono
Book Club

In Alabama, October has been deemed “pro bono month.” As part of their celebration, the Alabama State Bar has launched a Pro Bono Book Club. The book club discussions take place via Zoom throughout the month to encourage an engaging dialogue on pro bono service. The Pro Bono Book Club book for this year is Evicted by Matthew Desmond. Learn more about the Pro Bono Book Club here.

Do you have an idea or program worth stealing? Let us know! Email information to Karen Korr at Karen@FullKorrPress.com.
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