by Doug Brown, JD | Aug 29, 2025 | Law Practice, Leadership, Strategy, Success
Most law firm succession planning fails before it even begins. Not because of poor systems. Not because of resistant teams or complex financials—though those are real challenges. It fails because firm leaders are trying to create succession without knowing what...
by Doug Brown, JD | Aug 22, 2025 | Law Practice, Leadership, Success
Law firm succession planning typically focuses on the technical elements: client handoffs, partnership buyouts, transition timelines, and financial structures. While these logistics matter, they’re not what determines whether succession actually succeeds. The...
by Walt Hampton | Apr 10, 2025 | Success
There’s a lot going on right now. Political chaos. Economic uncertainty. Wars and rumors of wars. The noise is relentless. If you’re feeling off your game, you’re not alone. Many leaders are struggling to stay focused, present, and productive. It’s hard to...
by Walt Hampton | Jan 30, 2025 | Success
You’ve heard of the 10,000 hour rule, yes? Researched by Anders Ericsson and popularized by Malcolm Gladwell, the 10,000 hour rule suggests that in order to become an expert at something, you need to devote 10,000 hours of deliberate practice to the discipline. Did...
by Walt Hampton | Jan 2, 2025 | Success
The New Year is here. A fresh start. A blank page. For many, this is the time for setting goals and planning. And yes, of course, planning is important. Because, with a clear plan, you increase your odds of achieving your goals significantly. But I have some important...
