Walking away from a law practice can be emotional, but your exit should be handled professionally and strategically. Your goal is to best serve your clients’ interests, maintain your reputation and continue to move forward in your career.| Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers
Here’s “an informational and best practices guide for people who are inviting and people who are being invited.” It’s by Barry Lam, professor of philosophy at UC Riverside, creator of the philosophy podcast Hi-Phi Nation, and author of the recent Fewer Rules, Better People. “Maybe it’s because I’m a first-gen college grad, but I didn’t really develop the habit of asking questions in advance about any of these things when I first started getting invitations,” he says. Now th...| Daily Nous
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Art teachers wear many hats. We’re creators, collaborators, classroom managers, community liaisons, tech troubleshooters, and more. But the one hat that often stays on, even outside of school, is our most cherished: the Art Teacher Hat. While teaching art is a core part of who we are, it’s not the whole story—we are so much […] The post The Art Teacher Hat: How to Wear it Proudly—And Still Make Space for Yourself appeared first on The Art of Education.| The Art of Education
The American Association of Philosophy Teachers (AAPT) is launching a new teaching mentorship program designed for philosophers teaching in small philosophy departments. A small department, for the purposes of this AAPT program, is either a philosophy department with three or fewer faculty in it, or a multidisciplinary department with three or fewer philosophers in it.| Daily Nous - news for & about the philosophy profession
What are some practical work suggestions for philosophy PhD students who are seeking academic careers? Hugo Heagren, a student at King’s College London who is currently finishing up his PhD, has compiled a list of “practical tips for philosophy PhD students.” You can check it out here. Below are some of the things on his list: Use a reference manager. Use a password manager. Keep templates for types of emails you’ll send a lot. Keep notes on pretty much everything. It’s easy to writ...| Daily Nous
How Art Teachers Can Build Their Credentials and Increase Marketability - Professional Learning - The Art of Education| The Art of Education
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More lawyers think that AI has become mainstream in the legal profession compared to last year, but some lawyers still hesitate.| 2Civility
In this Professionalism Spotlight, we spoke to Diana M. Law, a Partner at Law Hesselbaum LLP in Aurora, Ill.| 2Civility
During Women’s History Month, we spoke to Audrey C. Thompson, president of the East Central Illinois Women Attorneys Association.| 2Civility
Erika Harold attended “A Conversation with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson,” a discussion on her recently released memoir “Lovely One.”| 2Civility
Nicholas Cummings is a Black lawyer and President of the CCBA, the oldest association of African-American lawyers and judges in the country.| 2Civility
Judy Conway of Cooney & Conway LLP represents victims of mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related diseases.| 2Civility
Learn to balance professionalism and individuality with our expert tips. Learn how to project a professional image without sacrificing your unique personality.| Azura – Think Brighter
Professional presence is a skill that can be learned and improved. Improving your professional presence will enhance your career opportunities.| Cool Communicator
Crafting a strong branding image is crucial for businesses seeking professionalism and authenticity. Learn how to establish an authentic brand identity.| Azura – Think Brighter
When assessing the effectiveness of a social media platform, a few questions can help you decide if it is worth the time for your law firm.| 2Civility
Workplace incivility can impact morale and may be costing organizations roughly $2B per day in absenteeism and diminished productivity.| 2Civility
In this Professionalism Spotlight, we spoke with attorney Mathew Kerbis, the founder of Subscription Attorney LLC.| 2Civility
Last month we celebrated Disability Pride Month, a time to commemorate the ADA and highlight the contributions of people with disabilities.| 2Civility
In a world where ethical challenges are becoming increasingly complex, how do actuaries navigate the fine line between duty and dilemma? This was the question at the heart of the APAC Ethics and Professionalism Seminar 2024, where actuaries from Hong Kong to Australia gathered virtually to explore topics like climate risk, data science, AI ethics and the art of speaking up. Two actuaries, Kelvin Hii Chee Yun and Iris Lun, share their highlights and reflections from this year's seminar.| Actuaries Digital
Master the art of business etiquette with our guide to professionalism. Learn to maintain authenticity while navigating the landscape of corporate culture.| Azura – Think Brighter
Two significant amendments to the Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct addressing harassment and discrimination recently became effective.| 2Civility
Discover the key to work-life balance with our expert tips and tricks. Improve time management, well-being, and reduce stress. Achieve harmony today!| Productivity Shift
A new study found that the vast majority of lawyers report working long hours and experiencing stress, but are satisfied with their jobs.| 2Civility
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Traditional publishers offer the whole gamut of getting a book to market. Certain titles can receive attention from everything from editorial crews to marketing departments to teams devoted to online and digital sales. There could even be the boost of imprint-wide campaigns as well as outreach to influencers. The author, however, drives few, if any, […]| NINC
At our upcoming Future Is Now conference, attendees will get a front-row seat to exploring generative AI’s impacts on legal services.| 2Civility
On 21 April 2016, we co-presented the Donald Broadbent lecture at Ergonomics and Human Factors 2016 (Daventry, UK) summarising some of the themes in ‘Human Factors and Ergonomics in Practice’. In this post, we summarise aspects of the book, slide by … Continue reading →| Human Factors and Ergonomics in Practice
The Commission shares tips for navigating difficult conversations about diversity in the legal profession.| 2Civility
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Imagine walking into a packed conference room (or jumping on a zoom call) for a meeting on a pressing topic. As you find your seat, you start to feel like the temperature is rising and your heartbeat quickens, your mind races through the questions that could be thrown your way. The meeting starts and things begin on a good note. The discussion is moving forward and then it happens: someone directs a question at you. It feels like a game| Boxes and Arrows
