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Diary of a UK Stock Investor128 - Debenhams, Admiral and Hargreaves Lansdown takeoverIn Episode 128 of the Diary of a UK Stock Investor Podcast this week:- (00:00) Show Start (12:24) BooHoo rebranding to Debenhams (17:30) Admirals stellar earnings release (22:00) Persimmon sees 7% rise in house completions (26:14) Kiyosaki, Buffet and Rami Sethi on Stock Investing (27:43) Decisions on the Hargreaves Lansdown private takeover Diary of a UK Stock Investor Podcast is a show for everyday long-term retail investors, hosted by Chris Chillingworth. The podcast is unique in that it serves as a place for Chris to reflect on the highs and lows of long-term UK stock investing, as well as sharing detailed updates on how...2025-03-1339 min
Collective Awakening Podcast#58 Chris Hargreaves Shamanic PractitionerCollective awakening podcast episode 38. Chris and Steven welcome guest
Chris Hargreaves, shamanic practitioner, Chris shares his journey and
experiences on plant medicines, self healing and trusting your heart
*Includes
-Explaining plant medicine (Pachamama) experiences
- Holding space
- You are your own healer
-Access your inner thoughts and feelings
- Self empowerment
-The importance of intergration
- Silent retreats
- Dietes
- Pinon Blanco
- Guild of brothers
thepurplemountain.co.uk
https://linktr.ee/notyouraverageshaman?fbclid=PAAaYBotKk-zTstwzoyHW5mlvQ73bh6tc_0hQ2D63gArL7sEmSNwccEQNzAHY2023-08-291h 08
The Fort#231: Brad Hargreaves - Founder & CEO of Common - Making housing more affordable through co-living and best-in-class property managementBrad Hargreaves is the Founder and CEO of Common, the nation’s leading residential brand that designs and manages multifamily apartments with more than 6,000 residents in over 10 markets across the country. On this episode, Chris and Brad discuss how co-living works and why it's more affordable, how Common works with owners and developers to drive returns and what makes for a great location/market when deciding to develop co-living. Enjoy! Learn more about Chris Powers and Fort Capital: www.FortCapitalLP.com Follow Fort Capital on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fort-capital/ Follow Chris on Twitter: www...2022-07-191h 04The Fort#231: Brad Hargreaves - Founder & CEO of Common - Making housing more affordable through co-living and best-in-class property managementBrad Hargreaves is the Founder and CEO of Common, the nation’s leading residential brand that designs and manages multifamily apartments with more than 6,000 residents in over 10 markets across the country. On this episode, Chris and Brad discuss how co-living works and why it's more affordable, how Common works with owners and developers to drive returns and what makes for a great location/market when deciding to develop co-living. Enjoy! Learn more about Chris Powers and Fort Capital: www.FortCapitalLP.com Follow Fort Capital on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fort-capital/ Follow Chris on Twitter: www...2022-07-191h 04
Tips for Lawyers PodcastCareful Who you Take Wellness Advice FromShould you take advice from people who haven't themselves thrived in the legal profession?2020-08-2008 min
Digital Marketing Strategies for LawyersDigital Marketing is a Series of MaybesI know that every lawyer who uses their valuable time wants a degree of certainty about what's going to happen next - how many clients will call, how much money will I make, how many files will I open.But the maths is a bit more complicated than that.Bring on the Hargreaves theory of maybes.2020-02-0608 min
It's All Cobblers To MeEncore: Chris HargreavesAs it's Christmas we've all decided to spend a bit of time with our families. So instead of our usual pod, here's another chance to hear Charles' interview with former Cobblers midfielder and captain, Chris Hargreaves.Originally released in November 2018, Chris talks about that play-off semi final at Mansfield, how close he came to becoming the manager of NTFC and how he still loves the club.From all of us at It's All Cobblers To Me have a very Merry Christmas!____________________________________________You can hear every episode of the podcast at our...2019-12-2353 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastLaw is Hard – Deal with ItI get it – bad things do happen in a legal career, and there are certainly some aspects that need “fixing”. But the truth is, even if we fix everything we can, a legal career is still going to be challenging at intellectual, emotional and spiritual levels. So if you’re not up for that, or […]2019-10-2410 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHow to Write Shorter LettersYour letters are too long. Time to fix it. Your letters are too long. Time to fix it.2019-10-1713 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre Young Lawyers Incompetent at Business?And, more importantly, does it have to be that way? By applying a simple change in the way you perceive your decisions, you can start to ensure that you are working towards being a more valuable contributor to your firm every day. And, more importantly, does it have to be that way? By applying a […]2019-10-0916 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastDoes your Drafting Achieve its Purpose?Audience, Purpose, Tone and Brevity – you’ve heard me say it before, and you probably will again. These are the key elements of excellent legal drafting. So how can we ensure that the purpose of our legal drafting is well defined, and that what we produce achieves that purpose? Let’s chat about that in this […]2019-07-1708 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastGetting your Tone RightLegal drafting isn’t just a way of throwing clever words on a page in a particular order. It’s about the right words, for the right situation, to achieve the desired purpose for the recipient. And a big part of that involves getting the right tone in your communication – if every piece of correspondence you […]2019-07-0104 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhat to Do When You’re Not BusyAs lawyers we’re busy a lot, and some lawyers declare their busy-ness even when they’re not. But for young lawyers the first time they experience a period of relatively low workload can actually be a bit daunting. What should you be doing with that time if nobody has any work to give you? Do you […]2019-06-2208 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you Dissatisfied with your Legal Career?It’s 100% guaranteed to happen – you hit “that point” where you start wondering whether this is all that a legal career has to offer. The question is: what are you going to do with that feeling? It’s 100% guaranteed to happen – you hit “that point” where you start wondering whether this is all […]2019-05-1709 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you Ready to Start your Own Firm?Many young lawyers aspire to start their own firm. But beyond finances, business, marketing and legal knowledge there is one big question you need to tackle before you make the decision. Let’s talk about that. Many young lawyers aspire to start their own firm. But beyond finances, business, marketing and legal knowledge there is one […]2019-05-0108 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastCareful Who you CopyWith all the advice, information and help available for young lawyers, it would be easy to try and suck up everything like an enormous sponge. I’m not totally convinced that’s a good idea. With all the advice, information and help available for young lawyers, it would be easy to try and suck up everything like […]2019-02-1309 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastDelusions of JusticeWe need to be clear about something – we don’t work in a justice system, we work in a legal system. There are a few reasons I want to make that distinction… which you’ll find out in this episode.We need to be clear about something – we don’t work in a justice system, we work […]2018-12-1511 minDigital Marketing Strategies for LawyersPurely Practical – Get Something Done!Let's get the digital marketing podcast on the road! If I was to ask you what the number 1 barrier to you or your firm achieving its marketing goals was, what would you say? For the vast majority, it's going to be this: TIME. We just don't get stuff done, because we don't have the time. Let's fix that - starting now. Read Full Transcript - - If I was to ask you what the number one barrier to successfully delivering on your digital marketing strategy was, in your firm or your practise, what would you say? My guess is th...2018-11-0905 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhat’s the Rut and How can You Avoid It?Falling into a rut isn’t always a bad thing, unless you don’t know you’re in it. In this episode I talk about how you can decide if the rut is right for you, and some tips to help avoid a path leading to frustration and despair in your legal career.Falling into a rut isn’t always […]2018-08-3011 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastDon’t Get Overwhelmed By Learning Skills… Do This InsteadWith 30 days of legal skills in a row it would be easy to get overwhelmed by a massive “to do” list of things that you need to achieve instantly. But think back to where we started – that’s not how it works. In this last lesson for the series we talk about how to […]2018-07-3003 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastCan you Really Design a Legal Career That You’ll LoveYes. Yes you can. But you probably want more details than that, right?Yes. Yes you can. But you probably want more details than that, right?2018-07-2904 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastDo you Know What Clients Hate?In this episode we’re going to have a chat about one of the things that clients hate the most – and yet, it’s one of the most common practises among lawyers. Mostly because we’re afraid of dealing with it.In this episode we’re going to have a chat about one of the things that clients hate […]2018-07-2805 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastClients Have Great Expectations… But What Are They?Much of what we do as lawyers involves managing expectations – both in terms of what assumptions are made, what’s communicated, and how we go about delivering on what’s been promised. And it’s not that easy. Much of what we do as lawyers involves managing expectations – both in terms of what assumptions are made, […]2018-07-2706 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastClients Don’t Always Come FirstWhile clients might be the point, we also need to ensure that the role of our clients stays in perspective. We serve, and we serve to the best of our abilities. But there are times when clients shouldn’t really be at the top of your list.While clients might be the point, we also need to […]2018-07-2605 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastYour Clients – The Legal Skill that Isn’t a Legal SkillI don’t count people as “skills” but let’s face it – clients are really the whole point of this legal career you’ve chosen, right?I don’t count people as “skills” but let’s face it – clients are really the whole point of this legal career you’ve chosen, right?2018-07-2504 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastTrack Your Efforts as a Young LawyerIt can be hard to think that you’ve had a good year, unless you actually take the time to jot down the ways you’ve improved and your successes over time. You might be surprised to see just how far you’ve come.It can be hard to think that you’ve had a good year, unless you actually […]2018-07-2404 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastStrategies for Young Lawyers to Add to Business SuccessEven as a young lawyer there are some very simple strategies you can use to help the business along… and hopefully stand out as a real contributor in the meantime.Even as a young lawyer there are some very simple strategies you can use to help the business along… and hopefully stand out as a real […]2018-07-2304 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastPulling the Levers of Law Firm ProfitOnce you know what the levers are, you need to know how they work together. Otherwise you end up spoiling your meal. Once you know what the levers are, you need to know how they work together. Otherwise you end up spoiling your meal. 2018-07-2204 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe Three Critical Elements of Law Firm ProfitWe’ve already touched the surface of law firms making money, and now we’re going to look at the pieces. We’ve already touched the surface of law firms making money, and now we’re going to look at the pieces. 2018-07-2111 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe Business of Law – Why It MattersEven if you’re going to work a community services firm, you still need to understand the commercial impact of every decision you make. We’re going to skim the surface a bit of some core business concepts around how law firms actually make (or don’t) money. Even if you’re going to work a community services […]2018-07-2003 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHow Can You Add Value To Your Prospective Clients?This is where a lot of lawyers get confused. They feel like the only value they have to offer is with their legal skills, and they don’t want to use those outside the context of a client relationship. But there are a tonne of ways you can add value. You just need to turn your […]2018-07-1904 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhere Do Your Clients Hang Out? (and are you there?)We’ve gone to the trouble of figuring out who your clients are… and now we need to find them. No it’s not a trick – you literally need to hunt down the places where your clients hang out. Find out how in this episode.We’ve gone to the trouble of figuring out who your clients are… […]2018-07-1805 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWho Do you Want as a Client?Answer: probably anyway who will take you. But that’s not an ideal strategy to adopt when it comes to most forms of relationship building. So let’s take a moment and figure out who it is that we actually want to act for. Answer: probably anyway who will take you. But that’s not an ideal strategy […]2018-07-1704 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastPrinciples, Strategies and Tools of MarketingLinkedIn isn’t a marketing strategy. Nor is Twitter, nor are networking events. These things are tools that you use, but not strategies to achieve goals. Let’s talk about the difference between principles, strategies and and tools… and why you should care.LinkedIn isn’t a marketing strategy. Nor is Twitter, nor are networking events. These things are […]2018-07-1605 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastMarketing is RelationshipIf the word “marketing” sends shivers down your spine, then I understand. But perhaps it’s because you think of marketing as this big, bad thing that you have to do. Instead – what if you just changed your point of view about what it really means?If the word “marketing” sends shivers down your spine, then […]2018-07-1504 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastPick Up the PhoneThere is a time for writing things, of course. But there’s a time when putting things in writing is inferior to just picking up the phone. Yes. Seriously. There is a time for writing things, of course. But there’s a time when putting things in writing is inferior to just picking up the phone. Yes. […]2018-07-1404 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe Critical Parts of Effective Legal WritingIf you want to write something, then consider this critical aspects is going to help you no matter what it is you’re trying to write.If you want to write something, then consider this critical aspects is going to help you no matter what it is you’re trying to write.2018-07-1307 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastLearning to ListenIt would be easy to think that everything is about how we express ourselves. But sometimes the most powerful parts of communication are the aspects of listening.It would be easy to think that everything is about how we express ourselves. But sometimes the most powerful parts of communication are the aspects of listening.2018-07-1206 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastUndoing the Damage of Law School Writing StylesLaw school hasn’t done you any favours when it comes to writing properly. And while that might not be deliberate, it’s certainly tangible and it’s important to fix. Let’s get started on that right away.Law school hasn’t done you any favours when it comes to writing properly. And while that might not be deliberate, it’s […]2018-07-1105 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe Elements of Effective Communication for LawyersOf course, communication is communication – if you master it as a lawyer, then you’ll probably be good at it across the board. But because so much of our job hinges upon our ability to communicate well… it’s pretty important.Of course, communication is communication – if you master it as a lawyer, then you’ll probably […]2018-07-1003 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastMastering the Performance Review (or at least, not wasting it)None of us like performance reviews very much. But at the very least we can hope to use them to best advantage.None of us like performance reviews very much. But at the very least we can hope to use them to best advantage.2018-07-0906 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastProductivity and FocusThese are some of the most important characteristics of a lawyer – productivity and focus. If you can’t get these nailed down, then many things will elude you. These are some of the most important characteristics of a lawyer – productivity and focus. If you can’t get these nailed down, then many things will elude […]2018-07-0808 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastIf You’re Going to be Awesome…Then you need to embrace the fact that your awesomeness involves a series of little steps. Every. Single. Day. The ability to develop good habits can’t be underestimated – master it, and you master everything.Then you need to embrace the fact that your awesomeness involves a series of little steps. Every. Single. Day. The ability […]2018-07-0706 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastLosers, Cruisers and DynamosThere are three types of professional – losers, cruisers and dynamos… Which are you?There are three types of professional – losers, cruisers and dynamos… Which are you?2018-07-0605 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWe Can’t Ignore WellnessIf we’re going to do a massive series on legal skills, then we can’t simply avoid the most basic skill: looking after yourself.If we’re going to do a massive series on legal skills, then we can’t simply avoid the most basic skill: looking after yourself.2018-07-0509 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe Basics of Personal Professional GrowthYou’ve gotta start somewhere, and this is the best place to do it – personal, professional, growth.You’ve gotta start somewhere, and this is the best place to do it – personal, professional, growth.2018-07-0403 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe 4 Legal Skillsets to Focus On in Your CareerIf pressed, I can lump pretty much anything into one of these four areas – and you can too! Focus on these basic foundations and you’ll be well placed moving into the future. If pressed, I can lump pretty much anything into one of these four areas – and you can too! Focus on these […]2018-07-0304 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastConstant ImprovementIf you’re going to commit to developing your legal skills, then you need to appreciate the best way to go about it. If you’re going to approach it like trying to deadlift 300Kg on your first attempt – you’re going to fail.If you’re going to commit to developing your legal skills, then you need to […]2018-07-0204 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhy Focus on Legal Skills Rather than Learning Law?It would be easy to convince ourselves that lawyers just need to know laws, statues and cases right? But it’s far from the truth. And, for most young lawyers, focusing on simply learning more law is probably a bad idea.It would be easy to convince ourselves that lawyers just need to know laws, statues and […]2018-07-0104 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastIntroducing 30 Legal Skills in 30 DaysIf you’ve been around for long here, you know that it’s all about legal skills. Time to up the ante – we’re going for 30 skills in 30 days. Each day an actionable tip, hint or some homework to build your legal skills significantly across a month. Are you going to play along?If you’ve been […]2018-06-3001 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastA Culture of LearningHow do you view your opportunities for continuing legal education? As a necessary evil? Or as an amazing chance to do something better? Let’s chat about the attitude we have to learning, and how we might make the most of the chances we have.How do you view your opportunities for continuing legal education? As a […]2018-06-1609 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhat Order to Do Your Work In?You’ve got a large job that’s made up of lots of different pieces. If you listened to the last episode then you know how to figure out what to do. The next question is: when do you do each thing? That’s what we’ll find out in this episode!You’ve got a large job that’s made up […]2018-06-0413 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastA Simple Strategy for Complex Legal ProblemsIf the task you’ve been given is more complicated than you’ve done before, or perhaps in a novel area, then it can get a bit overwhelming trying to come up with the right solution to the issue. However, much like building a house, larger tasks are almost always just made up of a series of […]2018-05-2710 min
Maximum LawyerEpisode 79 ft. Chris Hargreaves: Social Media and Content MarketingIn this episode, Jim and Tyson interview Australian attorney Chris Hargreaves. This episode is all about social media and content marketing for lawyers; running and starting their own firms, going solo or planning on it. Solid gold.Chris is a senior litigation lawyer in Brisbane, Australia, he works as a special counsel for a firm, does internet marketing consulting for law firms and solo practitioners and does a ton of writing; blogs and books. Chris’s sites:https://tipsforlawyers.com/“Learn the skills, strategies and mindset you need to thrive in law ove...2018-02-0749 minMaximum LawyerEpisode 79 ft. Chris Hargreaves: Social Media and Content MarketingIn this episode, Jim and Tyson interview Australian attorney Chris Hargreaves. This episode is all about social media and content marketing for lawyers; running and starting their own firms, going solo or planning on it. Solid gold.Chris is a senior litigation lawyer in Brisbane, Australia, he works as a special counsel for a firm, does internet marketing consulting for law firms and solo practitioners and does a ton of writing; blogs and books. Chris’s sites:https://tipsforlawyers.com/“Learn the skills, strategies and mindset you need to thrive in law ove...2018-02-0749 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastDon’t Do Law Unless you Want to Be a LawyerYep, it’s happened again. I’ve written about it but nothing quite makes you feel as good as having a decent rant about a topic. So here’s the gist – the Prime Minister of Australia says that people shouldn’t study law unless they want to be a lawyer. The legal education institutions around the Country didn’t […]2018-02-0713 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastBad Bosses in Law and How to Respond to ThemNo matter what you do, at some point in your legal career you’re likely going to have a boss. They might be fantastic. But they might not be. And if you’ve got a boss who has a few deficiencies (which, let’s be honest, all of us do) then the best thing you can do if […]2017-12-0819 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHoning your Craft as a LawyerIt wasn’t too long ago where someone wanting to learn would apprentice themselves to a master of the craft in question. But what about lawyers? How are you honing your craft, and have you considered how you will seek to attain mastery in your field? Let’s have a talk about the process of honing, a […]2017-11-1709 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastTwo Massive Holes in Law School Education… That you can FixYou already know that law school hasn’t got you “practice ready”. But the next question you should be asking is: what do I need to focus on from day 1? In this episode we’re going to discuss the two biggest holes in law school education from a big picture perspective.You already know that law school […]2017-11-0913 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhat the Heck IS Work/Life BalanceWe keeping talking about it – and everyone just nods, smiles and says “yep – I want that some more”. GIVE ME MORE WORK/LIFE BALANCE! But what is it that you actually want? Tell me! (Yes – tell me what you want, what you really really want). Because work/life balance is a meaningless catch phrase. […]2017-11-0315 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHow do you Advise on Risk – and Why?Lawyers have a curious relationship with risk. On the one hand we are trained (and sometimes paid) to identify risk to our clients. But what’s the upshot of that advice? Should we be telling our clients which contracts to sign, what deals to do, or that the risk is unacceptable? And how does our approach […]2017-10-2607 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHow to Get Stuff DoneNo productivity hacks today – just some solid advice on how to execute faster. If you want to get things done in record time you’ve got to have some kind of system that lets you do it. Not just random activity – but productive focus. Let’s get into it – and happy lawyering!No productivity hacks […]2017-10-1913 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe Value of Human ConnectionLaw school teaches you many useful things, but ultimately it takes place inside a fictitious vacuum. Specifically, it ignores the commercial aspects of legal practice and the human element of legal practice. If you’re going to thrive as a lawyer then you will need to understand, embrace and demonstrate that you hold people in high […]2017-10-1112 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you Trying to Sound Too Professional All the Time?I’m not sure if you’ve noticed, but lawyers have a bit of an obsession with sounding professional. We use words that other people don’t use. We develop arguments in a clinical and structured way. We have a form and style to our writing and speaking that other people simply don’t. The question of the day […]2017-08-0509 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastFocus versus Flexibility – Which is More Important?You already know that focus is important, right? Me too. But so is flexibility if you’re going to manage to function in real life. How are you going to manage the tension between the two? Focus requires you to keep going on task A, but tasks B and C have started to become a problem […]2017-07-2210 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre Robots Going to Replace the Legal Profession?Talking about how artificial intelligence and robots are going to replace big parts of the legal profession is all the rage – so I thought I should have an opinion about it. In this podcast we’ll discuss: how technology is already replacing some lawyers; which lawyers need to worry most about robots disrupting their practice; […]2017-06-1917 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you Making the Most of your Mentor?So many firms have failing mentoring programs for young lawyers. There’s a reason, and you can’t pin it entirely on the firms or the mentors – it’s often YOU who don’t know how to make the most of the mentoring relationship. Let’s stop that right now – and learn how to leverage this extremely valuable […]2017-03-2408 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastIs the Law for Everyone?Some people actually shouldn’t be lawyers. That’s not an indictment on them, nor on the profession – they just shouldn’t be here. The danger comes when people try to force themselves into something where they don’t belong. Don’t do it. Beyond that, we need to explore WHY people leave the profession – not just why […]2017-03-1914 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe 5 Stages of your Legal CareerIt’s not like your legal career is a static thing where you simply start, do stuff, then finish. It’s a vibrant living creature where your role from day to day is going to change, adjust and shift depending on how senior you are, your experience and your level of self-awareness. Let’s take a look today […]2017-03-0412 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastBecome a Fully Integrated Human BeingIf you’re not functioning as a person, then you’re not functioning as a lawyer either. In this episode we take a look at: why I don’t like the phrase “work/life balance” what we should be talking about instead the importance of self-awareness the categories of your life that need to matter how you can start […]2017-02-0114 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastSocial Media Mastery with Mitch JacksonEver wanted to know how you as a lawyer can develop a serious, effective, social media strategy to build your network and generate more work? Here’s how. In this episode, Mitch Jackson and I take you through a comprehensive look at the state of Social Media for lawyers, and how you as a lawyer can […]2017-01-1947 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHow to Deal with DistractionsHow often do you plan out your day, only to find that within 5 minutes of arriving at work your “plan” has gone down the drain? If you’re like everyone else – it’s pretty common. But beyond that, you’ve also got to deal with the normal distractions that occur through the day, like: “could you […]2016-11-2911 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastGenerous Productivity for Lawyers – It’s Not About YOUSo many self-help books, articles, ideas and courses focus entirely on you. YOUR focus. YOUR productivity. YOUR outcomes. But that’s not how the real world works. Sure – you need to be productive. But ultimate productivity for lawyers comes from the team – the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. And that […]2016-11-0112 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastStop Looking for a Job as a LawyerIf you are on the hunt for a job as a lawyer and are struggling, then I want to encourage you to do something: stop it. Stop looking for a legal job. And start doing something else instead. Find out why in this podcast. Happy Lawyering!If you are on the hunt for a job as […]2016-10-1911 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastIt’s About Permission to Provide ValueMost people understand that they want to get lots of connections and build their network – but they’re not really sure why. Take a look at your business card collection, or your pile of contacts, or your connection list on LinkedIn – do you really know what they are for? In this episode I outline: […]2016-10-1606 min
Tips for Lawyers Podcast100 Percent Guaranteed FailureWelcome to the world of legal practice! The fact is that you’re going to make a mistake. Maybe small, but probably over time it’s going to be big. What’s going to happen? What are you going to do? That’s the subject of this episode. Related Resources this podcast on video the article related to this […]2016-09-2715 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhich of these 5 Letter Writing Techniques are you Failing At?Letter writing is a critical component of legal practice, and a skill that you’re going to have to exercise every single day. But when the time comes to actually put pen to paper, a lot of lawyers find themselves struggling to produce a quality product in a reasonable time. These 5 strategies will help you […]2016-09-2106 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you Spending Time, or Investing Time?It’s a pretty obvious choice – are you spending time, or investing it? For many, the options don’t seem to exist. They think they have no time, no margin, no ability to make the choices that are going to change their lives. But they’re wrong. You just need to do two things. Other Versions of […]2016-09-0712 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you going All In on your Legal Career?Are you going all in on your legal career, or are you not invested? Here’s the truth – most lawyers don’t want to be in their jobs. That’s depressing and stupid. If you’re going to be a real lawyer with real passion – then you’ve got to stop playing, and go ALL IN. Other Version […]2016-09-0408 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastWhy Don’t Law Firms see Returns from Social Media?If you listened to the last episode then you’ll know that things are changing – in particular, I’m adding in a video element to the podcast – which kind of makes it not a podcast anymore. Therefore – welcome to the Tips for Lawyers show! In this episode we’re going to explore why so many […]2016-08-2923 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastChanges are Afoot!If you’ve been paying attention then you might have noticed that HUGE things are happening in the life of me. That said – you’re probably not that interested in my life, but those changes are going to affect you – hopefully in a good way. In this episode I explore some of the things that […]2016-08-2312 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastThe Polite Fiction of Work/Life BalanceToday we explore the unspoken myth – that when firms talk about “work/life” balance in their advertising material, they don’t necessarily mean what you think they mean. In another extract from Moving Beyond Law School Theory, uncle Andrew has a few choice words to say about just what work/life balance really means, and what that […]2016-07-1306 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastPractical Legal Training – Tedious and Cumbersome?There’s an ongoing debate between universities, firms, training groups, lawyers and students. It’s connected with the virtues, or otherwise, of practical legal training. Are graduates as prepared as they should be for legal practice? Are law firms pulling their weight in the training department? Should articles of clerkship come back? This podcast episode will take […]2016-07-0809 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHow to Settle in to a New Law FirmIt can be a nerve wracking process, settling in to a new law firm as a brand new employee lawyer. However, there are a number of things you can do to help you settle in, get to know people, and ultimately solidify your position in the firm. In this episode we explore what you can […]2016-06-1514 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastToo Many Law Students, and Not Enough Jobs?It’s one of the most common discussion points that comes up – are there simply too many law students, and not enough jobs? But in reality, that’s not the main issue. Most people don’t care how saturated the profession is as some fascinating intellectual discussion. Rather, they care about one question: how can they get […]2016-06-0609 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastReal Lawyers Are Expert CommunicatorsReal lawyers communicate. There’s no getting around it, you just have to be great. But it’s more than just speaking, writing, and getting your own opinions out there. Communication isn’t one way – it’s two-way. In reality you are a translator – you take information, consume it, and then put it out there for others […]2016-04-0711 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastReal Lawyers Are Self AwareSome of the most obnoxious kinds of lawyers I know are those who simply refuse to acknowledge certain truths about themselves. But, far beyond just being annoying to others, a lack of self-awareness can be genuinely damaging to your legal career, your personal growth, and your ability to command a team of people. It impacts […]2016-03-1606 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastReal Lawyers Aren’t PerfectionistsIt would be easy to suggest that lawyers have to be perfect in everything they do. After all, being perfect normally avoids you getting sued for negligence. But life is rarely as simplistic as that, and for many lawyers they are hamstrung in their endeavours by a pathological need to tinker with everything until it’s […]2016-03-0216 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastReal Lawyers Have… IntegrityIn this first podcast of my new series “Real Lawyers” I take a look at integrity. It is number 1 on the list for a variety of reasons, but at its core it is because everything else flows from a sense of integrity. But what does integrity look like? Does it look like Hilary Clinton […]2016-02-2423 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastShould Lawyers Do Masters Degrees?It comes up quite a lot. Should young lawyers go beyond their Bachelor of Laws and expand into the heady world of a masters degree? Of course, there are (as always) a lot of factors to weigh up. So let’s take a look at this important question, before you go spending a bunch of time […]2016-01-2612 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you using the “hope” learning method?Many young lawyers today go into the profession with no clear idea about what they can do to improve. They rely entirely upon what I have decided to call the “hope” method. They Hope that: someone will assist them they’ll get better at their job over time their annual reviews will be positive and helpful […]2016-01-0614 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastYou Have More Time than you ThinkI just do not have the time. Where do you find the time? How could I do that? These and more like them come up pretty often once people learn that I have a young family, work full time, run 2.75 websites, have 2 youtube channels and a podcast. I also enjoy woodworking, gardening, reading […]2015-12-1419 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastHigh Stakes, High Pressure – That’s the GameIn the reality of legal practice, you will absolutely 100 percent guaranteed come to a period of extreme pressure. You know the times I mean. It is when the weight is bearing down on you from all directions. You have a million things at work to do, a thousand priorities to juggle, your personal life […]2015-11-2417 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastTime Management Skills for LawyersWe have a lot of things to do as lawyers, but we are not always the best at managing what to do when. It takes a strategic approach to properly allocate our work, and sometimes that involves some tough decision making. In this podcast I explore the realities of time management for lawyers, and offer […]2015-10-2818 min
Tips for Lawyers Podcast5 Marketing Essentials for Young LawyersMarketing and networking is absolutely essential for young lawyers who want to excel in their careers. However, it’s a bit of a large area – after all, what can you do as a young lawyer to expand your reach that doesn’t cost a fortune? Well, in this podcast I look at 5 absolutely essential strategies that […]2015-10-2014 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastEffective Client Communication TechniquesAs part of my series on effective communication techniques. Keep your communications succinct Use the right mode of communication Strike the right tone Avoid repetition unless it’s helpful or necessary Know your client Resources related to this podcast on client communication techniques Client interviews and how to succeed with them Happy Lawering!As part of my series […]2015-10-1415 min
Tips for Lawyers PodcastAre you Committed to Constant Professional Growth?There are some fundamentals that all lawyers need to embrace, and the starting point for all of them is a commitment to ongoing professional growth. That doesn’t mean you occasionally read a book on your holidays. It doesn’t mean you bulk watch Suits on the weekend. It means that every day, you need to consistently […]2015-10-0712 min
Non-BillableLegal Writing is About Being HumanListen folks, if you can’t sound like a human being then you’re in the wrong business. Get rid of redundant words that only lawyers use, start sounding like a person, and be a legal writer that brings humanity into the profession, not one that distances us. Transcript – Legal Writing Tips Hey there, it’s Chris […]2015-04-1501 minNon-BillableShould Law Students be Connecting with Lawyers?When you go to functions as a law student and meet lawyers, is it appropriate for you to then follow them up or connect with them? I say yes, but you’ve got to do it right. Transcript – Lawyers on LinkedIn – Connecting with Law Students Hey there guys, it’s Chris Hargreaves from tipsforlawyers.com with […]2015-03-2402 minNon-BillableGen Y Isn’t LazyI’m sick and tired of people telling me how lazy, self-entitled and privileged generation Y is. Here are the facts – we work harder, longer and faster than any generation before us. So get off our backs. Transcript – Generation Y Isn’t Lazy Hey there. This is Chris. This is another episode NonBillable, where I […]2015-03-1802 min