American lawyers need to adapt our work habits, professional behavior and communication style to capture and keep more clients abroad. By Janet Moore

Five tips will help prepare you to do business in China. By Ashley Wald

The success of Volkswagen and Cadbury Schweppes in Mexico is testament that it is possible to overcome obstacles and carry out a successful venture here. By Fernando Rivadeneyra

Firms that improve their lawyers’ cultural competence will be better positioned to succeed in this new global market. By Ida Abbott

International parties need to acquaint themselves with the regional basics, abide by local laws, and, where necessary, use local counsel. By Hiba Husseini

Asian attorneys have different expectations and perceptions of their roles than American attorneys. By Dan Harris

The Latin American legal environment is characterized by idealism, paternalism, legalism and formalism. By John H. Friedhoff

At home or abroad, listening is an easy way to gain influence: people gravitate to those who listen to them. By Ayuli Jemide

Take time to build client and key strategic relationships in the global arena. By Arnie Herz

Our capacity to work with others across cultures has never mattered more. By Diane J. Levin

Communication and creativity are the two biggest things we miss in outside service providers. By Marcie Shunk

Creating and executing a marketing plan is one of the most important activities you can do. By Debby Stone and Laura Biering

The happiness self-assessment quiz will help you determine just how happy, or unhappy you are. By Dr. Maynard Brusman

Your firm’s profitability depends on the quality of partners’ leadership skills. By Laurie Bassi and Daniel McMurrer

Using change orders separates your firm from the competition who are locked into the antiquated Almighty Hour. By Ronald J. Baker

Your clients are living in an Internet world—you should, too. By Edward Poll

Create a leadership scorecard to foster a culture of leadership. By Herb Rubenstein

You don’t need to understand the mechanics to stop making mistakes. By Mischa Kischkum

Keeping yourself out of compromising positions is the best strategy. By Cathy Wright

Help new employees feel excited to work with you. By Judi Craig

It’s often more fun to think about going solo than it is making it work. By Susan Cartier Liebel

Learn from colleagues down the hall as well as those overseas. By Ellen Ostrow

Recognize that your differences—including your different strengths—bring enormous value to your organization. By Elaine Arabatzis

What can you do to add to your firm’s global footprint?

By Dawn Wagenaar

Wendell’s practice—and social life, for that matter—are being held hostage by his social phobia, and that isn’t great for business. By Mark Johnson

When choosing computers, stick with what works for you, but don’t resist change. By Ian Bezpalko

Metaphors have the power to help us reason, learn, and persuade. By Linda L. Berger

“Treat everyone—from the judge to the janitor—with respect.”

By Paul J. Consbruck

The list of possibilities is quite long. You can do pretty much whatever you want to do. By Anne Whitaker

By thinking creatively, you can help ease the isolation and loneliness that afflict so many older Americans. By Connie White

Be very careful in evaluating and making alternative investments. Follow some specific rules to increase your chances of a profitable outcome. By Robert Hockett

Invest for long life expectancy; in the meantime, keep working!

By Richard M. Weber

Elderly patients deserve a higher standard of care. By Mickey Batsell

To achieve the level of growth and expertise you want, develop a robust professional development plan. By Sandee Magliozzi and Susan P. Beneville

Hop into a vegetable-fueled vehicle, offer up your professional services and see the world with new eyes. By Helen Nodland

P is for Protein: Protein may hold the key to your improved health. By Jamie Spannhake

Distinguish between two types of stress. By Dennis Coyne

Being a lawyer is about being a creative problem-solver; litigation is only one tool in the competent attorney’s kit. By Marjorie A. Silver

Co-responsive law focuses on the client, collaboration, and therapeutic jurisprudence. By Michael McCormack

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