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The phrase “gratitude unexpressed is gratitude unperceived” holds profound significance. It underscores the importance of not only feeling grateful but also actively communicating that gratitude to colleagues, employees, clients, and partners. Failure to express gratitude can lead to a host of issues in the workplace. Many times, I think about who I want to ex...

Overcoming hard mental challenges is a profound journey that can significantly enhance your confidence. When you push yourself to conquer difficult mental hurdles, you develop a deeper understanding of your own capabilities, which, in turn, fosters a sense of self-assuredness and resilience. Facing and conquering challenging mental obstacles requires you to tap in...

I was in a conversation recently when someone said, “Hope is not a strategy.” Though I had heard the phrase before it struck me as a reminder that success and progress is not solely reliant on mere optimism or wishful thinking. Hope can provide the emotional drive to persevere through challenges, but it must be accompanied by thoughtful planning, concrete actio...

Arizona Association of Defense Counsel Annual Meeting & Fall Kickoff Reception  What: Associate 101:  How to Manage a Case Load and Make Partners Happy Who is the associate’s client? What questions should they ask when given an assignment? Why should an associate never bring a problem to a partner without a proposed solution? And more insight on...

“Today is the youngest you’ll ever be, so live like it” encapsulates a powerful reminder to embrace the present moment and make the most of your life. In a world that often encourages you to plan for the future or dwell on the past, this statement encourages a shift in perspective towards living in the now. Each passing day brings you closer to the future, an...

This has been a hard and happy week. I dropped my third child off at college. All three drop-offs were happy and sad occasions – happy for our child’s next step on their adventure and sad knowing they are gone from our house. This one was the hardest one yet and I still have one more to go in a few years. Maybe it’s because it was my only daughter. Maybe it�...

Phoenix, AZ (August 18, 2023) -- Jaburg Wilk is pleased to announce that 15 of their lawyers have been included in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America and an additional 8 attorneys have been included in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch.  Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded a...

In the context of work and your career, the phrase “every adventure requires a first step” takes on profound significance. Just as in any grand expedition or personal endeavor, professional growth and success requires an initial leap into the unknown. This notion emphasizes the importance of taking proactive steps to advance your career, even if those steps see...

A relationship with a narcissist involves a toxic cycle of emotional abuse and destruction.  It is not uncommon for a victim to be entirely unaware of the negative toll a narcissist takes on their mental health and self-esteem until the damage is already done.  While certainly not all individuals displaying these traits are diagnosable with a personality disorder...

The age-old advice, “Do what you love, not for money,” encapsulates a profound wisdom that urges each of us to prioritize passion and purpose over material gain. While financial stability is undeniably important, dedicating one’s life solely to chasing a paycheck can lead to a hollow existence devoid of genuine fulfillment. Pursuing one’s passions in work, ...