Journaling to Enhance Productivity and Well-Being By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. Journaling has been used since ancient times to capture thoughts, keep reminders, and record events. An early example is the journal maintained by Roman Emperor Marcus Aurielius (161-180) who kept, are well worth the modest time it takes to keep a journal. About the Author Mr. Goldblatt has authored...

 Making Remote Work Better with Apps By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. About 15 years ago, Apple, Google, and Microsoft launched digital stores that enabled software developers to sell apps to consumers and professionals. Categories include communication, productivity, of California Author Michael L. Goldblatt has authored numerous books and articles about lawyer...

 Reopening Offices and Restoring Profitability By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. About 2,500 years ago, Babylon's King Nebuchadnezzar laid siege to Jerusalem, destroyed its Temple, and exiled its citizens to Babylonia. Around 60 years later, Persia's King Cyrus conquered Babylon, to help your firm optimize profits and maintain well-being. About the Author Michael L. Goldblatt...

 Marketing with QR Codes By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, October 11, 2022 Printed with the permission of Blumberg Blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. Quick Response (QR) codes became popular during the Covid Pandemic to reduce physical contact. Restaurants began displaying QR codes on tables to enable diners to view menus on their smartphones. Other businesses began using QR Codes to enable contactless payments, downloading apps, linking websites...

 Keeping Clients Happy By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, August 22, 2022 Printed with the permission of Blumberg Blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. About 100 years ago, Andre and Edouard Michelin introduced a three-star ranking system in their travel guides. Over the ensuing years, Michelin Guides became a top source for locating restaurants with outstanding cuisine and service. Lawyers can achieve similar distinction as top attorneys by providing excellent...

 Writing Better Letters By: Michael L. Goldblatt 1 The history of letter writing began when Egyptians started using papyrus over 30,000 years ago. For thousands of years, letter writing was restricted to governments, merchants, and wealthy individuals. By the 1800's, letter writing finally became accessible to the masses with the spread of public education, availability of affordable wood, . Goldblatt posted at the www.blumberg.com/blog. Mr. Goldblatt has authored numerous books and articles...

 Deciding Whether to Require Vaccinations By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, May 18, 2021 Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. Development of Coronav irus vaccines took off in January 2020 when its genetic sequence was published. Vaccine development usually takes several years, but Cov id-19 vaccines had a head start because of research underway when the pandemic began. Cov id-19 vaccinations began in December 2020...

 Deciding Whether to Require Masks at Your Law Firm By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, June 8, 2021 Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. The Coronavirus introduced a new tradition of masking in April 2020 when the CDC recommended wearing masks to avoid infecting others and to protect wearers. Attitudes and regulations about mask wearing continue to evolve as the Covid-19 Pandemic winds down and offices reopen...

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 Deciding Whether to Permanently Work Remote By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, April 6, 2021 Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. About 10 percent of Americans worked from home before the Coronav irus situation forced most office workers to stay home. Many lawyers will continue working remotely after the Coronav irus, Association Author Michael L. Goldblatt has authored numerous books and articles about lawyer marketing...

 1 Digitally Transforming Yourself and Your Firm By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. Over the past 40 years there has been a Digital Transformation in the practice of law. The Transformation was facilitated by several innovations --- the introduction of the IBM PC in 1980, technical proficiency for yourself and your firm. About the Author Mr. Goldblatt has authored numerous...

 Deciding When to Reopen Your Law Office By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, 3/16/2021 Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. A widespread return to offices probably will not occur until the September 2021 when enough people have been vaccinated to achieve herd immunity. Meantime, following is a list of things to consider when selecting a date for reopening your office. Following the list are additional resources...

 Getting Lawyers Back to the Office By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, September 7, 2021 Printed with the permission of http://www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. Thirty-Six years ago, Steven Spielberg produced a Summer blockbuster titled Back to the Future. The movie tells the story of a scientist helping a young time-traveler to return home. The scientist's creative use of lightning as a power source shows the benefit of thinking outside...

 Successfully Starting a Law Firm By: Michael L. Goldblatt Originally Published on Blumberg Blog, Apr. 19, 2022 Printed with the permission of www.Blumberg.com/blog and BlumbergExcelsior, Inc. Many students consider starting a law firm to control lifestyles and pursue career dreams. The new firm path is best for lawyers with entrepreneurial spirit and good organizational skills. This article provides startup tips and includes links to articles, books, forms, and websites for starting...

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