Keep Your Blade Sharp

Don't find yourself on the wrong end.

So, I'm about two weeks away from the grand opening.  Whoa, I just thought that all nonchalantly but that's a big deal.  And if somehow there's SOMEBODY out there reading this, I really hope you are on the way too.  

The reason for this post is about what I'm doing in the meantime.  A great friend of mine just supplied me with a header image for my website and also a symbol-type trademark.  This will go far with creating an identity for the practice, such as using on business cards, letterheads and every form of advertising.  

I have most of the foundation laid, so what now?  Keep sharp!  I have volunteered for CARPLS, a Chicago-based lawyer referral service that also provides advice over the phone to low-income people.  I have already completed the bulk of my training and so far it's great.  I am really enthusiastic about helping those who really, REALLY need it.  But I can't be too modest!  There's another reason I'm doing it.... to build my client skills.  This won't be a one-off type of training.  Handling clients confidently and professionally takes more than a couple weeks to accomplish.  So take all the training you can, especially when you can get free CLE credit for it.

If you're in the Chicago area, check out the website here:  http://www.carpls.org

Until next time, stay sharp!