Good lawyers. Good leaders. Are they mutually exclusive?

Now more than ever, law firms of all sizes need good leadership in order to thrive.  The characteristics that traditionally make a good practicing lawyer, however, are quite different from the characteristics that make a good leader -- or a good follower.  It's time to change that tradition. 

This article is a synopsis of a presentation made to the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Legal Marketing Association by Mark Beese of Leadership for Lawyers, who discusses the importance of leadership in law firms and how to transform good lawyers into good leaders as well.

Good lawyers.  Good leaders.  Are they mutually exclusive?

Emotional intelligence: The ability to assess and manage emotions is key to professional success

Research indicates that an individual's emotional intelligence (EQ) accounts for 60-80 percent of success in the workplace and in life, while cognitive intelligence (IQ) accounts for just 20-40 percent.  In an environment like law, where everyone is cognitively smart, EQ is a significant differentiator.  In this article, Dr. Laura Belsten discusses how lawyers and law firms can master emotional intelligence -- and put it to good use.

Emotional intelligence:  The ability to assess and manage emotions is key to professional success

Boot camp 2004: Getting in shape for a career in legal marketing

A group representing the next generation of eager young law firm marketers converged on Denver to participate int he Legal Marketing Association Boot Camp 2004 -- "Roadmap to Your Destination -- Legal Marketing."  In these September 2004 articles, speakers discuss a wide range of topics.

Boot Camp 2004:  Getting in shape for a career in legal marketing

Turn your firm's marketing budget into a strategic planning tool

Success breeds success: Coaching your lawyers in business development

Learn to understand, appreciate, and work with the legal personality

Harvest those golden eggs:  Habits that lead to more work from current clients