A Better You, A Better Firm

A Better You, A Better Firm, published by Paul Hally, focuses on practical advice and reflections aimed at improving individual and firm performance within professional services, particularly legal practices. The blog covers topics such as effective communication, decision making, leadership, succession planning, and managing compensation systems in partnerships. It emphasizes clarity in task expectations, the importance of asking questions, avoiding procrastination, and thoughtful responses in professional interactions. The blog also explores the nuances of compensation structures, balancing financial and non-financial contributions, and aligning personal and organizational values. The content is grounded in real-world experience and aims to foster better organizational and personal outcomes.

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I hesitated to write this blog, the subject seemed too simple and too obvious, but I have recently seen so many examples of mistakes by others, and committed a couple myself admittedly, that I decided I should. DO NOT SEND

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I am no psychologist so the thoughts that follow are simply those of my personal experience. I was moved to write this article as I recently had an insight into when a fear might be holding back an individual and

I am sometimes asked “What should I read that will help me?” The trite answer is anything and everything you can that will teach you something about yourself, the people around about you or the world in which you live.