Course Overview

If you missed one of our webinars, don’t worry. Below is a video overview of the course, including all of the information we covered in the webinars.

Most of the online learning modules will include a brief video, a few articles and some optional material. This module will give you an idea of what the online learning platform is like. It is accessible by computer and most mobile devices.

When you are done watching the video, check out the articles below and move on to the next module.

Articles

Leadership and Management Training for New Partners (Mark Beese) – What leadership skills are required by new partners? What training topics and development opportunities will help new partners lead client teams and firm initiatives? This article looks at what practical leadership training looks like for new partners and shareholders.

Four Necessary Leadership Skills: How focusing on paying attending, developing networks, expanding influence and igniting change leads to high performance firms (Mark Beese) – A deeper look at four leadership skills that are critical for law firm leaders.

Additional Resources

The Law Firm as a Learning Organization (Mark Beese) – Law firms are in a whirlwind of change. Lawyer leaders need to understand how to lead change initiatives, which requires continuous learning. In this article, we look at ways to drive out fear and to encourage efficient learning, both on the individual and team level.

Law Firms Are Weak When It Comes to Developing Leaders (American Lawyer) – Insights into leadership development in law firms, compared with other professional service firms. (Law.com subscription required)