making time for client development
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1Cordell M. Parvin
http://www.cordellparvin.com
Time Management
How to Make Time for Client Development
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Self Motivation
Attitude
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Attitude
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Attitude
“The pessimist (less successful lawyer) sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist (successful lawyer) sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”
5More Successful
Attitude
Yes, but
Sure, how
Less Successful
6More Successful
My problem
is My opportunity
is
Less Successful
Attitude
7More Successful
I need to
I want to
Less Successful
Attitude
8More Successful
I am not willing to be successful
if it means . . .I can be
successful and . . .
Less Successful
Attitude
9More Successful
I will try my best to . . .
I will achieve
Less Successful
Attitude
10More Successful
I want goals to be
realistic I want my goals to
challenge me
Less Successful
Attitude
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Self Motivation
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-Napoleon Hill
“There is one quality which one must possess to win, and that is definiteness of purpose, the knowledge of what one wants, and a burning desire to possess it.”
32Start Strong
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When you first start something IT IS FUN!
Self Motivation
And then the Dip Happens
The Dip
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You run out of time (and quit)
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You run out of money (and quit)
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You get scared (and quit)
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You’re not serious about it (and quit)
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You lose interest or enthusiasm or settle for being mediocre
(and quit)
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You focus on the short term instead of the long (and quit)
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You choose the wrong thing at which to be the
best in the world (because you don’t have the talent)
Self Motivation
Why Do We Lack Motivation23
Why Do We Lack Motivation
No Answer to “Why” Question24
Why Do We Lack Motivation
Involves Hard Work and Energy25
Why Do We Lack Motivation
Want Instant Results . . . with Minimal Effort26
Why Do We Lack Motivation
Easier to Stay in Comfort Zone27
Why Do We Lack Motivation
Change - Desperate / Necessity28
Surviving 2009
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30What – Major Definite Purpose
Why Important
How – Steps to Achieve
Core Values
Roles
2009 Plan
Projects
My Approach Tasks
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David Allen’s Approach
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Five Step System
Collect
Process
Organize
Review
DO
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Stephen Covey’s
Approach
How did you take control of your time?
ChristyCrider’s
Approach
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#10 Figure out priorities and make a list
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#10 Figure out priorities and make a list
#9 Plan time around priorities
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#8 Follow the plan which means saying no firmly, yet graciously
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#8 Follow the plan which means saying no firmly, yet graciously
#7 Multi-task
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#8 Follow the plan which means saying no firmly, yet graciously
#7 Multi-task
#6 Don’t do any non-billable firm tasks that someone else should be doing for me.
#5 Get creative in how time is planned (choose activities that meet multiple priorities)
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#5 Get creative in how time is planned (choose activities that meet multiple priorities)
#4 Maximize the day by starting it early and staying on task during the day
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#5 Get creative in how time is planned (choose activities that meet multiple priorities)
#4 Maximize the day by starting it early and staying on task during the day
#3 Bill a lot of time out of the office (it feels better)
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#5 Get creative in how time is planned (choose activities that meet multiple priorities)
#4 Maximize the day by starting it early and staying on task during the day
#3 Bill a lot of time out of the office (it feels better)
#2 Make it count – Do less and do the things that are important in a BIG way
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
10 Steps I Took To“Take Control Of My Time”
#1 REWARD YOURSELF! This is a marathon, not a sprint.
What Approach Do You Take to Establish Goals?
Goals! Make a List
My Physical/Financial GoalsBe the best Long-Term Care Attorney in the country.
Make Baker Donelson the best firm in the southeast.
Sleep 8 hours a day.
Eat healthy.
Buy a beach home.
My Mental Growth GoalsLearn Yoga
Live in the moment
Learn to scuba and dive the Great Barrier Reef
My Emotional/Relationship Goals
See my three best friends in person every year.
Be there every time my children need me and most times when they want me.
Be a mentor and role model for other lawyers.
My Spiritual/Core Value Goals
Raise children who love God and respect others.
Be grateful.
Live each day apportioning time to my core values: spiritual, family, health, work.
What Rules About Attitude Have You Set for Yourself?
DavidWalton’s Approach
Attitude
• Rule #1 -- Be a franchise
• CONTROL = BOOK + EXPERTISE
• Rule # 2 -- Market urgently• 5 years = 1826 days
• 10 years = 3652 days
• 20 years = 7305 days
Attitude
• Rule #3 – Think BIG; focus small
• Have BIG goals and look for BIG rewards
• Do something small everyday
• Rule #4 – Don’t confuse your goals with the reward
• The goals is to develop and work the plan
• Believe you will get a reward for working the plan
Attitude
• Rule #5 – Self-promotion is not a dirty word
• Self-promotion is not negative so long as it’s done with character
• Rule #6 – Be selfish
• We have all devoted a lot to the profession, but we need to ask ourselves: how can the Law fuel the way I want to live my life?
Attitude
• Rule # 7 -- Never take a backseat to anyone
• Never hold yourself back
• Don’t buy into the “you’re too young” attitude
• The only way to control your own destiny is to have your own clients – never lose sight of this
• When in doubt – act “as if”
• Rule #8 – Don’t fear mistakes; don’t try to be perfect
How Do You Set Goals?
Goals
• Think Big
• Step 1: Put down anything at first – just brainstorm
• Step 2: Get specific for each item; state the goals in a way you can objectively measure
• Step 3: Develop an Action Plan for each goal
• Step 4: Assign due dates – be flexible
• Step 5: Monitor, Revise and Adapt
Goals
• Goals aren’t perfect
• The key is work a plan – any plan – because it may lead to something you never expected
• Don’t place any limits on yourself
How Do You Breakdown
Your Activities?
Monthly Action Items
• Use annual goals as the basis
• List action items for the month – link to your annual goals
• Plan as much as possible
• Carry forward any unfinished items
• The list is dynamic – add items that you think of in the middle of the month
Daily Log
• “Aspirational”
• Think about marketing everyday
• Write down anything and everything you did for marketing – no matter how big or small
David Walton
What Are Examples of Client Development
Activities You Do Each and Every Day?
Christy Crider
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http://www.cordellparvin.com
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How to Make Time for Client Development
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