Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Time management - Why bother? Managing time is managing yourself; A busy lawyer is not necessarily a successful lawyer; Avoiding the vicious circle; How this report can help you. Chapter 2: Start with your environment; Get some clarity; Clear up; Clinging on to files; Ditch the paperwork; A word on filing; The single-file rule; Using diaries and schedules; Contact information; Business cards; Journals and know-how. Chapter 3: Planning; It's not real work; It's about time leadership; Control time, don't let it control you; Your daily template; Some quick planning tips. Chapter 4: How to prioritise; Dealing with overwhelm; Turn your 'to-do' list into a 'to-day' list; Where do I start? Maximum results for minimum effort. Chapter 5: The art of delegation; Easier said than done; How to delegate properly. Chapter 6: Procrastination - The thief of time; Why do we procrastinate? Beating procrastination. Chapter 7: Managing communications and interruptions; Checking e-mail; E-mail notifications; Some e-mail tips; The internet; Telephones; Exit strategies; Colleagues and visitors; Working from home; Mental distractions; Rewards. Chapter 8: Proactivity versus reactivity; What do we mean by proactivity? Identifying reactive behaviour; Setting boundaries. Chapter 9: Managing clients; It's acceptable to have more than one client; There's still room for quality; Managing expectations; Keeping phone calls in check. Chapter 10: Networking and business development quick wins; Have a plan; Marketing - you're already doing it; Use client feedback; Updating your website; Online networking; 'Re-purposing. ' Chapter 11: Managing pressure and stress; Alcohol and drugs; What can firms do about stress? The economics of stress; Individual or cultural change? Chapter 12: Personal development and career planning; The importance of life planning; Your values; Not just a lawyer. Chapter 13: Practical examples; Example one - The managing partner; Example two - The City partner; Example three - The new partner; Example four - The assistant solicitor; Example five - The trainees; Index.
