Todd Hutchison – författare

People increasingly want to support businesses that operate with a moral code; businesses they know, like and trust. The global trend for ''conscious'' business has become increasingly important with the palpable shift away from companies, organisations or governments that act unethically. ''Humanistic businesses'' are people-focused and conscious of their obligations towards offering value and building positive relationships with all of their stakeholders. This is the first practical book to reveal how to create a humanistic business, which promises higher profit, greater staff retention and more satisfied customers. This book shows how humanistic businesses become leaders by creating and promoting trust and authenticity and become popular with loyal staff and clients by designing a unique user experience. It explains why ethical companies are succeeding as they create an environment that customers want to be in, staff members want to work in, and suppliers want to be engaged with. Doing the right thing has never been more profitable.

People increasingly want to support businesses that operate with a moral code; businesses they know, like and trust. The global trend for ''conscious'' business has become increasingly important with the palpable shift away from companies, organisations or governments that act unethically. ''Humanistic businesses'' are people-focused and conscious of their obligations towards offering value and building positive relationships with all of their stakeholders. This is the first practical book to reveal how to create a humanistic business, which promises higher profit, greater staff retention and more satisfied customers. This book shows how humanistic businesses become leaders by creating and promoting trust and authenticity and become popular with loyal staff and clients by designing a unique user experience. It explains why ethical companies are succeeding as they create an environment that customers want to be in, staff members want to work in, and suppliers want to be engaged with. Doing the right thing has never been more profitable.

The organizational competence of project management provides a solid foundation for every activity conducted by a business and the practice of law. Legal project management (LPM) provides the discipline that enables lawyers and those who manage legal work - in law firms, law departments and alternate legal services providers - to define, demonstrate and deliver greater value by balancing the scope of work, time, and resources as they strive for optimal efficiency, outcomes and client satisfaction. Although many distinguish the business of law from the practice of law, innovators in legal project management take an integrated approach. In commercial and governmental settings, practicing law is not an academic exercise, nor an end in itself. Effective legal services address a client''s business needs, opportunities and risk profile, and may also implicate public policy and legal precedent. The client experience is personal as well as professional. LPM provides a framework for meeting all these challenges. Innovations in Legal Project Management profiles those who have done the difficult work of harnessing the relevant aspects of legal project management as a strategy that is explicitly aligned to a law firm''s or legal department''s business objectives and culture. The authors describe communication strategies and techniques to train, coach and mentor those acquiring the skills to implement legal project management practices as a core aspect of the firm''s business strategy, operations, quality legal services, and focus on the client experience. All the contributors to this book are professionals who continuously see around corners in improving the legal profession. They have created value for their firms, clients, and organizations; others have advanced the legal profession. They have systematically: - Used deep insights about particular clients to create new services and ways of doing things that impact the client''s business goals; - Incrementally improved the speed, value (cost/margin), and quality/ benefits of the product or service they deliver; and/or - Relied on technology that is homegrown or highly customized to meet users'' needs.

The organizational competence of project management provides a solid foundation for every activity conducted by a business and the practice of law. Legal project management (LPM) provides the discipline that enables lawyers and those who manage legal work - in law firms, law departments and alternate legal services providers - to define, demonstrate and deliver greater value by balancing the scope of work, time, and resources as they strive for optimal efficiency, outcomes and client satisfaction. Although many distinguish the business of law from the practice of law, innovators in legal project management take an integrated approach. In commercial and governmental settings, practicing law is not an academic exercise, nor an end in itself. Effective legal services address a client''s business needs, opportunities and risk profile, and may also implicate public policy and legal precedent. The client experience is personal as well as professional. LPM provides a framework for meeting all these challenges. Innovations in Legal Project Management profiles those who have done the difficult work of harnessing the relevant aspects of legal project management as a strategy that is explicitly aligned to a law firm''s or legal department''s business objectives and culture. The authors describe communication strategies and techniques to train, coach and mentor those acquiring the skills to implement legal project management practices as a core aspect of the firm''s business strategy, operations, quality legal services, and focus on the client experience. All the contributors to this book are professionals who continuously see around corners in improving the legal profession. They have created value for their firms, clients, and organizations; others have advanced the legal profession. They have systematically: - Used deep insights about particular clients to create new services and ways of doing things that impact the client''s business goals; - Incrementally improved the speed, value (cost/margin), and quality/ benefits of the product or service they deliver; and/or - Relied on technology that is homegrown or highly customized to meet users'' needs.

Time Management for Lawyers: Making Every Six Minutes Count is a comprehensive guide designed to help legal professionals take control of their time and enhance both productivity and wellbeing. In a fast-paced and high-pressure profession, time management is the key to thriving – not just surviving. This book explores practical strategies for managing overwhelming caseloads, maintaining a healthy work–life balance, and preventing burnout. It covers the latest technological influences, including how AI is reshaping how lawyers manage time and tasks, while also addressing the mental and emotional challenges of working in law.From optimising focus to managing client demands and avoiding distractions, this book helps lawyers achieve peak performance while still leaving room for creativity, innovation, and personal wellbeing. With expert advice on delegation, prioritisation and setting clear goals, Time Management for Lawyers: Making Every Six Minutes Count equips you with the tools to reclaim your time and thrive in your legal career.