Small law firms face constant, dangerous cyber threats. Usually, it’s too expensive for them to get expert guidance, but Tom Lambotte is a good friend who has been offering affordable cyber security help for solo and small firm attorneys.
In this episode he shares his top 3 recommendations for protecting yourself against cyber threats, including some valuable resources he is making available for free.
Show Notes
- Global Mac IT
- Bobaguard(click this link to get access to the free resources Tom mentioned in the episode)
- 1Password password manager
- LastPass
- Authy 2FA app
- Google 2FA Authenticator app
- Microsoft Authenticator
- Zapier(automate work across 5000+ popular cloud-based apps, including law-specific apps like Clio)
- Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion, by Robert Cialdini (amazing book used beloved by marketers and sales, and by Charlie Munger)
- Working Smarter with Digital Technology (my short guide to improving your practice by using technology better)
General Resources
- Learn to use technology to reduce friction & gain freedom with this resource: https://www.the8020lawyer.com/
- Focus on these essential tech tools for maximum traction in your practice.
- Take this short law practice assessment to identify your main strengths & weaknesses.
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