Kaizen for Lawyers: An Introduction
Kaizen for Lawyers is not just a concept, but a way of life in the business sphere. Applied in law firms, it encourages continuous improvement through simple, achievable steps. This philosophy is highly suitable for law firms looking to make steady progress without overwhelming their operations.
The Power of Kaizen for Lawyers
The principle of Kaizen for Lawyers emphasises the importance of regular, incremental change. For a solo or small law firm, this could be as simple as streamlining processes, adopting new technology, or investing in professional development. The beauty of Kaizen is that its focus is not on massive overhauls, but on continuous, small improvements – making it a highly achievable strategy.
Show Notes
- Atomic Habits, book by James Clear
- Loom video comparing SweetProcess to Process St.
- The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, book Steven Covey
- Evernote – digital dumping ground
- TextExpander – text automation tool
- Notion – online wiki/database tool
- Obsidian – new PKM tool (Mac or PC)
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.
- Check out my Law Firm Systems Intensive
- Join: ‘80/20 Inner Circle‘ (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
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