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"An ABA Webcast Series for Troubled Times"

From  the site: "In response to the toughest economy in decades, the ABA has developed a weekly, four-part audio webcast series for members and non-members alike. This Recession Recovery Teleconference Series begins May 19 and continues through June. Each program (ranging from 30 to 90 minutes) is designed to help you navigate these troubled times, and will feature a faculty panel of lawyer/authors and subject-matter experts. The series is free to ABA members, and costs less than $20 each per program! To register, go to www.abaclecatalogue.org. Register now, space is limited! The programs include:

Tuesday/May 19 - How to Sell Yourself: Developing the Perfect Pitch. Issues for discussion by a four-member legal panel: national and regional job market trends, resume and interviewing techniques, how to make the right impression and craft a 30-second elevator pitch, and how to find professional development opportunities. (only $14.95/non-members). Product code: CET09HSYPOD

Tuesday/June 2 - Overcoming the Obstacles of Going (and Being) Solo. Led by lawyer/author Carolyn Elefant (Solo By Choice) and Jay Foonberg (How to Start and Build a Law Practice), the panel will address such topics as engagement letters, insurance, technology, office logistics, billing models, fee collection, and how to build a client base. (only $19.95/non-members). Product code: CET09S00POD

Tuesday/June 16 - How to Recession-Proof Yourself in a Down Economy. Whether you are currently employed or not, this teleconference will help you build a solid foundation to reach your career development goals and financial stability. Led by lawyer Susan Berson, author of the ABA Journal article, "Recession-proofing your practice." (only $14.95/non-members). Product code: CET09RYTPOD.

Tuesday/June 30 - Staying Positive in a Down Economy. Whether you're helping colleagues and friends, or yourself, this program will help you restore morale both at home and office. Learn techniques that can help laid-off lawyer friends rediscover their motivation. (only $9.95/non-members). Product code: CET09SPDPOD.

The four-program series is free to ABA members, and costs less than $60 to receive all four programs! Space is limited. Register now at www.abaclecatalogue.org."

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Source: Lawyer Avenue Blog, 12 May 2009

Full post as published by Stark County Law Library Blawg on May 14, 2009 (boomark / email).