Here's a video providing an overview of Excel for law firms. What are some of your favorite uses of Excel in the law firm environment?
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Overview of Microsoft Word for Law Firms
One of the most used programs in a law office or any business today is Microsoft Word. Many of us haven't mastered all of what Word can do or how the program can help us be more effective with our practices. I put together this video overview of Microsoft Word to help legal professionals get … Continue reading Overview of Microsoft Word for Law Firms
Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA) How to Subscribe to Forums
I am a member of the Law Practice Management Committee for the Indiana State Bar Association. We recently had a meeting where there were some questions about how to sign up for the forums within the bar association's website. I created this short video to help walk you through the steps. Here is a text … Continue reading Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA) How to Subscribe to Forums
Like [newer] music? You’ll like Amazon Prime
Several years ago, my wife and I tried Amazon Prime. At the time, we didn't really take advantage of all we were paying for and ended up cancelling the service without really testing it out. Fast forward a few years. Our third child was born. With the kids now spanning ages 0-11 and an eight … Continue reading Like [newer] music? You’ll like Amazon Prime
Product Review: LG Electronics Tone Pro HBS-750 Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headset
For Christmas, I received the LG Electronics Tone Pro HBS-750 Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headset (affiliate link here) for use with my iPhone and Apple Watch. So far, I have only used it with my iPhone, but I have used it almost every day since receiving the headset. Pros Some of my favorite features are: Comfort (you … Continue reading Product Review: LG Electronics Tone Pro HBS-750 Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headset
T3:40 | Spark Email Client for iOS
Recently, I was re-introduced to the Spark email management app for iOS. Since Mailbox by Dropbox is being retired in 2016, Spark caught my attention as a viable replacement. Several of Readdle's apps are on sale through Christmas. But, Spark is free for now. Get a discount on your favorite apps and be super productive in … Continue reading T3:40 | Spark Email Client for iOS
PDFpen 2 iOS Apps on sale
Smile Software for PDFpen for iPad & iPhone is on sale through Sunday December 20th. Description from Smile: Edit your PDFs anywhere you are! Sign contracts, scribble notes and highlights, make changes, fill out applications, and more on your iPhone® or iPad®! Highlight important text. Scribble freehand notes. Comment on drafts… and more. Edit the page … Continue reading PDFpen 2 iOS Apps on sale
Black Friday Sales (Mac Bundle)
StackSocial is running a bundle deal ($39.99) of some great Mac apps (referral link available here). I was particularly interested in this bundle because it includes PDFpen 7, Dropzone, MacX DVD Ripper Pro, and BusyContacts. With PDFpen, I can now use Hazel to further automate my paperless system (more on that in future posts). There's a … Continue reading Black Friday Sales (Mac Bundle)
T3:39 | to-do list adjustments to help beat procrastination
The Indiana Lawyer published an article I wrote recently on adjusting your to-do list to help beat procrastination. From the article: A few tips: First, make a separate task for each discrete action. Second, set a due date. You can always adjust, but due dates and reminders can help you build the habit of reviewing … Continue reading T3:39 | to-do list adjustments to help beat procrastination
iOS 9 | Initial Notes
I just updated to iOS 9 on my iPhone 6 Plus. Here are my initial notes: New font looks great. Very easy to read and matches the bigger screen of the iPhone 6 Plus. The update looks cleaner and is easier to read. Not a drastic change, but feels fresh. The keyboard has upper and … Continue reading iOS 9 | Initial Notes