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I am pleased to share my latest post to The SHRM Blog on the need for kindness in leadership.

An economic development director examines how premature focus on financial incentives can compromise site selection strategy, arguing that aligning incentives with broader project objectives leads to more sustainable business outcomes. The analysis explores the tension between short-term cost savings and long-term operational success in corporate location decisions.

In the fast-paced world of business advisory, being reactive is no longer sufficient to meet clients' evolving needs.

Coca-Cola grabbed headlines recently when it named executive Mary Minnick to a new post overseeing three key growth functions: marketing, innovation and strategic growth. In essence, Coke created a "chief growth officer" position in all but name. But if the experiences of companies like Colgate- Palmolive, H.J. Heinz, Interpublic Group and Hain Celestial in establishing that role play out again, Ms. Minnick will have limited ability to reverse the beverage giant’s falling market share.

Winston Taylor lawyers and leaders share insights on law firm leadership, private equity expansion, AI adoption, workplace flexibility, and high-profile litigation across multiple legal publications. The firm's professionals discuss strategic growth initiatives, technology integration, and landmark case victories that are shaping the legal and business landscape.

The COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected many physicians' practices in 2020 — and even into 2021. As medical practices begin to rebound, this is an especially good time to evaluate your financial strategies0...

A contractor recently told us the following joke: “Why did the project take five years to complete instead of one? The general contractor was waiting for the rest of the crew to be born.” As is often the case, there is truth in humor.

How can you dramatically reduce legal attacks while building a wall of defense around your company? Follow these ten simple steps and you will be on your way to protecting your company by building a fortress of defense.

Are there CFOs who still manage to "do it all"? You bet. They’re the ones who decide for themselves what "all" really means. And that’s what Breathing Lessons is about.

Growing companies often need to give priority to allocating liquid cash resources to other aspects of the company's business.

On December 29, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") issued a final rule delegating authority to the Director (the "IM Director") of the Division of Investment Management...

Drawing on over 20 years of experience in interim management, turnaround, and restructuring, this article identifies 10 critical factors that separate effective CFOs from the rest. From delivering difficult messages with clarity to balancing financial rigor with cultural leadership, these hard-won insights reveal what it truly takes to drive results in one of the most impactful seats in business.

Eighty-three percent of in-house legal leaders expect larger budgets in 2027, yet only 6% believe the increase will create real capacity as workload continues to outpace resources. Axiom's global study reveals how the traditional legal budget formula has reached a breaking point, with AI mandates arriving unfunded and law firm rates climbing despite AI adoption, forcing legal departments to fundamentally rethink how they deploy resources rather than simply requesting more money.

The Texas Business Court continues to grant dispositive motions, enforce unambiguous agreements, and shape commercial law.

Entrepreneurs carry heavy burdens, often for years without much respite. Running a business involves navigating a complex web of legal considerations that can impact every aspect of your operations.

Daniel Waldman shares his insights on effective networking strategies within the legal industry, revealing how meaningful professional connections can lead to career opportunities. His article in Precedent Magazine explores the evolution from awkward networking attempts to building genuine relationships that create lasting value.

Explore the often-overlooked management skill of active listening in this final installment of our 'Back to Basics' series. Drawing from a 1970 management primer, we examine how effective managers use both ears...