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LinkedIn as a Legal Intelligence Tool: Beyond Networking
LinkedIn is often viewed as a digital resume board or a recruitment tool, but for legal professionals, its real power lies in...

Vicki Maran
1 day ago2 min read


How to Utilize the Pomodoro Effect at Work for Enhanced Productivity
Staying productive at work can sometimes feel like an uphill battle, especially when juggling multiple tasks or facing large, complex...

Vicki Maran
Mar 115 min read


How to Manage Large Caseloads of Work with a Smaller Team
In many industries, teams are often tasked with handling large caseloads, which can quickly become overwhelming. This is particularly...

Vicki Maran
Feb 275 min read


Book Review: "Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World" by Cal Newport
If you've ever caught yourself reaching for your phone out of habit, scrolling mindlessly through social media, or feeling like your...

Heather Hernandi
Feb 203 min read


The Silent Advantage: How Private Investigators Can Read Between the Lines
Private investigators know that words can deceive, but body language rarely lies. Mastering nonverbal communication, reading...

Shanea Brodhacker
Feb 202 min read


The Client Loyalty Playbook: Retention Strategies for Law Firms & Private Investigators
In the competitive world of legal services and private investigations, winning a client is only half the battle—keeping them is what...
Social Slooth Research Team
Feb 122 min read


The Psychology of Verdicts: Cialdini’s 7 Principles Every Lawyer Must Know
Winning a case isn’t just about presenting facts—it’s about persuading the jury. Research shows that jurors rely on both logic and...
Social Slooth Research Team
Feb 103 min read


The Lawyer’s Guide to Managing Large Legal Projects Without Losing Focus
Large legal projects—whether contract reviews, in-depth research, or litigation—can quickly become overwhelming. Between tight deadlines,...

Vicki Maran
Feb 73 min read


Book Review: Life or Death Listening - A Transformational Guide to Authentic Communication
Dan Oblinger’s Life or Death Listening: A Hostage Negotiator’s How-to Guide to Mastering the Essential Communication Skill  is not just...

Heather Hernandi
Feb 62 min read


Stand Out in the Legal Industry: The Power of Personal Branding
In the legal world, reputation isn’t just important—it’s everything. Clients don’t just want a lawyer; they want the  lawyer—someone...

Shanea Brodhacker
Feb 52 min read


New Year, New Focus: Mental Health Strategies for Legal & Investigative Pros in 2025
February is here, and let’s be honest—January felt like an entire year in itself. As we push forward into 2025, the demands on law...

Shanea Brodhacker
Feb 32 min read


4 Proven Ways to Locate Court Records across the U.S.
Court records are crucial resources for understanding legal cases, decisions, and court proceedings. While a single nationwide database...

Vicki Maran
Jan 272 min read


5 Tips for Shaping Juror Behavior: Enhancing Focus and Fairness in the Courtroom
5 Tips for Shaping Juror Behavior: Enhancing Focus and Fairness in the Courtroom The courtroom is more than a venue for legal...

Shanea Brodhacker
Jan 212 min read


Breaking Down the INTs: A Beginner’s Guide to Intelligence Disciplines
What Are the INTs? Ever wonder how governments uncover threats, businesses track competitors, or law enforcement catches suspects? The...

Heather Hernandi
Jan 213 min read
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