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Top 10 Rules to be a Success(ful Lawyer)

by Miriam | Jun 21, 2019 | Coffe Break, Insights, Voices

This is from the ABA Journal, but the tips are great for anyone. By James Grey Robinson.

Do not be a prisoner of your past
What comes out of your mouth is more than what goes in it
People will admire you more for your health and happiness than your bank account
Take 10 minutes each day to not think but just breathe
Lawyers are admired more for their honesty (and humanity) than for winning
You have to balance and take care of your body, your mind, and your family/community.
Nothing is more powerful than kind words.
Embrace change. Change is good.
If you don’t control your emotions, they will control you.
Being a lawyer is a gift.

The details in each of the points are worth the read – check it out.

Top 10 Rules to be a Successful Lawyer

Farm Work and Dedication

by Miriam | Jun 13, 2019 | Agriculture, Insights

Please read this terrific Washington Post column by Purdue President (and former Indiana Governor) Mitch Daniels.

In Farm Children, I See Virtues That One Sees Too Rarely, These Days.

I don’t claim that people (and young people) who live in urban environments are devoid of hard work and virtue, but – speaking from personal experience – the characteristics described in the article seem to be more highly concentrated in rural communities.

My son was 20 at the time this picture was taken, and an experienced farmer

The Amazing Journal of Byron Levy

by Miriam | May 31, 2019 | Coffe Break, Insights

This is a terrific legacy to leave to one’s children and grandchildren. It’s a terrific look into a 100-year history from the perspective of someone who lived it.

Honoring those who have served

by Miriam | May 27, 2019 | Insights

Hoosier Heartland Industrial Park – Come to the HHIP

by Miriam | May 15, 2019 | Agriculture, Insights, Technology

Carroll County has a lot of opportunity for business development – Close to Purdue and Lafayette/West Lafayette, and accessible to Indy and Chicago. Carroll County is a great place to be!

Advice for Graduates (and Other Adults)

by Miriam | May 13, 2019 | Insights

Nice article by Gretchen Rubin on LinkedIn. This applies to all of us – not just the newly-minted young adults. Be sure you read the last one. The article is a great starting point.