On Demand Video

Client Development Fundamentals: How to Comfortably Develop Clients from Friends and Community

Oftentimes the business potential in our personal relationships remains untapped because we do not know how to comfortably broach the topic of client development. In this program, you will discover communication techniques that allow you to explore professional opportunities naturally without jeopardizing your reputation or damaging your relationships.

Learn how to asses the referral potential of your friends and clients without directly asking them for business.
Discover 5 techniques that subtly introduce business development into an informal conversation without creating awkwardness.
Improve your use of social media as a means of staying in front of important relationships.

This program is a business education program with practical advice for client development that can be immediately implemented to grow your practice. This class has NOT been pre-approved for CLE credit.

PRICE: $129.00

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David Ackert

David has produced business development programs for thousands of lawyers and several top AmLaw 100 firms. His programs have consistently received high acclaim for their unique and valuable content, and have garnered press from publications across the United States. He teaches strategic planning and marketing courses through UCLA Extension and is a guest lecturer at USC Marshall School of Business.

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Our courses are approved in almost all states that have CLE requirements. Accreditation for a particular course will vary by state. Please use our CLE calculator for CLE credit available in your state. For more information, visit our FAQ.

"Excellent program with helpful insights for improving interactions with clients, co-workers and opposing counsel."

Ken Hoffmeister,
Merchant & Gould

"Thought provoking, entertaining and informative. The instructor made the material come to life."

Gretchen Jacobs,
Arizona Governmental Affairs

"The class content exceeded my expectations and caused me to think about the kind of person I come across as, which is important but not a subject lawyers are usually trained on."

John Lamb, Attorney,
Caterpillar Financial Services

"Very good value. Valuable and dynamic material. The course exceeded my expectations."

Mary Bittence,
Baker & Hostetler

"My experience with client development was limited before this course, though now (as a result of this program) I feel much more prepared to make rain and develop my own book of business."

Eric Ballou,
The Nelson Law Firm