On Memorial Day, I did a workout called, “The Murph” at my gym.
The Murph is an intense workout that commemorates Lieutenant Michael Murphy, a Navy Seal who died in Afghanistan in 2005. Murphy was awarded the Medal of Honor and the Purple Heart posthumously.
Quite a story! Lieutenant Michael Murphy.
Separately, my mom passed away on Memorial Day…
It’s final exam time! In the Advanced Public Speaking class I teach at Rutgers University, the final exam is a final presentation. The assignment is to talk about your Greatest Hero.
Why are they your greatest hero?
How did they inspire you?
How are you better for having known them?
What is the biggest lesson you learned from or because…
This 2026 Law Firm Report by Colliers provides a comprehensive analysis of the real estate trends and economic factors currently shaping the legal industry across North America.
The report highlights a significant shift as law firms move past pandemic-era uncertainty and recommit to physical office spaces, albeit with new strategies focused on efficiency and talent.
Staying connected with business contacts isn’t just about business networking. It’s about building lasting, mutually beneficial relationships. Whether you’re nurturing prospects, referral partners, or clients, consistent and thoughtful communication can make all the difference. Out of sight is out of mind.
Here are six Knock Out ways to stay in touch with your business contacts.
SEND OCCASIONAL MESSAGES
Just this…
Of course, business networking is not a quick fix. Financial advisors, insurance agents, attorneys, and other service providers that need to sell something know that nothing happens overnight. That said, these four approaches if done correctly will absolutely generate more business.
Be Clear about Your Target Market
As in crystal clear. Establish a specialty industry, profession, market segment, or niche.…
I admire business owners. Why? Because they are willing to put themselves out there and say, “I am”, that they have something to offer the world, and they believe in a dream to do something of “impact” and to build the life they desire. The idea of freedom, self-determination, and being your own boss is inherently “American”. They are risk…
When a Contractor’s Insurance Can Leave Your Building Exposed
Understanding “Action Over” Exclusions in Plain English
By Natale Scopelliti, CIC Honig Conte Porrino Insurance Agency Inc. January 2026
A Common Scenario for NYC Condo & Co‑Op Buildings
When a condominium or co‑op hires a contractor—or allows a unit owner or tenant to do so—the assumption is simple: the contractor’s insurance…
2025 Legislative Changes Affecting California Commercial Real Estate – A Retrospective and Some 2026 Previews
©Norma J. Williams 2025
A look back at legislation affecting California commercial real estate that became effective on January 1, 2025 (or other date as noted) reveals a number of laws that affected the commercial real estate business and legal practices. This article also previews…
Chapter 11 bankruptcy presents mid-sized businesses facing financial distress with a serious path to restructuring. But there are plenty of pitfalls, particularly for franchisees who operate under license from a better capitalized and more sophisticated franchisor partner with the underlying franchise agreement governing many aspects of franchisee operations. A recent decision out of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern…
Between tariffs, substantial investments in AI and data centers, persistent inflation, rising unemployment, and geopolitical and policy changes and developments, many sectors within the U.S. and global economy are facing uncertainty, which has led to a 10% year-over-year increase in overall U.S. bankruptcy filings. In this environment, businesses invariably find themselves having to adjust and react to the business distress…
