Podcast appearances and mentions of debbie foster

It's tradition, y'all! Dennis, Tom, and Debbie Foster are together again for their year-end Pardon the Interruption podcast episode. Beginning with “Toss-Up”, they take on opposing views on legal tech issues (GenAI, collaboration, adoption, etc.). For their “What's the Word?” segment, they choose the best descriptors for 2024's trending tech, and then finish up with “Hot or Not?” to rank current tech offerings. Tom is rumored to be the favorite in this year's matchup—can he retain his crown? As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's tradition, y'all! Dennis, Tom, and Debbie Foster are together again for their year-end Pardon the Interruption podcast episode. Beginning with “Toss-Up”, they take on opposing views on legal tech issues (GenAI, collaboration, adoption, etc.). For their “What's the Word?” segment, they choose the best descriptors for 2024's trending tech, and then finish up with “Hot or Not?” to rank current tech offerings. Tom is rumored to be the favorite in this year's matchup—can he retain his crown? As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Technology and automation are vital when it comes to helping a new firm blossom in today's environment. Guest Kellam Parks started out in a relatively large firm after law school, but his desire to go paperless and incorporate technology drove him to launch a solo practice that has grown to a three offices in the Virginia Beach area. The firm, Parks Zeigler PLCC, incorporates technologies from case preparation to presentation and to create seamless communication channels among attorneys, staff, and clients.  Parks and his partner grew the firm and expanded into new locations and specialties by inviting like minded attorneys with a book of business who may not be happy in their current situation to join the firm.  Learn how a practice management system and outside professionals can help you manage and direct your success. Your time is best used practicing law, don't be afraid to reach out to professionals for help, from tech administration to financial management, to coaching. Don't be afraid to join professional groups, get involved, and learn from other attorneys who have been there and done that. If you're a new solo interested in growing your firm, you can't miss this episode.  Questions or ideas about solo and small practices? Drop us a line at NewSolo@legaltalknetwork.com   Topics: Technology can be a critical part of your firm. It creates efficiencies, encourages collaboration, improves cybersecurity, and builds your business (and yes, you can do this) Pay for professional help when you need it. You might be a great attorney, but you can't do everything. Recognize when you're doing so well that you need a professional, whether that's a technology consultant or a financial officer or tax pro. When you've done all you can getting your firm up and running and don't know how to take the next step, consider hiring a business coach, someone who can help you recognize opportunities and chart your path forward.    Mentioned in This Episode: Previously on Legal Talk Network, Digital Detectives, “ Cybersecurity: Getting to Good for the Small Law Firm” “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business,” by Gino Wickman Stephanie Everett, “The Lawyerist” The Lawyerist Affinity Consulting EOS Worldwide Previously on New Solo, guest Debbie Foster, “Winning the Battle: When It's Time to Modernize but There's One Holdout” Previously on New Solo, guest Ernie “The Attorney” Svenson, “Ernie The Attorney: A Tech Whisperer Shares His Legal Tech Secrets” Ernie's Inner Circle Ernie The Attorney Caret Legal Microsoft 365 for Business Lawmatics Adobe HotDocs legal documents Dialpad VoIP Lawyer on the Beach, Facebook 1Password, password manager SentinelOne cybersecurity Virginia State Bar Special Committee “Technology and the Future Practice of Law” Florida Bar Association Clio Cloud Conference 2025 Clio Legal Trends Report

Technology and automation are vital when it comes to helping a new firm blossom in today's environment. Guest Kellam Parks started out in a relatively large firm after law school, but his desire to go paperless and incorporate technology drove him to launch a solo practice that has grown to a three offices in the Virginia Beach area. The firm, Parks Zeigler PLCC, incorporates technologies from case preparation to presentation and to create seamless communication channels among attorneys, staff, and clients.  Parks and his partner grew the firm and expanded into new locations and specialties by inviting like minded attorneys with a book of business who may not be happy in their current situation to join the firm.  Learn how a practice management system and outside professionals can help you manage and direct your success. Your time is best used practicing law, don't be afraid to reach out to professionals for help, from tech administration to financial management, to coaching. Don't be afraid to join professional groups, get involved, and learn from other attorneys who have been there and done that. If you're a new solo interested in growing your firm, you can't miss this episode.  Questions or ideas about solo and small practices? Drop us a line at NewSolo@legaltalknetwork.com   Topics: Technology can be a critical part of your firm. It creates efficiencies, encourages collaboration, improves cybersecurity, and builds your business (and yes, you can do this) Pay for professional help when you need it. You might be a great attorney, but you can't do everything. Recognize when you're doing so well that you need a professional, whether that's a technology consultant or a financial officer or tax pro. When you've done all you can getting your firm up and running and don't know how to take the next step, consider hiring a business coach, someone who can help you recognize opportunities and chart your path forward.    Mentioned in This Episode: Previously on Legal Talk Network, Digital Detectives, “ Cybersecurity: Getting to Good for the Small Law Firm” “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business,” by Gino Wickman Stephanie Everett, “The Lawyerist” The Lawyerist Affinity Consulting EOS Worldwide Previously on New Solo, guest Debbie Foster, “Winning the Battle: When It's Time to Modernize but There's One Holdout” Previously on New Solo, guest Ernie “The Attorney” Svenson, “Ernie The Attorney: A Tech Whisperer Shares His Legal Tech Secrets” Ernie's Inner Circle Ernie The Attorney Caret Legal Microsoft 365 for Business Lawmatics Adobe HotDocs legal documents Dialpad VoIP Lawyer on the Beach, Facebook 1Password, password manager SentinelOne cybersecurity Virginia State Bar Special Committee “Technology and the Future Practice of Law” Florida Bar Association Clio Cloud Conference 2025 Clio Legal Trends Report Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special and final episode of the Powerful Leaders No Apologies podcast, Debbie Foster and season 1 co-host Beth Thompson reflect on the inspiring journey of the 44-episode series, celebrating trailblazing women in leadership and legal tech. Sharing memorable moments, powerful lessons on leadership, and the importance of networking, while reminiscing about the show's origins and evolution. As Season 2 wraps-there are exciting things to come in 2025!   Check out the show notes for this episode on our website.   Connect with us: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

In this episode Debbie Foster reconnects with Matt Homann for a follow-up conversation focused on reimagining the practice of law. They discuss the challenges law firms face in innovating outdated business models, particularly around billing, compensation, and talent retention. Matt shares insights from his past work on legal innovation, emphasizing the need for law firms to move away from the billable hour model and embrace strategies that enhance client value and internal efficiency.   Check out the show notes for this episode on our website.   Connect with us: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Debbie Foster, CEO of Affinity Consulting, can build relationships with even the most challenging personalities. She is a nationally recognized thought leader on people, strategy, efficiency, and innovation in professional legal organizations. Her first project involving increased efficiency and change management came when she computerized the ordering system in a fine dining restaurant in 1994. She then underwent her first culture project, managing a dry cleaning store chain in 1995. Currently, Debbie consults with law firms across the country, helping them solve their most challenging issues. With more than 20 years of experience, she works with legal firms and departments to help them build a future-proof organization and navigate the ever-changing legal services delivery landscape. She's also very active in the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) and the law practice division of the American Bar Association. WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE ABOUT LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN LAW FIRMS “Grow and evolve, or get left behind.” That popular sentiment rings true for both people and organizations. The legal industry is evolving, and law firms must adapt to stay relevant. Leadership development is crucial, and law firms must intentionally cultivate skills and curiosity in their leaders. In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge podcast, Elise Holtzman sits down with Debbie Foster, CEO of Affinity Consulting, to talk about the importance of understanding the changing legal landscape and overcoming challenges in leadership and talent retention. Debbie will discuss the difference between leadership and management, the role of vulnerability in leadership, taking small but impactful actions as a leader, and more! 1:36 - How Debbie's career evolved from selling computers to lawyers to becoming a leader in legal industry transformation 9:04 - What needs to happen in law firms to help with growth and success in management, leadership, and talent retention 14:54 - What law firms should do to help cultivate leadership and management in the people working for their organization 18:34 - Generational differences that exist in workplace expectations and leadership styles 21:05 - How management differs from leadership and why you need to understand the role of each in your law firm 25:31 - What you can do to prepare for the future if you're not currently in a leadership or management role 29:56 - The importance of intentionality and vulnerability in personal and professional growth 36:01 - The kind of micro relationship-building tactics available to you every day MENTIONED IN THE IMPORTANCE OF LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN LAW FIRMS Affinity Consulting | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter/X The Leader Factor podcast (previously Culture By Design) Simon Sinek “Developing Rainmakers: The Key to a Thriving Law Practice with Elise Holtzman” | Powerful Leaders, No Apologies podcast Get Connected with The Coaching Team at hello@thelawyersedge.com The Lawyer's Edge SPONSOR FOR THIS EPISODE… Today's episode is brought to you by the coaching team at The Lawyer's Edge, a training and coaching firm which has been focused exclusively on lawyers and law firms since 2008.  Each member of The Lawyer's Edge coaching team is a trained, certified, and experienced professional coach AND either a former practicing attorney or a former law firm marketing and business development professional. Whatever your professional objectives, our coaches can help you achieve your goals more quickly, more easily, and with significantly less stress.  To get connected with YOUR coach, just email the team at hello@thelawyersedge.com

Guest Debbie Foster is the CEO at Affinity Consulting, delivering custom business strategies for legal teams. With her years of experience helping law firms modernize, she explains how to overcome internal roadblocks to modernizing. How do you recognize, and overcome, bottlenecks? It comes down to how people, often unintentionally, keep firms from using the best available new tech. It can be anyone from top leadership to support staff. But by understanding the reluctance, you can win them over.   The world of legal tech offers myriad solutions. True they cost money, but that should never hold a firm back if there's ROI on the other side. Modernizing a firm's tech can advance a firm, create efficiencies, and push the firm ahead. But fear of the unknown, and not understanding an investment's potential, even if that's coming from a single person, can hold everyone else back.  Hear how “absolute clarity” and a laser focus on what your firm needs can clear those roadblocks by helping you explain exactly what solutions you need and how new tech will meet them. Fear and uncertainty are the enemy. Start with defining a problem, then educate everyone on how a solution will solve it and how you will support the adoption process. Questions or ideas about solo and small practices? Drop us a line at NewSolo@legaltalknetwork.com   Topics: Today's legal tech is getting better, and faster, and more efficient. But sometimes a “this is how we've always done it” from a single person – anyone from a managing partner to a bookkeeper – can block upgrades. Don't let one person hold back an entire firm. Hear how it all starts with identifying a problem and helping your “human roadblocks” overcome their concerns and get onboard.   Fear of the unknown is real. Fear of looking “dumb” in the face of a tech upgrade is real. Fear of overspending is real. Empathize. Educate. Elevate. Help those resisters feel empowered and excited.  Mentioned in This Episode: Ben Schorr, LinkedIn Microsoft Designer Microsoft Bookings “Legal 3.Oh!” podcast archives Affinity Consulting “Pardon the Interruption: 2023 Edition,” Kennedy-Mighell Report “Prioritizing Progress: Building a Roadmap for 2024, with Debbie Foster,” Lawyerist Podcast

Guest Debbie Foster is the CEO at Affinity Consulting, delivering custom business strategies for legal teams. With her years of experience helping law firms modernize, she explains how to overcome internal roadblocks to modernizing. How do you recognize, and overcome, bottlenecks? It comes down to how people, often unintentionally, keep firms from using the best available new tech. It can be anyone from top leadership to support staff. But by understanding the reluctance, you can win them over.   The world of legal tech offers myriad solutions. True they cost money, but that should never hold a firm back if there's ROI on the other side. Modernizing a firm's tech can advance a firm, create efficiencies, and push the firm ahead. But fear of the unknown, and not understanding an investment's potential, even if that's coming from a single person, can hold everyone else back.  Hear how “absolute clarity” and a laser focus on what your firm needs can clear those roadblocks by helping you explain exactly what solutions you need and how new tech will meet them. Fear and uncertainty are the enemy. Start with defining a problem, then educate everyone on how a solution will solve it and how you will support the adoption process. Questions or ideas about solo and small practices? Drop us a line at NewSolo@legaltalknetwork.com   Topics: Today's legal tech is getting better, and faster, and more efficient. But sometimes a “this is how we've always done it” from a single person – anyone from a managing partner to a bookkeeper – can block upgrades. Don't let one person hold back an entire firm. Hear how it all starts with identifying a problem and helping your “human roadblocks” overcome their concerns and get onboard.   Fear of the unknown is real. Fear of looking “dumb” in the face of a tech upgrade is real. Fear of overspending is real. Empathize. Educate. Elevate. Help those resisters feel empowered and excited.  Mentioned in This Episode: Ben Schorr, LinkedIn Microsoft Designer Microsoft Bookings “Legal 3.Oh!” podcast archives Affinity Consulting “Pardon the Interruption: 2023 Edition,” Kennedy-Mighell Report “Prioritizing Progress: Building a Roadmap for 2024, with Debbie Foster,” Lawyerist Podcast

In this episode, Debbie Foster celebrates the legacy of Susan L. French by highlighting the impact of the Emerging Leader Fellowship Program. Fellows Erica Brundage and Joanna Hurt share their experiences, insights, and the personal and professional growth they've achieved through the program, underscoring the importance of leadership, community, and mentorship within the ALA.    Check out the show notes for this episode on our website.   Connect with us: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Debbie Foster interviews Felice Duffy, founder of Duffy Law LLC, about her journey from fighting for gender equity in sports to leading her own law firm specializing in Title IX cases. Felice shares her inspiring story of breaking barriers, advocating for women's rights, and navigating her career with resilience and integrity.   Check out the show notes for this episode on our website.   Connect with us: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Debbie Foster engages with Christy Burke, a trailblazer in the legal tech industry. From early experiences in her family's business to founding her own successful PR and marketing agency, Christy shares invaluable insights and anecdotes, offering a glimpse into the evolving landscape of legal tech entrepreneurship.   Check out the show notes for this episode on our website.   Connect with us: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Welcome to the Powerful Leaders, No Apologies podcast. In this quick introduction to season two of the show, Debbie Foster lets you know what's changed since wrapping up season one and what you can expect from the show this season.

Discover how modern tools and strategic approaches can revolutionize your law firm's efficiency and accuracy. Join my next guest, Debbie Foster of Affinity Consulting Group, as we explore innovative solutions and receive expert insights from industry leader Debbie Foster to help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving legal landscape! Debbie is a seasoned expert with 23 years at Affinity, where she excels in strategic project management, team leadership, and client relations. Her career began in 1994, revolutionizing efficiency in a fine-dining Italian restaurant and managing cultural change in a chain of dry-cleaning stores. With a background as an emergency medical technician, Debbie's exceptional triage skills and her superpower of building relationships with challenging personalities make her an invaluable asset. She thrives on working with her team to achieve strategic goals, ensuring remarkable client experiences and a positive workplace culture. Join Debbie and me as we discuss the following three questions and more. What are the top three areas where attorneys are underprepared with their firm software needs? What are the top three software utility programs that lawyers should use? What are the top three areas of legal practice that need more innovation, and what should an average attorney do? In our conversation, we cover the following: [00:51] A Peek into Debbie's Tech Setup [03:27] Three Key Software Areas Where Attorneys Often Fall Short [12:13] Top Three Software Utility Programs Every Lawyer Should Use [20:22] Top Three Areas of Legal Practice Needing Innovation and How Attorneys Can Address Them Resources: Connect with Debbie: Email: 

No attorney wants to think about what happens when they stop practicing, but it's crucial to have those conversations now. Debbie Foster, Partner at Affinity Consulting, joined Legal Management Talk to discuss how to bring up those difficult conversations and why it's important to not only your firm, but your clients, to have a solid plan in place in case a lawyer retires or has to stop working.Speaker Bio:Debbie Foster is a nationally recognized thought leader on management, efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Her 20-plus years of experience — combined with a mix of strategic management and strong leadership skills — has enabled her to work with law firms and legal departments to help them navigate the ever-changing legal services delivery landscape. Foster has been working with law firms and legal departments since 1995, earned her Lean Six Sigma Certification and is relied on by firms all over the country as a management consultant.

The year-end tradition returns! Dennis and Tom welcome Debbie Foster for their annual Pardon the Interruption episode. This year, the trio play “Toss-Up”––debating opposing sides on legal tech issues, “What's the word?”––a fill-in-the-blank for trending tech topics, and “Hot or not?”––categorizing the coolness of 2023's legal tech trends. As yet undefeated in this yearly battle, will Tom retain his champion status for another year? Listen in to find out.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.

The year-end tradition returns! Dennis and Tom welcome Debbie Foster for their annual Pardon the Interruption episode. This year, the trio play “Toss-Up”––debating opposing sides on legal tech issues, “What's the word?”––a fill-in-the-blank for trending tech topics, and “Hot or not?”––categorizing the coolness of 2023's legal tech trends. As yet undefeated in this yearly battle, will Tom retain his champion status for another year? Listen in to find out.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.

Ready to start the new year off with new goals and priorities for your firm? Maybe you're not sure how to get started or you suffer from biting off more than you can chew. In this episode, Stephanie talks with Affinity's CEO and Strategic Consultant Extraordinaire Debbie Foster about how to plan and achieve more success in 2024.   Links from the episode:   If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free!  Thanks to   Posh Virtual Receptionists, NetDocuments & LawPay. for sponsoring this episode.  

Ready to start the new year off with new goals and priorities for your firm? Maybe you're not sure how to get started or you suffer from biting off more than you can chew. In this episode, Stephanie talks with Affinity's CEO and Strategic Consultant Extraordinaire Debbie Foster about how to plan and achieve more success in 2024.   Links from the episode:   If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free!  Thanks to Posh Virtual Receptionists, NetDocuments & LawPay. for sponsoring this episode. 

Beth interviews Debbie and discovers her leadership superpower and how she decided early on to switch her career focus to law firms and never wavered.   Check out the show notes for this episode on our website.   Connect with us: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Debbie Foster, managing partner at Affinity Consulting, joins Stephanie to share some big news. They detail how to best prepare your team for a merger through honesty and open communication. And outline ways to make a merger easier, whether two businesses are combining or a single partner is coming on board.  Links from the episode: Affinity Consulting Powerful Leaders Podcast If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, & Documate for sponsoring this episode.

Debbie Foster, managing partner at Affinity Consulting, joins Stephanie to share some big news. They detail how to best prepare your team for a merger through honesty and open communication. And outline ways to make a merger easier, whether two businesses are combining or a single partner is coming on board.  Links from the episode: Affinity Consulting Powerful Leaders Podcast If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, & Documate for sponsoring this episode.

If you know you know… will there be another Tom-a-riffic victory? Debbie Foster is back for Dennis and Tom's legal technology year-in-review. The trio use their traditional “Pardon the Interruption”-inspired format to review legal tech developments in 2022. Tune in for their thoughts on the most important tech for lawyers, workflows and automation, favorite collaboration tools, the archaic tech you need to leave behind, and much, much more! Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.

If you know you know… will there be another Tom-a-riffic victory? Debbie Foster is back for Dennis and Tom's legal technology year-in-review. The trio use their traditional “Pardon the Interruption”-inspired format to review legal tech developments in 2022. Tune in for their thoughts on the most important tech for lawyers, workflows and automation, favorite collaboration tools, the archaic tech you need to leave behind, and much, much more! Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.

Thoughts on Les and Alex wedding. Part one - Our whole Snow Day crew plus guest host Debbie Foster at the wedding Then Bruce and Les one on one a week later. With bonus content from some wedding guests. @snowdaypod snowdaypod@gmail.com f/b Snow Day Pod

Dennis and Tom's new book, “The Lawyer's Guide to Collaboration Tools & Technologies: Work From Home Edition,” is available now! Debbie Foster hosts this episode to chat with Dennis and Tom about their writing process for this new edition and specific tools lawyers need to make the most of modern legal practice.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes - Kennedy-Mighell Report #323 A Segment: Debbie Foster Interviews Dennis and Tom The Lawyer's Guide to Collaboration Tools & Technologies: Work From Home Edition https://www.americanbar.org/products/inv/book/424883450/ B Segment: Interview, Part II  Parting Shots: Calendly - https://calendly.com/  Law Department Innovation Library - https://www.ldilibrary.com 

Dennis and Tom's new book, “The Lawyer's Guide to Collaboration Tools & Technologies: Work From Home Edition,” is available now! Debbie Foster hosts this episode to chat with Dennis and Tom about their writing process for this new edition and specific tools lawyers need to make the most of modern legal practice.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes - Kennedy-Mighell Report #323 A Segment: Debbie Foster Interviews Dennis and Tom The Lawyer's Guide to Collaboration Tools & Technologies: Work From Home Edition https://www.americanbar.org/products/inv/book/424883450/ B Segment: Interview, Part II  Parting Shots: Calendly - https://calendly.com/  Law Department Innovation Library - https://www.ldilibrary.com 

In today's world, purchasing technology is no longer a sure fire way to solve a business problem. In addition to the right technology you need to have the right people, following the right process and leveraging the right technology to solve the complex business problems law firms are facing. But how do you connect these three concepts within your organizations? Listen to this discussion with Rachel Shields Williams from Sidley Austin and Debbie Foster from Affinity Consulting Group. Questions Rachel will ask Debbie: · What is the secret to connecting people, process and technology in today's modern law firm. · Is there one part of the “People, Process, and Technology” that leaders should focus on more? Or do you see people focus one more than the other? · Common pit falls when trying to connect the dots? · What is one piece of advice that you would give to anyone trying to connect the dots? Moderator: @Rachel Shields Williams - Director, Knowledge Management, Sidley Austin LLP Speaker: @Debbie Foster - Partner, Affinity Consulting Group Recorded on 09-19-2022

I spoke with Debbie Foster, the managing partner of Affinity Consulting, a company focused on optimizing law firm performance. We discussed why efficiency, productivity, and profitability have become a focal point for leaders in legal, the technology applications that have the greatest impact on a law firm's success, and the Lemonade virtual conference.

I spoke with Debbie Foster, the managing partner of Affinity Consulting, a company focused on optimizing law firm performance. We discussed why efficiency, productivity, and profitability have become a focal point for leaders in legal, the technology applications that have the greatest impact on a law firm's success, and the Lemonade virtual conference.

Through her 25-year efforts, Debbie Foster has forged the model of what a Legal Tech should be.Her company Affinity Consulting and her awesome colleagues have and always will set the standard of what every Legal Technology Consultant should strive towards.Without question, she and her partners has helped more lawyers and legal professionals than any other.From legal billing, accounting, practice management, document management softwares to law firm management consultant, CLEs and law firm retreat facilitator her down-to-earth approach in improving law firm efficiency, productivity and profitability is without question the best in the industry.Join us in recognizing Debbie's great job:https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbiefoster/Watch our past shows: https://www.youtube.com/NoLawFirmLeftBehind/Listen to our Podcast: https://www.splice.net/podcasts/

For this Legalweek 2022 day two mixtape, I was fortunate to speak with Ryan Anderson of Filevine, Dan Berlin of TABS3, Ian Campbell of iCONECT, Debbie Foster of Affinity Consulting, Steve Goldstein of Squire Patton Boggs, Eric Gonzales of Epiq, Anil Kona of Ligl, Matt Mahon at Trustpoint.One, Soumya Nettimi of Paradigm, Memme Onwudiwe of Evisort, Steve Schley of ContractPodAi, Joey Seeber of Level Legal, Danny Thankachan of Blank Rome, and Nick Whitehouse of Onit.

For this Legalweek 2022 day two mixtape, I was fortunate to speak with Ryan Anderson of Filevine, Dan Berlin of TABS3, Ian Campbell of iCONECT, Debbie Foster of Affinity Consulting, Steve Goldstein of Squire Patton Boggs, Eric Gonzales of Epiq, Anil Kona of Ligl, Matt Mahon at Trustpoint.One, Soumya Nettimi of Paradigm, Memme Onwudiwe of Evisort, Steve Schley of ContractPodAi, Joey Seeber of Level Legal, Danny Thankachan of Blank Rome, and Nick Whitehouse of Onit.

Debbie Foster joins Dennis and Tom once again for their yearly “Pardon the Interruption”-esque recap. The trio examine oodles of issues and advancements (or lack thereof) in both legal tech and the profession in general. And, miraculously, even though there seems to be no recognizable competition going on, Tom wins the day!  Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.   Special thanks to our sponsors, Colonial Surety Company, ServeNow, and Nota.

Debbie Foster joins Dennis and Tom once again for their yearly “Pardon the Interruption”-esque recap. The trio examine oodles of issues and advancements (or lack thereof) in both legal tech and the profession in general. And, miraculously, even though there seems to be no recognizable competition going on, Tom wins the day!  Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.   Special thanks to our sponsors, Colonial Surety Company, ServeNow, and Nota.

Ciaran's guest on this episode of 'In Lockdown With...' is disability activist Lee Ellery. Lee started out as part of the 'Rising Stars Theatre Company,' where he performed in many productions, before seeking a career in disability activism. Lee has been a part of Swansea Youth Forum, and Funky Dragon, the young people's National Assembly for Wales. Lee has also co-written a report with Debbie Foster of Cardiff University, outlining the barriers that disabled people have faced during the Coronavirus pandemic 

The Backyard Naturalists is a new podcast featuring Debbie Foster and Laurie Horne about nature in your yard.  We'll be exploring native plants, bats, certified wildlife habitats, snakes, pollinators, hummingbirds, owls, preferred foods for birds, bird feeders for certain species, how to deter unwanted guests and much more!

As we come to the 18-month mark of this pandemic, Dennis and Tom feel it's time to take a look at how legal tech has progressed throughout this crazy time. They welcome returning guest Debbie Foster to get her real-world perspective on how law firms have—or haven't—adapted their practices to embrace technology.  Later, on “Hot or Not?”, Dennis, Tom, and Debbie offer competing views on whether Salesforce is a good platform for law firms.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Special thanks to our sponsors, Colonial Surety Company, ServeNow, and Nota. Mentioned In This Episode: A Segment: On the Ground Status Update from Debbie Foster B Segment: Hot or Not Salesforce.com - https://www.salesforce.com Litify - https://www.litify.com  Parting Shots: Things I want - https://techiwant.com/ Motion - https://www.usemotion.com/ Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD - https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Essential-Portable-High-Capacity/dp/B07SQ5MQ6K

As we come to the 18-month mark of this pandemic, Dennis and Tom feel it's time to take a look at how legal tech has progressed throughout this crazy time. They welcome returning guest Debbie Foster to get her real-world perspective on how law firms have—or haven't—adapted their practices to embrace technology.  Later, on “Hot or Not?”, Dennis, Tom, and Debbie offer competing views on whether Salesforce is a good platform for law firms.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Special thanks to our sponsors, Colonial Surety Company, ServeNow, and Nota. Mentioned In This Episode: A Segment: On the Ground Status Update from Debbie Foster B Segment: Hot or Not Salesforce.com - https://www.salesforce.com Litify - https://www.litify.com  Parting Shots: Things I want - https://techiwant.com/ Motion - https://www.usemotion.com/ Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD - https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Essential-Portable-High-Capacity/dp/B07SQ5MQ6K

On the With Mates Podcast this week our host Andrew Grayson is joined again by Debbie Foster. They discuss the latest episode of the Disney Plus series Loki. Follow the podcast @WithMatesPod on Twitter and @WithMatesPodcast on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Andrew Grayson @Andalfthegray on Twitch, Twitter and Instagram. Make sure to follow @100FilmReviews on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Youtube.

I spoke with Debbie Foster, the managing partner of Affinity Consulting, a company focused on optimizing law firm performance. We discussed how successful law firms have maintained their operations in the pandemic, ways that they have automated and digitized their workflows, whether working remotely will remain a permanent component of legal practice, and best practices for firms that are returning to a central office.

I spoke with Debbie Foster, the managing partner of Affinity Consulting, a company focused on optimizing law firm performance. We discussed how successful law firms have maintained their operations in the pandemic, ways that they have automated and digitized their workflows, whether working remotely will remain a permanent component of legal practice, and best practices for firms that are returning to a central office.

Debbie Foster is a law firm management consultant with Affinity Consulting Group. She lives in Tampa, Florida. We last spoke with Debbie on episode 8. On this episode we talk about what’s happening with Covid-19 in the US, particularly how Florida has been dealing with the issue compared to the other states. We then take a plunge into US politics including what happened with the storming of the Capitol building and the aftermath. Debbie shares her personal concerns about the country and how people are living in divided households. It’s an intriguing look into what’s happening in the US from a local perspective. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/territorystory/message

The Kennedy-Mighell Report is wrapping up the year in their traditional style! Joined once again by Debbie Foster, Dennis and Tom recap 2020 with “Pardon the Interruption”-style segments, including Toss Up, What’s the Word, and their very own Buzzword Bingo. They exchange views on many of the latest hot topics in legal, hashing out COVID-era changes, rapid tech adoption, access to justice, and much more. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

The Kennedy-Mighell Report is wrapping up the year in their traditional style! Joined once again by Debbie Foster, Dennis and Tom recap 2020 with “Pardon the Interruption”-style segments, including Toss Up, What's the Word, and their very own Buzzword Bingo. They exchange views on many of the latest hot topics in legal, hashing out COVID-era changes, rapid tech adoption, access to justice, and much more. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

Navigating challenges is part of the human condition. In this episode, our guest Debbie Foster (founder of Affinity Consulting) shares her story of how she over came her own unique challenges to step into her dream. Connect with Debbie at:https://www.affinityconsulting.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbiefoster/After the episode, be sure to connect with your hosts at:http://www.livingaheadpodcast.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivingAheadPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingaheadpodcast/Kelly:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.moser.180Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly_moser_/Shay:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shay.alsa.54Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shayalsahhar/Until then, KEEP LIVING AHEAD!Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

The Kennedy-Mighell Report hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell present their annual recap show in three segments inspired by ESPN's podcast “Pardon the Interruption”: Toss Up, What's the Word, and Buzzword Bingo. Joined by returning guest Debbie Foster, they cover a wealth of subjects including the impacts of growing investment in legal tech, the tools everyone should be learning about, and whether the big buzzwords in the industry are being overused. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the Managing Partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow.

The third and final part of our series. This morning, Debbie Foster suggests that while the supernatural is exciting and attractive, we must not forget that the purpose of the miracle is to deepen our relationship with our heavenly Father.

The third and final part of our series. This morning, Debbie Foster suggests that while the supernatural is exciting and attractive, we must not forget that the purpose of the miracle is to deepen our relationship with our heavenly Father.

Debbie Foster continues our series on ministering in the power of the Spirit. This morning, she looks at the way in which God expresses his compassion towards hurting people, by sending his own people to them: 'So now, go!'

Debbie Foster continues our series on ministering in the power of the Spirit. This morning, she looks at the way in which God expresses his compassion towards hurting people, by sending his own people to them: 'So now, go!'

In his inimitable way, John Wimber dialed down the hype surrounding ministry in the power of the Spirit by calling it 'doing the stuff'. This morning we start a new, three-week series on doing the stuff. Later talks will focus on the 'how', but this morning Debbie Foster asks why we should 'do the stuff'.

In his inimitable way, John Wimber dialed down the hype surrounding ministry in the power of the Spirit by calling it 'doing the stuff'. This morning we start a new, three-week series on doing the stuff. Later talks will focus on the 'how', but this morning Debbie Foster asks why we should 'do the stuff'.

This week’s podcast was recorded in Milan, Italy, where Leon was attending the Lawyers Associated Worldwide, Europe Africa and Middle East Regional Meeting. Leon took the opportunity to speak with Debbie Foster, from the Affinity Consulting Group, who was one of the presenters, about the issue of diversity and inclusion. It is a hot topic and following AJ Kulatunga’s comments on last week’s podcast about finding diversity ‘annoying’ because every initiative on diversity excluded him, it was an opportunity to take a deep dive on the topic with Debbie. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/territorystory/message

Technology competence has become an absolute necessity in the legal industry. But really — how is the profession doing with its utilization of needed legal tech? In this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell talk to Debbie Foster about her perspective on the current state of lawyers and technology. They talk about the paths forward for learning technology, and encourage lawyers to collaborate with young, tech-fluent lawyers to help them stay current. They also discuss non-tech issues in law firms and get Debbie's favorite travel tips. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Debbie Foster is the Managing Partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and TextExpander.  

Who better to talk about TECHSHOW 2018 than the chairs themselves. In this report from On The Road, host Laurence Colletti talks to Tom Mighell and Debbie Foster about all things TECHSHOW including the move to a new location, the new tracks, and the wellness programs like the twelve step meeting and the 5k. They also discuss the the year-long planning process and the biggest challenges they faced this year. Tom Mighell is a published author, noted legal technologist, and a senior consultant for Contoural, Inc. Debbie Foster is the Managing Partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.

ABA TECHSHOW 2018 is just around the corner and, for those of you who can barely contain your excitement, here's a sneak preview of what this year's conference will look like. In this episode of The Digital Edge, hosts Sharon Nelson and Jim Calloway talk to ABA TECHSHOW 2018 co-chairs Debbie Foster and Tom Mighell about this year's conference. They discuss what's new at TECHSHOW, advice for new attendees, and some of the most beloved extracurricular activities, like Taste of TECHSHOW and morning yoga sessions. Tom Mighell has been at the front lines of technology development since joining Cowles & Thompson, P.C. in 1990. He is also the co-chair of ABA TECHSHOW 2018. Debbie Foster is the managing partner of Affinity Consulting Group's Tampa Bay office. She is also the co-chair of ABA TECHSHOW 2018. Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow, Scorpion, Answer1, and Clio.

Legal Talk Network producer Laurence Colletti interviews Debbie Foster, a technology consultant for lawyers, about the practice management track at the ABA TECHSHOW in Chicago. Foster discusses using technology to make regular processes for your law firm that eliminate waste and mistakes. Debbie Foster is the managing partner of Affinity Consulting Group’s Tampa Bay office and is an active member of the ABA’s Law Practice Management Section.

Law firms are beginning to utilize Lean Six Sigma standards to improve service quality for their clients. This two-tiered approach is both paradigm and methodology aimed at increasing organizational efficiency and accuracy of work. It focuses attention and efforts toward changing those behaviors and systems that slow productivity and increase errors. On this episode of the Un-Billable Hour, host Christopher T. Anderson interviews managing consulting expert Debbie Foster from Affinity Consulting Group. Together, they discuss Lean Six Sigma and the 8 main areas where law firms are losing productivity and profitability. Tune in to learn how your firm can benefit from modern day management practices by reducing waste, down time, and much more. Debbie Foster is a Partner with the Affinity Consulting Group (ACG), where she specializes in practice management, time/billing/accounting and document management software, as well as providing technology audits for firms around the country. She has also trained hundreds of consultants around the country on software programs used in law firms and best practices when consulting on a law firm's specific technology needs. Foster is very active with State Bar Associations, a former Chair of ABA TECHSHOW, and a regular speaker on topics relating to technology, management, finance, and marketing of a law firm.

In part two of this two part series on email management on Legal 3.0h!, co-hosts and legal technology consultants, Adriana Linares and Debbie Foster, conclude their discussion on email. They will explore the intricacies of Outlook, including controlling spam and highlight “screen real estate.” Adriana and Debbie will also look at dealing with list mail and PM Software integration.

In part one of this two part series on email management on Legal3.Oh!, co-hosts and legal technology consultants, Adriana Linares and Debbie Foster, put the spotlight on email. They discuss what your email address says about you. Should you have more than one email address? Adriana and Debbie will also look at transitioning to a new email address and tips for controlling spam as well as managing the information in your inbox.

In this first edition of Legal. 3.0H!, co-hosts and legal technology consultants, Adriana Linares and Debbie Foster offer their insights that can unravel some of the complexities of technology for lawyers. Hear three good reasons why practice management software might help. Adriana and Debbie welcome special guest Dan Berlin, President of Software Technology Inc. to talk about what you need to know about practice management software and how it can work in your law firm.