Negotiating Data Privacy in Contracts
To enable growth while managing risk for data privacy provisions in a contract, apply the following approach: Simply, data privacy is about operating with transparency. How do I talk about transparency? “As this is a top priority for consumers, we need a clear operating framework for handling more sensitive data. When personal data is involved, […]
Negotiating Confidentiality in Contracts
To enable growth while managing risk for confidentiality, apply the following approach: Simply, confidentiality is about setting the stage for trusted communications. How do I discuss communication expectations? Our goal is to openly discuss all relevant information and know this will remain protected. How do I act on this? Use these 5 negotiation points Mutual […]
Negotiating Assignment Rights in Contracts
To enable growth while managing risk for the assignment rights provision in a contract, apply the following approach Simply, assignment rights are about working with transparency. How do I talk about transparency? “We may need to regroup if our fundamental assumptions about who is doing the work change. There are risks with this engagement that […]
No more hourly bill rates
No more hourly bill rates Hourly bill rates destroy value. True problem solving requires focus, open communication and a shared understanding of goals. Our three year old does not count the number of books we read before bedtime. She wants to read until she is satisfied. Creating value is about outcomes, not inputs. Advice without […]
Build your brand in a new role: First 90 days
Listen and deliver. Ask insightful questions with the brand of a ghost writer. You will naturally educate leadership around what a legal voice in the room is thinking – embrace this role.
General Counsel Set Direction and Earn Trust
You are 3 months into a new role and have a lot to share! You already closed your first big win and eagerly step up to share your thinking with your executive team. Start here if you have not read the post for Days 1-90.
Privacy means being proactive in 2021
Businesses need to be limber and proactive in reviewing their privacy policies to ensure that they remain current with legal changes (such as changes from opt-out to opt-in privacy notices) and that they are prepared to adapt their practices and policies to respond to new legislation, public trends, and business development. They also need to ensure […]
3 Red Flags When Engaging Legal Counsel
As with anything important to us, business leaders strive to NURTURE and PROTECT business success. Leaders are naturally inclined to add value and protect against downside legal risks. Searching for “the best” solution for legal support is never easy. Standards have been set so poorly against building value for the consumers of legal services. The […]
