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Beginning a New Artificial Intelligence Series - Episode 118
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Beginning a New Artificial Intelligence Series – Episode 118
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. In 2024, episodes of Bite Size CPD will be grouped into more detailed inspections of important themes for lawyers. This week, the first series is introduced on one of the biggest emerging issues: artificial intelligence.
Why Your Firm Needs A Document Management System - Episode 116
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Why Your Firm Needs A Document Management System – Episode 116
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Law firms could not exist without documents, but administering them is often random and disorganized. A document management system can be a big advantage and this episode looks at some features which can help.
Upping Your AI Prompting - Episode 114
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Upping Your AI Prompting – Episode 114
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. In only a year, AI prompting has gone from something nobody had heard of to an important skill for lawyers. In this episode, we look at how to improve research results through
Locked Down Devices - Episode 111
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Locked Down Devices – Episode 111
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. In a previous episode we reviewed good security practices for mobile devices, but some lawyers have extra requirements imposed by their organizations. We look at some of those complications and how they can be managed.
The Risks of AI - Episode 109
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The Risks of AI – Episode 109
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Artificial intelligence hasn't reached Skynet capabilities - yet - but there are still many things lawyers must be aware of when employing AI tools. There are benefits to using the technology, but this episode looks at the care necessary to manage the downsides.
Word Styles - Episode 106
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Word Styles – Episode 106
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes. In our never ending quest for efficiency, we can sometimes overlook the obvious things which already exist in our software. Formatting Styles are a great example of this, and in this episode we look at how they work with Microsoft Word.
Measuring Marketing Effectiveness - Episode 103
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Measuring Marketing Effectiveness – Episode 103
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes. Marketing is essential for all businesses, law offices included, but is it really working? This week's Bite Size Video delves into how to measure the effectiveness of your promotional activities
Laptops for Lawyers - Episode 102
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Laptops for Lawyers – Episode 102
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. We continue with our summary of the features you need to look for when buying a PC, particularly a laptop. Join Craig Zawada, K.C. as he discusses some of the important specs to look for.
Laptops for Lawyers - Episode 101
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Laptops for Lawyers – Episode 101
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Shopping for a new PC for your office but need some help in navigating the choices? Don't worry, this episode of Bite Size CPD will help you start your journey.
OneNote for Meetings - Episode 100
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OneNote for Meetings – Episode 100
Qualifies for 6 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. There are much more efficient ways of tracking meeting information than piles of paper. One option is Microsoft OneNote, and in this video we cover a few of its features which help capture meeting details.
Save Time With Keyboard Shortcuts - Episode 98
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Save Time With Keyboard Shortcuts – Episode 98
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Mouse clicks are the norm in today's PC software, but learning keyboard shortcuts can supercharge your efficiency. Join Craig Zawada, K.C. as he discusses some of the keyboard commands beyond Ctrl-C and Ctrl-V.
Spam Signals - Episode 97
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Spam Signals – Episode 97
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. We are all sick of email spam, but it's not going away and vigilance remains the watchword. This week we highlight some of the clues to watch for when scanning your inbox for these unwanted messages.
Artificial Intelligence Tools for Lawyers Part 2 - Episode 94
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Artificial Intelligence Tools for Lawyers Part 2 – Episode 94
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Last week we started looking at the expanding list of tools aimed at helping lawyers use artificial intelligence in their practices. This episode highlights more products, including several aimed directly at legal service.
AI Tools for Lawyers - Episode 93
07:23
AI Tools for Lawyers – Episode 93
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. If you have played with ChatGPT or its variants, you might have been excited or terrified. Either way, the technology will significantly change how lawyers work. In part 1 of this series, we introduce a few of the artificial intelligence tools you can start using today.
Email Tricks - Episode 91
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Email Tricks – Episode 91
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Email remains the dominant form of written communication for lawyers, so it makes sense to adopt shortcuts to save time and improve efficiency. In this episode of Bite Size CPD, we highlight some tips to apply to your own email workflow.
Resilience - Social Media - Episode 90
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Resilience – Social Media – Episode 90
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes. Like the internet itself, social media mixes usefulness and problems. One of the downsides is mental wellness issues, and in this episode, we look at ways of reducing social media's potential harm
Protecting Your Mobile Devices - Episode 89
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Protecting Your Mobile Devices – Episode 89
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Losing an expensive phone or laptop is bad enough, but the information lost can be worse. Join us as we review ways to prevent losing devices and data.
The Benefits of a NAS - Episode 88
07:52
The Benefits of a NAS – Episode 88
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Network attached storage devices sound complicated but they can actually simplify your networking needs at the office or home. In this episode we dig into what a NAS is and how to use one for file needs and more.
Modernizing Your File Management - Episode 85
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Modernizing Your File Management – Episode 85
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  While our reliance on paper documents is drastically declining, we often apply the same old tools to electronic materials. This can be inefficient, and in this episode of Bite Size CPD we highlight how you should treat digital materials differently.
Lessons From The LastPass Breach - Episode 84
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Lessons From The LastPass Breach – Episode 84
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  One of the most popular password managers, LastPass, suffered a serious breach in 2022. Even if you were not using this program, the breach provides some valuable lessons to apply to your own cybersecurity.
Are You Using The Most Secure 2FA? - Episode 81
06:43
Are You Using The Most Secure 2FA? – Episode 81
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Multi-factor/two factor authentication is one of the best ways of locking down your accounts against attackers. But some forms are weaker than others, and this episode of Bite Size CPD discusses how to maximize your protection.
How Private Are Your Communications? - Episode 80
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How Private Are Your Communications? – Episode 80
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. A surprising number of people and computers both inside and outside your control can see internet messages. Make sure you are letting clients and employees know of the risks.
Should Lawyers Fear ChatGPT? - Episode 79
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Should Lawyers Fear ChatGPT? – Episode 79
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  You may already be tired of ChatGPT hype, but it, and similar tech, will undoubtedly change how lawyers practice. This episode looks at the impact of AI generated content on, and in competition with, the legal profession.
Safely Discarding Electronic Hardware - Episode 73
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Safely Discarding Electronic Hardware – Episode 73
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Just about every electronic device stores information - including client data you are supposed to be protecting. This episode of Bite Size CPD highlights how to recognize and destroy unneeded info.
Avoiding Death by PowerPoint - Episode 71
06:52
Avoiding Death by PowerPoint – Episode 71
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes. PowerPoint - easy to use and misuse. In this week's Bite Size CPD we look at ways to make presentations engaging instead of eye-watering.
Manage Your Notes With Notion - Episode 69
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Manage Your Notes With Notion – Episode 69
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. A searchable workspace that's easy to use? Notion might be just the tool you have been looking for to manage quick notes, tasks and much more.
4 Things to do BEFORE Ransomware Strikes - Episode 68
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4 Things to do BEFORE Ransomware Strikes – Episode 68
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Modern ransomware makes it hard to apply fixes after an attack. So improve your odds by doing a few simple things before there is a breach.
Why Google Business Profiles Matter - Episode 65
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Why Google Business Profiles Matter – Episode 65
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes.  Anything you can do to attract eyeballs to your firm's website helps your marketing, and Google Business Profiles is one of the easiest ways to drive extra traffic. For this episode of Bite Size CPD, we dive into how to get started with this Google feature, and tips on effectively managing your profile.
Things To Do (or Avoid) on Social Media - Episode 64
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Things To Do (or Avoid) on Social Media – Episode 64
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Social media offers undeniable advantages for lawyers, but it is also full of things to stay away from. In this episode of Bite Size CPD, we look at how to keep yourself on the right side of this technology.
The Common Trap That Can Take You Off The Internet - Episode 63
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The Common Trap That Can Take You Off The Internet – Episode 63
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Your website's address is obviously vital for people finding you on the Net. But there is a surprisingly common problem that puts your domain name outside your control. This week's episode looks at how it happens, and how to avoid it.
What you don't know about unstructured data can hurt you - Episode 62
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What you don’t know about unstructured data can hurt you – Episode 62
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  You may have never thought about what unstructured data is, but unfortunately it can be a security risk which threatens your firm's existence. This episode of Bite Size CPD explains what unstructured data is, and why you need to check your own information handling.
Picking Your Best Social Media Platform - Episode 60
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Picking Your Best Social Media Platform – Episode 60
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes.  Whether you love or hate social media, it's hard to argue that it can be an effective marketing tool. In this episode, we look at some of the major platforms so you can find the best one to fit your ideal clients.
Fixing Those PC Annoyances with PowerToys - Episode 57
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Fixing Those PC Annoyances with PowerToys – Episode 57
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  We all run into little bottlenecks on our PC, but we either just live with them, or don't realize there are solutions. Microsoft's PowerToys for Windows can solve some of those problems, and this episode of Bite Size CPD shows how you can easily employ it.
How To Use A Password Manager - Episode 56
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How To Use A Password Manager – Episode 56
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Password managers are the easiest way of ensuring strong passwords are used while maintaining convenience. In this episode of Bite Size CPD, we look at how a typical password manager works and how to get started.
Magically Organize Your Scanned Materials - Episode 55
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Magically Organize Your Scanned Materials – Episode 55
Qualifies for 6 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Scanning is easy, but organizing the resulting electronic files is more time consuming. What if your Windows or Mac computer could do this automatically for you? In this episode of Bite Size CPD, we show you how.
Leading Technology Change #2 - Episode 53
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Leading Technology Change #2 – Episode 53
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Last week we examined some common leadership styles to see how they fit with adopting new technology. Our series continues this week with a dive into specific steps to maximize the support and success of your tech changes.
Leading Technology Change #1 - Episode 52
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Leading Technology Change #1 – Episode 52
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Although technology is essential to a law practice, introducing new tech can be difficult. In the first of two episodes, we look at different leadership styles and how they affect the adoption of new processes and equipment.
Coding for Lawyers - Episode 51
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Coding for Lawyers – Episode 51
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  Computer programming by lawyers may seem an odd combination, but the principles of coding are actually very similar to how lawyers work. In this episode of Bite Size CPD, Craig Zawada explains how understanding a few coding concepts can improve a lawyer's skills.
Project & Task Management Aids - Episode 50
06:38
Project & Task Management Aids – Episode 50
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Efficient task management is not only an essential loss prevention tool, but helps get work done faster and better. We look at some of the traditional and emerging software which will improve your practice.
Beyond The Telephone - Episode 49
06:35
Beyond The Telephone – Episode 49
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  The telephone has had a pretty good run, but more and more, calls are handled through apps. These alternatives offer some advantages, but also introduce risks. We discuss them in this episode of Bite Size CPD.
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