How I tried to help a colleague, ended up on the “Refrigerator Door of Reproach,” and learned something about giving professional feedback.

In which the amble-aided author makes an appeal for thoughtful support.

Staying alive in mass gatherings.

Preparing to speak to an in-person and remote audience at the same time.

Being the only one doesn’t have to mean being a lonely one.

Reaching your destination with your bags and your sanity in a postpandemic world.

Remembering the unsung heroes of the 1986 Challenger space shuttle disaster.

Is it time to put some of your overly used words and phrases out to pasture?

After finishing a Big Project, find time to celebrate, and then move ahead with lessons learned. 

Fanaticism may have its place in sports, but not in politics.

In which the author proposes a videoconferencing version of the Meyers-Briggs personality test.

What to expect when encountering seven kinds of dysfunctional teammates.

When Facebook scams come disguised as friends and friendly quizzes.

The origins of the word “esquire” and whether and how attorneys should use the title today.

Looking for inspiration from within? Give yourself one of these unconventional awards.

In which Karen Erger finally talks about life as a “Karen.”

Wiping the slate clean and making things right with those to whom we’ve done wrong.

The pandemic gives us an opportunity to leave behind tired customs and habits.

The rewards of rereading your favorite books.

Observations from the pandemic.

Little lessons learned while working at home.

Videoconferencing and the new rules of virtual etiquette.

The joys of looking forward to postpandemic life.

COVID-19 related reflections on what we’ve come to know.

Turning your own cheek when dealing with all the inconsiderate people out there.

Lessons learned after nine years of working remotely.

Above all, remember the five Ps: Proper planning prevents poor performance.

Surviving the casual dress era.

Making peace with your introverted personality.

Taking breaks during the workday can make you a better lawyer.