In The Know with Tony Reeves

If you don't feel like you are getting the most out of your organization, maybe you are looking at things all wrong.   Take a moment to take another look at how to maximize networking within your organizations Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support .

As an attorney,  I completely understand the importance of making relationships as a business revenue generating model.  However, cultivating those relationships to the point where someone would actively think of you can be tedious and time consuming.   But the reality is that most of us have someone in our lives who are already 'gung ho' about connecting us to the right people. In this podcast, I...

Networking can be a nightmare.  If you are someone who is introverted, shy or not comfortable making idle conversation, the whole concept of networking can be a frustrating experience.   As an attorney, networking was a crucial part of relationship building, marketing, and revenue generating.   However, the act of actually engaging in networking was not something that came easy to me.   However, t...

“I’m going to sue you” is a very common phrase used in society.  However, how many people truly appreciate what it means to actually ‘sue’ someone?   Regardless of whether it is #workerscompensation, #personalinjury or suing someone for #breachofcontract, going to #court or using an administrative process can be very stressful if you don’t appreciate all of the parts of filing a law suit. In this...

Any time you involve yourself in a legal case, you normally have a desired or expected outcome.   However, there are times when you may get an outcome that resolves your case but doesn’t necessarily give you the desired result. In this video, I’m going to talk about those times when a ‘legal win’ doesn’t feel like an actual win. Remember, #mynameisreeves and make sure you comment about any of my t...

How I used an employer education program to pay for my grad schoo Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support .

Never talk yourself out of a great ide Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support .

On this podcast, we talk about what you can do to try and retain a high profile attorney  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support .

Part 1:  Sibling vs. Sibling How many of you have had your eye on something in your parent's home and your parents told you that you were going to get it when they pass?  Now, how many of you have had your parents pass with NO WILL? The reality is that if you have siblings, dealing with a parent's estate if they left no will can cause all kind of issues. Part 2:  Parent vs. Sibling How many parent...

Part 1:  Who remembers the Hard Working ''B' Student? I know we are excited about all of the students who have received scholarship money.  However, how many of us focus on the Hardworking 'B' student whose grades are good enough to get INTO college but not good enough to get a scholarship? Part 2:  Kids, COVID and Online Learning We really need to think about the reality that many kids have never...

If you hire an #attorney for the first time, you are probably shocked when you get your first invoice or billable statement.  All of the different entries regarding e-mails, faxes, calls and mailings may make you take a step back.   And if you are paying for it out of pocket, you may worry where you will get the money you need to pay for their services. In this video, I talk about the struggles of...

Your case is uniquely personal to you.  You have invested time, energy, and in some cases, money into your case.  This case is having a profound impact on your life and you want to see it to the end. Unfortunately, the facts of your #legal case may not necessarily support you having a case.  You may realize that you have gone as far as you can go.   So now, you have to make the decision to ‘drop y...

If you have hired a #lawfirm, at some point, you may make the decision to change law firms.   However, you may find yourself holding your new law firm to the same standard of your old law firms. In today’s video, I talk about what it means to ‘switch firms’ and some things you need to think about when you do decide to change law firms to represent your #legal case. Remember, #mynameisreeves and ma...

For those of you watching the #derekchauvin trial, you probably have watched the 40 witnesses #testify.   If you are ever testified, you probably realize that it is a very nerve racking experience. In this video, I give 7 basic tips to help you if you ever have to testify in a #trial, #deposition or #legal proceeding. Remember, #mynameisreeves and make sure you comment about any of my topics or le...

When you are relying on statements or evidence from other people, you may find yourself in a tough position if you are expecting them to provide something or testify to something if you DON’T know what they are going to say or provide. In this video, I talk about what it means to rely on other’s evidence to support your case. Remember, #mynameisreeves and make sure you comment about any of my topi...

With the #DerekChauvin trial wrapping up, I’m sure many people are wondering why the family of #georgefloyd have been using an #attorney.    In high profile situations, having an attorney can be useful for a variety of situations besides suing someone.  So, in this video, I talk about why having an attorney to deal with the #press can be very useful. Remember, #mynameisreeves and make sure you com...

At some point, you may have to look after your parents.  This situation can be tricky depending on the circumstances.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support .

How many of us have been asked to go with someone as moral support?  It's easy to be there for someone but sometimes we forget our roles. On today's podcast, we will talk about what it means to be there for someone as 'moral support' Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support .

At some point, you may be asked to help someone locate an attorney or you may even pay for the attorney yourself. However, it’s important to remember you may not be entitled to any information after you help them find the attorney. In this video, I talk about what you need to understand if you help someone hire an attorney. Remember, #mynameisreeves and make sure you comment about any of my topics...

How many of you have found yourself being asked to be someone’s point of contact?  Most of us have and in most situations, we are never contacted. However, for those who have, how many of you have found yourself wanting access to more information and only getting access to limited information? Today, I’m going to talk about being a #pointofcontact, what it means and how being a point of contact ma...

On this episode of “Easy but NOT so Easy”, I want to talk to you about “Power of Attorney”.    This document is a fairly common document designed to give you authority to make certain decisions on behalf of someone else.  However, it’s important to remember that #powerofattorney documents may have some limitations. Remember, #mynameisreeves and make sure you comment about any of my topics or let m...

There are going to be times when someone is in a situation where they may need your support.  Whether it’s a #powerofattorney, help hiring an #attorney, or serving as moral #support, you may be asked to take on some additional responsibilities that you didn’t expect. #mynameisreeves and this week’s #anthonyreevesexperience will focus on being asked to handle a situation as a 3rd party and understa...

On today’s #anthonyreevesexperience, I am going to discuss the importance of jumping on any problem areas that you discover regarding your #employee background. Most people go through life not realizing there is any issue relating to their background.  Also, if there are any issues, most people are already aware and are ready to address it should it become a problem.   However, there are some time...

On today’s #anthonyreevesexperience, I talk about examining every document you sign during your new #employee intake.  When you get hired to a new job, your are probably going to be really excited.  So, during the new #employee intake, you going to be given a boat load of paperwork.  How many of you just ‘rushed’ through the paperwork without taking a moment to review everything you are signing?  ...

On today’s #anthonyreevesexperience, I discuss the importance of having something in your background that disqualifies you and any discussions you may need to have regarding it. The reality is some employers or some jobs will not permit a perspective #employee to perform the job if there is something in their background that is problematic.   It’s important you have an honest discussion with your...